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This year, Songkran hits a little bit different
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 11/04/2026
» As Thais gear up for the upcoming Songkran holiday, I can't help but notice how this year's highly anticipated days off and time off work have a bit more nuance to them than usual. Granted, people are still discussing rest, relaxation and how they will fully utilise their time away from the office, whilst the jetset crowd will undoubtedly make full use of flying overseas and avoiding Middle Eastern routes, but something feels a bit different this year.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: April 10-16
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/04/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
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.
Eurovision Song Contest Asia marks expansion of iconic event
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 07/04/2026
» Bangkok has been officially announced as the host city for the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026, marking a historic expansion of the world's most iconic music competition into the Asian region.
A silent threat
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 06/04/2026
» In the past, schools were believed to be safe places for youngsters. However, it has been revealed that many students are victims of bullying there.
Molam, the heartbeat of Isan migrants
Nannalin Tiengtae and Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 04/04/2026
» Molam, a centuries-old musical tradition from northeastern Thailand (Isan) and the surrounding region, is finding firmer footing in Bangkok, where people who call Isan home make up the city’s largest migrant community.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: April 3-9
Guru, Guru writers, Published on 03/04/2026
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Healing the blue
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 03/04/2026
» When we first arrived on the quiet island of Koh Mak in Trat province, I expected turquoise waters, swaying palms and maybe a snorkelling excursion.
Siam Society is heading to Romania
Life, Published on 31/03/2026
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to Romania, a land of legends, landscapes and living traditions, from June 9-20.
An elegy to lost worlds
Life, Kenneth Barrett, Published on 28/03/2026
» A large, booming presence as bureau chief of the Associated Press in Bangkok for more than 30 years, a war reporter in Indochina before that, thrice president of the Foreign Correspondents Club of Thailand, Denis Gray has through six turbulent decades occupied front row seats, and foxholes, to report on some of the most violent upheavals of our times.