Singapore must compromise over law on sex between men: deputy PM
Singapore is seeking a compromise in its review of a colonial-era law banning sex between men, as the rule is a marker for important values society cares about, said deputy prime minister Lawrence Wong.
MP 'Madame Dear' quits PPRP
List-MP Watanya Bunnag, also known as Madame Dear, has resigned from the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), forfeiting her House seat, in a show of discontent after a bid to amend the election bill collapsed for lack of a quorum on Monday.
Economy to continue growing despite disappointing Q2: Bank of Thailand
Despite a weaker-than-expected second quarter, the economy is expected to continue growing in the second half of the year as tourism picks up, the Bank of Thailand (BoT) said on Tuesday, suggesting gradual policy tightening may continue.
Queen Mother's artistic touch
Artisans weave intricate patterns to create baskets and bags at the ‘Devotion to Works of Art’ exhibition held to commemorate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s 90th birthday on Aug 12 at the Queen’s Gallery on Ratchadamnoen Klang Avenue. photos by Apichart Jinakul
Nuclear plant 'catastrophe' would threaten whole of Europe: Zelensky
KYIV, Ukraine: A "catastrophe" at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in southern Ukraine would threaten the whole of Europe, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Monday.
ACT praises Chadchart's anti-graft plan
Mana Nimitmongkol, secretary-general of the Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT), on Monday praised Bangkok's plan to prohibit state officials from receiving gifts and services from businesses, vendors and the public.
Govt 'too slow' to tackle fuel prices
The government is making slow progress in bringing down high fuel prices, says Kla Party leader Korn Chatikavanij. More serious problems will follow unless the fuel price crisis is addressed soon, he said on Monday.
Myanmar junta court jails Suu Kyi for six years for corruption
YANGON: A Myanmar junta court jailed Aung San Suu Kyi for six years for corruption on Monday, a source close to the case said, taking the ousted leader's prison time to 17 years.
Justice Dept opposes release of affidavit behind Trump raid
WASHINGTON - The US Justice Department on Monday opposed requests to unseal the affidavit used to justify last week's FBI search of Donald Trump's Florida residence.
Oil prices tumble on possible Iran deal, stuttering China economy
NEW YORK: Oil prices fell Monday on the prospects of a return of Iranian oil to the market and data showing China's economic recovery stuttering under Covid-19 restrictions.
Global business travel won't see full recovery until 2026: report
NEW YORK: Inflation, supply chain problems and ongoing Covid-19 lockdowns in China are among the factors conspiring to delay a full recovery in business travel to its pre-pandemic level, according to an industry forecast released Monday.
1,508 new Covid inpatients, 29 more deaths
The country registered 29 more Covid-19 fatalities and 1,508 new cases admitted to hospitals during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Tuesday morning.
IEAT plans to develop Udon Thani dry port
IEAT is planning to develop a dry port in Udon Thani, with the aim of making the province a centre for regional land transport, linked with the Chinese-Lao high-speed train system.
Tensions thwart growth in 2022
Geopolitical tensions have pressured Thailand's economic expansion this year.
Party seeks ruling on PM
Mongkolkit Suksintharanon, leader of the Thai Civilized Party, on Monday filed a petition with the Constitutional Court seeking a ruling to settle Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's tenure wrangle.
Instant noodle brands seek price hike
Manufacturers of the five largest instant noodle brands for the first time join forces to call on the Commerce Ministry to allow them to raise their prices.
OAG to indict four over Billy's death
Prosecutors decided to indict a former chief of Kaeng Krachan National Park over the disappearance and murder of a Karen rights activist in 2014.
Bangkok Airways REIT to launch soon
Bangkok Airways Plc's real estate investment fund BAREIT will be available to invest in next week with an expected yield of 8.09-8.95% in the first year.
BMTA plans to get 3,200 electric buses
Bangkok Mass Transit Authority plans to procure 3,200 electric buses to phase out fossil-fuelled buses from its fleet in three years: Transport Ministry.
Malaysia eyes Thai weed policy
Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says his Malaysian counterpart has expressed an interest in studying the Thai model for legalising cannabis for medical use.
