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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.
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.
Shared faith key to boost Jakarta ties
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/05/2025
» YOGYAKARTA: Indonesia is seeking to strengthen bilateral ties with Thailand through cooperation in sustainable tourism and their shared Buddhist heritage, as the two nations look to spiritual and cultural diplomacy to uplift local communities and protect sacred sites.
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.
South Korea struggles to contain deadly wildfires
AFP, Published on 25/03/2025
» UISEONG, South Korea - Deadly wildfires in South Korea worsened overnight, officials said on Tuesday, as dry, windy weather hampers efforts to contain one of the country’s worst-ever fire outbreaks.
From atheist to faith
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 19/03/2025
» Kornpat Kotchabhakdi used to be an atheist who refused to go to a temple with his parents who are Buddhists. When he became a lifestyle editor of a magazine, he became frustrated due to personal and work issues. To reduce pressure, he tried meditation and to do so properly, Kornpat sought advice from monks who led him to take an interest in amulets and Buddhism.
Lunar New Year festivities
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 23/01/2025
» According to the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Snake -- which will begin on Jan 29 -- represents wisdom, transformation and renewal. This is a good sign after the challenges we've encountered in recent years. But before we start anew, let's have some fun with at shopping malls before going on with our lives in a wise way.
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with ONESIAM
Published on 21/01/2025
» To usher in a prosperous new year, ONESIAM is launching a world-class Chinese New Year mega-celebration, uniting the strengths of six global destinations in the heart of Bangkok – Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, the iconic landmark along the Chao Phraya River, ICS, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, Thailand’s only world-class luxury outlet mall – as well as the ONESIAM SuperApp. Themed “A Prosperous Chinese New Year 2025,” the grand celebration will run from now to February 2 and will feature not only various luck-boosting and auspicious events and activities but also a full array of experiences, from spiritual to shopping and leisure.
Artistic, with insects
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/12/2024
» When Thanapat Termsintawee was a third-year student at the School of Fine and Applied Arts, Bangkok University, he conducted a thesis which compared human society to ant colonies. Working on the thesis led him to keep ants and develop a familiarity with the insects.
Ayutthaya after dark
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 28/11/2024
» When the sky is bathed in the glow of twilight, illumination displays will spotlight five historical sites to bring the ancient capital of Ayutthaya back to life as part of Ayutthaya Sundown 2024, which runs until Feb 16. This schedule gives visitors ample free time for weekend sightseeing excursions between 6pm and 9pm.