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Ceremonies mark 100 days since Queen Mother’s death
Post Reporters, Published on 31/01/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Saturday led cabinet members in a merit-making ceremony at Government House to mark the 100-day memorial of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother.
Thais, foreign tourists seek blessings on New Year's Day
Post Reporters, Published on 01/01/2026
» Thais and foreign tourists flocked to temples, city pillars and shrines across Thailand on New Year's Day to make merit and pay respects to sacred sites, seeking blessings and good fortune for themselves and their families.
Sangha scandal: A year of shattered faith
Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» In 2025, Thailand’s Buddhist establishment came under its most intense legal and institutional scrutiny in decades, following a wave of confirmed criminal investigations involving senior monks nationwide.
Defining moments of 2025
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» The 'Bangkok Post' has highlighted major events that shaped the news this year. These events have had a profound impact on people's daily lives, prompted shifts in government policy, and influenced public sentiment.
New protection measures await PM's nod
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/11/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister Bowornsak Uwanno said a draft regulation from the Prime Minister's Office covering ways to better protect Buddhism is expected to be submitted to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul for approval next week.
Events recall life and work of HM Queen Sirikit
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/10/2025
» The Ministry of Culture on Sunday outlined plans to hold various cultural and religious activities, as well as preparations for funeral rites and the cremation of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother following her death on Friday.
Study finds one-third of monks in Bangkok overweight
Post Reporters, Published on 05/09/2025
» More than third of all Buddhist monks and novices in Bangkok are overweight, according to a city-wide health screening campaign, while nearly half have high blood cholesterol, and most suffer from oral health issues.
MPs face flak for Buddhism comments
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/08/2025
» Activist Srisuwan Janya on Monday petitioned the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), calling for an investigation into two People's Party (PP) MPs whose comments during last week's House debate, he said, insulted Buddhism and risked eroding public trust in the religion.
Three people arrested over ties to 'Sika Golf' scandal
News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/08/2025
» Three more people have been arrested for embezzling temple funds as authorities expanded their investigation into the infamous "Sika Golf" sex scandal, which has rocked the nation's monastic order.
Nan flood 'worst in 40 years'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/07/2025
» Nan is facing its worst inundation in over 40 years, with floods threatening the northern province's economic heart, as well as its iconic landmarks.