🇹🇭 Thailand

Thailand's Ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra Sentenced to One Year in Prison
September 11 @ 8:40am ET  
Thailand's Supreme Court ruled ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in prison for corruption charges. The decision, deeming his hospital stay unlawful, is a major blow to the Shinawatra dynasty.
Thai PM Ousted Over Leaked Call: Shinawatra Dynasty Faces Setback
September 2 @ 8:14am ET  
Thailand's Constitutional Court removed PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra on August 29 over a leaked call with Cambodia's Hun Sen. The ruling, citing ethics violations, deals a blow to the influential Shinawatra dynasty.
Thaksin Shinawatra Cleared of Royal Defamation in Thailand Court
August 25 @ 8:41am ET  
Thaksin Shinawatra, former Thai PM, was acquitted of royal defamation charges on August 21 in Bangkok. The case, tied to a 2015 interview, highlights ongoing legal battles for the influential Shinawatra family.
China's Censorship Reaches Thailand: Bangkok Art Show Silenced
August 19 @ 8:44am ET  
An art exhibition in Bangkok faced censorship from Chinese officials, leading to the removal of Tibetan, Uyghur, and Hong Kong artworks. Curators Sai and his wife fled to the UK, fearing for their safety, amid global backlash.
Tragic Bangkok Market Shooting Claims Five Lives
July 30 @ 4:40am ET  
A tragic mass shooting at Bangkok's Or Tor Kor market on July 28 claimed five lives, including security guards. Police are investigating the motive, with early indications pointing to a personal grudge.
Trump Mediates Ceasefire in Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict
July 26 @ 5:31pm ET  
President Trump mediates a ceasefire in the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict, pushing for peace amidst deadly clashes. His trade ultimatum adds pressure as both nations agree to talks after 33 deaths and mass displacement.
Budget-Friendly Thai Hotels for Your 'White Lotus' Fantasy Getaway
July 24 @ 4:36am ET  
Discover budget-friendly hotels in Thailand that offer a 'White Lotus'-inspired getaway. From Phuket to Bangkok, enjoy luxury vibes at wallet-friendly prices.
Thai Woman 'Ms Golf' Arrested for Extorting Monks with Explicit Videos
July 18 @ 8:40am ET  
A Thai woman known as 'Ms Golf' was arrested for allegedly blackmailing monks with explicit videos, extorting around $11.9 million. The scandal has led to the disrobing of nine monks and shaken trust in Thailand's Buddhist community.
Thailand's PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra Suspended Amid Leaked Call Controversy
July 3 @ 8:40am ET  
Thailand's PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra was suspended on July 1 over a leaked call with Cambodia's Hun Sen. The Constitutional Court is now considering her removal amid allegations of ethical breaches.
Thailand Tightens Cannabis Laws Amid Smuggling Surge to UK
June 27 @ 12:40pm ET  
Thailand is reversing its cannabis decriminalization with new restrictions amid a smuggling surge to the UK. British travelers face arrests as overproduction causes price collapses and tighter laws shake a $1 billion industry.
Israeli Forces Recover Body of Thai Hostage Nattapong Pinta in Gaza
June 10 @ 4:40am ET  
Israeli forces recovered the body of Thai hostage Nattapong Pinta from Gaza's Rafah area. Pinta, abducted on October 7, 2023, was likely killed early in captivity, per the Israeli military.