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MONGKOL BOREY, Cambodia — Heavy combat between Thailand and Cambodia entered a second week on Monday, with Phnom Penh claiming that Thai bombing is hitting deeper into its territory, coming close to shelters for people who had already fled dangerous areas along the border.According to Cambodia’s defense and information ministries, shortly after 10 a.m. local time on Monday, Thai F-16 fighter jets dropped two bombs near camps for displaced people in the Chong Kal district in the Oddar Meanchey province and the Srei Snam district in the Siem Reap province.The bombing in Srei Snam, located more than 70 kilometers (43…
The Bangkok Post reported on Saturday December 13, that Thailand’s Tourism and Sports Ministry is now pressing ahead with plans to roll out two tourism stimulus initiatives. This could happen despite the dissolution of the House of Representatives on Friday and the resignation of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul‘s government. While the Ministry of tourism estimates that policy momentum remains intact, tourism operators say their immediate priorities lie elsewhere than another financial stimulus package. Professionals look at quick rebuilding of flood-hit destinations and at ensuring stability along the Thai-Cambodian border. However, tourism and Sports Minister Artthakorn Sirilatthayakorn said the ministry continues…
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When you grab takeout from your favorite Thai restaurant, the bag may come with some wooden chopsticks tucked inside, no matter what you’ve ordered. This might lead you to think that most Thai dishes are commonly eaten with chopsticks, but according to Adipong “Boyd” Anantawut, manager of SaiTong Thai in New York City, that’s a widespread misconception. In an exclusive interview, the expert explained which utensils typically belong with which traditional Thai dishes.”In Thailand, most dishes are traditionally enjoyed with a spoon and fork, while chopsticks are used only for specific noodle dishes,” Anantawut said. The manager named noodle soups,…
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BANGKOK — Thailand will hold an early election on Feb. 8, the country’s election regulator said Monday, days after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved the country’s parliament. Anutin, who has been in office for only three months and is seeking another term, disbanded the legislature after the main opposition party prepared to call for a no-confidence vote over an issue of constitutional change.The election is likely to pit Anutin’s Bhumjaithai party, which runs on a conservative platform, against the progressive People’s Party that held the largest number of seats in the House of Representatives after the 2023 general elections. Another…
Moose Jaw’s own Cameron Billy has brought home gold after an impressive performance at the WBC Canadian Amateur Cruiserweight title at the World Cup tournament, held in Alberta on November 29. Representing Control Jiu Jitsu, Billy defeated Sean Newberry in a five-round bout to claim the championship title in one of North America’s premier Muay Thai events. “It feels good, man,” Billy said. “Hard work, so it’s good.” The road to victory wasn’t easy. Billy dedicated eight weeks to an intense fight camp, training rigorously before traveling to Alberta with his parents and coach, Alex Dally. “We got a hotel,…
BANGKOK/PHNOM PENH – Thailand’s military said on Dec 15 that it has stopped fuel shipments passing through a border checkpoint with Laos because of fears they were being diverted to Cambodia, with which it is engaged in a fierce border conflict. The Thai and Cambodian militaries are clashing at multiple locations along their 817km land border, both sides said, with no signs of the fighting abating despite international efforts to negotiate a ceasefire, including calls by US President Donald Trump.A special meeting of South-east Asian foreign ministers – where top diplomats from both sides could have met – that was…
Passengers check in at Bangkok’s central bus station ahead of the New Year holiday, taking advantage of Bor Kor Sor’s travel discounts and safety services. PATTAYA, Thailand – The Transport Company Limited (Bor Kor Sor, BKS) has announced a New Year promotion allowing passengers to travel early and return later with a 20% discount, part of the Ministry of Transport’s “H.N.Y 2569 – Happiness of All” campaign. The initiative aims to make travel safer, more convenient, and more affordable during the peak holiday season.Under the promotion, passengers booking online through the BKS E-ticket website, Facebook, or Line can take advantage…
Softer factory output and tourist arrivals slowed Thailand’s economy more than expected in the third quarter, with more weakness projected at the end of this year and into next. (Nov 17): Softer factory output and tourist arrivals slowed Thailand’s economy more than expected in the third quarter, with more weakness projected at the end of this year and into next. Gross domestic product in the three months through September shrank 0.6% from the previous quarter, the National Economic and Social Development Council said Monday (Nov 17). That’s lower than expectations for a 0.3% contraction in a Bloomberg News survey. It’s…