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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.
King's New Year message lauds unity, integrity, pursuit of common good
Online Reporters, Published on 31/12/2025
» His Majesty the King graciously delivered his New Year message from the Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall at Dusit Palace on Wednesday night, offering encouragement and moral support to the Thai people.
Thailand facing heat after statue demolition
Online Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» Thailand has denied that its removal of a Hindu statue erected by Cambodian troops in a disputed border area was a mark of religious disrespect, amid a growing outcry from Indians as well as Cambodians.
Sword stolen from revered Petchabun memorial
Online Reporters, Published on 03/10/2025
» Authorities are hunting down the culprits behind the theft of a sword from Petchabun’s Pho Khun Pha Mueang Memorial.
When superstition meets the lottery: Thai traditions of prediction
Online Reporters, Published on 16/09/2025
» Superstition and lottery buying are deeply rooted in the Land of Smiles, and the two often overlap. Many Thais rely on superstition to help guide them in choosing winning numbers, though such practices are more cultural than guaranteed paths to success.
14-year-old boy tattooed without parental consent
News, Online Reporters, Published on 09/08/2025
» A father filed a complaint with police against a tattoo parlour in Chon Buri after his 14-year-old son was given a full torso tattoo without parental consent, saying the boy was still innocent and unaware of the impact it would have on his future.
Ever wonder why Thais offer Red Fanta to the spirits?
Online Reporters, Published on 23/07/2025
» Visitors to Thailand are often intrigued by the small, ornate structures known as spirit houses usually found outside homes and businesses and often also as roadside shrines.
Monk urges respect after ‘amulet cookies’ controversy
Online Reporters, Published on 27/06/2025
» BANGKOK – Renowned Buddhist monk Phra Phayom Kalayano has spoken out against a viral bakery trend involving cookies shaped like sacred Buddhist amulets, urging the public to refrain from actions that could be seen as disrespectful to religion.
Why do Thais remove their shoes before entering the house?
Online Reporters, Published on 23/06/2025
» For most Thais, taking off shoes before entering the house is second nature. It's such a common practice that it has become a cultural norm. While the habit may appear to be primarily about cleanliness, it also reflects a deeper sense of respect, consideration, and mutual care.
Soldiers at border get Thai-style morale boost
Online Reporters, Published on 05/06/2025
» When it comes to crunch time, there is no better way to give a morale boost to Thai people than blessed items.