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Huge Lao hydropower plant begins commercial export of electricity to Thailand

The largest infrastructure project in Laos, the Nam Theun 2 hydropower facility, has started commercial export of electricity to Thailand, the hydro project's operators said Wednesday.

Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok to open in June

Kempinski, Europe's oldest luxury hotel brand, will open the Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok in June. The luxury city re...

Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok to open in June

Kings of Convenience Live in Bangkok - Moon Star Studio, Mar 23, 2010

The Norwegian indie folk pop duo brings us their signature chill-out tunes like “Brave New World,” “Misread,” “I'd Ra...

Kings of Convenience Live in Bangkok - Moon Star Studio, Mar 23, 2010

GS and its southern dealers offer car check-up services and “D-Tech” batteries to local vocational colleges

Bangkok – Mr. Pongnarin Wanitchakornpong (middle, right), General Manager of Provincial Sales Department of GS Sales ...

GS and its southern dealers offer car check-up services and “D-Tech” batteries to local vocational colleges

ALBA Ringo brings self-confidence to professional career women

“ALBA”, the innovative leader of exceptional timepiece from Japan, unveils “ALBA Ringo”, an edgy-designed watch parti...

ALBA Ringo brings self-confidence to professional career women

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HEADLINES


Montenegro police confirm former Thai PM Thaksin was given citizenship

Montenegro's police Wednesday confirmed former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was in the southeastern European country and holds a passport of the former Yugoslav republic.

 

THAILAND NEWS


BANGKOK


Thai government ready to talk with Red Shirts' leaders

Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugsuban said Wednesday that the government is ready for talks with the leaders of United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD), which is currently holding ongoing mass demonstrations in Bangkok.

Bangkok preparing for traffic jams during Red Shirt rally

Bangkok residents can expect serious traffic jams today as the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) continues with its protest.

ASIA NEWS


WORLD NEWS


British helicopter pilot shot between the eyes by Taliban, manages to fly 20 to safety

A British Chinook helicopter pilot was shot between the eyes by a Taliban bullet, but still managed to fly on and saved all 20 aboard.

Briton recognized as world's first officially genderless person

A British expat living in Australia has become the first person to be officially recognized as genderless.

BUSINESS


BUSINESS HEADLINES


Thai Airways to raise money for new aircrafts

Thai Airways' board has approved the raising of one billion new shares in Thailand's national carrier in a public offering.

 

SPORT HEADLINES & RESULTS


SPORT


Asian Football Confederation aims to improve football standard in Phuket and Khon Kaen

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) will send a delegation to Phuket and Khon Kaen in April in the hope of expanding the Vision Thailand programme of raising the standard of football to these two provinces.

 

TECHNOLOGY


LAW & ORDER


Google appears to have dropped censorship in China

Sensitive subjects, such as the Tiananmen Square democracy protests, Tibet and regional independence movements could all be accessed through Google's Chinese search engine Tuesday, after the company said it would no longer bind itself by Beijing's...

Hundreds of Illegally Caught Fish Found in Phuket

Hundreds of illegally caught aquarium fish were confisticated from a house in Phuket. The owner of the house hired local fishermen to catch the fish with cyanide in coral reefs around the islands of Ko Racha and Ko Khai.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT


NIGHTLIFE & GOING OUT


Jessica Simpson left retching after eating bugs in Thailand [PHOTO/VIDEO]

Jessica Simpson retched after eating fried worms in Thailand during filming her the first episode of her new reality show "The Price Of Beauty" for VH1. The singer chewed on the dead bugs at a Bangkok food market after being told they speed up met...

Scandinavian JazzKamikaze - Bangkok / Koh Samui, March 19 / 22, 2010

JazzKamikaze was formed by five Scandinavian musicians with an aim to revolt the music of today. Their music combines a force of rock with intricate jazz progression.

EVENTS


LIFESTYLE


King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament - Anantara Golden Triangle Resort, Chiang Rai, 22-28 March 2010

The King’s Cup Elephant Polo tournament, one of Thailand's prime annual special events, will take place on the grounds of Anantara Resort Golden Triangle, in Chiang Rai, between March 22-28, 2010. The entry is free for spectators.

Sony Pictures chairman calls for healthy snacks at US cinemas

Michael Lynton, chairman and chief executive of Sony Pictures would like to see cinemas, across the U.S., selling healthier snacks in order to help the American public "meet an urgent health need."

SHOPPING


FARANG FOCUS


100-year-old Sam Chuk market in Suphan Buri

An article in The Earth Times introduces the more than 100-year-old riverside Sam Chuk market in Suphan Buri.

Swedish girl, 9, survives potentially fatal box jellyfish attack near Koh Mak

A nine-year-old Swedish girl narrowly escaped death, after a box jellyfish attacked her this week in the waters of the holiday island Koh Mak in the Gulf of Thailand. According to media reports, only the fast actions of a well-trained Swedish fire...

TRAVEL


THAILAND IN PICTURES


Thailand's last unspoiled islands

Thailand's remote islands with unspoiled nature, beaches, wildlife - all making perfect getaways from everyday life

 

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BEAUTY & FASHION


HOME & GARDEN


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Carla Bruni turning to catwoman due to overuse of cosmetic procedures? [Photo]
Carla Bruni turning to catwoman due to overuse of cosmetic procedures? [Photo]

An unflattering close-up photo this week has revealed how the once radiant former model Carla Bruni's face is looking tight and stretched, while her skin appears dull and lifeless. Beauty experts gave their opinions on what the 42-year-old First L...

The Urban Logs Collection by Ilan Dei Studio

Los Angeles based Ilan Dei Studio have created the Urban Logs collection.

THAILAND BUSINESS GUIDE


REAL ESTATE


Thailand's One Start One Stop Investment Center

Opened on November 23, 2009, the One Start One Stop Investment Center, or OSOS, offers investors a wide range of investment-related services. The center is open to all businesses - Thai or foreign; big or small; BOI-promoted or not — interested in...

Amari announces new hotel management company, Onyx Hospitality Group

Amari, Thailand's leading domestic hotel management company today announced the formation of a new corporate structure with the creation of ONYX Hospitality Group, a new management company. This strategic development allows the company to pursue i...

Foreigners: Legal problems of home ownership in Thailand James Finch and Nilobon Tangprasit Bangkok Post
Your Money: Bringing it to Thailand and taking it out - Part VI James Finch and Nilobon Tangprasit Bangkok Post
Your Money: Bringing it to Thailand and taking it out - Part III James Finch, Nilobon Tangprasit Bangkok Post
Your Money: Bringing it to Thailand and taking it out - Part II James Finch, Nilobon Tangprasit Bangkok Post

EDUCATION


OPINION


Canadian Teachers Suspended After Sexually Suggestive Pep Rally Dance [Video]

During a pep rally at a Winnipeg high school, a student recorded two of the school's teachers performing a sexually suggestive dance on the gym's floor, which has been since called "Two Teachers, One Chair".

"Flip-flop diplomacy" at its best: Barack Obama meets Dalai Lama despite objections from China

U.S. President Barack Obama received the Dalai Lama at the White House Thursday despite objections from China. During the talks, Obama expressed his support for Tibetan rights. China, which regards the Dalai Lama as a separatist, called the meetin...

MOTORING


SCIENCE & HEALTH


Nissan launches Thailand’s first eco car, March

Siam Nissan Automobile Co (SNA) on Friday launched Thailand’s first locally produced low-cost compact eco car, the Nissan March.

Smog situation critical in Northern Thailand; Mae Hong Son flights cancelled

Northern Thailand has been polluted by a thick haze for the past few days. The smog situation in Mae Hong Son remains critical, forcing Nok Air to suspend three daily flights for three days in a row.

PATTAYA


ISLANDS


Number of beach masseuses to be limited on Jomtien Beach

Aiming to cut down on how many times sun worshippers are pestered for massages, Pattaya officials will limit the number of masseuses on Jomtien Beach to two per plot, giving priority to Pattaya residents.

HotelTravel.com Sponsors Accor’s "Race to Survive Phuket 2010" Charity Event

Accor ‘Race to Survive’ is an established, dynamic fund-raising event to generate funds through team sponsorship made up of Accor employees and friends. Over the course of four days –from 22 to 25 March, 2010 - teams from all corners of the globe ...

CHIANG MAI


ISAAN


Thai Health Promotion Foundation launches waste reduction programme in Chiang Mai

The Thai Health Promotion Foundation has recently launched a campaign by Jeh United on promoting waste management. The organization has chosen the largest northern Thai city of Chiang Mai as a model.

Thai cowboys flock to Northern Thailand

Isaan, Thailand's northeast region, has developed its own cowboy culture, since US troops stationed in the country during the Vietnam War over forty years ago, locals say.

AMAZING THAILAND


WEIRD & WONDERFUL


Thais find super-human power in magic tattoos

Bangkok has recently celebrated the Wat Bang Phra, an annual festival celebrating the power of Yan tattoos. Devotees of this popular body adornment believe their tattoo gives super-human powers, which they proudly demonstrate at the festival.

World's shortest man, He Pingping, dies aged 21

The world's shortest man, He Pingping, measuring only 29 inches (74.61 centimetres), has died, a Guinness World Records spokesman said Monday. He was 21.

HUMOR


HOROSCOPE


Top 15 Quotes of England's Prince Philip

Prince Philip is the husband of Queen Elizabeth II of England and the Duke of Edinburgh. He is quite famous in Britain for making embarrassing, though often funny, remarks. These are his 15 best quips.

 

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In Pictures: Thai Red Shirts hold mass demonstrations [UPDATED]