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Dam discharges increase flood threat, but Bangkok likely to escape (Updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 11/10/2017
» The government on Tuesday increased discharges from dams in the Central Plains and the Northeast and warned people in low-lying areas in the regions of upcoming floods while Bangkok remained safe despite concerns.
Prayut promises election for November next year
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/10/2017
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Tuesday he will in June next year announce the date for a general election and the people will go to the polls in November 2018.
Smoking to be banned on 20 beaches
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/10/2017
» Smoking will soon be banned on 20 popular tourist beaches found to be constantly littered with huge numbers of discarded cigarette butts.
Provincial replicas of royal crematorium almost finished
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/10/2017
» Construction of copies of the royal crematorium in 76 provinces nationwide is expected to be completed by Sunday.
The durian's smell: Scientists reveal genetic secrets
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/10/2017
» Scientists in Singapore say they have mapped the genome of the durian and can now answer why it is the world's smelliest fruit.
Man creates sculptures of late King's dogs
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/10/2017
» A life-sized sculpture of King Bhumibol's favourite pet dog Khun Tongdaeng has been placed at the royal crematorium at Sanam Luang.
Sek Loso under fire again
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/10/2017
» Rocker Sek Loso is under fire after admitting he has fathered an infant son but has since left the child's mother for someone else.
Thai solar-powered cars race in Australia
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/10/2017
» The World Solar Challenge began on Sunday with 42 solar cars, including two from Siam Technology College (STC), crossing Australia from its tropical north to its southern shores.
Road closures begin as Royal cremation nears
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/10/2017
» The public will be barred from entry to Ratchadamnoen Nai Avenue and areas adjacent to Sanam Luang from Monday through the end of the month, as they will be closed for the preparation of the royal cremation ceremonies of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Flood warnings for North and Central Plains
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/10/2017
» People living along the banks of several rivers in the North and Central Plains have been warned to brace for floods following heavy rainfall.