Magnificence on elephant back
The elephant negotiates the Chi River to carry the monk-to-be to the ordination hall. (Photo by Thanissorn Luckchai) Lots of colour, smiles, elaborate costumes, fanfare and, of course, a herd…
Thai conservatives vow to legalise sex toys in bid to shake up election
A conservative Thai political party has backed the legalisation of sex toys as it seeks to revive its appeal before a looming general election. The Democrat party representative Ratchada Thanadirek…
Thai police investigate 10 deaths as woman accused of poisoning friend
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of premeditated murder after she was accused of poisoning a friend using cyanide in Ratchaburi, central Thailand, with police saying they are also…
No savings, huge debts: More and more Thai seniors struggling to survive
Thailand expresses gratitude and respect for the older generation every year on April 13, National Elderly Day. Yet, every year the number of senior Thais in dire straits, struggling to…
Thailand’s first post-pandemic Songkran water festival ‘You’re going to get wet’
After three years of Covid restrictions, Songkran celebrations marking the Thai new year have returned in full swing, with water fights across the country. At Bangkok’s Si Lom Road, street…
‘Queen of Thai street food’ wins Michelin star in Bangkok guide
A 70-year-old Thai street food seller who makes wok-fired dishes has been awarded a Michelin star at the launch of Bangkok’s first guide. Jay Fai, or Auntie Fai, is known…