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Behold, the exam results god
News, Published on 27/02/2023
» Travelling to a revered location and worshipping sacred items is catching on among the young, with Buddhist and Hindu temples popular domestic tourist attractions, a new report says.
The volunteer spirit
Life, Published on 24/10/2017
» Over 2 million Thais registered to serve as volunteers during the royal cremation period, carrying out several unpaid tasks, at Sanam Luang and elsewhere, from venue preparation, catering, public information services and funeral flower distribution to first aid and traffic safety. Here we talk to some of them about their duties and their pride in serving King Bhumibol one last time.
Documenting the eye of the storm
Life, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 21/01/2015
» When 46-year-old Nikolaus Freiherr von Nostitz, better known as Nick, sent emails to his contacts on Dec 20 seeking financial help, some thought it was a scam. Soliciting donations is uncharacteristic of the outspoken but humble Nostitz. For years, people could see that the German was a modest guy who roamed around Bangkok on his decade-old Kawasaki GTO motorcycle to cover the turbulent transformation of Thai politics, from both sides (or more) of the conflict.
What's new in business news: September 13, 2013
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/09/2013
» Bangkok flood tunnel contract signed, growth in G20 countries accelerates & export growth strategy must go, says UN report.
Futsal stadium handover delayed
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 22/10/2012
» An artist's impression of the finished Bangkok Futsal Arena (inset) is just a dream at the moment. The reality is more like the photo taken just a week ago.
Condos getting smaller
Jon Fernquest, Published on 02/10/2012
» Condo size shrinking to affordable 30-26 square meters but slight oversupply so its a buyer's market with low prices now.
Acid attack suspect arrested (updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 11/06/2012
» Reports of acid attacks on Bangkok pedestrians have been circulating for months. Now police say they have a suspect. Today he admitted to carrying out about 30 attacks.
Bangkok Post's "Person of the Year"
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 26/12/2011
» If you were a volunteer, the Person of the Year is you! – and the thousands of others who gave their time to help others during the year's natural disasters.
Bangkok air pollution
Jon Fernquest, Published on 02/02/2011
» "Judging from the benzene levels, the quality of air in Bangkok is no different from that of Map Ta Phut"