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Pushing against alcohol sales in public parks
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/04/2026
» Civil society groups and local activists in northern Thailand have raised strong concerns over plans to allow alcohol sales in public parks.
As some hijabs come off in Iran, restrictions still in place
AFP, Published on 27/04/2026
» PARIS (FRANCE) - Images of bareheaded women sipping coffee in cafes in Tehran, in apparent defiance of the Islamic republic's strict dress rule, have stirred interest outside Iran -- but for Elnaz, 32, it is no breakthrough.
Two gambling dens busted in Bangkok, 104 arrests
Published on 27/04/2026
» Two gambling dens were raided, equipment seized and 104 punters arrested in Bangkok on Saturday night, the Department of Provincial Administration announced on Sunday morning.
Anti-motorbike barriers draw mixed reviews
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/04/2026
» Bangkok City Hall has installed footpath barriers to deter motorcyclists from riding on sidewalks and said more are being added citywide.
Senate warns against use of nominees
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/04/2026
» Senators are warning about the use of nominee arrangements by foreigners to acquire land in southern tourist hotspots such as Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, calling for tighter scrutiny of business practices.
Probe into Council of Engineers hack to widen
News, Published on 27/04/2026
» The data protection watchdog is widening its investigation into a cyberattack on the Council of Engineers (COE) that exposed the personal data of up to 350,000 members.
Visa change misses mark
News, Editorial, Published on 27/04/2026
» The government's plan to cut visa-free stays from 60 days to 30 is more than a routine policy adjustment. The U-turn exposes a deeper uncertainty at the heart of its tourism strategy.
Motorcyclist’s shooting spree kills innocent teacher, injures another
Online Reporters, Published on 26/04/2026
» AYUTTHAYA - A 35-year-old motorcyclist was arrested in Lat Bua Luang district after indiscriminately firing his gun at innocent people, killing a teacher who also had two daughters in her car, and injuring another driver.
World leaders react to Washington gala shooting
AFP, Published on 26/04/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - World leaders expressed shock after a shooter charged a glitzy media gala in Washington on Saturday night attended by US President Donald Trump -- and relief that there were no casualties.
Thailand ramps up crackdown on nominee businesses
Online Reporters, Published on 26/04/2026
» The government is ramping up its war on foreign nominee business holdings and money laundering, tightening laws, expanding investigations and strengthening data sharing among state agencies.