Bangkok
Breaking news and major events from Bangkok, covering politics, business, transport, and social issues.
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Fatal gas leak and death in Chao Phraya River truck crash
A 22-wheel trailer truck overturned on a bridge over the…
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Bail denied for delivery rider who sexually assaulted 6 year old girl (video)
Police arrested a food delivery rider for sexually assaulting a…
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THAIFEX – HOREC Asia 2024 exceeds expectations, unveiling the future of HORECA
Surpassing all expectations, the future of HORECA emerged at THAIFEX…
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Illegal elephant pants from China seized at Bangkok warehouse
Economic Crime Suppression Division officers swooped on a warehouse in…
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Violence erupts as group attacks volunteer at Bangkok gas station
Violence erupted at a Sai Mai district gas station in…
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Severe summer storm to hit Thailand with hail and strong winds
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a severe weather…
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Microsoft CEO halts Southeast Asia trip including Bangkok
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella delayed his visit to Thailand and neighbouring…
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Concerns over readiness of Thailand’s secondary cities for tourism
The private sector has expressed concerns over the readiness of…
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Bangkok’s children gasp for air amidst pollution nightmare
Children in Bangkok suffer daily from heavy air pollution, battling…
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MSDHS holds workshop to find solutions for family stability
In a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Social Development…
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73 year old Thai man swindles friends to pay party entertainers
Police arrested a 73 year old Thai man at his…
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Thai cops probe groping incident by foreign men in Bangkok
Thai police are investigating two foreign men who allegedly sexually…
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Thai school exam paper sparks debate on academic freedom
A seemingly routine social science exam paper ignited a firestorm…
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Bangkok considers law to pave way for fair land compensation
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is exploring the possibility of…
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Power cables on Bangkok’s Sarasin Road go underground
The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), under the leadership of Khajon…
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Sustainability Week Asia 2024: A call to action for climate crisis
Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs…
- Events
Bangkok prepares to expand BKK Food Center to all 50 districts to promote vulnerable groups’ access to food throughout the city
Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok, inspected the BKK Food Bank…
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Songkran sees more stringent alcohol sales regulations
In a bid to curb road accidents caused by drunk…
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DJ opens fire on Bangkok karaoke restaurant owner
A violent incident shattered the calm of a Bangkok neighbourhood…
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Scandal hits Government House with 500,000 baht lawn
The eagerly awaited overhaul of Government House’s front lawn, allegedly…
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Tom Jones brings Ages & Stages tour to Bangkok on 14 March
International icon and living legend Tom Jones has announced his Ages…
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Australian man under investigation for road rage incident near Bangkok (video)
A Thai woman filed a complaint against an Australian man,…
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Desperate Thai fruit seller offers eye for sale to clear debt
A poignant image of a 57 year old Thai fruit…
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Thai women march to Government House for labour rights
Bangkok streets echoed with the chants of empowered Thai women…
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Bangkok’s street stall showdown: Pedestrians vs Vendors
The age-old saga of Bangkok’s bustling streets versus its iconic…
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Update: Filipina transgender beauty contestant speaks out after Bangkok brawl
A Filipina transgender beauty contestant stepped into the spotlight following…
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Double trouble: British lookalikes forge unlikely friendship on flight to Thailand
An airport mix-up led a pair of British lookalikes to discover…
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House of cards: Vietnamese nationals busted in Bangkok gambling raid
Immigration Bureau officers raided a luxury house in the Rama…
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Vaping crackdown: 10,000 devices seized in Bangkok market raid
Authorities in Bangkok have apprehended eight suspects and confiscated a…
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Investigations reveal fake diamonds and counterfeit jewellery
Authorities in Bangkok have launched a crackdown on jewellery businesses,…
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Thai artists revive childhood nostalgia at enchanting exhibition
In a whirlwind of nostalgia and creativity, three Thai artists,…
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Patty savours sweet Honda LPGA Thailand success
Roared on by her adoring fans, Patty Tavatanakit made a…
