NACC asked to expedite cases of Move Forward MPs who supported lèse majesté law changes
Political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana has urged the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to expedite the filing, with the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Political Office Holders, of cases against 44 former Move Forward Party MPs who signed up in support of amending the country’s lèse majesté law (Section 112). Ruangkrai told the media today that he had sent an urgent letter to the […]
Malaysia’s Sports minister slammed for photos with Thai silver Olympic medalist
Malaysia’s Youth and Sports Minister has defended her photo with Thailand’s shuttler Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who won a silver Olympic medal, saying Malaysia is not a “sore loser” after the Thai badminton player defeated Lee Zii Jia. According to Malay Mail Online, , Hannah Yeoh said on Instagram that, as a youth minister, it is her […]
Ex-Move Forward MPs to appoint executive committee of a new party
Former MPs of the now defunct Move Forward party will meet on Friday to discuss the formation of a new executive committee for a new party. Sirikanya Tansakul, a leading MP, said today that she expects the discussion go smoothly and all the former MPs will move to a new home together. Asked about a […]
New Deputy House Speaker to be elected next week
The parliament will meet next Wednesday to vote for a new First deputy House speaker, replacing Padipat Suntiphada, who was banned from politics for ten years by the Constitutional Court, according to the government whip chief. Wisut Chaiyanarun, a Pheu Thai MP, said it was still too soon to determine who will replace Padipat, but […]
US criticism on charter court’s ruling is meaningless: Thai PM
The United States’ criticism of the Constitutional Court’s order for the dissolution of the Move Forward party is “meaningless”, as Thailand is a sovereign country, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today. “We, as a sovereign nation, have our own way of developing our politics and democracy. So, what the US says about us is meaningless,” […]
LATEST STORIES
NACC asked to expedite cases of Move Forward MPs who supported lèse majesté law changes
Political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana has urged the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to expedite the filing, with the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Political Office Holders, of cases against 44 former Move Forward Party MPs who signed up in support of amending the country’s lèse majesté law (Section 112). Ruangkrai told the media today that he had sent an urgent letter to the […]
POLITICS
NACC asked to expedite cases of Move Forward MPs who supported lèse majesté law changes
Political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana has urged the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to expedite the filing, with the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Political Office Holders, of cases against 44 former Move Forward Party MPs who signed up in support of amending the country’s lèse majesté law (Section 112). Ruangkrai told the media today that he had sent an urgent letter to the […]
BUSINESS & ECONOMY
Commerce suspends collection of rent from over 2,000 stalls for 3 months
The Commerce Ministry has suspended the collection of monthly rental fees from more than 2,000 food shops and goods stalls under its supervision for three months, as part of the government’s economic stimulus measures. Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said that the measures, which are already being rolled out, aim to help people and small businesses. Some […]
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK
Half-Half resurfaces in yet another month when no one can blink
It takes something special to make people miss Loong Tu, said a YouTube comment posted by someone who obviously is not Prayut Chan-o-cha’s biggest fan. That “something special” might be something called “Digital Wallet”. The comparison between the Half-Half programme and the Digital Wallet agenda has often been made ever since the Pheu Thai Party […]
EDITOR’S CHOICE
Lawsuits, conspiracies, ‘dark forces’: Thai Senate selection kicks off amid chaos and controversy
Thailand’s Senate race kicked off under a storm of controversy on Sunday (June 9), beset by lawsuits, allegations, and conspiracy theories. Sunday’s nationwide district-level vote will be followed by five more rounds in what is described as the “most complicated election in the world”. Over 46,000 candidates will vote in two rounds at the district, provincial, and national […]
PROFILES
Janjaem Suwannapeng: Boxing masterclass ignites Olympic fever in Thailand
Janjaem Suwannapeng has sent a wave of pride and joy rolling through Thailand after guaranteeing at least a bronze medal for her country in the Paris Olympics. She secured the remarkable feat with a decisive victory over the defending champion, Busenaz Sürmeneli of Turkey, in the women’s welterweight quarterfinals. Aged just 23, Janjaem has achieved […]
WORLD
Two powerful earthquakes hit off Japan: USGS
Tokyo, Japan – A 6.9-magnitude earthquake followed by a 7.1 tremor struck off southern Japan on Thursday, the United States Geological Survey said. Tsunamis of up to one metre were expected to arrive or have arrived in some coastal areas in Kyushu and Shikoku islands, broadcaster NHK reported. The first quake struck at a depth of 33 kilometres (20 […]
ASEAN
Malaysia’s Sports minister slammed for photos with Thai silver Olympic medalist
Malaysia’s Youth and Sports Minister has defended her photo with Thailand’s shuttler Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who won a silver Olympic medal, saying Malaysia is not a “sore loser” after the Thai badminton player defeated Lee Zii Jia. According to Malay Mail Online, , Hannah Yeoh said on Instagram that, as a youth minister, it is her […]
POLITICAL PULSE
Lessons learned as all Move Forward MPs set to join reincarnation
August 8, 2024: Every MP of the newly-dissolved Move Forward Party is reportedly set to move to a new registered camp, having learned that voters can punish those who do not. Political analysts had expected the party to keep hold of all MPs, citing previous election records that showed those who had switched from the camp […]
FOOD, TRAVEL AND LIFESTYLE
Exploring the Islamic Spiritual Heritage of Bangkok
In the heart of Bangkok, where gleaming skyscrapers contrast with centuries-old temples, lies a lesser-known facet of the city’s cultural history – its historic mosques. For those intrigued by Thai-Muslim folklore, such as the enigmatic Muslim talismans featured in the provocative film “The Cursed Land” with Ananda Everingham, a tour of Bangkok’s mosques unveils a […]
AROUND THAILAND
Foreign tourists and guide rescued from flooded cave in Surat Thani
Twenty-two foreign tourists and a Thai tour guide were safely rescued from a flooded cave at Ratchaprapha Reservoir (Chiaw Lan Lake) in Surat Thani province Tuesday night. The body of a second guide was found early this morning. The 37-year-old was identified as “Pongyot”, a native of Ubon Ratchathani province. Khao Sok National Park officials […]
THAI PBS WORLD EXCLUSIVE
Taiwan’s ex-president Ma chastises ruling party’s China policy
Former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou has blamed rising cross-strait tensions on President Lai Ching-te’s “two nations theory” and has expressed strong objection to any foreign interference in developments between Taiwan and mainland China. “Lai’s cross-strait policy is seriously risky. Taiwan’s independence is impossible and it has worried a lot of people in Taiwan,” Ma said […]
