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Phuket residents demand expulsion of Swiss 'bully' as politicians weigh in
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 03/03/2024
» PHUKET: About 500 locals and activists gathered on Yamu beach in Thalang district on Sunday to condemn a Swiss man who allegedly kicked a doctor, demanding his expulsion from Phuket and restoration of public access to the beach where the alleged assault happened, as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said foreigners must comply with Thai laws.
China's embassy condemns Philippine envoy's remarks on S.China Sea
Published on 03/03/2024
» BEIJING: China's embassy in the Philippines on Sunday said it "strongly" condemns the Philippine ambassador to Washington's recent China-related remarks, saying they "disregarded basic facts".
Thaksin most influential politician, Pita most worthy of sympathy: poll
Online Reporters, Published on 03/03/2024
» A majority of people think that convicted ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra is the most influential political figure and Pita Limjaroenrat, former leader of the Move Forward Party, politician most deserving of people's sympathy, an opinion poll has found.
Property tycoon ‘embezzled $12bn’ in Vietnam’s biggest fraud case
Published on 03/03/2024
» For several years, Truong My Lan held meetings on the 39th floor of the sleek Times Square tower in the heart of Vietnam’s commercial hub, Ho Chi Minh City. There, in a room that acted as her command centre, she allegedly wove a $12 billion tapestry of fraud and corruption, according to the police reports that form the basis of a court case against her.
Russia says Ukraine attacked Crimea with 38 drones
Reuters, Published on 03/03/2024
» Russian air defence systems destroyed all 38 drones that Ukraine launched at the Crimean Peninsula early on Sunday, Russia's defence ministry said, after reports on Ukrainian and Russian social media of powerful explosions in the port of Feodosia.
Chinese astronauts take a walk to fix damaged solar panel on Tiangong space station
South China Morning Post, Published on 03/03/2024
» Astronauts aboard China's Tiangong space station performed the orbiting facility's second spacewalk for repairs on Saturday in an eight-hour mission to finish fixing damaged solar panels.
Visa-free deal sought with UAE
Post Reporters, Published on 03/03/2024
» Thailand will seek talks with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the possibility of both nations initiating a visa-free programme between them, said Deputy Foreign Minister Jakkapong Sangmanee upon returning from the UAE on Saturday.
Woman cremates lover at tip; case of mistaken identity
News, Mae Moo, Published on 03/03/2024
» Troubled journey to heaven
Korat sole bidder for 2029 expo
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/03/2024
» Thailand is bidding to host the 2029 International Horticultural Expo, with the goal of welcoming up to 4 million visitors for the four-month event.
Doubtful delights of standing in line
Roger Crutchley, Published on 03/03/2024
» It is encouraging to learn that the Prime Minister is concerned about large queues at Suvarnabhumi airport, particularly at the arrivals area. We've all probably experienced that sinking feeling after stepping off the moving walkway and being faced by a definitely non-moving formidable queue. It is especially grim if you've just suffered an exhausting long-distance flight and are already feeling knackered.