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DSI combs six locations in Porlajee murder case
DSI combs six locations in Porlajee murder case
BANGKOK: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) yesterday (Oct 10) conducted an aerial inspection of six locations to search for more clues related to the murder of Karen rights activist Porlajee “Billy” Rakchongcharoen, DSI Director-General Paisit Wongmuang said.
Officials reach two out of 11 dead elephants in waterfall
Officials reach two out of 11 dead elephants in waterfall
NAKHON NAYOK: Rescuers and park officials on Wednesday (October 9) found the bodies of two of the 11 wild elephants that perished at Haew Narok waterfall, but were unable to remove the carcasses from the river.
Thailand to lead Asean bid for 2034 World Cup
Thailand to lead Asean bid for 2034 World Cup
FOOTBALL: Thailand will lead a joint bid with four other Asean countries to host the 2034 Fifa World Cup.
Teerasil doubts place in starting line-up
Teerasil doubts place in starting line-up
FOOTBALL: Thailand striker Teerasil Dangda admits that he may not be picked to start against the United Arab Emirates in a World Cup qualifier next week.
Digital Economy and Society Ministry's WiFi demand draws flak
Digital Economy and Society Ministry's WiFi demand draws flak
BANGKOK: The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry’s demand that all cafes store data passing through their WiFi connections has drawn flak from shop owners, especially small-scale operators, who said the measure would impose a financial burden on them, including server expense.
Drone spots 5 more dead elephants at Khao Yai waterfall
Drone spots 5 more dead elephants at Khao Yai waterfall
BANGKOK: Five more dead elephants have been spotted in Khao Yai National Park as officials struggle to remove the carcasses of six others that perished in the same area.
'We will miss Chanathip,' says Nishino
'We will miss Chanathip,' says Nishino
FOOTBALL: Thailand coach Akira Nishino on Monday (October 7) called up True Bangkok United striker Chananan Pombupha to replace Chanathip Songkrasin in the national team, but added that it would be "very difficult" for anyone to fill in for the injured star playmaker.
Cabinet approves bigger B3.2tn budget
Cabinet approves bigger B3.2tn budget
BANGKOK: The Cabinet on Monday approved a slightly higher budget of B3.2 trillion for the 2020 fiscal year to bolster the economy, which is growing at its weakest pace in nearly five years.
Panel votes for ban on toxic farm chemicals
Panel votes for ban on toxic farm chemicals
BANGKOK: A four-party committee has unanimously voted for a ban on the use of three toxic farming chemicals, heaping pressure on the National Hazardous Substances Committee (NHSC), which has resisted an outright ban, to follow suit.
Scaling the high-income ladder
Scaling the high-income ladder
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s speech at the 74th session of the UN General Assembly in New York was chock-full of talking points, but the one that stood out was his declaration that Thailand would become a rich country by 2036.
Marquez seals sixth title in Buri Ram
Marquez seals sixth title in Buri Ram
MOTOGP: Marc Marquez sealed his sixth MotoGP world title in Thailand on Sunday after storming to victory in a heart-pounding final corner duel with Fabio Quartararo at the Chang International Circuit, but said it had not been an 'easy' year as the frontrunner.
Phuket launches initiative to become smarter and safer
Phuket launches initiative to become smarter and safer
PHUKET: The boat accident in July last year that killed 47 Chinese tourists has left a scar on the sunny image of Phuket, and raised questions as to whether the famous tourist city is safe for tourists and residents alike. If the tragic accident has any plus side, it is that the local authority woke up to the need to improve city safety and surveillance.
Park rescuing 2 jumbos after 6 fall from waterfall
Park rescuing 2 jumbos after 6 fall from waterfall
PRACHIN BURI: Authorities are trying to help two wild elephants after six from their herd died after falling from the top of Haew Narok waterfall in Khao Yai National Park on Saturday morning (Oct 5).
THAI Smile expands India routes as parent national carrier faces B10bn loss
THAI Smile expands India routes as parent national carrier faces B10bn loss
BANGKOK: THAI Smile, a wholly owned subsidiary of Thai International Airways, is set to add more direct flights to India to cash in on growing visitor numbers. The move comes as the loss-ridden national flag carrier THAI may be in danger of running up net losses of well over B10 billion baht this year.
Navy says B112mn ‘mansion’ not just for chief
Navy says B112mn ‘mansion’ not just for chief
BANGKOK: The navy is building a reception house on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, not a new residence for the navy chief, according to a source.
Panel slashes GDP forecast yet again
Panel slashes GDP forecast yet again
BANGKOK: The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has downgraded Thailand’s GDP growth outlook for 2019 a third time to 2.7-3% and cut the export projection to a 0-2% contraction amid the US-China trade war, Brexit woes and baht appreciation.
Pattaya police land B100mn meth bust, largest in 10 years
Pattaya police land B100mn meth bust, largest in 10 years
CHON BURI: Pattaya Police have made their largest drugs seizure in 10 years – almost a million methamphetamine (ya bah) pills and a kilogramme of crystal meth (ya ice), valued at B100 million – and arrested five suspects.
Model agent charged in ‘pretty’ party case
Model agent charged in ‘pretty’ party case
BANGKOK: The agent of a model who alleges she was sexually assaulted while working at a house party in Nonthaburi’s Bang Bua Thong district has been charged in connection with the case.
Air filters for Bangkok schools as city haze worsens
Air filters for Bangkok schools as city haze worsens
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Education will deliver the first batch of air purifiers to 37 state schools in Bangkok and its vicinity within next two weeks, as part of the government’s latest bid to combat the rising levels of ultra-fine PM2.5 pollutants blanketing the city.
Mum admits accidentally killing baby boy
Mum admits accidentally killing baby boy
BANGKOK: The mother of a deceased 18-day-old baby has admitted to accidentally causing the death of her child.