Miscellany

Mutant Mosquitoes A Growing Threat In Asia

New research warns that mosquitoes that transmit viruses such as dengue in parts of Asia have evolved and grown resistant to insecticides. Experts warn new methods to control them are urgently needed. Insecticide-resistant mosquitoes have been a known problem for years, but studies are now showing the scope is much larger than previously understood. Fogging-infested areas may no longer be enough to control the spread…

Queen Elizabeth II Of England Dies At Age 96

Queen Elizabeth II of England died Thursday at the age of 96. The British monarch died at Balmoral Castle, her summer residence in Scotland. The Queen’s health, who had long been experiencing “mobility problems”, had worsened since Tuesday when she received Boris Johnson, who presented his resignation as Prime Minister, and his successor, Liz Truss,…

Best Things To Do In Buriram, Thailand

As an immediate disclaimer, Buriram (which literally means City of Happiness) is both the name of the city and the province that lies in the northern Khmer region or the northeastern part of Thailand. It is near the Cambodian border, especially at its southeastern part, which kisses the border of Oddar Moncheay, Cambodia. To avoid…

5,633 New Covid Cases, 45 More Deaths

Youngsters form a human train as they are led by their teacher to class on the first day of term at Banbangkapi School in Bang Kapi district, Bangkok, on Tuesday. Schools opening around the country have implemented strict health measures including the mandatory wearing of face masks. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb) The country registered 45 more…

Daily Covid Cases, Deaths Plummet, Govt Says Tuesday

A boy is vaccinated against Covid-19 in Nonthaburi province early this month. (Photo: Nutthawat Wicheanbut) New Covid-19 cases declined for the fifth consecutive day, the government announced on Tuesday morning. The daily caseload of 3,893 – down 1,345 from the day before – was the lowest since Jan 4th, before the Omicron wave of the…

Fewest Daily Covid Cases Since Jan 6 Announced Sunday

Visitors wearing face masks as protection against the coronavirus outbreak visit the 14th century Wat Mahathat complex in the ancient capital of Ayutthaya on Friday. (AFP photo) The country registered 6,094 more Covid-19 cases – the fewest since Jan 6 – and 51 new fatalities during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced…

COVID-19 – May 14: Thailand Reports 6,736 New Coronavirus Cases, 9,213 Recoveries, 54 Deaths

Graphic: ASEAN NOW Thailand on Saturday (May 14) reported 6,736 new COVID-19 cases, 9,213 recoveries and 54 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Saturday’s cases bring the total number of COVID-19 infections in Thailand to 4,361,016 with 29,367 deaths. (Source: – Asean Now)

Remember Thailand’s Alcohol Sales Ban Tomorrow!

As is custom for several of Thailand’s religious holidays, alcohol sales will be prohibited across the country tomorrow (Sunday) for Visakha Bucha Day. The day, the most significant in the Buddhist calendar, commemorates 3 defining events in the life of the Lord Buddha. These include his birth, attaining enlightenment at 35 years old, and then his…

Four-Day Holiday With Two Official Events To Be Observed In Thailand, Starting From Friday, Alcohol Sales Ban On Sunday

The four-day holiday on the occasion of two official events in Thailand is held with the Royal Ploughing Ceremony on Friday the 13th and the Vasakha Bucha public holiday on Monday the 16th. The Royal Ploughing Ceremony is usually observed around May. The date is annually determined by astrological observations and this year is set on the…

COVID-19 – May 13: Thailand Reports 7,779 New Coronavirus Cases, 9,286 Recoveries, 56 Deaths

Graphic: ASEAN NOW Thailand on Friday (May 13) reported 7,779 new COVID-19 cases, 9,286 recoveries and 56 additional deaths over the past 24 hours. Friday’s cases bring the total number of COVID-19 infections in Thailand to 4,361,016 with 29,367 deaths. (Source: – Asean Now)

Pressure Mounts on Dejphon Chansiri at Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday Crisis: EFL Charges Chansiri

Sheffield Wednesday Owner Dejphon Chansiri Faces Mounting Criticism in UK Parliament and Among Fans

Thieves Target Cinerary Urns at Buriram Temples, Stealing Money Meant for the Afterlife

Shirley Roy Reappointed as Indian Embassy Representative for Northeast India in Thailand

Exploring Buriram’s Nightlife: A Guide to the Best Evening Experiences

Thai Constitutional Court Ousts Prime Minister Srettha in Major Political Shake-Up

Two Pickup Trucks Collide In Fatal Crash In Buriram

Man Found Dead In Khon Kaen, Police Chase Killer

Road Safety Concerns Rise As Upcountry Travel Surges For Songkran