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The commodification of the Sak Yant Thai tattoo
Anna Neatpisarnvanich, Published on 04/07/2025
» Rooted in religious sanction, the “Sak Yant” form of traditional tattoo has been a pivotal part of Thai culture for generations. The tattoo is believed to act as a form of spiritual shield for different purposes depending on the design. A large majority of yants serve the purpose of protection against dangers and harm, while others range from gaining popularity, wealth, luck, and more.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: July 4-10
Guru, Guru writers, Published on 04/07/2025
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Former Democrat deputy leader Suchatvee quits to form new party
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 04/07/2025
» Former Democrat deputy leader Suchatvee Suwansawat on Friday resigned from the party amid reports that he would lead a new political outfit, to be called "Thai Klao Mai'', backed by former key Democrats including former deputy leader Khunying Kalaya Sophonpanich.
China's intense EV rivalry tests Thailand's local production goals
Reuters, Published on 04/07/2025
» Hyper-competition in China's electric vehicle sector is spilling over to its biggest market in Asia, Thailand, as smaller players struggle to compete with dominant BYD, putting ambitious local production plans at risk.
Man arrested at airport for smuggling snakes in underwear
Gary Boyle, Published on 04/07/2025
» A Sri Lankan man was arrested at Suvarnabhumi airport for attempting to smuggle wildlife out of the country after three ball pythons were found hidden in his underwear.
DONKI, Health Region 5 Partner on Local Health
Published on 04/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 4, 2025 — DONKI (Thailand) Co., Ltd. and Health Region 5, under the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote and enhance the marketing of health products developed by local communities. The collaboration aims to elevate product quality and expand market access both domestically and internationally. The official signing ceremony took place on 27 June 2025.
Chinese model missing in Thailand rescued, embassy warns of shady job offers
Reuters, Published on 04/07/2025
» BEIJING - A Chinese national who went missing in Thailand after accepting a photoshoot job has been rescued, according to China's embassy in Bangkok, which cautioned Chinese citizens against simply accepting job offers.
Human heart structure beats 21 days in pig embryo
South China Morning Post, Published on 04/07/2025
» BEIJING — Chinese scientists have, for the first time, cultivated a beating heart structure with human cells in a pig embryo, reporting that the heart continued to beat for 21 days unaided.
Sri Lankan man arrested at airport for smuggling pythons in underwear
Sutthiwit Chayutworakan, Published on 04/07/2025
» A Sri Lankan man was apprehended at Suvarnabhumi airport for attempting to smuggle wildlife out of the country after three ball pythons were found hidden in his underwear.
Water monitor breeding now permitted in Thailand
Online Reporters, Published on 04/07/2025
» The Asian water monitor can now be bred in captivity for commercial purposes, according to a new declaration in the Royal Gazette.