Welfare Model: Looking Good Online Doesn’t Mean I’m Rich
BANGKOK — Next to an 11,000-baht Garmin Forerunner watch, an expensive cup of coffee and a smartphone displaying a lovely photo of himself, Wachrin...
Have a Low-Key Loy Krathong Friday or Face Arrest
BANGKOK — Festivities for Friday’s Loy Krathong will be low-key with the usual fireworks, sparklers and sky lanterns prohibited.
Rama X to Replace Rama IX on Currency
BANGKOK — With a new reign will come all new currency.
The minting of coins depicting King Vajiralongkorn will take a step forward Tuesday when...
Chinese Myth Meets Hong Kong Cool at Bangkok’s ‘Rabbit Hill’
When some pass the divine figures flanking a red latticed window in Rabbit Hill’s inset entry, they mistake the bar for a spirit house and wai.
Army Captain Charged With Missing Daughter’s Murder
SISAKET — A family finally has closure after searching three months for their daughter and hope for justice as an army captain was charged with her murder Monday.
Mourning Ends as Nation Returns to Color
BANGKOK — Mourning signs nationwide were removed starting at midnight on Sunday after the government declared the mourning period for King Bhumibol officially over.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Sleeping in The Stadium With Auntie Natee
Bangkok — A grandma in her 70s is solo in the big city without a plan. A man cooks an immense quantity of noodles and gives them away for free. A middle-aged rubber farmer is giving everything up for a once-in-a-lifetime moment. On Wednesday night, they all came together in one place.
Questions, Acceptance Follow Surprise Decision Not to Air Cremation
BANGKOK — Upon hearing the news, Kiattichai Phongkaew suddenly collapsed on the ground. Crying, he turned to face the Sanam Luang, where smoke lingered...
Mourners Camp Overnight for Final Chance at Farewell
BANGKOK — Die-hard mourners slept on Thursday night slept at Sanam Luang after King Rama IX’s cremation and paid their respects as a procession carrying his urn passed by Friday morning.
Rama X Collects King Bhumibol’s Royal Remains
BANGKOK — King Maha Vajiralongkorn, or Rama X, participated in a religious ceremony Friday to collect the ashes and relics of his father to be moved to special locations for further Buddhist rites.
