Muay Thai Helped Me Love Bangkok—and Myself—Again
Bash! A baseboard hit me hard in the core. “No pain, no Muay Thai!” exclaimed my coach. I’m out of breath and covered in sweat after two minutes of high-intensity mat training,
Thai Billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi’s Frasers Property Sells European Properties To REIT For $343 Million
Industrial properties in Australia owned by Frasers Logistics. Frasers Logistics Singapore-listed Frasers Property, controlled by Thai billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, is selling four of its logistics properties in Europe to subsidiary Frasers Logistics
A New Museum Show Explores The Connection Between Royal Thai Dress and Parisian Couture
Queen Sirikit is often compared to Jackie Kennedy, the young and beautiful wife of the head of state, who used fashion as a form of diplomacy. What’s the most radical thing she’s
Thai Billionaire Thaksin Shinawatra Released From Jail After 8 Months
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra (right) hugs his daughter, former Prime Minister Pethondan, after being paroled from a prison in Bangkok, Thailand, Monday, May 11, 2026. AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit Thai billionaire
Thai ex-PM Thaksin parole decision due April 29, with May 11 release date in sight – Asia News Network
April 28, 2026 Bangkok – Former prime minister’s parole process Thaksin Shinawatra The case is in its final stages after the Department of Corrections outlined a timetable for his possible release onto
Thai Healthcare And Airline Billionaire Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth Dies At 93
Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth – co-founder of Dusit Medical Services Bangkok and controlling shareholder of Bangkok Airways. bangkok airways Thai billionaire Passat Passadon Osos– Co-founder of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BMDS) and controlling shareholder
Thai Microlending Tycoon Chuchat Patcharachai, Cofounder Of Muangthai Capital, Dies At 72
Chuchat Patcharachai and his wife Daonapa started in banking before establishing a motorcycle rental business in 1992. With a market capitalization of 63 billion baht ($2 billion), the company is one of
Thai Billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi’s Frasers Property, Partner Offer Top Bid Of $479 Million For Singapore Residential Site
Approximately 470 homes can be built on a 11,456.3 sq m (123,315 sq ft) site along the Kallang River overlooking the iconic Singapore National Stadium.
Thai Billionaire Dhanin Chearavanont’s CP Axtra To Buy Malaysian Grocery Chain For $420 Million
The proposed acquisition comes as CP Axtra, owned by billionaire Dhanin Chearavanont, seeks to expand its retail presence in Southeast Asia.
Billionaire Dhanin Chearavanont’s CP Group Selling 10% Stake In Thai Mobile Carrier True
The sale comes after Arise Digital Technology Co., controlled by Dhanin’s youngest son Supachai Chearavanont, agreed in late January to acquire a 24.95% stake in mobile operator True Corp. held by Norwegian
Thai Billionaire Charoen’s Sirivadhanabhakdi’s Frasers Property Buys Part Of Singapore Mall In $310 Million Deal
Centrepoint Shopping Center is located on Orchard Road, Singapore’s main shopping district. Provided by Frasers Property Frasers Property—Controlled by Thai billionaires Charun Sirivadanapathy— Purchased part of a prime shopping mall in Singapore
Thai PM Anutin vows tougher minister vetting, citing Constitutional Court standards
This move follows royal gazetteOn February 19, the Constitutional Court issued a ruling on ethical standards and ministerial qualifications. Anutin acknowledged the ruling as a key compass that the government must consider
Thai ex-PM Thaksin eligible for release on parole on May 9, says official
Bangkok – Yutthana NakruangsriThe Deputy Commissioner and Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services confirmed the Department of Corrections’ timetable Thaksin ShinawatraAfter serving a year in prison for corruption, he was eligible
Thai PM Anutin denies 300-seat deal, says no talks until EC confirms election results
Bangkok – Tuesday, Anutdin CharnvirakulThe Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs stated in the report Pippa RatchajipakarnThe Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister confirmed that the Bhumjaithai Party has finalized an
Most voters unhappy with Thai election commission’s performance, suspect election fraud
Bangkok – A majority of voters surveyed were dissatisfied with the Electoral Commission’s (EC) handling of the February 8 general election, with many expressing concerns about electoral fraud and a lack of
Thai PM Anutin elevates anti-corruption to national agenda
He said any official who violates regulations or engages in corrupt behavior must be subject to severe administrative or disciplinary action. Taking advantage of falling CPI to push for urgent reforms Anutin
Thai PM Anutin stays tight-lipped on coalition talks, urges restraint as recount protests grow
February 12, 2026 Bangkok – Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul on Wednesday refused to discuss any options for the next coalition government, saying he wanted to see a clear, confirmed number of
Thai Stocks Rally As Prime Minister Anutin-Led Party’s Poll Victory Signal Political Stability
With 94% of votes counted, the Bhumjaithai Party is expected to lead with 192 seats in the 500-seat parliament, according to the Thailand Election Commission website.
Election pledges under the microscope as Thai parties submit 527 budget-backed policies worth trillions
The PPP submitted 36 policies (6.83%) with a total budget of 741.83 billion baht. Notable proposals include: spending 3 billion baht each time to draft a people’s constitution; large-scale projects to improve
Former Thai politician Pita returns to rally voters as People’s Party eyes 150+ seats in final push
Bangkok – The People’s Party is expected to win more than 150 seats in the 2026 Thai general election, focusing its strategy on Bangkok, the central region, the north and areas with
Thai Billionaire Dhanin’s Son Buys Telenor’s Stake In Mobile Carrier True For $3.9 Billion
True Corp has been deploying 5G networks across Thailand. Getty Arise Digital Technology Co., controlled by Supachai Chearavanont, the youngest son of Thai billionaire Dhanin Chearavanont, has agreed to acquire a 24.95%
Thai election commission teams up with Meta, Google, TikTok to police Election 2026
Bangkok – The Office of the Electoral Commission said it is taking action to increase transparency in the parliamentary elections and the referendum scheduled for February 8, 2026. The office said it
Thai democrat deputy leader warns of more accidents at mega transport projects
January 19, 2026 Bangkok – Dr Samart Ratchapolsitte, deputy leader of the Democratic Party, warned that accidents similar to the two fatal crane collapses could occur at other large transport projects being
Thai Construction Giant Rocked by Repeated Fatal Accidents
A succession of deadly tragedies has cast a shadow over the future of one of Thailand’s largest construction companies. The Ministry of Transport ordered a 15-day shutdown on Friday involving 14 projects