Myanmar beauty queen who criticised junta granted asylum
The former Myanmar beauty queen who slammed the country's junta and was detained at Suvarnabhumi last week is free to fly to Canada, where she has been granted refugee status.
Almost back to normal, says Health Ministry
The Public Health Ministry sees the country as almost back to normal, with future Covid-19 outbreaks limited to small and seasonal waves similar to influenza.
Pheu Thai win at Roi Et polls fuels party's landslide hopes
A decisive local election victory in Roi Et gives Pheu Thai a lift in its campaign for a big win in the coming general election, hoping to sweep Palang Pracharath out of power.
Bridging the gap
Cross-border trade between Thailand and neighbouring countries is thriving, thanks in part to expanded infrastructure connectivity.
Keeping the scammers at bay
Authorities and regulators are stepping up efforts to prevent financial fraud, especially online scams, with measures ranging from plugging legal loopholes to the use of advanced technology.
Tourism prospects hang in the balance
The weak baht could benefit the tourism industry as foreign purchasing power gains value, though it might not be enough to offset high airfares.
Leaders a cure for post-crisis hangovers
I am not suggesting in the headline above that business and organisational leaders are turning to drink, but there are common effects that leaders and the organisations they lead are facing these days.
Govt expedites airport expansion projects
The expansion of facilities to handle an increasing number of air passengers at international and domestic airports nationwide is being sped up, says the government.
New VAT mulled that targets luxury goods
The Finance Ministry is considering the introduction of a two-tier value-added tax (VAT) rate that could generate additional revenue of more than 100 billion baht, says a ministry source who requested anonymity.
BMA mulls longer hours for visitors
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt hopes to stimulate the local economy by encouraging some tourist attractions to stay open until midnight.
No let up in jabs despite downgrade
The government is continuing its vaccination drive despite Covid-19's pending downgrade in status to "communicable disease under surveillance" from Sunday.
Chiang Mai city wall collapses after heavy rain
Rain has brought down part of the wall in Chaing Mai, with more expected across the country as a powerful typhoon approaches Vietnam.
Industry chiefs applaud staged return to business as usual
Business operators have welcomed the government's further relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions, particularly the downgrading of the virus' status, saying they will attract more tourists and help boost the economy.
The centre will not hold
City Hall under the stewardship of governor Chadchart Sittipunt is looking to build a satellite town to "de-urbanise" Bangkok.
Pheu Thai and Democrats: New EC rules vague
Politicians are scratching their heads about what they can and can’t do in the run-up to the next election and want the Election Commission to clarify the rules.
China's digital nomads make their move
China is seeing more digital nomads as new spaces pop up in tourist towns where they can cultivate a sense of community away from big-city stress.
Erawan shrine donations hit B1.8bn
Cash donations at the Erawan shrine at Ratchaprasong intersection have reached 1.8 billion baht this year, with about 100 million baht being given to over 50 hospitals in need.
Baht freefall could hit 38
Economists forecast the value of the baht could plunge to 38 to the US dollar this year, mainly attributed to a stronger dollar as the Federal Reserve pursues a hawkish monetary policy.
Parties told to toe the line as election run-up begins
With the official pre-election period officially beginning on Saturday, parties and prospective candidates are being advised to carefully study the new electioneering regulations.
Beauty queen 'not sent back'
Former Myanmar beauty queen, Thaw Nandar Aung, aka Han Lay, was on Friday relieved to learn that she will not be sent back to Myanmar.
