Prayut’s unveiling as PM candidate on Monday ‘may break law’
A former election commissioner has called for an investigation, as election law bans government officials from campaigning during office hours for 180 days before an election.
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Blackpink captivate thousands of ‘Blinks’ at Bangkok’s National Stadium
Most “Blinks” (as Blackpink fans are known) said they were excited that the band has returned to Thailand.
Tourists need at least 2 Covid-19 shots to enter Thailand: Health Minister
When the country began fully reopening to tourists last October, Thailand had scrapped the requirement for proof of vaccination and antigen test results, as well as health…
Thai hotels see positive growth as tourists start returning
Hotels expect occupancy rates to start picking up in the second half of this year, especially since travel has become easier and China will lift restrictions.
New handbook on marijuana consumption for tourists in Thailand
According to a Public Health ministry spokesman, the guide is necessary as Thailand is the first Asian country to legalise marijuana, and will attract foreigners interested in…
Devotees climb into coffins for Thailand’s strangest New Year ceremony
Once the ceremony is complete, participants consider themselves reborn and freed from bad luck, ready to start their new year.
Thailand’s property sector unfazed by inflation, expects a profitable 2023
Reportedly, the sales of property have risen because homebuyers in the 26-30 age group were not affected by the economic fallout of the Covid-19 crisis.
Vaccine-resistant strains in West and China threaten Thailand: Virologist
Dr Yong Poovorawan said government agencies should implement guidelines to address different Covid-19 species, their severity and their resistance.
Unique coffee brew is drawing tourists to a mountain top in Thailand’s Tak province
The Doi Muser mountain offers a unique Arabica coffee with a special taste and aroma and has transformed the area into a tourist destination.
Thai exports exceed 2022 target despite end-of-year slump
Driving export expansion this year are the reopening of 72 of 97 Thai border checkpoints, a 10% rise in global food demand, among others.