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Thaksin promises to return to home province 'every year'
Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 16/03/2024
» Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra said he will return to his home province of Chiang Mai every year, especially during Songkran, to pay respects to his ancestors.
Thaksin: ‘Happiness is at home’
Online Reporters, Published on 15/03/2024
» Thaksin Shinawatra said on Friday that he was happy to reunite with his family, in what was his first public comment since being released on parole last month.
Chiang Mai calling for Thaksin
Online Reporters, Published on 12/03/2024
» From the enthusiasm of Pheu Thai politicians to the atmosphere around sites associated with Shinawatra family ancestors, all signs point to high anticipation for Thaksin Shinawatra’s first visit to his home province of Chiang Mai in almost two decades.
Thaksin wants to visit hometown Chiang Mai, but not yet
Post Reporters, Published on 05/03/2024
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, now staying at his Bangkok home after being released on parole, wants to visit his hometown, Chiang Mai, but no travel plans have been made yet, according to his youngest daughter Paetongtarn.
Dragons and blessings at lucky temple
News, Published on 10/02/2024
» The Year of the Dragon begins on Saturday, the start of the Lunar New Year, which is especially meaningful for Thais with Chinese ancestry.
Dept ties incense to PM2.5 spike
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/02/2024
» The Pollution Control Department (PCD) is urging the public to refrain from burning paper offerings and incense during the Chinese New Year in an effort to keep the level of ultra-fine PM2.5 pollutants down over the period.
Worshippers urged to shift to electric incense to reduce pollution
Online Reporters, Published on 08/02/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is seeking help from shrines and worshippers to promote the use of electric incense during Lunar New Year, as the capital grapples with air pollution caused by micro dust.
Enhanced security in Pattaya ahead of Lunar New Year
Chaiyot Pupattanapong, Published on 08/02/2024
» PATTAYA: Authorities have reinforced safety measures and called for cooperation from business operators in preparation for Chinese New Year, anticipating an influx of tourists visiting Thailand.
Social, labour issues that dominated news in 2023
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 31/12/2023
» Making a top-five list of the most pressing labour and social issues of the year is no mean feat given that so much has taken place. That said, the Bangkok Post has summarised a handful of the most remarkable stories of 2023 for your reading pleasure.
Celebrations mark global recognition of Songkran
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 07/12/2023
» Activities will be held on Thursday to celebrate the Songkran festival being listed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage item by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco).