Heavy rain, flash flood warnings for southern Thailand

Heavy rain and flash flood warnings were issued for all southern provinces except Chumphon and Ranong on Thursday, and small boats were advised to stay ashore until Friday.

Schoolgirl slapped for not standing up during national anthem

A 15-year-old schoolgirl was slapped in the face by a nationalist who got angry when the girl did not stand up for the national anthem at a train station in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province.

Thailand included in Top 20 Best Countries in the World by Condé Nast Traveller

Thailand received a score of 92.62, thus placing it in 7th place. Meanwhile, Chiang Mai was placed 2nd on the Top 10 Best Small Cities, and Ko Pha Ngan was rated 3rd on the Top 5 Best Islands in Asia.

Defiant protesters gather peacefully at several places, vow more rallies

Traffic around the Victory Monument returned to normal at 8.30pm on Sunday after the protesters dispersed. The rallies of pro-democracy protesters who call themselves “Ratsadon” had started on Sunday at around 4pm at Victory Monument, prompting officials to close traffic in the area. The demonstration on Sunday was peaceful compared to Friday night at the […]

Government announces state of emergency in Bangkok to quell protests

The government banned gatherings of five or more people and the publication of news or online messages that could harm national security early on Thursday under an emergency decree to end Bangkok street protests.

High-risk COVID-19 countries barred from Special Tourist Visa program

The Foreign Ministry on Saturday clarified the details of the Special Tourist Visa (STV) for long-stay tourists, saying the most important requirement for all applicants is they must be coming from low Covid-19 risk countries.

What Goes Inside a Runner’s Head? (Columbia Trail Run 2020 #TestedTough)

September 27, 2020, my friends and I joined a trail run hosted by Columbia Trail Masters. Their moto or what is written on the medal this year is, “#TestTough.” Having signed up for my first 50 kilometer race, it has proven its point. However, with only limited training and a lot of weight gain due […]

Public holidays on Nov 19-22, Dec 10-13

Public holidays in Thailand on November 19-22 and December 10-13.

Thousands expected at student-led rally on September 19-20

Observers predict the rally could attract up to 100,000 participants, making it the largest protest since the 2014 coup.

Thai Cabinet approves long-term tourist visas

The target is to welcome 100-300 visitors a week, or up to 1,200 people a month, and generate income of about 1 billion baht a month.

Cancer-stricken Thai student receives univ degree in hospital bed

The mother of a proud new university graduate has expressed her gratitude to Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn for arranging a special degree presentation ceremony for her seriously sick daughter.

Tuk-tuk taxi driver shot in Songkhla over professional rivalry

A tuk-tuk driver is in a critical condition after being shot nine times in Songkhla province.

Students rally on Sunday at Democracy Monument

As darkness fell at Bangkok's Democracy Monument, the numbers of student-led protesters calling on the government led by Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha to quit swelled well past 10,000.

Thailand is one of seven COVID-19 low risk locations in US travel advisory

Thailand is among only seven countries and territories categorized in the latest US travel advisory as being at low-risk for COVID-19 infection. Professor Dr. Nop Siriruek Songsivilai, Secretary-General of the National Research Committee, said on Sunday that the inclusion of Thailand in the low risk list is a significant change and welcome news for Thailand. […]

Suicide Prevention Hotline

Due to recent events of locals and our kababayans taking their lives due to COVID-19, Thailand has a non-profit organization that can provide professional help called Samaritans Thailand. Hotline Numbers:English: 027136791Thai: 027136793 They are a group made up of volunteers and professionals who are ready to listen. Please share this post if you know someone […]

Research shows 86% of Thai parents worried about their kids returning to school

About 86% of parents are concerned about their children going back to school during the COVID-19 pandemic, and they want assurances that the schools will have taken steps to prevent the spread of the disease among the students before they reopen on July 1st.