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Watch saga ‘just a plot to attack PM’
Watch saga ‘just a plot to attack PM’
BANGKOK: Having kept quiet during the luxury watch controversy for months, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon yesterday (Apr 1) broke his silence to insist the whole affair was designed to attack Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
Insurers pay B1.2m in drowning of Chinese tourist
Insurers pay B1.2m in drowning of Chinese tourist
PATTAYA: Two insurance firms have paid B1.2m in compensation to the family of a 52-year-old Chinese woman who died while on an underwater sea-walking tour off Koh Lan last November.
Motorcyclist now charged with killing old scavenger
Motorcyclist now charged with killing old scavenger
BANGKOK: A charge of physical assault causing death is being brought against a young motorcyclist seen on video attacking an elderly scavenger in Bangkok, after the old man died in hospital yesterday night (Mar 29).
Police chief annoyed by sergeant’s air-con complaint
Police chief annoyed by sergeant’s air-con complaint
BANGKOK: National police chief Pol Gen Chakthip Chaijinda is apparently unhappy with a sergeant’s move to file a complaint with an anti-corruption body after his money was used to buy a new air-conditioner at his police station.
Prawit watch probe: ‘More time needed’
Prawit watch probe: ‘More time needed’
BANGKOK: Gen Prawit Wongsuwon borrowed 22 luxury watches from a friend, who is now dead, not 25 as reported by media, according to the National Anti-Corruption Commission.
Bus crash, fire kills 21 migrant workers
Bus crash, fire kills 21 migrant workers
TAK: A bus loaded with Myanmar workers crashed and burned in Tak province this morning (Mar 30), killing 21 passengers.
Forest court, housing construction get green light to continue
Forest court, housing construction get green light to continue
CHIANG MAI: Army chief Chalermchai Sitthisad has given the green light for the construction of the new Region 5 Court of Appeal office and housing for judicial employees at the foot of Doi Suthep National Park in Chiang Mai to continue, saying the project does not encroach on the forest or violate any laws.
100,000 police to get wage hikes
100,000 police to get wage hikes
NATIONWIDE: Work on the much-anticipated reform of the police force has been completed with highlights including a pay rise for more than 100,000 officers and brighter career prospects for inquiry officers, the panel in charge said yesterday (Mar 28).
Krabi family murderers get death sentence
Krabi family murderers get death sentence
KRABI: The Krabi Provincial Court today (Mar 28) sentenced six men to death for invading a village headman’s home and murdering him and seven members of his family last July.
Tanzanian man arrested with cocaine
Tanzanian man arrested with cocaine
BANGKOK: A 24-year-old Tanzanian national has been arrested for alleged possession of 671 grams of cocaine at a hotel in Bangkok.
Police ‘ordered’ to fund bosses’ air-con
Police ‘ordered’ to fund bosses’ air-con
BANGKOK: Eleven low-ranking police officers have cried foul over an order forcing them to pay more than B2,000 each to buy a new air-conditioner for their bosses’ office at Phahon Yothin Police Station.
More promises after latest deadly crash
More promises after latest deadly crash
BANGKOK: A disastrous double-decker bus crash in Nakhon Ratchasima’s Wang Nam Khieo district last Wednesday night (Mar 21) which killed 18 passengers and left more than 30 injured has prompted the Transport Ministry to consider issuing a complete ban on such vehicles from operating on provincial and long-distance routes.
Karaoke murder defendants held in contempt of court
Karaoke murder defendants held in contempt of court
KHON KAEN: Defendants in the dismembered karaoke bar girl case in Khon Kaen province will be cited for contempt for using their phone and social media in the courtroom during their trial.
Premchai protest march likely
Premchai protest march likely
BANGKOK: Renowned conservationist Sasin Chalermlarp, chairman of the Seub Nakhasathien Foundation, is organising a march for people to urge the judicial system to act without bias when dealing with the poaching allegations against Premchai Karnasuta.
Fund scandal nets top official
Fund scandal nets top official
BANGKOK: A senior official at the centre of a large-scale embezzlement scandal involving an Education Ministry foundation aimed at supporting the education of girls from poor families has been sacked after reportedly admitting to her role in the crime.
Prawit probe findings set for Thursday
Prawit probe findings set for Thursday
BANGKOK: The fact-finding committee into the luxury watches worn by Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon will present its findings to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) on Thursday (Mar 29).
Prayut orders close watch on protesters
Prayut orders close watch on protesters
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered security forces to closely monitor political groups which are currently launching campaigns to unseat the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), according to a government spokesman.
Government urged to blitz corruption
Government urged to blitz corruption
BANGKOK: The government has been urged to bolster its fight against corruption amid the many scandals that have erupted involving state officials.
12 strikes you’re out – cops push for licence points system
12 strikes you’re out – cops push for licence points system
Police are pushing for a drivers’ licence points system in their latest effort to improve the standards of driving and promote road safety.
NLA member’s son convicted of up-skirting in London
NLA member’s son convicted of up-skirting in London
BANGKOK: The son of National Legislative Assembly member Youdtana Tupchareon has been convicted by a court in London, England, of taking up-skirt videos of unsuspecting shoppers in a women’s clothing store, the Daily Mail reported.