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School shooting suspect troubled from early on: ONCB
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:07:00 +0700
The gunman who carried out a shooting at Patongprathankiriwat School in Songkhla province has a long history of psychiatric illness and polysubstance abuse dating back to early adolescence, says the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB).
PCD on oil wreck watch
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:45:00 +0700
The government has instructed the Pollution Control Department (PCD) to intensify monitoring after the cargo vessel SEALLOYD ARC sank off the coast of Phuket.
EC 'slow' to clear up doubts
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:28:00 +0700
The Election Commission (EC) is unlikely to order a nationwide recount or call a fresh election, despite allegations of irregularities in several constituencies, political analysts say.
Bhumjaithai coalition talks hit snag
Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:21:00 +0700
The Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party has begun negotiations with the Klatham Party as part of efforts to form a new coalition government, after announcing that Pheu Thai's 74 MPs would support its bid to secure a governing majority.
Yodchanan defends difficult decision to join coalition
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:54:00 +0700
Yodchanan Wongsawat, a prime ministerial candidate of the Pheu Thai Party, has apologised to any supporters who may feel uneasy about the party’s decision to join a coalition government led by the Bhumjaithai Party.
People’s Party to sue EC over ballot barcodes
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:12:00 +0700
The People’s Party is preparing to take the Election Commission (EC) to court over its use of ballot barcodes that could violate the principle of secret voting, be used to intimidate voters and pose a harmful risk of data leaks.
People’s Party reaffirms opposition role
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:32:00 +0700
The People’s Party has reaffirmed its role as leader of the opposition and ruled out joining the government, according to party spokesman Parit Wacharasindhu.
‘Quad God’ turns mortal at Winter Olympics
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:07:00 +0700
MILAN - The pressure had been building, the glare of Olympic expectation, the scrutiny of a sport that demands not only athletic precision but artistic perfection. And on Friday, all of it came crashing down on Ilia Malinin.
Billionaire Sarath’s Gulf doubles Kbank stake
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:21:00 +0700
Gulf Development Plc, controlled by billionaire Sarath Ratanavadi, has doubled its stake in Kasikornbank Plc to become the Thai commercial lender’s largest shareholder.
Klatham: Local force to national player
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0700
One of the biggest surprises of Thailand’s recent general election was the meteoric rise of the Klatham Party, which secured nearly 60 seats nationwide — an outcome no opinion polls had anticipated.
Travel News
Floral fantasy, food galore, dancing fountains and more at Wynn Palace
Thu, 13 Jul 2023 18:09:00 +0700
Located in the Cotai zone of Macau, Wynn Palace, the younger sister property to Macau's first Las Vegas-style resort Wynn Macau, puts on a really big show from the moment guests arrive to the moment they leave to ensure a truly memorable stay.
Timeless heritage meets modern luxury
Thu, 13 Jul 2023 16:29:00 +0700
It is rare that in “new” countries like Singapore one gets to stay in a building with a rich heritage.
The Eastern & Oriental Express returns to Southeast Asia
Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:24:00 +0700
The Eastern & Oriental Express is back on the rails in Southeast Asia after a long hiatus.
Collect NFTs to unlock special travel deals
Thu, 13 Jul 2023 10:49:00 +0700
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has launched the 3rd season of the Amazing Thailand NFTs project. Thai and foreign tourists can collect virtual art items at tourist attractions and landmarks throughout Thailand between July 20 and Aug 31, to use for privileges and special discounts until Dec 31.
A vanishing heritage
Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:47:00 +0700
If it were not for a handful of visitors, the Chao Mae Thap Thim Shrine would completely vanish. Flanked by metal sheet fences, a narrow alley leads to the remnants of age-old communities. An entrance is adorned with red lanterns. A facade is painted with mythological figures. A roof is embellished with tile dolls. The smell of burning incense wafts through the open gate. Inside, deities are...
Heal your soul in luxury at Varana Hotel Krabi
Fri, 07 Jul 2023 05:00:00 +0700
In the South, environmentally conscious vacationers can spend a weekend staying at Varana Hotel Krabi's minimalist but elegant rooms to sate their wanderlust. Focusing on sustainable living, this brand-new luxury hotel crafts a wonderful wellcation experience for those searching for both mental and physical renewal.
Casetify opens first global flagship store in Osaka
Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:10:00 +0700
Casetify, a Hong Kong brand best known for smartphone cases and accessories, aims to open more stores with its flagship standalone in Osaka, Japan being the latest. It also happens to be the brand's first global flagship standalone store.
Tracing ancestry
Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:08:00 +0700
With Thailand serving as a significant commercial hub for centuries, Chinese merchants played a key role in bridging cultural linkages through marine trade prior to the establishment of diplomatic ties between Thailand and China in 1975. To celebrate the 48th anniversary of this milestone, Life explores Bangkok's early communities to learn more about our ancestry.
Centara launches exciting Isan offers
Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:08:00 +0700
Centara Hotels & Resorts launches Love Isaan offers valid for a limited time at three hotels in the northeastern region.
Banyan Tree Krabi
Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:08:00 +0700
Normally after the rush of high season, few would dare go out and brave the rain. But it can be a good time to make a journey to the southwest. Despite thick cloud and patchy drizzle, I found peace at a remote seaside resort. Only a 40-minute drive from the airport, Banyan Tree Krabi offers soul-searching experience unlike any other.
