Thai protesters return to streets demanding constitutional changes
Hundreds of Thai pro-democracy protesters took to the streets on Thursday, calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha.
Thu Jun 24 2021
Thailand holds provincial elections in test of democracy
The elections in Thailand's 76 provinces are the first since Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, who kept power after last year's ballot.
Sun Dec 20 2020
Thai protesters plan action after PM ignores deadline to quit
Anti-government protesters in Thailand said on Saturday they would hold demonstrations on Sunday and Monday after Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha ignored their 10 p.m. (0300 GMT) deadline to resign.
Sun Oct 25 2020
Thailand celebrates King Maha Vajiralongkorn's birthday
Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha and government officials gave alms to 651 Buddhist monks on Friday morning at the Royal Plaza in Bangkok.
Fri Jul 28 2017
Thai calm urged; premier returns to Bangkok amid concern on king
The Thai government sought to quell speculation as concern about the health of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej drove down stocks and the baht Wednesday and sparked chatter on social media.
Thu Oct 13 2016
Thailand's PM defends British murders verdict against protests
Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said critics should respect the death verdict for murdering two British tourists and that Thailand's justice system would not bow to public pressure.
Mon Dec 28 2015
Thai police seek Interpol help to track bomb suspect
Thailand has asked Interpol for help in tracking down the man they believe planted a bomb in Bangkok that killed 20 people, sending them an image of the suspected bomber.
Thu Aug 20 2015
Thai PM says looking for 'suspect' seen in CCTV footage at blast site
Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said authorities were looking for a "suspect" seen on CCTV footage near the site of a bomb blast that killed 22 people.
Tue Aug 18 2015
Thai PM to discuss peace talk with Najib
Thailand Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha is expected to discuss peace talks with Datuk Seri Najib Razak to end violence in the south of country.
Tue Sep 09 2014
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024