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A fond farewell to the poster people
Oped, Roger Crutchley, Published on 08/02/2026
» For a couple of months the streets in Bangkok and throughout Thailand have been decorated with posters of political candidates. But now the Big Day has arrived and soon the posters will disappear. In a strange sort of way, I will miss their presence as they were at least something to look at when stuck in the traffic. They generally appeared to be a cheerful lot, beaming at us with big cheesy grins as one would expect in the Land of Smiles.
Manchester City gifts delight loyal Thai grandmas
Published on 06/02/2026
» Manchester City has delighted two senior fans in Thailand with gifts after learning about their avid and enduring support of the football club.
Voters advised to avoid shirts with numbers on polling day
Online Reporters, Published on 06/02/2026
» Voters should avoid wearing shirts or t-shirts bearing a number on Sunday as it could be misinterpreted as influencing other electors to support a candidate, an election official has warned.
Pheu Thai bets again on loyal red-shirt base
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 06/02/2026
» The Pheu Thai Party's call for supporters to wear red shirts today appears to be a last-ditch effort to re-energise its traditional "red-shirt" base.
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with special treats
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 05/02/2026
» As the ancient Chinese proverb goes, "To the ruler, the people are heaven; to the people, food is heaven." What to expect in the Year Of The Fire Horse? Guru By Bangkok Post has a list of food and beverages, and other indulgences to savour.
Reimaging the Thai 'Sbai'
Online Reporters, Published on 04/02/2026
» Recently, social media feeds have been flooded with influencers, celebrities and everyday Bangkokians alike stepping out in the traditional Thai ‘sbai’—strolling through the city’s old towns and filming viral content. While the silhouette nods to heritage on top, the look is almost always juxtaposed in timely contrast when all the outfits become paired flared denim, loose-fit jeans and streetwear staples below.
Creative resilience
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/02/2026
» Bangkok Design Week 2026 returned for its ninth year last month. This year, BKKDW2026 claims that, the festival is a systematic platform driving the city-level creative economy. Organised by the Creative Economy Agency, the event asserts that designing is a practical tool which must be applied to elevate standards, create new opportunities and forge new pathways for survival of the city, the economy and Thai businesses.
Hong Kong authorities consider legal action after tooth found in Maxim's toast
Published on 29/01/2026
» Hong Kong authorities have said they may take legal action against a major bakery chain after a government laboratory confirmed that a foreign object found in its toast was a tooth.
Amid Ukraine war fallout, fearful Chechen women seek escape route
AFP, Published on 28/01/2026
» EUROPE - Facing what activists say is a hardening of repression inside Chechnya amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Asil and Aishat, both young women, recently fled their violent families in search of safety.
Whoop device ban at Australian Open raises discontent
Reuters, Published on 28/01/2026
» MELBOURNE — Aryna Sabalenka said the Australian Open should reconsider its policy on banning wrist-worn fitness trackers after several players were told to remove the devices before coming onto court.