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86% of police stations fail transparency test
86% of police stations fail transparency test
BANGKOK: Eighty-six percent of nearly 1,500 police stations nationwide have failed to pass integrity and transparency tests, according to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
Coalition government sworn in
Coalition government sworn in
BANGKOK: The new government cannot afford a honeymoon period as it plans to give away B10,000 in digital money to every Thai aged 16 and older by Feb 1 next year, says Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
Warning over new hotel regulations
Warning over new hotel regulations
BANGKOK: New ministerial regulations allowing places of accommodation with no more than eight rooms and 30 guests to be excluded from the hotel business would lead to a 15-20% loss of tourism revenue and an increase in safety risks, according to the Thai Hotels Association (THA).
Thai spikers top group to face Japan in semis
Thai spikers top group to face Japan in semis
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand got the better of regional rivals Vietnam 3-1 yesterday (Sept 4) to set up an Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship 2023 semi-final clash with Japan in Nakhon Ratchasima later today.
Free visa for tourists from China raises crime concerns
Free visa for tourists from China raises crime concerns
BANGKOK: A free-visa travel privilege for Chinese visitors proposed by new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin could lead to more transnational crime, according to the Immigration Bureau (IB).
Plans to expand Phuket airport now underway
Plans to expand Phuket airport now underway
PHUKET: A plan for the expansion of Phuket International Airport is now in its design phase, with costs expected to total at least B6 billion, said the Airports of Thailand (AoT).
Government to address gig drivers’ concerns
Government to address gig drivers’ concerns
BANGKOK: The new government on Saturday (Sept 2) accepted a handful of complaints and concerns from motorcycle taxi drivers for consideration and assigned the Transport Ministry to spearhead efforts to improve their livelihoods.
Bangkok governor seeks support for transnational company hub
Bangkok governor seeks support for transnational company hub
BANGKOK: Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt plans to seek government support to promote the capital as a hub for transnational companies in order to boost economic growth.
Thailand’s Kusuma ends 10-year title drought with play-off victory
Thailand’s Kusuma ends 10-year title drought with play-off victory
GOLF: Kusuma Meechai picked up her first victory in a decade on Friday (Sept 1) when the Thai veteran beat compatriot Pakin Kawinpakorn in a second-hole play-off to win the CTBC Ladies Classic on the China LPGA Tour.
Free visa plan to add 700,000 Chinese guests
Free visa plan to add 700,000 Chinese guests
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) estimates the government’s plan to issue free visas to visitors from China will add 700,000 arrivals during the high season.
Free visas not enough for Chinese revival
Free visas not enough for Chinese revival
BANGKOK: Though the government is mulling offering free visas to Chinese tourists to rev up demand, the market has been hammered by economic woes and a weak currency, which when coupled with flight and staff shortages could mean the scheme will have little impact, says the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).
Thailand win Track Asia Cup
Thailand win Track Asia Cup
CYCLING: Thailand won the Asian overall points trophy at the Track Asia Cup 2023, which concluded on Wednesday (Aug 30) in Suphan Buri.
‘Por’ brothers wave their goodbyes
‘Por’ brothers wave their goodbyes
BANGKOK: The military trio regarded as the most powerful players in Thai politics over the last nine years literally waved goodbye to the political arena yesterday (Aug 31) on their last day in office as key members of the outgoing cabinet.
Thais start with thumping victory
Thais start with thumping victory
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand got off to a great start in their opening Pool A match at the Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship at Korat Chatchai Hall in Nakhon Ratchasima last night (Aug 30) as they beat Australia 3-0 (25-14, 25-16, 25-22).
Delivery riders seek crash aid
Delivery riders seek crash aid
BANGKOK: A group of delivery motorcycle riders has called on the Ministry of Labour to provide them with legal protection and financial compensation if they are involved in road accidents.
Thai spikers aim for 3rd Asian title
Thai spikers aim for 3rd Asian title
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand begin their 2023 Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship campaign today (Aug 30) when they take on Australia in the opening Pool A match in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Thaksin prepares bid for royal pardon
Thaksin prepares bid for royal pardon
BANGKOK: A lawyer for Thaksin Shinawatra is preparing all necessary documents to seek a royal pardon for the former prime minister.
Warning over household debt surge
Warning over household debt surge
BANGKOK: The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) warns that Thailand’s household debt is continuing to increase, with close monitoring required for auto loans and debt from savings cooperatives.
PM Srettha: Cabinet line-up finalised
PM Srettha: Cabinet line-up finalised
BANGKOK: Newly appointed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said yesterday (Aug 28) his cabinet line-up was finalised, amid speculation the new defence minister could be a civilian member of the prime minister’s Pheu Thai Party
Thais finish third at Asean U23 meet
Thais finish third at Asean U23 meet
FOOTBALL: Thailand finished third in the AFF U23 Championship following a 4-3 penalty shoot-out victory over Malaysia after a goalless stalemate at the end of a 90-minute tussle in Rayong on Saturday (Aug 26).