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Grace in mourning
Oped, Postbag, Published on 30/10/2025
» Re: "Tributes continue to pour in for late Queen", (BP, Oct 28).
Top destinations to visit in Thailand this October
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 23/09/2025
» October marks the transition between Thailand’s rainy and cool seasons, offering travellers a unique blend of lush landscapes and vibrant cultural festivals. From mystical fireballs on the Mekong to serene mountain escapes, this month is one of the most enchanting times to explore the country.
Too caring; he asked for it; crazy buffalo; polite thief
News, Mae Moo, Published on 07/09/2025
» A Khon Kaen man killed his mother after she tried to make him take antidepressant medication, police said.
A drag journey
Life, Published on 04/08/2025
» Still in full glam after a pink carpet event in Los Angeles, RuPaul's Drag Race's Sarawut Chuchote's first words on the red carpet were of gratitude.
Honours fit for a King at milestone age
News, Published on 28/07/2025
» The year 2025 marks the occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua reaching 26,469 days of age on Jan 14 -- a symbolic milestone that matches the lifespan of King Rama I, the founding monarch of the Chakri Dynasty, at the time of his death.
Japan temple's foreigner-only entrance fees spark debate, criticism
Published on 18/07/2025
» A temple in southwestern Japan is drawing controversy and criticism for its recent decision to charge admission only to foreign tourists, at a time when issues related to people from abroad are gaining attention in the national election.
The commodification of the Sak Yant Thai tattoo
Published on 04/07/2025
» Rooted in religious sanction, the “Sak Yant” form of traditional tattoo has been a pivotal part of Thai culture for generations. The tattoo is believed to act as a form of spiritual shield for different purposes depending on the design. A large majority of yants serve the purpose of protection against dangers and harm, while others range from gaining popularity, wealth, luck, and more.
Student kicked unconscious, family awaits justice
Online Reporters, Published on 25/06/2025
» UBON RATCHATHANI - Educational authorities have begun an investigation after a viral video showed a student being kicked unconscious at Buddha Metta Wittaya School, with the victim’s family claiming they have received no apology or compensation nearly a month later.
Taliban change tune towards Afghan heritage sites
AFP, Published on 22/04/2025
» GOWARJAN, Afghanistan - In March 2001, the Taliban shocked the world by dynamiting the giant Buddhas of Bamiyan. Two decades later, they are back in power and claim to be making strides to preserve Afghanistan's millennia-old heritage, including pre-Islamic relics.
Policeman saves woman from swarm of attacking bees at famous temple
Published on 14/04/2025
» NAKHON PHANOM: A policeman bravely saved a woman who was attacked by a swarm of bees at a famous Buddhist temple in this northeastern province on Sunday.