BANGKOK: A Thai woman believed to be among the worst serial killers in the kingdom’s history was convicted and sentenced to death Wednesday (Nov 20) for poisoning a friend with cyanide, in the first of her 14 murder trials. Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn, 36, an online gambling addict, is accused of swindling thousands of dollars from her … Read more
A SUSPECTED serial killer has been sentenced to death for poisoning her pal on holiday as she continues to face a string of murder charges. Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn, 36, has been dubbed “Ms Cyanide” after she was accused of giving 14 of her friends the lethal chemical because she allegedly owed them money. 5 Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn has … Read more
On September 24, Thailand celebrated the landmark passage of a marriage equality bill. The legislation, which goes into effect in January 2025, will solidify Thailand’s reputation as a progressive and inclusive destination. Wedding organisers and planners around the globe are already taking note, including Next Chapter LGBT, which has been helping Hong Kong LGBTQ couples … Read more
Thailand’s same-sex marriage legislation, scheduled to come into effect in January 2025, could attract an additional 4 million tourists to the country per year, according to a report commissioned by the travel company Agoda. The report published Thursday estimates the country’s marriage equality law may increase tourism arrivals by 10%, netting the country an extra … Read more
On the bustling streets of Bangkok, TikTok Shop’s Singles’ Day shopping campaign is hard to miss, as large LED screens flash promotions in endless loops. Promotions have been infiltrating people’s lives in other ways, as well. On the ride-hailing app Grab, TikTok Shop’s Double 11 logo appears prominently on the map interface. A promotional blitz … Read more
Israeli intelligence and security agencies on Tuesday called on the country’s citizens staying or visiting Thailand to increase vigilance and pay attention to updates following “recent information” and in light of the growing fear of harm to Israelis and Jews throughout Thailand. “For the past several months, a number of events have been taking place … Read more
WHEN we packed up our lives in the UK for a new adventure in Thailand, we headed straight for the island paradise of Koh Samui with its endless white sands and captivating coastal charm. But as the initial excitement faded, we found ourselves restless. 4 The sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple is a … Read more
BRITISH Airways has relaunched flights to Bangkok following a four-year hiatus. The flag carrier launched flights between London Gatwick Airport and Bangkok earlier this week. 5 British Airways has relaunched flights to Bangkok following a four-year hiatusCredit: Getty 5 Wat Arun is a temple and one of the city’s most well-known landmarksCredit: Getty 5 Bangkok … Read more
A Thai cook who became the first Bangkok street-food vendor to earn a coveted Michelin star has said she plans to retire, possibly as early as next year. Tourists from around the world wait in three-hour queues to sample Jay Fai’s legendary crabmeat omelette – always sizzled up by the owner herself over blazing coals, … Read more
Bangkok — Thousands of well-wishers lined the banks of Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River Sunday to watch King Maha Vajiralongkorn ride a glittering royal barge procession to mark his 72nd birthday. A flotilla of 52 ornately decorated boats, paddled by more than 2,000 oarsmen decked out in scarlet and gold, carried the king and Queen Suthida … Read more
