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If you walk into a corporate office in Bangkok, you may find yourself greeting an executive named Boss. At a hospital, you might be treated by a doctor called Gift. You may even see celebrities named as Off or Gun. To outsiders unfamiliar with Thai culture, these names may sound like jokes or mistranslations. In Thailand, however, they are neither. Keep updated, follow The Business Standard’s Google news channel They are part of a long-standing cultural practice known as Chue Len, or play names, somewhat similar to Bengali tradition of nicknames. Unlike many societies where nicknames are informal or reserved…
BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s new government officially took office on Tuesday, almost four months after the country’s general election, as new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin led the 34 members of his …
BANGKOK – Thailand were runners-up at the SEA Games football competition for the past two editions and on Dec 18, they were determined to claim the gold on home soil against Vietnam.But it was not to be their day as they eventually fell to a 3-2 extra-time defeat in the final at the Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok after leading 2-0.The winners were thrilled with the manner of their victory, with the Vietnam Football Federation posting a video of the team’s celebrations on its Facebook page with a caption that loosely translates to: “Vietnam staged a spectacular comeback, bringing joy…
New Delhi: Goa Police on Tuesday formally arrested brothers Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra at the Immigration Control of New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after they were deported from Thailand. A special team of the Goa Police was present at the airport to take custody of the accused, who own the Goa nightclub Birch by Romeo Lane, where 25 people were killed in a fire on December 6. The brothers had fled to Phuket the morning after the incident. Following India’s request to suspend their passports, Thai authorities detained them at a resort in Phuket and deported them to India…
British tourists have been urged to steer clear of a major Thai holiday destination following a fresh outbreak of deadly violence along the Thailand-Cambodia border. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has issued an urgent advisory warning travellers to avoid areas affected by ongoing attacks, as the conflict continues to escalate. Authorities have specifically advised against travel within 50km of Thailand’s border with Cambodia, with the exception of only a few islands, including Koh Chang and Koh Kood, where the FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel. The latest advisory, which was updated last Friday, comes…
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas speaks to the media in Bangkok on December 15 about economic measures aimed at sustaining growth during Thailand’s political transition. PATTAYA, Thailand – Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said the caretaker government remains committed to stabilizing Thailand’s economy during the period following the dissolution of parliament, expressing hope that economic growth in 2025 will reach at least 2 percent. Speaking on December 15, Ekniti said the government continues to push ahead with its “Quick Big Win” policy framework, built on five key pillars and one grassroots foundation, which he…
With glowing reviews and a growing client base, Forrest Thai Massage has become a go-to destination for those seeking authentic healing therapies in Greater Sudbury. When you take a look at Forrest Thai Massage’s Google reviews, the same sentiments appear over and over again— “amazing,” “incredible,” “best massage I’ve ever had.” Clients have also voted the spa a winner in the Massage Therapists category of the Sudbury.com Reader Favourite Awards in 2023, 2024, and now 2025. Owner Pennapa Kitpanich opened her spa in January 2020— not exactly an easy time to start a business, when the pandemic hit two months…
Asia Thai activists sue government agencies for allegedly using Pegasus spyware against them BANGKOK (AP) — Two prominent Thai activists filed a lawsuit on Tuesday accusing the government of using the …
By Xuan Binh  December 15, 2025 | 04:58 pm PT Nguyen Khanh Linh, a 19-year-old Vietnamese runner, has made headlines in Thailand, winning not just a silver medal at the 33rd SEA Games but also the hearts of local fans with her charm. Dubbed the “athletics angel” by Thai media, Linh captivated the public with her radiant vibe both on and off the track. According to Kapook, she quickly went viral on social media following her race, with posts about her beauty and talent attracting thousands of views and interactions.”An online phenomenon. A Vietnamese runner, an ‘athletics angel’, so beautiful…
Last Updated:December 20, 2025, 17:57 ISTThe latest round of widespread fighting began on December 8, a day after a border skirmish wounded two Thai soldiers.Thailand-Cambodia conflictTensions along the Thailand–Cambodia border escalated on Saturday after Thai forces struck several civilian locations, including schools, in fresh clashes. According to Cambodian authorities, Thai forces fired heavy artillery and deployed F-16 fighter jets to carry out bombing missions in border areas.Cambodia accused Thailand of continued armed aggression targeting civilian infrastructure. It said that the Thai military destroyed the O’Chik bridge, located along the border between Siem Reap province and Oddar Meanchey province, on Friday…