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Heavy rains to come see nationwide flash-flood warning issued
Heavy rains to come see nationwide flash-flood warning issued
BANGKOK: Residents in 48 provinces, including Bangkok and Phuket, have been warned of likely heavy rain and possible flash floods from Friday (Sept 13) until next Wednesday (Sept 18).
Five-pier plan to boost marine transport in ‘Andaman Triangle’
Five-pier plan to boost marine transport in ‘Andaman Triangle’
BANGKOK: The Transport Ministry has ordered the Marine Department to expedite its projects to improve maritime connectivity across the Andaman Sea provinces in an effort to boost economic activities in the region.
Eight plead not guilty in Red Bull scion case fiasco
Eight plead not guilty in Red Bull scion case fiasco
BANGKOK: The Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases has scheduled a seven-month trial period for the alleged mishandling of the 2012 fatal hit-and-run case involving Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya.
Fresh petition to disband government
Fresh petition to disband government
BANGKOK: A fresh petition was lodged yesterday (Sept 9) with the Election Commission (EC) seeking the disbandment of the ruling Pheu Thai Party and five coalition partners for allegedly allowing themselves to be influenced by former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
Thailand’s Commerce Ministry to tackle Chinese goods influx
Thailand’s Commerce Ministry to tackle Chinese goods influx
BANGKOK: The Commerce Ministry has vowed to tackle the issue of Chinese products flooding into Thailand, Minister Pichai Naripthaphan said on Saturday (Sept 7).
B400 daily wage plan set to go ahead
B400 daily wage plan set to go ahead
BANGKOK: Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn insists on increasing the daily wage to B400 nationwide on Oct 1 despite concerns that the rise will harm businesses.
Saysunee makes Paralympics history
Saysunee makes Paralympics history
PARALYMPICS: Saysunee Jana of Thailand has made history at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris as the first female wheelchair fencer to win three gold medals.
PM vows to serve full three-year term
PM vows to serve full three-year term
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has vowed to serve her full three-year term in office and has established a team to handle any legal complaints brought against her.
Tourism minister urged to brace for the worst
Tourism minister urged to brace for the worst
BANGKOK: Tourism operators have warned the new tourism minister to brace for a nosedive in the global economy and fiercer competition next year, urging the government to start planning for the worst-case scenario from this year.
Law to tax income from overseas in the works
Law to tax income from overseas in the works
BANGKOK: The Thai Revenue Department is drafting a law to tax the income of individuals residing in Thailand that originates from overseas.
B300 billion in state spending seen as a tonic
B300 billion in state spending seen as a tonic
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Finance expects more than 300 billion baht in government funds will be injected into the economy during the final quarter this year, pushing GDP growth to the anticipated range of 2.7% to 3%.
Medal streak continues with four more
Medal streak continues with four more
PARALYMPICS: Wheelchair racer Pongsakorn Paeyo claimed his third medal of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games while powerlifter Kamolpan Kraratpet took a maiden medal in the sport for Thailand on Thursday night (Sept 5).
Man killed while ‘stealing’ electric cables
Man killed while ‘stealing’ electric cables
BANGKOK: The body of an unidentified man has been found in a service space underneath a skywalk in Sathon district of Bangkok, it was confirmed yesterday (Sept 6).
Saysunee captures second gold in Paris
Saysunee captures second gold in Paris
PARALYMPICS: Wheelchair fencer Saysunee Jana claimed her second gold medal of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and the fifth overall for Thailand on Wednesday night (Sept 4).
Hotels urged to refrain from slashing rates
Hotels urged to refrain from slashing rates
BANGKOK: Hotels in leisure destinations such as Phuket, Krabi and Pattaya are recommended to refrain from their usual practice of slashing room rates during the low season if the average occupancy hasn't sharply dropped, says hospitality market analyst STR.
Russian’s ‘murder’ might have been suicide, say Phuket police
Russian’s ‘murder’ might have been suicide, say Phuket police
PHUKET: Police investigators who initially thought they had a murder on their hands now say a Russian man found dead in a ditch at Karon beach might have committed suicide.
Government policies favour big business, say critics
Government policies favour big business, say critics
BANGKOK: The economic policies of the Pheu Thai-led government favour big corporations over the interests of the general public, a Bangkok forum was told yesterday (Sept 5).
Court reveals details behind Fehr’s acquittal of assault
Court reveals details behind Fehr’s acquittal of assault
PHUKET: The Kwaeng Court has released its full ruling in the acquittal of a Swiss man accused of kicking a woman doctor sitting on steps at Yamu beach on the night of Feb 24 this year.
Gold glory for evergreen Saysunee
Gold glory for evergreen Saysunee
PARALYMPICS: Wheelchair fencer Saysunee Jana earned the fourth gold medal for Thailand at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games on Tuesday night (Sept 3).
His Majesty the King endorses new Cabinet
His Majesty the King endorses new Cabinet
BANGKOK: His Majesty the King has approved the 35-member Cabinet proposed by new Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.