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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.

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Australians caught spray-painting Chiang Mai temple wall arrested

Panumate Tanraksa, Published on 07/02/2026

» CHIANG MAI – Police have arrested two Australians caught on CCTV spray-painting the wall of a Buddhist temple after the abbot filed a complaint about repeated acts of vandalism that necessitated costly repainting jobs.

THAILAND

‘Mr Spray’ arrested after Koh Phangan graffiti frenzy

Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 05/02/2026

» A German man who became the target of public outrage after spray-painting political messages at dozens of locations on Koh Phangan has been arrested in Bangkok.

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Two ‘foreigners’ wanted for spray‑painting Chiang Mai temple wall

Panumet Tanraksa and Online Reporters, Published on 04/02/2026

» CHIANG MAI — The abbot of a 400-year-old Buddhist temple in this northern province has filed a police complaint after CCTV footage captured a man and woman — believed to be foreigners — spray-painting its perimeter wall, despite the temple having spent money repainting it several times.

THAILAND

Efforts intensify to stop wild elephants entering communities, tourist sites

Prasit Tangprasert, Published on 03/02/2026

» NAKHON RATCHASIMA — Park rangers are trying to keep wild elephants away from communities and tourist attractions during the dry season. The measures cover a bull elephant that has killed three people, including a camper, in this northeastern province.

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Ceremonies mark 100 days since Queen Mother’s death

Post Reporters, Published on 31/01/2026

» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Saturday led cabinet members in a merit-making ceremony at Government House to mark the 100-day memorial of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother.

THAILAND

Thais, foreign tourists seek blessings on New Year's Day

Post Reporters, Published on 01/01/2026

» Thais and foreign tourists flocked to temples, city pillars and shrines across Thailand on New Year's Day to make merit and pay respects to sacred sites, seeking blessings and good fortune for themselves and their families.

THAILAND

Police put to the test

News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 29/12/2025

» In 2025, Thailand faced a convergence of crimes and scandals that shook public confidence in institutions meant to protect society. From a deadly mass shooting in Bangkok to sprawling online scam networks, monk misconduct and a senior police scandal, the year exposed deep vulnerabilities linked to crime, governance and accountability, leaving lingering questions about reform and public trust.

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Sangha scandal: A year of shattered faith

Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025

» In 2025, Thailand’s Buddhist establishment came under its most intense legal and institutional scrutiny in decades, following a wave of confirmed criminal investigations involving senior monks nationwide.

THAILAND

Evacuees getting used to living with fear

The New York Times, Published on 09/12/2025

» BURI RAM — They left home in a fearful scramble during the summer, seeking refuge on the grounds of a racetrack that had been transformed into a makeshift evacuation centre after war erupted between Thailand and Cambodia. Now, five months later, they are back in the same tents, which had been left standing.