
Accident jolts opponent of drink-driving

A prominent crusader against drinking and driving has been injured after his vehicle was hit from behind by a car driven by a man suspected of being under the influence of alcohol.
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Forced purchases :Tour guide faces prosecution

The Tourism Ministry will prosecute a guide for forcing visitors from China to purchase optional tours and unauthorised use of the Tourism Authority of Thailand logo.
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Caught in the heat of the day

Take a moment to think about the hapless souls forced to work outdoors in the searing heat. In the current scorching weather, those who haven't already wilted agree it's enough to make them lose their cool.
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18 soldiers injured in attacks in South

Insurgents ambushed military vehicles, injuring 18 soldiers in gunfights and roadside bombings in a series of co-ordinated attacks yesterday at locations across Sungai Padi district.
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HM the King's compositions a big hit in Tokyo

A performance of His Majesty the King's compositions in Tokyo by the Bangkok Symphony Orchestra received a rapturous response in Tokyo over the weekend.
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HIV MEDICINE

Doubts over Abbott's latest Aids drug claim

MSF says new anti-HIV drug Aluvia unlikely be available in Thailand
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Sudan largely at peace, govt claims

Leaders of embattled Sudan say potential Thai investors should not to believe western media reports about the country - but, visit the country to witness what is really happening there.
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Vietnam 'facing many challenges'

In spite of its rapid economic growth, Vietnam desperately needs administrative and educational reforms, an international conference has heard.
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10 defendants fail to show up in land case

Criminal Court judges presiding over the trial of the Kapong land encroachment scandal in Phang Nga province yesterday permitted a pre-trial examination of the first five prosecution witnesses after only one of the 11 defendants showed up at yesterday's preliminary session.
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Film-lovers to fight govt

A group of film-lovers has founded the Free Thai Cinema Movement to campaign against the Film Act BE 2473.
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Paper plea

An Education Ministry body wants textbooks printed on a new and more expensive matt paper that makes them easier to read through reduced glare and less strain on the eyes.
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