Chiang Mai Floods
29 September 2011 I walked down to the Riverside and Downtown area of Chiang Mai today to see for myself what the latest flood situation is in the …
2011 News
Thailand’s First Female Prime Minister: Yingluck Shinawatra
August 2011 The Thai parliament has elected Yingluck Shinawatra as prime minister. After leading the Pheu Thai party to a resounding election success, …
UN Orders Thai and Cambodian Troops to Withdraw
July 2011 The United Nation’s highest court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), has ordered Thailand and Cambodia to withdraw troops from …
Will Thailand Ban Buddhist Tattoos?
June 2011 Thailand’s Ministry of Culture has voiced concerns about the number of overseas visitors who are being tattooed in Thailand with …
Chiang Mai Deaths Remain Unresolved
March 2011 Over the last few months, at least six people have died in unexplained circumstances in the city of Chiang Mai. Thai authorities are still …
Thai and Cambodian Troops Clash Near Preah Vihear Temple
February 2011 Thai and Cambodian forces have exchanged artillery and mortar rounds this afternoon as tension was raised once more along the disputed …
New Campaign for Motorcycle Helmets to be Worn
January 2011 Thailand’s government has today approved a proposal aimed at getting all motorcyclists to wear crash helmets. Although there is an …