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How much do Thai monks earn per month?
Gary Boyle, Published on 17/07/2025
» Buddhist monks in Thailand receive monthly food allowances which vary according to their rank, reflecting a centuries-old tradition that continues today.
How much do Thai monks earn per month?
Online Reporters, Published on 16/07/2025
» Buddhist monks in Thailand receive monthly food allowances called "Nittayapat" (นิตยภัต), with amounts varying according to their ecclesiastical rank, reflecting a centuries-old tradition of royal patronage that continues under government administration today.
Water monitor breeding now permitted in Thailand
Online Reporters, Published on 04/07/2025
» The Asian water monitor can now be bred in captivity for commercial purposes, according to a new declaration in the Royal Gazette.
Police probe temple funds as abbot flees
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 03/07/2025
» Police are tracking the financial transactions of Wat Tritossathep to determine the connections between the Bangkok temple's former abbot and a woman he knew.
Sarana declares B254m in latest NACC asset report
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/07/2025
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) released its latest asset declaration report for top government officials and their spouses yesterday, with Dr Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck, chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and his wife having combined assets of 254 million baht.
Pick of the opposition?
Published on 14/06/2025
» A fresh round of party hopping has begun, with the Klatham Party on the prowl for defectors and the People's Party (PP) claiming to be a primary target.
Thailand commits to decent work for all
Published on 11/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 10, 2025 – Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has reinforced Thailand's commitment to creating decent work opportunities and ensuring social justice for all workers during his address to the 113th International Labour Conference in Geneva.
Family to receive victim's remains
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 09/06/2025
» The body of Nattapong Pinta, one of the last three Thai workers killed in the Hamas attack in Israel, will be repatriated soon, says the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
New SSO board backs more dental, kidney care
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 08/06/2025
» The newly appointed medical board of the Social Security Office (SSO) has approved expanded dental and kidney care, is eyeing a lung cancer vaccine, and pledged preventive measures to better match universal healthcare coverage.
Carasti anticipates growth in car leasing
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/06/2025
» Changes in Thai drivers' behaviour in a sluggish automotive market offer business opportunities for car subscription service provider Carasti, which is encouraging people to lease cars for short-term use as part of a daily routine.