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Unesco campaign for revered monk
News, Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 18/04/2024
» CHIANG MAI: Local religious foundations and Thais recently joined forces in a ceremony to celebrate a sculpture of renowned monk Kru Ba Sri Wichai as part of a campaign for the late monk to be added to Unesco's eminent personalities list.
Smoker's rage, no strings attached, stubborn druggie
News, Mae Moo, Published on 07/04/2024
» Up in arms
Save children from toy pods
Oped, Editorial, Published on 06/04/2024
» The news about "toy pods" -- a new type of e-cigarette that is proving popular among young students -- might be quite shocking for parents. The lukewarm reaction from the government is more shocking still.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: April 5-10
Guru, Published on 05/04/2024
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Bumrungrad and VitalLife Lead in Longevity Medicine Talks
Published on 11/12/2023
» Thailand’s population structure has changed over time. Today, Thailand’s birth rate is lower than ever before and people are living much longer, which has resulted in an increased elderly population. The Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council stated that in 2023 Thailand has become an aging society, with 20% of its population being over 60 years of age. In 2040, Thailand will likely join the list of super-aging societies, where 30% of the population is over 60. The result will be an increased socio-economic burden driven by geriatric healthcare costs.
Get drenched in Songkran celebrations
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 09/04/2023
» When it comes to Thai holiday celebrations, Songkran has the most disarming effect. By that, we mean revellers get wet and wild as they soak each other with water during the hottest month of the year. Songkran looks to come back with a vengeance too especially after a forced hiatus due to the pandemic. Guru By Bangkok Post presents a list of water festivals where you can make the most of your Songkran moments. Go wet or go home!
Beyond reason
Oped, Postbag, Published on 08/04/2023
» Re: "College student slain on Bangkok street", (BP, April 3) & "Veteran ghost-chaser Watcharapol livestreams to new generation", (Online, April 3).
Late Australian cardinal's funeral sparks Sydney protests
AFP, Published on 02/02/2023
» SYDNEY: Protestors confronted mourners with chants of "shame" outside the funeral of controversial top Vatican cardinal George Pell in Sydney on Thursday.
Italians in Siam
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 03/01/2023
» When Mariannina Zuccaro arrived in Bangkok for her marriage with Mario Tamagno, an Italian architect who worked in Siam from 1900-1925, she encountered a stark contrast between her fiance's self-effacing character and monumental creations. According to Italians At The Court Of Siam, she referred to a photograph of the inauguration of a railway, on the back of which Tamagno listed everybody around King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), except himself.
Your horoscope for Apr 8-14
Guru, Chaiyospol Hemwijit, Published on 08/04/2022
» Your spot-on horoscope for work, money, couples & singles from the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how will you fare this week & beyond!