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Large ice haul likely bound for Australia seized in Thailand

Law enforcement officials in Thailand say they have seized more than a tonne of methamphetamine they believe was bound for Australia.

The New Daily · May 29, 2023

Authorities in Thailand seize more than a ton of crystal methamphetamine thought bound for Australia

Law enforcement officials in Thailand say they seized more than a ton of crystal methamphetamine in a southern province last week that they believed was bound for Australia

The Independent UK · May 29, 2023

Thai golf star Pajaree beats Japan's Furue in LPGA Match-Play final

Thailand's Pajaree Anannarukarn defeated Japan's Ayaka Furue 3&1 in Sunday's LPGA Match-Play final to capture her second career tour title.

Bangkok Post · May 29, 2023

Accused Jimi 'Slice' killer extradited from Canada

Alleged contract killer Matthew Dupre, wanted for the shooting of Canadian gangster Jimi Sandhu in Phuket on Feb 4, 2022, has been quietly extradited to Thailand to face a murder charge.

Bangkok Post · May 29, 2023

The President of the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce believes that the Thai CPI score can be improved and advises anti-corruption organisations to utilise the same standard legal norm

Associate Professor Dr. Thanawat Phonwichai, President of the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC), gave an overview of Thailand's corruption problem that has previously raised awareness. However, the perception remains low. Today's global society is preoccupied with ESG, which refers to Environment, Social, and Governance. And in terms…

Bangkok Post · May 29, 2023

'Superpimp'-turned-whistleblower won't give up fight

The memorandum of understanding signed on May 22 by the eight parties hoping to form a governing coalition sets forth an ambitious reform agenda, including "push for reform of the bureaucracy, police, armed forces and justice system" and to "promote a culture of transparency to tackle corruption".

Bangkok Post · May 28, 2023

Road ahead for MFP full of uncertainty

Given the majority of 313 House seats out of 500 won by the coalition parties led by the Move Forward Party (MFP), Pita Limjaroenrat, that party's prime ministerial candidate, should rightfully become Thailand's 30th prime minister.

Bangkok Post · May 28, 2023

Playing the waiting game

Before May 14, many investors and analysts were hopeful that the general election could reverse the "sell in May" phenomenon, which refers to the Thai bourse traditionally underperforming during the hot, dry months.

Bangkok Post · May 28, 2023

Test Ride: Electro enduro supremo

Thailand is a fantastic vacation destination with numerous beautiful mountains and trails to explore -- the view at the top always being the reward after a hard ride.

Bangkok Post · May 28, 2023

Car sales suffer amid uncertainty

Car sales in Thailand are expected to continue a decline this month amid domestic political uncertainty about a new government and its policies, says Toyota Motor Thailand.

Bangkok Post · May 28, 2023