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Thai man wanted for 1996 murder extradited to US
Online Reporters, Published on 27/01/2026
» A Bangkok-born man caught in Thailand after nearly 30 years on the run has been extradited to the United States to face a murder charge in California, according to US justice officials.
Ex-PM and Privy Council head Thanin dies at 97
Post Reporters, Published on 24/02/2025
» Thanin Kraivixien, Thailand’s 14th prime minister and a former Privy Council president, passed away on Sunday at age 97.
NACC, OECD Collaborate to Strengthen Thailand's Anti-Bribery Laws
Published on 03/09/2024
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) hosted a meeting to launch the assessment report and recommendations of the “Reinforcing Thailand’s Anti-Corruption Framework” project under the Country Programme Phase 2 between the Government of Thailand and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The event took place on 30th August 2024 at The Okura Prestige Hotel in Bangkok, aimed to present the key findings from the evaluation of Thailand’s anti-corruption legal and policy frameworks with recommendations for further action and implementation to align the country’s framework with OECD standards.
Cultural norms must change too, LGBTQ+ advocates say
Aspen Anderson, Published on 24/07/2024
» Some laws need to be updated after the equal marriage bill is passed, said Nachale Boonyapisomparn, a transgender woman and vice president of the Foundation of Transgender Alliance for Human Rights.
Green space expansion needs plan
News, Aspen Anderson, Published on 22/07/2024
» As global sustainability efforts accelerate, Bangkok is redefining its environmental strategy under governor Chadchart Sittipunt. Transitioning from the Green Bangkok 2030 initiative, which was initially spearheaded by his predecessors, the governor is now focusing on a bolder environmental agenda.
LGBTQ+ awaits 'groundbreaking' law
News, Aspen Anderson, Published on 08/07/2024
» After more than two decades of advocating for a marriage equality bill, Thailand is set to become Asia's next gay marriage hotspot.
Meinhardt Thailand Announces New Leadership Transition
Published on 17/06/2024
» After nearly five decades in the industry across various countries, including 33 years dedicated to Meinhardt Thailand, Mr. John Pollard will step back from his current role as Managing Director and assume an Executive Director role in the Bangkok office effective from 1 July 2024. In his new role, Mr. Pollard will continue to be engaged in Meinhardt Group Global Board meetings and provide advice and support to the new leadership team.
Media groups rally for freedom of press
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 04/05/2024
» Two media worker groups on Friday urged the government to respect freedom of the press and freedom of expression as it marked the UN's World Press Freedom Day.
2 foreigners, 1 Thai killed as motorbikes collide in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 24/03/2024
» PHUKET: Two foreigners and one Thai woman died in what appeared to be a chain motorcycle collision on the holidaymaking island on Sunday.
The lighthearted side of Thailand’s general election 2023
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 12/05/2023
» Just when you thought the summer heat was at its peak, Thailand's political climate is about to blow up as the much-awaited general election is this Sunday. But amidst all the seriousness, what's a political event without a heaping serving of memes and jokes to lighten the mood? Guru By Bangkok Post scoured the internet for lighthearted moments of the election that not only are breaths of fresh air but also serve as jabs at ugly truths.