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Boss probe ’will be made public’
Boss probe ’will be made public’
BANGKOK: The findings from an independent investigation into the mishandling of the 2012 hit-and-run case against Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya will be made public, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Tuesday (Sept 8).
Cabinet approves B23bn graduate job creation scheme
Cabinet approves B23bn graduate job creation scheme
BANGKOK: The Cabinet today (Sept 8) approved measures to create jobs, the prime minister said, as the government tries to revive an economy devastated by the coronavirus pandemic.
TAT revamps ‘We Travel Together’ terms
TAT revamps ‘We Travel Together’ terms
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) plans to rejig the enrolment process for the domestic stimulus campaign to a more friendly version for the elderly, as well as urge airlines to offer special airfares for local tourists.
Thais pull out of Thomas and Uber Cups
Thais pull out of Thomas and Uber Cups
BADMINTON: Thailand will not take part in next month’s Thomas and Uber Cups in Denmark, the Badminton Association of Thailand confirmed yesterday (Sept 7).
Border areas on high alert after COVID cases surge in Myanmar
Border areas on high alert after COVID cases surge in Myanmar
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Public Health is still worried about COVID-19 infections in Myanmar following predictions that the virus could reach the Thai-Myanmar border in the next two weeks.
Alarm as three of six new COVID cases ‘reinfected’
Alarm as three of six new COVID cases ‘reinfected’
BANGKOK: Thailand has confirmed six new imported cases of the novel coronavirus, including three Thai men who were previously infected but had been certified virus-free before flying from Singapore.
Phuket reopening delayed
Phuket reopening delayed
THAILAND: The government’s plan to reopen the resort island of Phuket as a model to welcome back foreign visitors has hit a snag after the country last week saw the first case of local COVID-19 infection in more than three months.
Authorities refine virus strategy
Authorities refine virus strategy
THAILAND: The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has insisted the country’s health care system is well equipped to deal with a possible second wave of COVID-19 outbreak.
Foreigners urged to renew visas before Sept 26
Foreigners urged to renew visas before Sept 26
THAILAND: The Immigration Bureau has urged foreigners to renew their visas before the end of an exemption which falls on Sept 26.
COVID-19 measures reimposed in Phang Nga
COVID-19 measures reimposed in Phang Nga
PHUKET: Phang Nga, north of Phuket, has become Thailand’s first province to reimpose strict health measures following news of the first local Covid-19 transmission case in more than three months and the outbreak in neighbouring Myanmar.
CCSA stumped over virus case
CCSA stumped over virus case
THAILAND: Health authorities remained stumped yesterday (Sept 4) regarding the source of the infection of a 37-year-old male prison inmate who tested positive for COVID-19 shortly after being sent to jail.
Four covid cases, three pubs closed after local transmission
Four covid cases, three pubs closed after local transmission
BANGKOK: The government announced confirmation of four new cases of COVID-19 today (Sept 4), including the first recent community infection revealed yesterday, which led to the temporary closure of the pubs where he had worked as a DJ.
TAT vows to eliminate dual pricing, mulls expat ID card
TAT vows to eliminate dual pricing, mulls expat ID card
BANGKOK: Expatriates may not be able to join tourism stimulus packages, but the government pledges to end dual pricing as soon as possible, reports the Bangkok Post.
Inmate first case in 100 days
Inmate first case in 100 days
THAILAND: Just one day after passing the landmark 100 days in which the country has been free of locally transmitted coronavirus infections, the Department of Disease Control (DDC) yesterday (Sept 3) confirmed a new case of COVID-19, prompting the department to issue a warning to the public over social distancing and mask-wearing.
Thai League 1 matches live and kicking on NBT2HD
Thai League 1 matches live and kicking on NBT2HD
FOOTBALL: NBT2HD will show live Thai League 1 matches beginning next month, PM’s Office Minister Anucha Nakasai said yesterday (Sept 2).
RTP eyes accused cops in Boss case
RTP eyes accused cops in Boss case
THAILAND: The Royal Thai Police (RTP) will take legal action against 21 police officers allegedly found guilty of mishandling the fatal hit-and-run case of Red Bull scion Vorayuth Yoovidhya, saying they accept Vicha Mahakun’s report.
Government plans COVID cash handout
Government plans COVID cash handout
THAILAND: The government plans to spend B45 billion on B3,000 cash handouts to 15 million people affected by the economic fallout caused by COVID-19, which is expected to inject a cash flow of about B90bn in the economy and boost domestic consumption.
A win for Muay Thai as ministry lifts barriers
A win for Muay Thai as ministry lifts barriers
MUAY THAI: Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has given the green light to Muay Thai fights to be held around the country and in any kind of venues, a boxing promoter said yesterday (Sept 1).
Finance Minister Predee resigns after 26 days
Finance Minister Predee resigns after 26 days
THAILAND: Finance Minister Predee Daochai has submitted his resignation after 26 days in the job, citing health reasons.
Finding: Indication of intention to kill in Boss’ hit-and-run case
Finding: Indication of intention to kill in Boss’ hit-and-run case
THAILAND: The PM’s panel investigating the failed hit-and-run case against Red Bull scion Vorayuth Yoovidhya has found evidence of conspiracy and recommended a new investigation and charges against the officials involved.