Senator admits to former relationship with accused policewoman
Senator Thani Onlaied has admitted to a previous close relationship with a policewoman whose alleged abuse of her maid has made headlines, saying they had lost contact long ago.
Thailand joins race to lure foreigners in path to economic boom
Thailand is rolling out the red carpet for foreign workers, joining a bevy of countries looking to use the immigration route to boost their economies.
Netflix hit 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' sparks autism debate
A hit Netflix K-drama about a high-functioning autistic lawyer is prompting soul-searching in South Korea, where some on the spectrum say they can feel invisible.
Volkswagen shifts gear with Oliver Blume taking wheel
FRANKFURT: Volkswagen on Thursday hands over the reins to new CEO Oliver Blume, tasked with steering the German automotive giant through challenging economic conditions after four turbulent years under his predecessor, Herbert Diess.
Downstream provinces put on alert
The Chao Phraya River barrage, which controls the water flow from the North to the Central Plains Region and Bangkok, is releasing more water as heavy downpours are expected this week.
Submit or quit: Teacher, student brain drain hits Hong Kong schools
HONG KONG: As Hong Kong students return for the new academic year, veteran teacher Wong is counting down the days until the political maelstrom sweeping the city leaves him no choice but to quit.
Ex-JSL staff get paid out
Former employees of JSL Global Media have been fully compensated for their work under an order issued by the Labour Protection and Welfare Office, worth 28 million baht in total.
Patients hail new treatment for drug-resistant TB
PARIS: Volodymyr celebrated a major milestone on Wednesday - his final day of taking a new treatment hailed as a turning point in the fight against drug-resistant tuberculosis.
Central bank upbeat on prospects despite export dip
Exports dropped in July, mainly attributed to lower demand from trading partners in line with a riskier global economy, though Thailand's economy continues to see signs of recovery.
2,004 new Covid inpatients, 25 more deaths
The country registered 25 more Covid-19 fatalities and 2,004 new cases admitted to hospitals during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Thursday morning.
Bombshell UN Xinjiang report lists litany of rights abuses
GENEVA - The United Nations released a bombshell report into serious human rights abuses in China's Xinjiang region late Wednesday, saying torture allegations were credible and citing possible crimes against humanity.
Leaders urge varied economic focus
Industry leaders shared views of how the country should move forward, from creating multiple economic growth engines to the promotion of the electric vehicle industry.
Prawit's brothers, senator called in maid abuse probe
Senator Thani Onlaied and two brothers of the caretaker prime minister will be called for questioning in alleged connection with helping Kornsasi Buayaem and her maid get state jobs.
Bitkub CTO to appeal insider trading
The chief technology officer of Bitkub intends to appeal against the SEC's B8.53m fine for insider trading, and says he will remain in the job.
Economy, politics shape year
The government will continue to use tax measures to subsidise high energy prices throughout the year to ease people's rising living costs.
Office watchful as index dips
Industry authorities are monitoring the negative impact of the world economy on Thailand for the next 1-2 months after the Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) in July fell for the second consecutive month.
Somsak amnesty bill case moves to OAG
The National Anti-Corruption Commission found sufficient grounds for allegations against former House speaker Somsak Kiatsuranon who stands accused of malfeasance in connection with a controversial 2013 amnesty bill.
Chadchart sees Bangkok in top 50 cities list
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt is still optimistic he can make Bangkok one of the world's 50 most liveable cities in the next five years.
Amazon to unveil its $1bn bet with 'Lord of the Rings' prequel launch
LOS ANGELES - Stanley Kubrick once famously said that J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy of novels was unfilmable.
Doctors seek answers after girl loses hair following Covid
PHUKET: Doctors are trying to determine whether the hair loss of a young girl is linked to her two doses of Covid-19 vaccine, the disease itself or another cause entirely.
