Thailand

Thai Chemical Factory Explosion Forces Thousands To Evacuate

The blast on the outskirts of Bangkok could be heard for miles around, sparking fears of poisonous fumes and the possibility of additional denotations.
By DAVID RISING, AP

11-Year-Old Pianist Wears Alligator Costume To Perform For Lemurs

Seenlada Supat performs weekly concerts at a Thailand zoo to keep the animals company while visitation is low because of COVID-19 outbreaks.
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Thai Pro-Democracy Protesters Rally Outside Army Base

The protesters believe that the army undermines democracy in Thailand, and that King Maha Vajiralongkorn wields too much power.
By Grant Peck, AP

Thai Authorities Seek To Censor Coverage Of Student Protests

Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha's government has outlawed news said to affect national security amid mass protests.
By AP

15 Amazing Photos You Missed This Week

Protests in Thailand, a moonrise in New York City and a Supreme Court nominee round out this week's best images.
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School In Thailand Uses Plastic Pens To Separate Children During Pandemic

The school in Bangkok reopened in July with various social distancing measures in place.
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Twitter Users Get A Kick Out Of How Trump Mispronounced Thailand

The president referred to the Asian country as "Thighland" before correcting himself.
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Tigers Seen In Region Of Western Thailand For First Time In Years

“These sightings are extremely encouraging for the future of tigers in our country and beyond,” a Thai official said.
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These Newborns Are Getting Baby-Sized Face Shields To Protect Them From COVID-19

Infants born in hospitals in Thailand during the coronavirus pandemic are being outfitted with tiny plastic visors.
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Thai Soldier Shot Dead After Killing 21 People In Mall Rampage

Gunman killed his commanding officer then launched attack on shoppers, officials said.
By AP