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Dhammajayo case dropped as statute of limitations expires
Online Reporters, Published on 27/03/2026
» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has formally dropped criminal proceedings against Phra Dhammajayo, the former abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, after the statute of limitations in the high‑profile money‑laundering case expired earlier this month.
Monk accused of raping retreat participant
Online Reporters, Published on 18/01/2025
» Rape charges were filed on Saturday against a Buddhist monk who allegedly took advantage of a woman who was participating in a meditation retreat at his monastery in Buri Ram.
Buddhist monastery ‘using human bodies for meditation’
Online Reporters, Published on 23/11/2024
» Forty-one cadavers used in meditation practices at a Buddhist monastery in Phichit province are being identified in a police investigation to determine whether they were obtained legally.
Famous monk denies connection with The iCon Group
Online Reporters, Published on 15/10/2024
» Renowned monk V. Vajiramedhi has denied speculation of a link to embattled direct seller The iCon Group after a brief clip of a long sermon he delivered went viral on social media platforms.
'Good samaritan' charged with child rape
Online Reporters, Published on 22/01/2022
» A 52-year-old man who had gained respect from local residents for his frequent meditation practice and charitable acts has been arrested in Saraburi for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl.
Mae Chee Sansanee dies aged 68
Online Reporters, Published on 08/12/2021
» Mae Chee Sansanee Sthirasuta, a popular Buddhist nun and founder of the Sathira-Dhammasthan learning centre, died on Tuesday from cancer. She was 68.
A mystical take on the Tham Luang cave rescue
Online Reporters, Published on 04/07/2018
» The success of the Tham Luang cave search for 12 boys and their assistant football coach has brought acclaim and praise for the rescuers - but for some, a monk also deserves credit.