Six cops transferred in bribery probe Nakhon Phanom officers allegedly demanded money for release of drug suspects, drugs vanish NAKHON PHANOM: Six police officers have been transferred pending an investigation into allegations that they demanded money…
Rewrite your biological algorithm to future-proof your body
Rewrite your biological algorithm to future-proof your body In a competitive world where average will no longer suffice, the emphasis on mental and physical wellness has been growing exponentially These days, many are turning their backs on traditional…
Prayut govt faces a crisis of confidence
With signs of a rift within the coalition parties, the countdown for the Prayut Chan-o-cha government has begun in advance of it completing its term by March next year. A number of untoward incidents in the past few weeks, with each coalition partner t…
Don’t let it be a train in vain
The affordability, usability and efficiency of Bangkok’s mass-transit system leaves much to be desired. As to affordability, the system — comprising BTS elevated and MRT underground trains, is not necessarily for the masses. It’s primarily a transport …
Ministry eager to soothe oil misery
Ministry eager to soothe oil misery State mulls using emergency loan funds to ease impact The Finance Ministry is considering using the remaining funds from the 500 billion baht in borrowing under the second emergency loan decree to ease the impact of …
Prayut asks for Anutin’s support
Prayut asks for Anutin’s support Rumours of split continue to circulate Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Friday asked Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, to affirm his continuing support for him and the coalition as rumours of a ri…
Covid booster efficacy wanes significantly by fourth month: US study
WASHINGTON: The efficacy of third doses of the Pfizer and Moderna mRNA vaccines wanes substantially by the fourth month after administration, a new study by the US Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Friday. Though it’s now well docume…
SPRC takes flak over second oil slick
SPRC takes flak over second oil slick Ministry asks why halt order ignored The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has criticised Star Petroleum Refining Public Company Limited (SPRC) for ignoring a command to halt work and causing a second l…
TAT launches drive to restore tourism
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is implementing its “Visit Thailand Year 2022: Amazing New Chapters” campaign to help revive the country’s tourism sector while playing a positive role in the overall economy. TAT governor Yuthasak Supasorn said …
Hopes pinned on India travel bubble
Thailand will soon initiate a travel bubble with India with the main goal of attracting high-value young Indian visitors who can make a significant contribution to the recovery of the kingdom’s tourism-dependent economy. The Centre for Covid-19 Situati…