Thailand plans to erect security fencing to close off illegal waterway crossings along the border with Malaysia, to combat smuggling and other border crime between Narathiwat in Thailand and Kelantan in Malaysia.

BURI RAM - A local chemical fertiliser trader has complained he is running out of stock and blames it on the war in the Middle East, but the Ministry of Commerce says Thailand has a five-month supply on hand.

The wild elephant Seedor Hupab choked to death on his food while being relocated and did not die from a sedative overdose or negligence by veterinary staff as speculated, the fact‑finding committee reported on Monday.

LOS ANGELES - Pop superstar Rihanna's Los Angeles home was hit by bullets on Sunday when a woman fired shots at the property while the singer was reportedly inside, according to US media.

Bhumjaithai is considering changes involving three ministries, along with a one-stop-service bill to attract more investors to Thailand, an informed party source said on Monday.  

China has signalled strong optimism for finalising negotiations with neighbouring Asian countries to seal a new institutional framework on contested South China Sea waterways.

SURAT THANI - Twelve small earthquakes were recorded in tambon Khoa Phang in Ban Ta Khun district of Surat Thani on Sunday and into Monday morning, with no reports of damage or injury.

Google has officially rolled out a new warning system on the Play Store to alert users about Android applications that consume excessive battery power, following a policy shift aimed at improving device efficiency.

The Japanese government is moving to abolish with the need for most foreign tourists to meet face-to-face with immigration officers to enter the country as it seeks to streamline entry procedures amid the inbound tourism surge.

PARIS (FRANCE) - AFP Sport looks ahead to Tuesday's Champions League last-16, first-leg clashes, as Liverpool go to Istanbul for the second time this season and Newcastle United prepare to host Barcelona again: