Election impeded
Under the junta's continuing 'partial ban' on political activity, parties cannot formally release their campaign platforms nor introduce policies to voters.
Thaksin's distant hope
It's clear that Thaksin consistently wants to send political signals to challenge the NCPO and Gen Prayut and prepare for a new round of political conflict.
Cruel beating
The recent vicious, drunken attack documented on social media of a powerful woman beating her frail 'girl friend' - with, however, justice of a sort served.
Paying back
Once they feel better, the boys should volunteer to work in the community or initiate social projects and invite their friends to take part.
Dirty politics
Every election, ambitious political parties go to work to siphon off former MPs from each other, still stuck in old-style <i>nam nao</i> mode.
Hitting the right note
Authorities must keep up their good work, as Thais want to see monks return to the Buddha's path and regain public trust.
Return to democracy
Even if the election occurs as promised, the military regime’s push to keep Gen Prayut in power through the new Pracharath Party may draw further criticism.
Peaceful passage
Running through areas where separatist violence has ravaged hearts and minds, Toon Bodyslam stopped all the attacks, and got nothing but smiles and praise.
Gang-rape shocks
Ban Koh Raet describes itself as a peaceful community, but the news that at least 40 men had sexually abused a 14-year-old shook the village - and the nation.
Brawling deaths
A joint committee of the two schools will try again to change attitudes on fighting rival students, still a murderous problem for society and education.
