Somkid takes an early lead in race to become prime minister
Six factions in the Thai Rak Thai Party yesterday decided to push for Somkid Jatusripitak as the next prime minister, to free the party from the overbearing influence of the current party leader Thaksin Shinawatra.
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Ancient stone found in Roi Et
The Fine Arts Department has discovered an ancient stone inscription in Roi Et province that hints at the past glory of an area that is today known for its barrenness.
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TRT urged to name new premier ahead of by-election
A Democrat Party deputy leader called on Friday on the Thai Rak Thai Party to name its candidate for prime minister within the next few days for the benefit of voters in the April 23 by-elections.
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Public bus fares hiked after Songkran Day
Public bus fares will be hiked by Bt1 after the Songkran festival, in line with increases for minibus and private bus services, which increased earlier this year.
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Klong Toei director removed following leftlet controversy
The director of Klong Toei district has been removed from his post after arresting 20 students arrested for handing out leaflets urging people to vote.
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Boulder crashes in on monks
A powerful explosion yesterday jolted a group of monks gathered at a temple pavilion but the gigantic boulder that rolled down from the nearby quarry had them running in all directions.
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