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Youth Party Seeks to Move Thailand Forward from Army Control

Pheu Thai and Move Forward share a desire to get the army out of politics and they could form a coalition if their combined seats exceed the majority.

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Ex-pilot caught for online sex shows

A former pilot and another man have been arrested in Bangkok and Chanthaburi for allegedly luring women into having sex and posting sex shows for payment from subscribers in online chat groups.

Bangkok Post

Ex-pilot, accomplice caught for luring women into sex and posting online clips

A former pilot and another man have been arrested in Bangkok and Chanthaburi for allegedly luring women into having sex and posting sex shows for payment from subscribers in online chat groups.

Bangkok Post

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9 arrested after police station protest

Nine people were arrested after a violent protest outside a Bangkok police station between police and a group that had gathered in support of a 15-year old girl who has been held for more than 40 days on a royal defamation charge.

Bangkok Post

Weighing in on the election

As election campaigning entered its final lap this week, the Bangkok Post asked academics to predict the number of lower House seats each party is expected to win on Sunday, as well as the most likely post-election coalitions, and who will become the new prime minister.

Bangkok Post

Storm forecast spurs action

Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt plans to install more water pumps in Bangkok to prevent city floods as weather forecasters predict the capital will see thunderstorms this week.

Bangkok Post

Renovated InterContinental set to open next month

InterContinental Bangkok, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, will fully reopen in June after a multimillion-dollar renovation.

Bangkok Post

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9 demonstrators arrested after police station melee

Nine people were arrested after a violent confrontation outside a Bangkok police station between police and a group that had gathered in support of a 15-year old girl who has been detained for more than 40 days on a royal defamation charge.

Bangkok Post

B150-million gambling network busted

Police have arrested 10 more members of an online baccarat gambling network with more than 150 million baht in circulation during raids in Bangkok and two nearby provinces

Bangkok Post

Factbox-Who are the main contenders for Thailand's next leader?

Thailand's political parties have nominated prime ministerial candidates ahead of a May 14 election, which will showcase a long-running battle between the billionaire Shinawatra family and parties backed by a conservative pro-military establishment.

Reuters

Police follow B78m money trail in 'Aem Cyanide' case

Police are following the trail of about 78 million baht that circulated through bank accounts operated by alleged serial killer Sararat “Aem” Rangsiwuthaporn.

Bangkok Post

Is northern Thailand still in love with the Shinawatras?

Emotional ties between the Shinawatra dynasty and voters in the north could be key to the outcome of Sunday’s election.

Al Jazeera

Class is in session

Last Saturday, a crowd of children with their families, as well as politicians and their supporters, braved the blistering summer heat to gather at the "Candidate Classroom" event where representatives of six political parties discussed Thai education and the rights of children within schools. Styled as a game show, "Candidate…

Bangkok Post

Asai Hotel opens new property in Sathon

After its debut in 2020, the Asai hotel group is extending its portfolio with Asai Bangkok Sathorn, which will open its doors to visitors next Monday. This newcomer to Bangkok's central business district is designed to serve as a gathering place where urban travellers can get a taste of local…

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A special khon concert for a good cause

Following their performance in Paris, the Pichet Klunchun Dance Company will perform a special khon Thai classical masked dance with a contemporary touch for the people of Bangkok at the Sodsai Pantoomkomol Centre for Dramatic Arts on June 17.

The Independent UK

The best countries to travel to in southeast Asia

From Indonesia to Malaysia, the must-visit destinations on this corner of the continent

Bangkok Post

Dusit opens two Bangkok hotels this month, debuts in Japan on June 1

Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is opening three hotels within the next 30 days. Two new properties in Bangkok and another in Japan.

Bangkok Post

Party ordered to cease laser display on Rama 8 Bridge

City Hall has told the United Thai Nation Party (UTN) to stop projecting a laser election campaign display on the giant pillar supporting Rama 8 Bridge, after being asked by Election Commission to investigate it, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said on Tuesday.

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Household debt in election focus

Kavita Wongyakasem runs a small business in Bangkok, owns a two-storey house in Nonthaburi, drives a pickup truck, and sends her two daughters to good schools.

Reuters

Analysis-Thai household debt in election focus as millions in 'endless struggle'

Kavita Wongyakasem runs a small business in Bangkok, owns a two-storey house on the outskirts of the Thai capital, drives a pick-up truck, and sends her two daughters to good schools.

Bangkok Post

Bhumjaithai aims for seats in capital

The Bhumjaithai Party aims to make inroads in Bangkok in Sunday's election after failing to win a seat in the last general election in 2019 despite fielding 28 candidates in a total of 30 constituencies.

Bangkok Post

Icon Paul Anka to perform at Iconsiam

A decade after his last show in town, the legendary crooner is back to tug at our heartstrings as part of his Asian tour with "Paul Anka Greatest Hits, His Way Asia Tour 2023 Bangkok" on May 15 at True Icon Hall, Iconsiam.

Bangkok Post

A lingering problem

For several months, PM2.5 dust has exceeded 50 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³) in many provinces in Thailand, which is considered unsafe. In some areas, such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son, PM2.5 levels have reached over 500µg/m³. While some people are aware of the dangers of…

Bangkok Post

Bangkok land price index surges in Q1

The land price index in Greater Bangkok rose in the first quarter of 2023 with a double-digit increase, driven by land price hikes on the outskirts of the capital.

The Guardian - UK

A new mother, a Harvard grad and a coup leader: who are Thailand’s election candidates?

This weekend’s election will see political royal Paetongtarn Shinawatra face off against army chiefs

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