Bangkok’s New Pink Line Electric Train Set for Trial Run on November 21st, 2023,...
Bangkok—
A new Pink Line electric train in Bangkok: Khaerai-Minburi stations will be available for services on November 21st, 2023, with a free trial run after 1:30 PM.
During the trial run, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the...
Thai Deputy Transport Minister Eyes Extension of Red Line Railway to Outskirts for Urban...
Bangkok—
On December 20th, 2023, Thai national media reported that Mr. Surapong Piyachote, the deputy transport minister, publicly revealed the consideration of the extension of 3 routes to outskirt areas on the Red Line railway...
Thai Royals Perform Makha Bucha and Chinese New Year Rituals at Dusit Palace
Bangkok—
At 07:35 AM, on February 10th, 2024, their Royal Majesties King Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida proceeded to the Ambara Villa, Dusit Palace, Bangkok, to perform rituals as part of the Makha Bucha Day and...
Thailand Gearing up to Welcome Songkran Festival with Spectacular Events
PRESS RELEASE:
Thailand is gearing up to welcome the Songkran Festival with a spectacular lineup of events in Bangkok. The festival, marking the Thai New Year from April 11-15, will see the capital city come...
Chinese Nationals Allegedly Steal Diamond Bracelet Worth 1 Million Baht from Siam Paragon, Escape...
Bangkok—
At 7:00 PM, on April 17th, 2024, Pathumwan investigative police officers and relevant agencies investigated a case of two Chinese individuals allegedly stealing a diamond bracelet “Yellow Gold” from the Van Cleef & Arpels...
Thai PM Leads Bangkok Pride Festival 2024, Highlighting LGBTQIAN+ Support
National—
On May 31st, 2024, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin presided over the Bangkok Pride Festival 2024, organized by Bangkok Pride and the Bangkok Government.
The event saw participation from the LGBTQIAN+ community, both Thai...
Two Taiwanese Nationals Arrested in Bangkok for Illegal Cannabis Export Operation
Bangkok —
On August 22nd, 2024, Thai immigration officials and related agencies announced the arrest of two Taiwanese nationals involved in a cross-border cannabis smuggling operation.
The suspects, whose names were withheld by the police,...
PM2.5 Warning for Bangkok and Surrounding Areas
PRESS RELEASE:
Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Chalermchai Sri-on has issued a warning regarding elevated PM2.5 dust levels in Bangkok and surrounding provinces from October 24 to 27, 2024.
The Ministry has also introduced its...
Fire at Bangkok Hotel Near Khaosan Road Kills Three Foreigners, Injures Seven People
Bangkok, Thailand – On the evening of December 29th, 2024, a devastating fire broke out at a hotel situated near the iconic Khao San Road in Bangkok, leading to the tragic loss of lives...
Thousands participate in anti government protest run in Bangkok
BANGKOK (AP) — Thousands of anti-government protesters took part in the “Run Against Dictatorship” in the Thai capital Sunday in the biggest political demonstration in years.
Organizers said more than 13,000 people turned up for...
