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Dual prices on agenda
Dual prices on agenda
BANGKOK: The Tourism and Sports Ministry plans to propose to the prime minister the idea of ditching dual pricing at local attractions for expatriates in Thailand, as well as asking tour operators to tailor packages to this target group.
Team Thailand get easy Uber Cup path
Team Thailand get easy Uber Cup path
BADMINTON: The Thai women are in a relatively easy group of the Uber Cup following yesterday’s draw in Kuala Lumpur.
Cocaine, reckless driving charges for Red Bull scion
Cocaine, reckless driving charges for Red Bull scion
THAILAND: A panel of prosecutors today (Aug 4) recommended charges of cocaine abuse and reckless driving causing death for Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya.
Phiphat to seek govt nod for fans at league matches
Phiphat to seek govt nod for fans at league matches
FOOTBALL: Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said yesterday (Aug 3) he will ask the government to allow Thai league matches to have spectators when the season resumes next month.
Prayut tries to quell grave public concern over ‘Boss’ case
Prayut tries to quell grave public concern over ‘Boss’ case
THAILAND: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed the independent panel examining the 2012 hit-and-run case against Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya to see whether it can be revived, despite it being officially closed after the prosecutors decided not to arraign him on a charge of reckless driving causing death.
Second body of capsized ferry found, 3 still missing
Second body of capsized ferry found, 3 still missing
THAILAND: Another body of a crewmember of the ferry sunk off this resort island was found yesterday (Aug 3), leaving three more who were still missing in rough seas and strong currents that obstructed the search operation.
PM orders body of Boss case witness seized for autopsy
PM orders body of Boss case witness seized for autopsy
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed authorities to seize the body of a new witness in the Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya hit-and-run case for a new autopsy to end public doubt about the circumstances of his death.
Investigation into capsized ferry as 1 confirmed dead, 4 still missing
Investigation into capsized ferry as 1 confirmed dead, 4 still missing
THAILAND: Two of the seven people who went missing after a ferry capsized off Koh Samui island on Saturday night have been rescued, leaving four still unaccounted for, while the body of the skipper was recovered, governor Wichawut Jinto announced yesterday (Aug 2).
Calls for reform following Boss case
Calls for reform following Boss case
BANGKOK: The prosecutors’ decision not to press the final and most serious charge against Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya has sparked public outrage leading to calls for reforms.
Thai league stars put government bigwigs in shade
Thai league stars put government bigwigs in shade
FOOTBALL: Star Riders got the better of a team of VVIP government officials skippered by Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the tourism and sports minister, 5-3 in an exhibition game aimed at rebuilding tourists’ confidence in the popular seaside resort of Rayong yesterday (Aug 1).
Ferry capsizes off Koh Samui, 7 missing
Ferry capsizes off Koh Samui, 7 missing
THAILAND: Seven people went missing in the sea and nine others were safely rescued after a ferry was hit by a strong storm and capsized after leaving Koh Samui island, heading for the Don Sak boat pier on the mainland last night (Aug 1), local media reported.
Special groups of foreigners can now enter
Special groups of foreigners can now enter
THAILAND: Business operators can proceed to bring in their foreign visitors under the so-called Phase 6 of the easing of lockdown measures when they are ready, said the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CSSA).
Dentists reject police cocaine story in ‘Boss’ case
Dentists reject police cocaine story in ‘Boss’ case
THAILAND: Dentists do not use cocaine as an anaesthetic on patients, the president of the Dental Council said yesterday (July 31), pouring cold water on the excuse police used for not filing a drug charge against Red Bull heir Vorayuth Yoovidhya.
Coronavirus claims Suzuki Cup
Coronavirus claims Suzuki Cup
FOOTBALL: The Asean Football Federation yesterday (July 30) announced that the 2020 AFF Suzuki Cup will not be held this year because of COVID-19, ending the suspense shrouding the future of the regional championship scheduled for November-December.
Key witness in ‘Boss’ case dies
Key witness in ‘Boss’ case dies
THAILAND: One of the two witnesses whose testimony reportedly convinced prosecutors to drop all charges against Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya died following a motorcycle crash in Chiang Mai province in the early hours of yesterday (July 30).
‘Baby Shark’ out to get his brother’s belt
‘Baby Shark’ out to get his brother’s belt
MMA: Petchdam “The Baby Shark” Petchyindee Academy is aiming to win the ONE Championship flyweight Muay Thai world title from holder Rodtang "The Iron Man" Jitmuangnon tonight (July 31).
Cocaine in Boss for ‘dentistry’
Cocaine in Boss for ‘dentistry’
BANGKOK: Police officers have claimed that illicit chemical substances, including cocaine, found in Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya in the 2012 hit-and-run case were used for his dental treatment, according to a House committee.
More praise for Thailand virus response
More praise for Thailand virus response
THAILAND: It has been confirmed that Thailand ranks first among countries with the highest rate of COVID-19 recoveries, according to the Global COVID-19 Index (GCI).
Rocket meets Thailand’s F1 at Crucible
Rocket meets Thailand’s F1 at Crucible
SNOOKER: Five-time Crucible king Ronnie O’Sullivan of England will take on Thailand’s Thepchaiya Un-Nooh in the first round of the World Snooker Championship following yesterday’s (July 29) draw.
Scientist sticks by “Boss” car speed as Deputy PM denies links
Scientist sticks by “Boss” car speed as Deputy PM denies links
THAILAND: A Chulalongkorn scientist who concluded that Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya drove his car at 177km/h in the infamous 2012 hit-and-run case is sticking by his evidence and says he was never told the speed was later adjusted to nearly 100 km/h less.