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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.
Sinners breaks records, see the full list of Oscar Nominations 2026
Online Reporters, Published on 23/01/2026
» The Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, return for their 98th year on Sunday, March 15, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. As previously announced, Conan O’Brien will once again host the ceremony.
33rd Southeast Asian Games officially begin
Online Reporters, Published on 09/12/2025
» Their Majesties The King and Queen opened the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok on Tuesday night.
Daikin locks out 1,300 Thai workers after bonus talks fail
Online Reporters, Published on 05/12/2025
» Daikin Industries (Thailand) Co has locked out about 1,300 workers, effective from Saturday, after talks with its labour union over annual bonuses and other benefits failed. It says the move does not constitute termination of employment.
Queen Mother passes away
Online Reporters, Published on 25/10/2025
» Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother passed away peacefully at 9.21pm on Friday at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced.
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.
Post Poll: Vietnam top alternative to Thailand for beach holidays
Online Reporters, Published on 28/08/2025
» Vietnam has surpassed other Southeast Asian nations as the leading alternative to Thailand for a tropical beach holiday, according to the latest Bangkok Post survey.
Answers sought about missing takraw bonus money
Online Reporters, Published on 21/08/2025
» A former Thai national sepak takraw player has spoken out on behalf of five younger compatriots who were promised bonuses of 2 million baht each for winning gold medals at the 2022 Asian Games but received only 100,000 baht each.
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.