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A missing item in the rural soundtrack
Roger Crutchley, Published on 18/01/2026
» As usual at this time of the year I have been enjoying life in the Northeastern province of Chaiyaphum for several weeks. However on this visit there was something slightly different which I couldn't immediately put my finger on. It took a few days before realising I was not being woken up by the usual early morning chorus of roosters or chickens of any sort.
‘Mai pen rai’ paradox: from kindness to toxic silence
Published on 07/01/2026
» "Mai pen rai" (It’s okay/never mind) is perhaps the most classic Thai phrase, symbolising kindness, compromise and a go-with-the-flow attitude. It is the hallmark of Thai charm. However, in a modern world driven by consumer rights and accountability, the harmless phrase is becoming a double-edged sword. We are witnessing the rise of "Toxic kreng jai" — an excessive form of considerateness where we suppress our own rights just to avoid being labelled "demanding".
Bangkok Life Assurance shared “small but meaningful” support with 280 Care Boxes for Baan Nokkamin Foundation
Published on 29/12/2025
» Happiness means different things to different people. For some, it is wealth, career, success or love. For others, it is something far simpler—small moments that fill the heart with joy.
A landmark triumph for Thai sport
Post Reporters, Published on 18/12/2025
» It was a memorable occasion that will remain etched in Thai sporting history when His Majesty the King bestowed the SSL47 keelboat sailing gold medal on Her Majesty the Queen on the shoreline of Chon Buri province on Thursday.
Experience the future right now
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/12/2025
» In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Siam Paragon has launched "Nextopia: The Prototype For World Of Tomorrow" as Bangkok's latest future-forward (and Instagram-worthy) destination.
Interview: Leading Thailand’s Micro-SME Banking Revolution
Published on 08/12/2025
» As Thailand works to expand financial inclusion and uplift its vast network of small business owners, Thai Credit Retail Bank Plc (CREDIT) has emerged as a fast-growing force driving change at the heart of the informal economy. In this interview, Chief Executive Officer Mr Roy Agustinus Gunara explains how the Bank has carved out a distinctive position in the national banking landscape prioritising micro-SME lending, relationship-based services and a forward-looking digital transformation designed to unlock opportunities for millions of entrepreneurs traditionally excluded from mainstream finance.
Cyclists aim to deliver haul of six golds
Sports, Hanif Hassan, Published on 08/12/2025
» Thailand's cycling federation has set an ambitious target of grabbing at least six gold medals at the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, with confidence high across track, road, mountain bike and BMX disciplines.
Time travel with timeless Thai tunes at 'Songstory Concert'
Life, Published on 08/12/2025
» Music lovers can travel back in time and rediscover the beauty of iconic Thai contemporary music during "Songstory Concert: The First Chapter", which will take place in the Main Hall of Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, on Dec 21 at 2pm.
Bangkok Post Editor answers Redditors
Published on 02/12/2025
» Bangkok Post Editor Soonruth Bunyamanee joins an AMA (Ask me anything) session on www.reddit.com/r/Thailand which he was asked questions about press freedom, journalism ethics, and the challenges facing the media in Thailand, as well as the future of traditional media in the digital era.
Siam Paragon introduces NEXTOPIA to the world
Published on 28/11/2025
» Siam Paragon, one of the world’s most visited destinations, continues to hold its place as a top-of-mind landmark, consistently delivering experiences that go beyond expectations. Over the past two decades, the iconic retail hub has pioneered new destination concepts and set remarkable industry benchmarks. Its latest milestone is the launch of NEXTOPIA: Prototype for the World of Tomorrow — an unprecedented future-focused realm created in collaboration with leading innovation partners, business alliances, communities, and the Friends of NEXTOPIA network. Designed to welcome everyone to “Join us in the Making of a Better World,” NEXTOPIA aims to enhance quality of life and meaningful happiness in every dimension. This achievement reinforces the success of Siam Piwat’s global destination development strategy and clearly demonstrates Thailand’s creative capabilities on the world stage.