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Teens arrested for assaulting and robbing Japanese tourist

Seven youths, between the ages of 13 and 17, were arrested on Thursday night for allegedly robbing and assaulting a Japanese tourist, who was lost near Makkasan Airport Rail Link station. The suspects told police they attacked the tourist with their fists to rob 1,400 baht.

Hotels push for subsidy to be based on revenue

Hotels push for subsidy to be based on revenue

The Thai Hotels Association (THA) says the Tourism and Sports Ministry should select participating hotels for its "Thai Teaw Thai Plus" subsidy scheme based on their revenue and should allow them to adopt dynamic pricing to lift the sector and help small businesses.

Policeman caught smoking meth during online training

Policeman caught smoking meth during online training

PHATTHALUNG: An investigation has been launched after a police officer was allegedly caught using methamphetamine during an online training session attended by hundreds of fellow officers.

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New movies out this week: Aug 13-19

Seven new titles that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.

Chinese arrivals set to hit 5.1m this year

Improving Thailand's image among Chinese travellers and recovering airline seat capacity should help the market reach 5.1 million arrivals this year, up by 14% from a low benchmark in 2025, likely driven by younger visitors, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

BMA steps up checks on city nightspots

Bangkok is intensifying inspections of entertainment venues after checks found shortcomings involving fire safety, escape routes and building materials.

International Children's Theatre Festival celebrates 10 years with 11 Bangkok shows

Only one week away and the Bangkok International Children's Theatre Festival will return with a string of performances and activities, running over two weekends from Aug 21-30.

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Thai Airways net profit plunged in Q2

Thai Airways net profit plunged in Q2

Thai Airways International has reported recording a net profit of 1.54 billion baht in the second quarter of this year compared with 12.13 billion baht during the same period last year.

Authorities raid drug den in Phuket

Authorities raid drug den in Phuket

PHUKET - A raid on a suspected drug den in Kathu district on this tourist island has uncovered a large amount of drugs and firearms, provincial authorities said on Tuesday.

Jasmine prices surge ahead of Mother’s Day

Jasmine prices surge ahead of Mother’s Day

NAKHON RATCHASIMA - Jasmine flower prices for Mother’s Day garlands have surged more than 30% compared with a year ago, forcing vendors to raise garland prices while absorbing part of the higher costs to avoid driving away customers.

BMW driver arrested with illegal firearm in car

BMW driver arrested with illegal firearm in car

The driver of a BMW sedan was arrested after police found a pistol and 28 rounds of ammunition concealed under his seat at a checkpoint in Phuket’s Muang district on Monday night.

Travel subsidy nears launch

Travel subsidy nears launch

The Tourism and Sports Ministry expects to finalise details of the proposed Thai Tiew Thai Plus domestic tourism subsidy scheme by next week as it seeks to launch the programme during the green (monsoon) season, Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul said.

Call for more help for illegal Phuket hotels

Call for more help for illegal Phuket hotels

Phuket tourism operators are urging the Interior Ministry to extend the tourism clinic programme, which offers consultations to help illegal accommodation operators comply with the law, as well as extend the expired ministerial regulation that allows other building types to register as hotels while awaiting the new Hotel Act.

Miscommunication blamed for sacked foreign teacher's threatening post

Miscommunication blamed for sacked foreign teacher's threatening post

SONGKHLA - The director of Hatyaiwittayalai secondary school said on Monday that miscommunication might have led to the threatening online post by a sacked foreign teacher.

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Putting the spotlight on an open secret

From Soi Cowboy in the bustling Sukhumvit corridor of Bangkok to Pattaya's Walking Street, the sex trade remains an open secret that authorities are often reluctant to acknowledge, despite its visible presence.

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South Korea planted more than 10 billion trees after the Korean War, and its forests made a remarkable comeback

South Korea's forests were in an exceptionally poor condition after decades of exploitation and the destruction caused by the Korean War. By 1960, the average growing stock had fallen to just 10.6 cubic metres per hectare, compared with about 100 cubic metres per hectare in the early 1900s. Large areas…

Regional airport upgrade plan taking off

The government is betting on regional airports to drive Thailand's next wave of tourism and investment growth, with upgrades to facilities, flight routes and technology aimed at transforming them into economic gateways.

Massive flight cuts hit Thai regional status

Thailand's regional ranking for airline seats fell to No.3 for the second consecutive month due to massive flight cuts, with Vietnam claiming No.2 as demand grows.

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China planted trees the Taklamakan Desert for nearly 50 years. Satellites now show the landscape is capturing more carbon than it releases

China's shelterbelt initiative has made remarkable strides, turning arid desert borders into thriving carbon sinks. Through strategic vegetation choices, this project now captures more carbon dioxide than it expels. This achievement is anchored in mountain meltwater, vital for its irrigation systems. The initiative showcases the powerful impact of ecological restoration…

Thailand to ramp up creative cities drive

Thailand aims to secure Unesco Creative Cities Network (UCCN) recognition for two new destinations every two years as part of a national strategy to have at least 35 Thai cities designated by 2037, according to the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta).

Pioneeringa new epoch

Chef Weerawat "Num" Triyasenawat has finally put down roots in Bangkok and now helms Sra Bua at Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, as the fine dining restaurant turns a new leaf.

Late Queen Mother honoured at Iconsiam's textile, art exhibitions

Iconsiam is hosting a series of exhibitions, cultural activities and creative showcases highlighting the timeless beauty of Thai textiles, fine arts, traditional craftsmanship and local wisdom throughout this month.

Digital roadblocks

Now I don't know if it's my lousy (BBB) internet or my three-year-old computer, but lately clicking on an article header for the full article in the Post has been a trip into Neverland! Originally, I would sometimes get the dreaded "404 page not found" message.

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Beginning in 2007, South Korea planted about 3,046 hectares of forest in Mongolia to help combat desertification and reduce Gobi dust reaching the Korean Peninsula

South Korea and Mongolia partnered on a project to combat desertification and yellow dust. This initiative involved planting trees and providing technical cooperation in Mongolia. The project aimed to stabilize ground and reduce wind erosion from drylands. Training experts and transferring knowledge built Mongolia's capacity for long-term maintenance. This collaboration…

B100,000 bounty on robbers of Chiang Rai gold shop

Police have offered a cash reward of 100,000 baht for clues leading to the arrest of two armed robbers, believed to be Lao nationals, who made off with about 13 million baht worth of gold ornaments from a shop in Chiang Rai and fled across the Mekong River into Laos.

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