Thailand: '10,' join biggest protest since military coup Image: More than 40 brothels suspected of stealing groundwater were raided Experts warn parts of Bangkok will be underwater by because of rising sea levels and groundwater draining into the capital's swampy soil.
The practice of draining groundwater began when the city went through a period of intense development several decades ago. In recent years, attempts to regulate groundwater usage has dramatically slowed Bangkok's sinking rate. At its peak, the capital was sinking at about 10cm a year in the late s. Image: Experts warn parts of Bangkok will be underwater by Prostitution is technically illegal in Thailand, however it is widely tolerated and openly practiced.
Brothels are common in many parts of Bangkok - and no attempts are made to cover up their dealings. Bribes and loopholes keep the industry afloat, with police largely turning a blind eye. They do step in if underage women or trafficked sex workers are suspected of working in brothels.
It is not uncommon for officials to be implicated in prostitution scandals, but they rarely face prosecution. More stories.
