File photo: Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha wants the public to answer four questions on election.

Cabinet set to consider four election questions
national May 30, 2017 12:15

The Cabinet meeting on Tuesday is expected to discuss the four election questions Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha wants the public to answer before forwarding the responses to the Interior Ministry to formulate.

A Philippine Marines truck speeds away as black smoke billows from burning houses after military helicopters fired rockets at militant positions in Marawi on the southern island of Mindanao Monday./ AFP PHOTO / TED ALJIBE

Fear, confusion as Philippine Muslim city burns
ASEAN+ May 30, 2017 11:17

MARAWI, Philippines - Four hungry chickens clawed at rubbish in a deserted street that smelt of corpses as military helicopters skimmed the rooftops firing rockets while the Philippines' most beautiful Muslim city burned.

Bangladeshi villagers evacuate to cyclone shelters in coastal villages in the Cox's Bazar district on May 29, 2017 as Cyclone Mora gradually approaches towards the coastline. / AFP PHOTO
Man offers big bucks for long geckos
Entertainment 1 Days ago

Thai social media users have expressed scepticism over an offer by a man on Facebook to pay three million baht for a gecko that has a minimal length of 18 inches. The man claims t

Bangladeshi villagers evacuate to cyclone shelters in coastal villages in the Cox's Bazar district on May 29, 2017 as Cyclone Mora gradually approaches towards the coastline. / AFP PHOTO

Hundreds of thousands evacuated as cyclone hits Bangladesh
Breaking News May 30, 2017 10:29

DHAKA - Cyclone Mora hit Bangladesh Tuesday packing winds of up to 117 kilometres per hour (73mph) after authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands of people from low-lying coastal villages.

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan smiles to reporters when arrived for weekly Cabinet meeting Tuesday morning.

Prawit ‘over sickness’ - attends Cabinet meeting
Breaking News May 30, 2017 09:15

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan turned up for the weekly Cabinet meeting on Tuesday.


Woods 'sorry' for DUI, says alcohol not involved
sports May 30, 2017 07:37

MIAMI, May 30, 2017 - Tiger Woods apologized on Monday for his driving under the influence arrest, insisting that alcohol was not involved in the late-night incident.

BREAKING NEWS

Cartoon

May 30, 2017.
Recommended
In order to promote the country’s development in accordance ...
In the past, Bang Pho used to be the heart of traditional Th...
Your value-for-money private resort house...
The world is getting smaller....
national
more
Cabinet set to consider four election questions
national May 30,2017 12:15
The Cabinet meeting on Tuesday is expected to discuss the four election questions Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha wants the public to answer before forwarding the responses to the Interior Ministry to formulate.
UK journalist faces Thai jail for carryi...
national May 30,2017 12:05
A British journalist faces jail time after he was arrested at Thailand's main airport with a gas mask and plates for a bullet-proof vest, which police said Tuesday breached a law that classifies the protective gear as war weapons.
National park chiefs moving to digital-b...
national May 29,2017 21:02
Park chiefs nationwide were on Monday introduced to digital-based management aimed at improving work efficiency in their areas.
PM hits back at politicians
national May 30,2017 01:00
Four political questions asked of public mounts as junta’s legitimacy challenged.
Police swoop on Lahu village
national May 30,2017 01:00
Four detained on drug charges in activist’s hometown after checkpoint killing in March.
business
more
Prayut demands clear-out of rice stockpiles before end of his regime
Economy & Tourism May 30,2017 01:00
PRIME MINISTER Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered the Commerce Ministry to accelerate sales of the rice in its stockpiles within the term of his military-led regime, as storage costs have been exceeding Bt1 billion a month.
Momentum builds up for recovery
Economy & Tourism May 30,2017 01:00
ECONOMIC data for April suggests Thailand is sustaining the momentum from a strong first quarter, with the Finance Ministry looking ahead to a bright outlook for the rest of the year.
Proposed infra windfall tax raises conce...
Economy & Tourism May 30,2017 01:00
ECONOMISTS and land developers are cautious about the Finance Ministry’s intention to impose a windfall tax on property owners who benefit from government infrastructure projects.
‘Colours in Asean’ for creative design...
Economy & Tourism May 30,2017 01:00
MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY’S Centre for Creative Economy yesterday announced a “Colours of Asean” project, aimed at documenting the true meanings of colours so Asean designers can understand and effectively implement them in their design works.
CPN Residence aims for double digit grow...
Property May 29,2017 01:00
CPN RESIDENCE Co Ltd, a residential developer under listed company Central Pattana, plans to launch new residential projects with average value of Bt5 billion a year to drive annual sales growth into double digits. 
life
more
CANNES FILM FESTIVAL
Rape, revenge and murder
Box office May 30,2017 01:00
Indonesian filmmaker Mouly Surya, whose feature “Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts” was screened at the Cannes Film Festival, talks about her new movie
Uniqlo dresses up for winter
Leisure May 30,2017 12:05
Uniqlo will launch the Hana Tajima for Uniqlo Autumn-Winter 2017 collection around the world this Friday (June 2) but only at selected stores. Fortunately for Thai fans of the fashions, these include CentralWorld, EmQuartier, Central Festival Hat Yai and
A toast to tapas
Eat in / eat out May 30,2017 11:05
Spanish tapas get a makeover next month at Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant of the Pullman Bangkok Hotel G as chef Javier Ballesta serves up his brandnew tapas menu special selection of hot and cold tapas at the chic rooftop venue.
Tomorrow’s top talent today
Music May 30,2017 10:45
Apollo Thirteen, Aomsin and the Boys, and Yooze – winners of the “band hunt” at the recent Melody of Life 10 #Futurista – are “ready for their closeups”, with debut singles recorded and online.
‘T2 Trainspotting’ kicks off House RCA f...
Box office May 30,2017 10:05
Fans of the classic 1996 movie “Trainspotting” can see the sequel and a pair of other great independent films as part of the Sony@House 2017 screening programme coming to House RCA.
TECH
more
One year, 24 whiz kids, five social challenges 
TECH May 28,2017 12:57
Two Thais are among delegates set to showcase their digital solutions at the Telenor Youth Forum 2017 in Bangkok
ICT experts set to land in Geneva for wo...
TECH May 30,2017 09:58
More than 2,500 information and communication technology (ICT) experts from around the globe will convene in Geneva in June for the World Summit on the Information Society Forum 2017 (WSIS Forum 2017).
Nation's medical imaging industry enters...
TECH May 28,2017 19:15
Medical imaging changed the face of medical science and now it is big business.
Microsoft: Malaysia can be key cybersecu...
TECH May 28,2017 19:02
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia has the potential to be a key cybersecurity player in the South-East Asian region.
Nepal Telecommunications Authority to ba...
TECH May 28,2017 19:10
KATHMANDU - The House panel had recently directed the NTA to prevent Ncell from operating the 4G service until the capital gains tax issue was settled.
travel
more
Exploring Phuket made easy
Around Thailand May 30,2017 13:05
Nostra Map Thailand recently added more information to its app, listing the most attractive tourist destinations and restaurants to coincide with the “Laguna Phuket Marathon 2017” event which will take place this Saturday and Sunday (June 3-4).
Paddling to win
Getaways May 30,2017 12:45
The Dragon Boat Festival returns to Hong Kong from Friday to Sunday (June 24) to pay tribute to QU Yuan, a great poet in the Zhou Dynasty and celebrate the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Young people prefer trips authentic but ...
Travel news May 29,2017 17:45
“Authenticity” in a travel experience and its share-ability on social media are important for the younger “millennial” generation, travel website Expedia says in its Millennial Traveller Report.
Hello Kitty! It’s snowing in Singapore...
Getaways May 29,2017 17:30
If you’re heading to Singapore, keep an eye out for some familiar faces, because “Hello Kitty & Friends Visit Changi Airport” through June 26.
Street life in Hong Kong
Travel news May 29,2017 14:00
OZO Wesley Hong Kong is inviting Thai travellers to explore the street life and arts of Hong Kong by offering 15- and 10-per-cent off when booking for stays at least 21 and seven days in advance respectively.
sports
more
Tiger Woods charged with driving under influence
sports May 30,2017 06:13
MIAMI, May 29, 2017 - Golf superstar Tiger Woods was charged with driving under the influence by police in Florida on Monday, dealing a fresh blow to the former world number one as he struggles to resurrect his career.
Ladies European Thailand Championship t...
sports May 30,2017 13:46
Pattaya – Chonburi, 30 May 2017 : Ladies European Tour, together with Phoenix Gold Golf & Country Club and Khon Rak Golf Co.,Ltd., in supporting of Sports Authority of Thailand and Thai LPGA announced the inaugural edition of Ladies European Thailand Cham
A chance for kids to train with Messi J ...
sports May 30,2017 13:41
SCG invites boys and girls between 7-12 to take part in the “Finding the Next Messi J” challenge for a chance to have a hand-on experience with the national striker Chanathip Songkrasin on June 17 at the SCG Stadium.
Woods 'sorry' for DUI, says alcohol not ...
sports May 30,2017 07:37
MIAMI, May 30, 2017 - Tiger Woods apologized on Monday for his driving under the influence arrest, insisting that alcohol was not involved in the late-night incident.
Nadal, Djokovic cruise as Muguruza downs...
sports May 30,2017 06:37
PARIS, May 29, 2017 - Rafael Nadal launched his pursuit of a record 10th French Open title in convincing fashion, while defending champion Novak Djokovic eased to victory under the gaze of new coach Andre Agassi.
Kingdom Grieves
more
Foreign tourists advised to avoid Bangkok during royal cremation
Kingdom Grieves May 29,2017 15:01
Foreign tourists are being advised to travel outside Bangkok during the royal cremation ceremony of HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej in late October in move to avoid traffic congestion.
Chuan paints panel for King’s funeral
Kingdom Grieves May 26,2017 18:48
Former prime minister Chuan Leekpai has painted a panel for the cremation of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Monks and well-wishers pray for King Ram...
Kingdom Grieves May 24,2017 09:51
Thousands of monks and well-wishers, including the prime minister and Cabinet members, joined a royal merit-making ceremony to pay tribute to the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and also bless Her Majesty Queen Sirikit at the Dusit Palace on Tuesday.
A royal garden grows
Kingdom Grieves May 20,2017 01:00
The millions of flowers being cultivated for the royal cremation are artificial, but the love is genuine
Sanam Luang homage to late King going on...
Kingdom Grieves May 19,2017 12:53
The Bangkok exhibition paying tribute to His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, which drew more than 395,000 visitors to Sanam Luang, is expected to draw many more after it appears in virtual form online on June 1.

Manuel Noriega, former Panamanian dictator, dies at 83
Panama’s former military strongman Manuel Antonio Noriega, a once-valued U.S. spy asset who was la...
30 May 2017 13:26
U.S. bombers fly near North Korean border after missile launch
The U.S. and South Korea conducted a joint drill involving U.S. B-1B bombers on Monday, the second s...
30 May 2017 11:57
Goldman Sachs under fire for Venezuela bond deal
Goldman Sachs is on the defensive in Venezuela after it bought bonds that had been held by the strug...
30 May 2017 11:14
GOP’s proposed tax changes are no match for status quo
Republicans started 2017 with high tax-policy ambitions, seeing an opportunity to use unified contro...
30 May 2017 06:45
Most Viewed
Stock Index
Culture Alive
Box office
‘T2 Trainspotting’ kicks off House RCA film series
Family crises in focus for River City Film Club
Rape, revenge and murder
Life behind the pumps
Leisure
Uniqlo dresses up for winter
The most beautiful bride
Playful like a ladybug
Treat your feet to three great looks
Music
Tomorrow’s top talent today
West meets East and pow
2017 Ibanez Guitar Clinic Tour
In a trance