February 22nd, 2007 by admin
High risk of civil war in southern ThailandBANGKOK: — Violence is rising in southern Thailand in what seems to be turning into an all-out civil war. Islamic extremists, who continue their attacks against the Buddhist population, now have set their eyes on the industrial infrastructure. The killing of Muslims is also increasing. Meanwhile the ruling [...]
February 17th, 2007 by admin
BANGKOK, Thailand — A young actress’ skimpy dress has sparked a national outcry in Thailand, fueling debate in opinion pages and chat rooms and earning her a public reprimand.
The black dress in question was long, body-hugging and split from Chotiros Suriyawong’s cleavage to her hip by a 3-inch wide slit held together by thin strips [...]
February 17th, 2007 by admin
Airlines threaten to boycott ThailandBANGKOK: — International airlines have threatened to stop flights into Thailand if they are forced to move from the new international Suvarnabhumi gateway back to the old Don Muang airport.
Board of Airline Representatives president Brian Sinclair-Thompson, speaking for more than 60 carriers, said last night:
“Some members are going to review their [...]
February 15th, 2007 by admin
Thailand struggles to save rare dugong
by Charlotte McDonald-Gibson1 hour, 27 minutes ago
Gathered by their boats chatting about dugong, a rare marine mammal found in the waters off Thailand, fishermen in southern Trang province get a faraway look in their eyes, then lick their lips.
“Delicious!” declares one fisherman, slapping his thigh and grinning.
“Better than beef,” [...]
February 13th, 2007 by admin
Thailand threatens to produce more copycat drugs
By Nopporn Wong-Anan Mon Feb 12, 7:03 AM ET
Thailand, which has upset big drug companies by issuing patent-overriding licenses for generic versions of heart and HIV/AIDS pills, said on Monday it would issue more unless the firms cut prices.
Health Minister Mongkol na Songkhla told Reuters [...]
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