Nok Air discontinues only route to Mae Hong Son
Nok Air discontinued the only direct flights to Mae Hong Son.
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Police promise straightforward investigation into death of a Thai Internet idol
Bangkok police have assured the public that they will investigate the shooting death of a well-known Thai Internet idol and her boyfriend in a straightforward and fair manner, without outside interference. Internet star and boyfriend found dead inside Bangkok condo The woman, 20-year-old Supitcha, aka “Gigi”, and her boyfriend, a second-year army cadet at the […]
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Changan Automobile to Invest 9.8 Billion Baht in EV Production Base in Thailand
BANGKOK, April 20 (TNA) – Changan Automobile, Chinese leader automaker announced to invest 9.8 billion baht to establish an electric vehicle production base in Thailand, its first biggest investment outside China, said Narit Therdsteerasukdi, secretary-general of Thailand’s Board of Investment. 32nd Thailand International Motor EXPO 2015 kicks off today The company will apply for the […]
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Thailand Delays Controversial 300 Baht Tourism Fee for Several Months
The 300-baht tourism fee that has been postponed from June to September is facing criticism from Thai tourism operators regarding its clarity. Thailand plans to introduce 300 baht tourist fee from June The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has postponed the imposition of the levy on foreign arrivals by air, reasoning that airlines cannot differentiate […]
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Government says household electricity charges will be eased
The government has offered an assurance that the electricity charge for households for May through August will be 4.77 baht per unit, instead of the 5.24 baht for the January-April period, according to Government Spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri. Electricity price may increase to ฿5/unit in September-December Responding to complaints from householders about the sharp increases in […]
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Giant Panda Lin Hui Dies at Chiang Mai Zoo
CHIANG MAI, April 19 (TNA) – The 21-year-old giant panda Lin Hui died at Chiang Mai Zoo on Wednesday morning. Giant panda Lin Hui pregnant, says Chiang Mai Zoo Lin Hui had unusual symptoms with bleeding from the nose on Tuesday and was under medical care. The zoo officials had consulted Chinese experts to help […]
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American Tourist Drowns at the Viking Cave in Krabi
The Koh Phi Phi Police told our sister publication The Phuket Express that they were notified of the incident on Tuesday (April 18th) when a 51-year-old American man drowned in front of the Viking Cave at a coral diving area near Phi Phi Lay in the Ao Nang sub-district, Mueang Krabi district. Search on for […]
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Similan Island to Temporarily Close for Monsoon Season
BANGKOK (NNT) – Tourism authorities are inviting travelers to Similan Island before its pristine tourism spots are closed for the monsoon season. Similan, Surin, Lanta parks to close for regeneration Similan Island, located in Phang Nga Province, is a popular tourist destination known for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters and spectacular coral reefs. The island […]
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