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Russian sex class stopped before climax
Russian sex class stopped before climax
PATTAYA: Police interrupted 10 Russians running a class in sexual techniques for 43 compatriots in a Pattaya hotel room early this morning (Feb 26).
Sound show leaves Thai MotoGP organisers upbeat
Sound show leaves Thai MotoGP organisers upbeat
MOTO GP: For three full days last week, the eyes of those who love high-speed thrills and spills were riveted to Buriram’s Chang International Circuit where Thailand will stage its first ever MotoGP race from Oct 5-7.
Bill eases curbs for illegal hires
Bill eases curbs for illegal hires
NATIONWIDE: Illegally hiring a migrant worker will not cost an employer as dearly any more as a bill that reduces the fine from B400,000-B800,000 to B10,000-B100,000 is expected to be placed before the cabinet tomorrow (Feb 27) for approval, said a labour ministry source.
Activist lines Premchai up in his sights
Activist lines Premchai up in his sights
BANGKOK: Environmental activist Sasin Chalermlarp will launch a campaign to pressure police to speed up their probe into the wildlife poaching case involving construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta.
Two Chinese tourists drown in Phang Nga
PHANG NGA: Rescuers today (Feb 24) continued to search for a Chinese woman who was missing after two compatriots drowned and two others were rescued from choppy waters off a local beach.
Two police officers removed from lottery tickets case
Two police officers removed from lottery tickets case
BANGKOK: Two police investigators handling the controversial B30-million lottery case in Kanchanaburi have been moved to inactive posts at the Crime Suppression Division in Bangkok.
Tourist ignores signs, falls to his death at waterfall
Tourist ignores signs, falls to his death at waterfall
SURAT THANI: A 32-year-old Czech man has fallen to his death from a cliff at the Bang Khun Si waterfall on Koh Samui after entering an off-limits section to take a selfie.
Traffic cop held for bus concession murders
Traffic cop held for bus concession murders
BANGKOK: A Bangkok traffic policeman who was running a bus service on the side has surrendered to Samut Prakan police and admitted shooting dead the two men running the company he owed an unpaid concession fee of B250,000.
Flawless Moriya in four-way tie for top spot
Flawless Moriya in four-way tie for top spot
GOLF: Competition was close at the end of the opening round of the Honda LPGA Thailand as four players emerged tied for the top spot yesterday (Feb 22).
Premchai again ‘too busy’ to see police
Premchai again ‘too busy’ to see police
KANCHANABURI: Accused poacher Premchai Karnasuta, one of the wealthiest men in Thailand, has managed to postpone his meeting with police interrogators today (Feb 22) in Kanchanaburi province until March 5. His lawyer said he was far too busy to attend.
Small comfort in new graft rank
Small comfort in new graft rank
BANGKOK: Thailand is doing a little better in the fight against graft, going to 96th place in the latest Corruption Perception Index from 101st place a year ago.
As watch saga drags on, all eyes on NACC
As watch saga drags on, all eyes on NACC
BANGKOK: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) will write to Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon in the next few days, demanding he provide specific details on how he acquired 25 luxury watches he was seen wearing in pictures shared online.
Preaw in court, now denies killing karaoke bar girl
Preaw in court, now denies killing karaoke bar girl
KHON KAEN: Preeyanuch “Preaw” Nonwangchai, on trial for the murder and dismemberment of a karaoke bar worker, has changed track in court and denied killing the young woman. She and the four other defendants earlier confessed to the charges, which include premeditated murder.
Watch out, PM tells critical graftbuster
Watch out, PM tells critical graftbuster
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha lashed out at a key member of the government’s anti-corruption drive yesterday (Feb 20) after the man urged him to take action over an expensive collection of luxury watches worn by one of his deputies.
Retired policeman tipped to win B30mn lottery row
Retired policeman tipped to win B30mn lottery row
KANCHANABURI: The B30-million lottery ticket dispute involving a teacher and a retired policeman is coming to a close with the Crime Suppression Division (CSD) set to conclude that they belong to the retired police officer.
Women smash up pickup blocking their driveway
Women smash up pickup blocking their driveway
BANGKOK: Two women who used an axe and a metal pole to attack a parked pickup truck that was blocking their driveway in Prawet district of Bangkok are facing charges of property damage and intimidating the owner-driver.
Thailand to launch ICO, cryptocurrency rules in March
Thailand to launch ICO, cryptocurrency rules in March
BANGKOK: The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to introduce new regulations to supervise initial coin offerings (ICOs) and cryptocurrencies in March, while reiterating that investment in such financial instruments carries hefty risks, especially for small investors.
Theft by officials in aid for poor scheme widespread
Theft by officials in aid for poor scheme widespread
NATIONWIDE: More embezzlement of financial aid intended for the destitute has been uncovered as graft busters expand their investigation in rural provinces, and the corruption appears to be well organised.
Park chief puts wildlife first
Park chief puts wildlife first
KANCHANABURI: “Hard times create heroes,” they say. That would be a perfect description of the position which the latest chief of the western Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary in Kanchanaburi, Wichien Chinnawong, finds himself in after the recent events at the park.
Calls to track ‘brothel king’ cash
Calls to track ‘brothel king’ cash
BANGKOK: Police reform advocates have urged the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and the Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) to trace the money trail of a fugitive massage parlour tycoon accused of human trafficking.