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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.
Devotee's sacred tattoos fail the axe test
Online Reporters, Published on 01/02/2026
» SAMUT PRAKAN - A 37‑year‑old man who set out to “test the power” of his sacred tattoos ended the evening in a far less mystical fashion, lying in a pool of blood with axe wounds to his back.
Julapun elected new Pheu Thai leader with overwhelming support
Online Reporters, Published on 31/10/2025
» Julapun Amornvivat, a former deputy finance minister, has been elected as the new Pheu Thai Party leader, securing 354 out of 369 votes, with 15 abstentions.
Trader loses 165 million baht in stock scam
Online Reporters, Published on 24/10/2025
» Several traders have fallen victim to a devious stock scam, losing millions of baht after trusting false promises of high-yield investments. One seasoned investor alone lost 165 million baht, revealing her experience on a recent television programme and warning others of the growing menace of online investment fraud.
Onfa Vejjajiva appointed as new NESDC chief
Online Reporters, Published on 26/08/2025
» The cabinet on Tuesday selected Onfa Vejjajiva as the new secretary-general of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), replacing Danucha Pichayanan, who will be transferred to lead a water management agency.
Senior abbot resigns from Wat Phrabatnampu amid internal investigation
Online Reporters, Published on 18/08/2025
» LOP BURI - Phra Ratcha Wisutthiprachanat, better known as Luang Phor Alongkot, has announced his resignation as abbot of Wat Phrabatnampu in Lop Buri’s Mueang district. The decision, made public at 1pm Monday, comes after repeated delays in addressing mounting concerns over financial transparency and management at the temple.
‘Chud Thai’ costume proposed for Unesco listing
Online Reporters, Published on 08/07/2025
» The Ministry of Culture has officially submitted ‘Chud Thai’, the traditional Thai costume as an intangible cultural heritage item, for consideration by the United Nations Education Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco), with the proposal scheduled for review in 2026.
King endorses new Bank of Thailand chairman
Online Reporters, Published on 06/06/2025
» Somchai Sujjapongse has received endorsement from His Majesty the King to be the new board chairman of the Bank of Thailand.
Suspended 'Big Joke' demands PM reinstate him
Online Reporters, Published on 24/06/2024
» Suspended deputy national police chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn said on Monday he would petition the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) for an investigation unless Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin completes his reinstatement.
Police chief Torsak reinstated, says Wissanu
Online Reporters, Published on 20/06/2024
» Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol has been reinstated as national police chief following the completion of an investigation into a much-publicised conflict, according to Wissanu Krea-ngam, an advisor to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.