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Royal crematorium opens for public viewing
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 03/11/2017
» A special exhibition gives mourners one last chance to see late King's grand cremation rituals
'Toon' raises 47 million baht on day one of his run
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 03/11/2017
» On the first day his 2,191-kilometre charity run, Kongmalai, aka "Toon Bodyslam" ran 55.55 kilometres and raised over 47.2 million baht.
Harsh punishments for Loy Krathong fireworks
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 01/11/2017
» The Interior Ministry has said that anyone caught using fireworks, firecrackers or other prohibited items during Loy Krathong faces up to three years in prison and a 60,000-baht fine.
Facebook denies PM-Zuckerberg meeting
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 19/10/2017
» "There are no plans currently for any of our senior leaders to visit Thailand," a Facebook statement says, apparently contradicting the prime minister's announcement that a meeting was scheduled for Oct. 30
Ministry gets 1 month to answer questions on flood control canal
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 18/10/2017
» The Agriculture Ministry has been given one month to come up with clear answers to all questions raised over its plan to build a 17.6-billion-baht canal in Ayutthaya to limit the impact of massive flooding.
Princesses take part in rehearsal
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 16/10/2017
» Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn and Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana yesterday took part in rehearsals for the processions of the late King's royal funeral ceremonies at Sanam Luang.
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.
Prayut discusses election date, trade with Trump
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 04/10/2017
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has promised United States President Donald Trump his government will announce an election date next year. Mr Trump showed more interest in trade and investment.
Trump welcomes PM to White House, saying ties are strong
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 03/10/2017
» Donald Trump welcomed Thai junta leader chief Prayut Chan-O-Cha to the White House on Monday, hailing his country's "long and very storied history with Thailand."