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Places to ring in Thai New Year
Life, Published on 11/04/2024
» To ring in Thai New Year, temples and public spaces around the country have been transformed into entertainment hubs. During the Songkran Festival, tourists can experience religious ceremonies, cultural performances and water fights, all of which honour the charm of Thai cultural heritage.
RTN to stage barge spectacle
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 27/01/2024
» The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) is preparing to stage a barge procession for a royal kathin ceremony in October as part of celebrations marking the King's 72nd birthday, which is on July 28.
Best of the vestments: King Charles's coronation clothes
AFP, Published on 04/05/2023
» LONDON: King Charles III will dress in heavy, shimmering golden robes worn by his ancestors during his coronation on Saturday, inspired by priestly outfits and intended to evoke the divine nature of kingship.
One killed, 7 hurt in Buri Ram bus accident
Surachai Piragsa, Published on 05/11/2022
» BURI RAM: One passenger was killed and seven others injured when a tour bus taking them to a temple plunged into a roadside ditch after one of its tyres burst in Nong Ki district early Saturday morning.
South Africa mourns anti-apartheid icon Desmond Tutu
AFP, Published on 27/12/2021
» JOHANNESBURG: South Africa on Monday began a week of mourning for the revered anti-apartheid fighter Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
The art of Japanese gift giving
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/04/2021
» To celebrate Japanese cultural heritage and boost Thailand's gift industry, the Japan Foundation and Creative Economy Agency has introduced the touring exhibition "The Beauty Of Exchanging Gifts In Japan -- The Japanese Spirit Of Gifting: Giving Shape To One's Thoughts And Emotions".
Sr. Gp. Capt. Kampee Kampeerayannon presides over Chiang Rai Buddhism Declaration Ceremony and bestows offerings essential for the continuity of Buddhism
Published on 26/03/2021
» On 21 March 2021, Asst. Prof. Dr. Prarattanamunee, the Monk Dean of Chiang Rai province, led a group of clergy to collaborate with Chiang Rai Federation of Buddhism, led by Mr. Preecha Phuanukulnont, in the hosting of Chiang Rai Buddhism Declaration Ceremony, with the aim to champion Buddhism in Chiang Rai province.
Peace in the valley
B Magazine, Published on 24/11/2019
» When the fog blankets the sleepy valley of Mae Chaem in Chiang Mai province in early November, locals brave the cold to prepare for one of their most important traditional celebrations.
Charity rite goes international
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 18/11/2019
» In spite of their racial and language differences, several Asian nations have one thing in common -- the Buddhist kathin robe-offering rite. It's part of the Asian way of life, which Thailand has recognised as a good medium for strengthening its relations with others.
CP Laos supports Laos government to preserve Buddhist traditions
Published on 27/08/2019
» Dr.Khampheng Saysompheng, Minister of Labour and Social Welfare of Lao PDR, and Mr.Kiattikhun Chartprasert, Ambassador of Thailand to the Lao PDR presided over the robe offering ceremony at Tad Thong Temple in Si Khod Tabong of Vientiane. They also unveiled crematorium and released fish to the river. C.P. Laos Co., Ltd. supported Nile Tilapia for public benefit and provided foods to arrange lunch meal for students.