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Songkran 2026 around Bangkok: where to make merit then get soaked
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 09/04/2026
» Songkran in 2026 is best tackled like Bangkok traffic: pick your lane early, commit, and keep a dry change of clothes within reach. The Thai New Year’s water fights still dominate the headlines, but this year’s smartest day trips mix temple-time calm with big-city spectacle, from Rattanakosin’s most photogenic blessings to Samut Prakan’s late-April Mon traditions — plus a flagship “Maha Songkran” festival that is setting up shop at Benchakitti Park.
Sonos Play proves great sound doesn’t have to stay indoors
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 26/03/2026
» Sonos has unveiled the Play, a portable speaker that wants to be everything at once: a serious home audio performer, a grab‑and‑go travel companion and, judging by its battery life, possibly more reliable than your phone on a long weekend. Aimed squarely at listeners who refuse to compromise between sound quality and convenience, the Play is designed to live happily in your living room — and survive being dragged to the bathroom and the beach.
Scam calls surge in Thailand as expats and Thais face rising risks
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 18/03/2026
» Thailand is facing an intensifying wave of phone and text message scams, even as other parts of Asia begin to see a slowdown, with new figures showing the country has become the top target in the region.
Sonos plugs into Bangkok with debut Thailand store at EMSPHERE
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 11/02/2026
» Sonos has officially planted its flag in Thailand with the opening of its first standalone store in the country, a move that signals both confidence in the local market and a growing appetite for premium home audio. Opened by TC Acoustic, Sonos' authorised distributor in Thailand, the new Sonos Store at EMSPHERE places the global audio brand firmly in the heart of Bangkok's fast-evolving lifestyle scene.
Choosing the right air purifier for Thailand’s rising air pollution
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 08/02/2026
» As Thailand continues to battle worsening PM2.5 pollution and persistent urban smog, air purifiers have quickly shifted from optional home appliances to essential health safeguards, especially for expatriates adjusting to the country’s environmental conditions. Understanding how these machines improve indoor air quality can make a substantial difference to daily comfort and long-term well-being.
Beware fake tax refund emails stealing personal data
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 20/01/2026
» Thailand’s Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau has issued a stark warning about a surge in fraudulent emails claiming to offer tax refunds, a scam aimed at stealing personal and financial information.
Blaze in mixed-use city building injures 2 Americans
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 02/12/2025
» A fierce blaze destroyed an office in a six-storey commercial building on Sukhumvit Soi 8 in Bangkok’s Klong Toey district, causing minor injuries to two foreign men.
Thai cats are now officially national symbols
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 18/11/2025
» Thailand’s cabinet has approved a proposal to recognise Thai cats as a national pet symbol, aiming to preserve their heritage and boost economic potential.
Tourists advised to avoid scams by looking for 'Trusted Thailand' symbol
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 14/11/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the “Trusted Thailand” certification to reassure international travellers and drive tourism revenue to 2.8 trillion baht by 2026. The initiative aims to position Thailand as a safe and reliable destination amid growing concerns over travel security.
Thailand making it harder for scam-gang recruiters
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 11/11/2025
» The Immigration Bureau has ramped up efforts to stop foreigners entering the country being recruited to work in call-scam centres in neighbourning countries.