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Tanzanian man arrested with cocaine
Tanzanian man arrested with cocaine
BANGKOK: A 24-year-old Tanzanian national has been arrested for alleged possession of 671 grams of cocaine at a hotel in Bangkok.
Police ‘ordered’ to fund bosses’ air-con
Police ‘ordered’ to fund bosses’ air-con
BANGKOK: Eleven low-ranking police officers have cried foul over an order forcing them to pay more than B2,000 each to buy a new air-conditioner for their bosses’ office at Phahon Yothin Police Station.
More promises after latest deadly crash
More promises after latest deadly crash
BANGKOK: A disastrous double-decker bus crash in Nakhon Ratchasima’s Wang Nam Khieo district last Wednesday night (Mar 21) which killed 18 passengers and left more than 30 injured has prompted the Transport Ministry to consider issuing a complete ban on such vehicles from operating on provincial and long-distance routes.
Karaoke murder defendants held in contempt of court
Karaoke murder defendants held in contempt of court
KHON KAEN: Defendants in the dismembered karaoke bar girl case in Khon Kaen province will be cited for contempt for using their phone and social media in the courtroom during their trial.
Premchai protest march likely
Premchai protest march likely
BANGKOK: Renowned conservationist Sasin Chalermlarp, chairman of the Seub Nakhasathien Foundation, is organising a march for people to urge the judicial system to act without bias when dealing with the poaching allegations against Premchai Karnasuta.
Fund scandal nets top official
Fund scandal nets top official
BANGKOK: A senior official at the centre of a large-scale embezzlement scandal involving an Education Ministry foundation aimed at supporting the education of girls from poor families has been sacked after reportedly admitting to her role in the crime.
Prawit probe findings set for Thursday
Prawit probe findings set for Thursday
BANGKOK: The fact-finding committee into the luxury watches worn by Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon will present its findings to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) on Thursday (Mar 29).
Prayut orders close watch on protesters
Prayut orders close watch on protesters
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered security forces to closely monitor political groups which are currently launching campaigns to unseat the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), according to a government spokesman.
Government urged to blitz corruption
Government urged to blitz corruption
BANGKOK: The government has been urged to bolster its fight against corruption amid the many scandals that have erupted involving state officials.
12 strikes you’re out – cops push for licence points system
12 strikes you’re out – cops push for licence points system
Police are pushing for a drivers’ licence points system in their latest effort to improve the standards of driving and promote road safety.
NLA member’s son convicted of up-skirting in London
NLA member’s son convicted of up-skirting in London
BANGKOK: The son of National Legislative Assembly member Youdtana Tupchareon has been convicted by a court in London, England, of taking up-skirt videos of unsuspecting shoppers in a women’s clothing store, the Daily Mail reported.
Thailand, Slovakia reach King’s Cup final
Thailand, Slovakia reach King’s Cup final
FOOTBALL: Thailand will meet Slovakia in the 46th King’s Cup final at Rajamangala National Stadium on Sunday (Mar 25).
PM tightens bus inspections after crash horror
PM tightens bus inspections after crash horror
BANGKOK: The double-decker bus that plunged off a winding road in Nakhon Ratchasima, killing 18 passengers including three children on Wednesday night (Mar 21), has led Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to once again demand stricter checks on the condition of buses and drivers.
Prawit insists it’s not time to go yet
Prawit insists it’s not time to go yet
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon yesterday (Mar 22) brushed aside former National Reform Council (NRC) member and human rights activist Thicha Nanakorn's call for his resignation over his luxury watch scandal.
Lottery case teacher accuses police, turns to DSI
Lottery case teacher accuses police, turns to DSI
BANGKOK: Kanchanaburi teacher Preecha Kraikruan today (Mar 22) asked the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to take over the B30-million lottery dispute case, accusing police of forcing him to confess he did not own the jackpot tickets.
Avoid sex assault: Don’t dress sexy, says government
Avoid sex assault: Don’t dress sexy, says government
NATIONWIDE: Local authorities are telling women to avoid dressing in sexy outfits as they try to prevent sexual harassment or sex assault cases during next month’s Songkran festival.
Thais hopeful of upset win over Gabon
Thais hopeful of upset win over Gabon
FOOTBALL: As two-time defending champions Thailand prepared to kick off their 46th King’s Cup campaign against Gabon tonight, the nation’s most prestigious tournament was robbed of some of its magic after star players of all three visiting teams pulled out for one reason or another.
Activist demands answers to watch saga
Activist demands answers to watch saga
BANGKOK: Human rights activist Thicha Nanakorn has led a fresh call for the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to lift the lid on its long-delayed investigation into the luxury watch scandal involving first Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Prawit Wongsuwon.
Double-decker bus hits truck at speed,19 dead
Double-decker bus hits truck at speed,19 dead
NAKHON RATCHASIMA: A double-decker bus carrying passengers home from an outing collided with a truck on a winding Nakhon Ratchasima Rd yesterday night (Mar 21), killing at least 19 persons and injuring about 35, police said.
Official probed over embezzled B88mn
Official probed over embezzled B88mn
BANGKOK: The Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) resolved yesterday (Mar 20) to set up a sub-committee to investigate a senior official at the Education Ministry for allegedly embezzling more than B88 million from a protection fund designed to help vulnerable young women.