Respect or get visa revoked
THE Interior Ministry has ordered provincial authorities nationwide to take firm action against unruly foreign tourists, warning that those who break the law, intimidate Thai citizens or behave inappropriately could have their visas revoked and be deported immediately.
Probe into arms cache at Chinese man’s home
The police are investigating a vast arsenal of military-grade weapons – including assault rifles, explosives, grenades and anti-personnel mines – found at the home of a Chinese man, authorities said.
No leniency for errant foreigners after public sex fiasco
THE country vowed to tighten oversight of tourists' behaviour after a series of incidents involving foreigners caught having sex in public, warning they damaged the country's image.
Scorching heat grips Bangkok
Bangkok's heat index exceeded 52˚C, reaching the "extreme danger" level, with residents urged to avoid outdoor activity and watch for signs of heatstroke.
Bangkok to borrow US$12.2bil as mideast crisis continues to hurt
the government approved a US$12.2bil (RM48.3bil) emergency borrowing package to cushion the economic impacts of the Middle East conflict, marking one of the country's largest borrowing plans in decades.
Energy exploration pact cancelled
Bangkok unilaterally terminated a longstanding agreement with Cambodia to work towards joint offshore energy exploration, defying calls from its neighbour to stay the course on the 25-year-old pact.
Tighter controls changing street food culture in Bangkok
Across Bangkok, aromas of garlic, chilli and grilled meat drift from roadside stalls and carts, but tighter controls on vendors threaten livelihoods and the street food culture that defines the Thai capital.
Teen tries flying with 30 tortoises under clothes
Authorities arrested a teenager at a Bangkok airport for allegedly smuggling 30 protected tortoises valued at about US$9,000 (RM35,500) that were taped under her clothing, wildlife officials said.
Govt cuts growth outlook over Mideast conflict
The country's economic growth and tourist arrivals are forecast to drop this year as the Middle East conflict roils global energy prices, the finance ministry said.
Cops nab Indonesian wanted for US$10mil cyber fraud
LOCAL police have arrested an Indonesian who allegedly defrauded Americans of about US$10mil (RM39.6mil), Thai authorities said, adding that they will extradite him to the United States.
