Visa-free stay cut for 93 countries
The visa-free stay period for tourists from 93 countries will be cut to help prevent criminal activity, the foreign minister said.
Nine arrested in largest ivory seizure in a decade
Thai police have announced the largest seizure of smuggled ivory in a decade, with nine people arrested and accused of trying to sell 250kg of African elephant tusks via Facebook.
Thaksin released early from prison
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra was released early from prison, raising the prospect of a return to the spotlight for the political heavyweight.
Respect or get visa revoked
THE Interior Ministry has ordered provincial authorities nationwide to take firm action against unruly foreign tourists, warning that those who break the law, intimidate Thai citizens or behave inappropriately could have their visas revoked and be deported immediately.
Probe into arms cache at Chinese man’s home
The police are investigating a vast arsenal of military-grade weapons – including assault rifles, explosives, grenades and anti-personnel mines – found at the home of a Chinese man, authorities said.
No leniency for errant foreigners after public sex fiasco
THE country vowed to tighten oversight of tourists' behaviour after a series of incidents involving foreigners caught having sex in public, warning they damaged the country's image.
Scorching heat grips Bangkok
Bangkok's heat index exceeded 52˚C, reaching the "extreme danger" level, with residents urged to avoid outdoor activity and watch for signs of heatstroke.
Bangkok to borrow US$12.2bil as mideast crisis continues to hurt
the government approved a US$12.2bil (RM48.3bil) emergency borrowing package to cushion the economic impacts of the Middle East conflict, marking one of the country's largest borrowing plans in decades.
Energy exploration pact cancelled
Bangkok unilaterally terminated a longstanding agreement with Cambodia to work towards joint offshore energy exploration, defying calls from its neighbour to stay the course on the 25-year-old pact.
Tighter controls changing street food culture in Bangkok
Across Bangkok, aromas of garlic, chilli and grilled meat drift from roadside stalls and carts, but tighter controls on vendors threaten livelihoods and the street food culture that defines the Thai capital.
