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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.
Why Thaksin decided to face the music
Online Reporters, Published on 09/09/2025
» Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has explained why he decided to remain in Thailand and accept the Supreme Court's judgement on his prolonged stay in the Police General Hospital instead of serving a single day behind bars.
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.
How much do Thai monks earn per month?
Online Reporters, Published on 16/07/2025
» Buddhist monks in Thailand receive monthly food allowances called "Nittayapat" (นิตยภัต), with amounts varying according to their ecclesiastical rank, reflecting a centuries-old tradition of royal patronage that continues under government administration today.
Adorable 'Little Naga' statue crafted to attract more children
Online Reporters, Published on 07/07/2025
» PATHUM THANI - Worshippers flocked to Wat Don Yai, a temple in Lam Luk Ka district, over the weekend to seek blessings from a charming new statue known as “Little Naga”, which has recently captured widespread attention across Thai social media.
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.
Thai Muslims get ready for Ramadan
Online Reporters, Published on 09/03/2024
» The Office of the Chularatchamontri has urged Thai Muslims across the country to sight the moon after sunset on Sunday to mark the first day of Ramadan.
Security guard, wife make off with B9m from employer
Online Reporters, Published on 21/10/2023
» A security guard and his wife have been arrested in Nong Bua Lamphu province after making off with an estimated 9 million baht in cash and assets stolen from the guard’s employer.
Kaeng Krachan added to world heritage list
Online Reporters, Published on 26/07/2021
» Unesco has added the Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex in Western Thailand to the World Heritage List hours after a protest against it was held in Bangkok.
137 Covid cases linked to African gem trader
Online Reporters, Published on 12/05/2021
» The government reported a Covid-19 cluster of 137 cases was traced back to an African gem trader who travelled between Chanthaburi and Bang Rak district of Bangkok and often attended religious ceremonies.