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Hat Yai tourism reels as Chinese New Year bookings plunge
Online Reporters, Published on 15/02/2026
» HAT YAI - The Chinese New Year in Hat Yai has been markedly subdued this year, with room bookings plunging and many businesses still closed months after last year’s flood, local hotel and tourism operators said on Sunday,
Foreign tourists mistake Thai funeral for food festival
Online Reporters, Published on 04/02/2026
» NAKHON SI THAMMARAT — A heart-warming video highlighting the famed generosity of Thais has gone viral on social media after foreign tourists accidentally wandered into a funeral, mistaking it for a food festival, and were warmly welcomed by the grieving family as honoured guests.
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.
‘Decoding the Economic Future’ forum: Live Updates
Online Reporters, Published on 29/01/2026
» The Bangkok Post, in collaboration with TNN16, is presenting a special forum, “TNN16 x Bangkok Post - Election 2026: Decoding the Economic Future”, on Thursday from 12pm to 2pm. Explore the outlook for the Thai economy from the perspectives of speakers from eight political parties in our live updates below.
Cloud Dancer crowned Pantone Colour of the Year 2026
Online Reporters, Published on 05/12/2025
» The colour of the year for 2026 is a versatile shade of white known as Cloud Dancer, according to Pantone, the American developer of a standardised colour matching system used in graphic and fashion design and countless industries worldwide.
Old ‘Ben Smith’ photos come back to haunt Thai VIPs
Online Reporters, Published on 04/12/2025
» Leaked photos showing alleged money laundering mastermind Benjamin Mauerberger, alias “Ben Smith”, posing with several high-profile Thai political, police, military and business figures have stirred controversy and raised questions about his alleged influence and protection.
Afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately
News, Online Reporters, Published on 03/12/2025
» Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish their drinks.
Korean actress commended for helping comatose Thai student
Online Reporters, Published on 17/11/2025
» A South Korean actress with many Thai fans has been praised for her leading role in helping a comatose Thai student's return home after three months in a South Korean hospital.
Samsen station demolition expected to finish by Oct 25
Online Reporters, Published on 23/10/2025
» The demolition of the Samsen police station building is 70% complete and is expected to be finished by Saturday, according to Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) officials.
City Hall to begin demolition of Samsen police station on Oct 22
Online Reporters, Published on 16/10/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) looks set to begin demolition of the Samsen police station building in Dusit district on Oct 22, as part of efforts to restore the surface of a section of Samsen Road, which subsided on Sept 24.