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OPINION

Close statute legal loophole

Oped, Editorial, Published on 31/03/2026

» The decision by officials to drop all legal charges against Phra Dhammajayo, the former abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, raises alarm bells about the exploitation of the statute of limitations in the justice system.

THAILAND

DSI drops Phra Dhammajayo case

News, Wisawaporn Jukgoljun, Published on 30/03/2026

» The case against Phra Dhammajayo has been terminated after exceeding the 10-year statute of limitations, bringing an end to long-running proceedings without a trial.

THAILAND

DSI clarifies stance on case of missing ex-abbot

News, Post Reporters, Published on 30/03/2026

» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) clarified its handling of the case involving Phra Dhammajayo, former abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, following a decision by prosecutors to scrap it after the statute of limitations expired.

THAILAND

Dhammajayo case dropped as statute of limitations expires

Online Reporters, Published on 27/03/2026

» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has formally dropped criminal proceedings against Phra Dhammajayo, the former abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, after the statute of limitations in the high‑profile money‑laundering case expired earlier this month.

LEARNING

Villagers defend abbot after porn found in his burnt residence

Gary Boyle, Published on 24/03/2026

» After a fire gutted the abbot's quarters at a Buddhist temple in Sikhiu district of Nakhon Ratchasima on Sunday, investigators reported finding pornographic material and a sex toy among the charred ruins - a claim that locals are firmly disputing.

THAILAND

Villagers defend abbot after porn found in his burnt residence

Prasit Tangprasert, Published on 23/03/2026

» NAKHON RATCHASIMA - After a fire gutted the abbot's quarters at a Buddhist temple in Sikhiu district on Sunday, investigators reported finding pornographic material and a sex toy among the charred ruins - a claim that locals are firmly disputing.

THAILAND

Lawyer seeks investigation into ex-abbot

News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 26/02/2026

» A probe has been sought into the financial trail of the former abbot of Wat Sak Yai in Nonthaburi amid an alleged relationship scandal.

THAILAND

Temple faces probe over land grab

News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/02/2026

» A Saraburi forest monastery is accused of illegally occupying more than 2,000 rai of state land to build meditation huts and host concerts.

LIFE

Ajahn Brahm to conduct dhamma talk this Sunday

Life, Published on 17/02/2026

» Ajahn Brahm, abbot of Bodhinyana monastery in Western Australia, will deliver a dhamma talk on the theme "Selflessness Creates The Path To Peace", at the World Fellowship of Buddhists on Sunday from 3pm to 5pm.

THAILAND

One Bangkok Celebrates Chinese New Year 2026 with "One Dynasty: The Era of Blessings,"

Published on 11/02/2026

» One Bangkok, the global lifestyle destination in the heart of Bangkok, is poised to create a grand Chinese New Year celebration phenomenon with "One Dynasty: The Era of Blessings." Welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse 2026, it ushers in the era of infinite blessings, offering experiences that blend traditional beliefs with contemporary urban living. Central to this is the legendary 'Long Ma' (Dragon-Horse) from the I Ching – a powerful symbol of blessings and balance, born from the connection between earth and sky – set to fill lives with happiness and prosperity throughout the year. Discover numerous activities and spectacular promotions from today until March 4.