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Are damaged Thai banknotes still usable?
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 17/07/2025
» Whether damaged Thai banknotes are accepted generally depends on the discretion of individual vendors. Minor damage, such as a small tear at the corner, often does not prevent their use for payment.
Police use AI to help track down deadly hit-run driver
Published on 15/07/2025
» After a hit-and-run driver killed two people in Udon Thani province on July 6, a small part believed to be from the suspect’s vehicle was found at the scene and sent it to investigators at Kumphawapi police station.
Korat school band representing Thailand at competition in China
Published on 15/07/2025
» The melodica marching band from Bannon-Udomnoppadon Ooppathump School in Nakhon Ratchasima province will represent Thailand at the Drum Corps Asia 2025 competition in China, which begins on Thursday.
How can foreigners get a driver’s licence in Thailand?
Published on 08/07/2025
» Foreign nationals residing or working in Thailand can legally obtain a driver’s licence, depending on their visa and the type of licence they require.
It's a bit on the warm side in the UK
Roger Crutchley, Published on 06/07/2025
» It seems a trifle strange to be sitting in Bangkok and reading about a heatwave in London, but at times last week it's been hotter in Britain than Thailand, while the rest of Europe has also been sizzling. You know something is wrong when at Wimbledon the umbrellas have been going up not for the rain but to protect spectators from the sun.
Can a foreigner buy Thai lottery tickets?
Published on 01/07/2025
» Lottery ticket sellers are a familiar sight all over Thailand, though picking a number might seem confusing at first to a foreigner. But anyone can legally purchase Thai lottery tickets — as long as they buy them from licensed vendors within Thailand. Here are some of the basics to know:
Italian Brainrot: the weirdly addictive AI trend
Kannika Thampanishvong, Published on 27/06/2025
» If you're a parent with a school-aged child, chances are you've heard some bizarre sounds coming from your kid's room -- things like "Tung Tung Tung Sahur" or "Tralalero Tralala." These odd noises stem from a phenomenon called Italian Brainrot, which has captured the imagination of children and teens around the world.
Bangkok to Hua Hin minus Rama II Road: a how-to
Online Reporters, Published on 26/06/2025
» Travelling from Bangkok to southern destinations like Hua Hin often requires using Rama II Road — one of the country’s busiest and most accident-prone highways.
Why do Thais remove their shoes before entering the house?
Online Reporters, Published on 23/06/2025
» For most Thais, taking off shoes before entering the house is second nature. It's such a common practice that it has become a cultural norm. While the habit may appear to be primarily about cleanliness, it also reflects a deeper sense of respect, consideration, and mutual care.
The future of Thai education in an ageing society
Online Reporters, Published on 16/06/2025
» One of the most alarming signals for Thai society is the steady decline in the number of children being born. According to a study by Mahidol University, Thailand recorded as many as 1,221,228 births in 1971. But the birth rate has been on a downward trend since 1984.