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Cabinet gives nod to polls in city, Pattaya

The cabinet has greenlighted both the Bangkok governor election and the Pattaya City mayor and member polls with dates likely set for May 29, according to a source close to the matter.

Bangkok Post · Mar 9, 2022

Striking a balance

Most people believe planting trees is good for the environment, but in some cases, it can be a threat. At the exhibition "Paradise Lost", a video interview with botanist Assoc Prof Kitichate Sridith helps visitors understand that forests cannot be built.

Bangkok Post · Mar 8, 2022

Six Thai players to watch at Honda LPGA Thailand, including a world-class rookie

A total of 10 players from Thailand are in the field this week. Here's a closer look at some of the host nation's best.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 8, 2022

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Rights groups rally on International Women's Day

Members of Thai labour rights groups took to the streets to march for labour rights on International Women’s Day in Bangkok on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 8, 2022

City governor poll offers us a glimmer of hope

Following a long delay, the cabinet is expected to set the date for the Bangkok governor election for May 29, according to news reports. To say that it's long-awaited is an understatement.

Bangkok Post · Mar 7, 2022

Sakoltee resigns as Bangkok deputy governor, to run for governor

Sakoltee Phattiyakul has resigned as Bangkok deputy governor to run for the governorship as an independent in the city elections tentatively set for late May.

Bangkok Post · Mar 7, 2022

Thailand bids to avert 'population crisis' as birth rate crashes

Thailand is scrambling to encourage its people to have more babies to arrest a slumping birth rate, offering parents childcare and fertility centres, while also tapping social media influencers to showcase the joys of family life.

Reuters · Mar 7, 2022

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Bangkok offers glimpse into the past

Stroll along the Chao Phraya River and visit the old quarter of the capital Krung Thep Maha Nakhon and you can see living proof of the harmonious mixture of Thai-Chinese and European cultures, which still carries a connection from ancient Ayutthaya to the modern Rattanakosin era.

Bangkok Post · Mar 6, 2022

New-look Bangkok 'green bridge' to complete in September

A revamped walkway linking two popular public parks in Bangkok will be completed for pedestrians and cyclists in September.

Bangkok Post · Mar 6, 2022

Chadchart set for landslide in Bangkok governor election: poll

Chadchart Sittipunt, running run as an independent for the post of Bangkok governor in the forthcoming election, is still the overwhelming favourite, an opinion poll showed Sunday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 6, 2022

Russian embassy urges Thais not to join fight

The embassy of Russia in Bangkok has warned Thai citizens against volunteering to fight alongside Ukrainians.

Bangkok Post · Mar 5, 2022

Ukrainians rally in Lumpini, call for peace

About 100 Ukrainians and Thais on Saturday gathered in front of Lumpini Public Library at Lumpini Park, Bangkok, to call on Russia to stop its invasion of Ukraine.

Bangkok Post · Mar 5, 2022

Summer storm warning for Mar 6-8

Summer storms, gusty winds and hail are expected in Bangkok and upper Thailand from Sunday to Tuesday, the Meteorological Department warned on Saturday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 5, 2022

Summer storms warning for upper Thailand

Summer storms are forecast for the Northeast from Sunday, moving to other areas including Greater Bangkok during the week.

Bangkok Post · Mar 4, 2022

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The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2022

Bangkok’s illicit craft brewers risk arrest under draconian laws

Big brewers maintain monopoly as smaller operations incur huge fines for even sharing photos of their beer

Bangkok Post · Mar 3, 2022

Hospitals in 14 provinces to serve city cases

The Public Health Ministry is working with local hospitals in 14 provinces to handle the rising number of Covid-19 patients in Bangkok, which are overloading resources in the capital.

Bangkok Post · Mar 3, 2022

Authentic flavours of Lanna

The last time I publicly expressed my gratitude to a Bangkok restaurateur who brought culinary brilliance to the city was in 2011.

Bangkok Post · Mar 3, 2022

Ginori 1735 arrives in Bangkok

The 287-year-old Italian porcelain brand Ginori 1735 has made its way to Bangkok with the launch of the Oriente Italiano collection, which celebrates classic craftsmanship and the charm of Italian cultural heritage.

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Bangkok Post · Mar 3, 2022

Thais sign up to defend against Russia's invasion

Several Thais visited the Ukrainian embassy in Bangkok on Thursday to join efforts to defend Ukraine from Russia's invasion. A staff member of the embassy said officials are considering applicants who need to submit online documents, including proof of military training and a clean criminal record. It is not clear…

Bangkok Post · Mar 3, 2022

Bangkok Covid cases advised to visit hospitals outside capital

The Public Health Ministry is advising people who have contracted Covid-19 in Bangkok to seek treatment at hospitals in nearby provinces as the 1330 hotline is overwhelmed with requests for treatment in the capital.

Daily Mirror · Mar 3, 2022

Inside Carl Woods and Katie Price's luxe Thai break as they keep island location secret

Carl Woods and Katie Price jetted off to Thailand at the start of the week, and after flying into Bangkok they have now moved to an Thai island

Reuters · Mar 3, 2022

Thai democracy activists sign up to fight 'tyranny' in Ukraine

Far-off Thailand might not seem an obvious place for recruits to Ukraine's efforts to raise an international volunteer force to defend against Russia's invasion.

Daily Mirror · Mar 1, 2022

Katie Price looks curvier than ever with new face on Bangkok break with Carl Woods

Katie Price and Carl Woods are currently away in Thailand's Bangkok and have been photographed looking happy relaxed whilst out and about

Bangkok Post · Feb 28, 2022

Come join Cloud Behind's album launch party

Indie rock band Cloud Behind has made a nearly decade-long career of being a cult favourite known for no boundaries as they evolved from folk and indie pop to electro and psychedelia. With sold-out shows across Bangkok, they have loads of radio hits under their belts to a self-titled first…

Bangkok Post · Feb 28, 2022

The country king

In July 1973, songwriter and DJ Surin Paksiri organised a pleng luk thung concert at the Ratchadamnoen Boxing Stadium in Bangkok. He wanted to hold the event in a park or at a big cinema, but both of those options were too expensive. He settled on the boxing stadium, and…

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