“Chrissy and I have been coming to Thailand together for 17 years now. Loved bringing all our babies for Spring Break,” Legend, 45, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, April 7. The post included a carousel …
Schengen-like visa for Thailand, Vietnam, 4 other nations: Is it a win-win deal for tourists?
Thailand and five other South East Asian nations plan to introduce a Schengen-type visa program to boost tourism.
Myanmar army loses border town in another big defeat
The military regime which seized power in Myanmar three years ago has suffered another big defeat, this time on the eastern border with Thailand.Troops had suffered weeks of attacks by ethnic Karen …
‘Emerald’ creature – with eyes like ‘fire’ — discovered in Thailand. See new species
Native to the forests of Thailand, Myanmar, Laos and China — in the infamous “Golden Triangle” considered to be a “ biodiversity hotspot ” — the snake was identified by a group of researchers, who …
Ferry to Thailand’s Infamous ‘Island of Death’ Catches Fire, Passengers Leap for Safety
More than 100 passengers were traveling to Koh Tao island in southern Thailand when their ferry caught fire. Some passengers found refuge on the roof, while others chose to leap into the water. This …
‘They used to use swords, now they use guns’: Inside Thailand’s student gang violence surge
Speaking quietly and wearing a chequered, collared shirt, Aof is an unlikely student gang member.“I’ve shot people more than 10 times, but I don’t know how many of the people died,” he told The …
Chinese Are the Biggest Buyers of Thai Condos for 6 Years in a Row
The Real Estate Information Center (REIC) has published an overview of the condominium transfer situation in Thailand for the year 2023 …
Junta’s role in humanitarian aid plan for war-torn Myanmar raises alarm
Observers are expressing concern that deliveries of aid under Thailand’s new humanitarian aid program for war-torn Myanmar will be misused because of the role of the junta-run Myanmar Red Cross – …
Water fights, cultural traditions and new beginnings: A guide to Songkran, Thailand’s annual New Year festival
Thailand’s Songkran festival, famous for the massive nationwide water fights, offers the perfect mix of tradition and fun. Here’s what visitors can expect in 2024.
Thailand will consider all sources of funding for 500 billion baht handout scheme
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s government has also pressed the Bank of Thailand to cut interest rates to stimulate growth. “Monetary and fiscal policy must work together,” said finance ministry …