Today's Headlines
Thailand bracing for the HEATWAVE
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) yesterday urged citizens to beware of the heat, especially vulnerable groups, as the weather is expected to remain hot...
Chiang Mai has become the world’s most polluted city
On a good day, the views from the golden temple’s ‘mountain throne’ are spectacular. But today is not a good day.
Rather than a panoramic...
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FEATURES
Michelin Guide puts Ayutthaya on the foodie map
Home to temple ruins recognised by Unesco, adored by Instagramers and revered by Thais as the ancient seat of kings, the city of Ayutthaya...
Traditional Thai massage performed by ex-prisoners
The streets of Chiang Mai, Thailand are lined with signs for massage centers offering traditional Thai massages, oil massages, foot rubs, and more —...
What are Melo Pearls?
Melo pearls are naturally occurring gems produced under the shell of a large sea snail species known as Melo Melo.
The gems are formed when...
Today is the start of BUDDHIST LENT
Buddhist Lent Day marks the beginning of the annual retreat for monks as laid down by Lord Buddha more than twenty-five centuries ago.
On that...
Are YOU an alcoholic? – Find out here…
What is the definition of an #alcoholic? #Alcohol Use Disorder, as it is now known, is a condition in which a person has a...
16 new cases of AIDS diagnosed in Thailand EVERY DAY
Sixteen people test positive for #HIV/Aids every day in Thailand and the Public Health Ministry wants to cut that number to three per day...
Thailand’s wildlife flourishes without mass tourism
Whilst international travel has been placed on hold during the Covid-19 pandemic, the world’s wildlife has been able to flourish in both land and...
Making Competitive Gaming Better in Thailand
Making Competitive #Gaming Better in #Thailand
Gaming has come a long way from being just a regular hobby. People can now play games professionally and...
Sunday Mysteries: Our Lady of Fatima
Our Lady of Fatima. The visions of the Virgin Mary seen by three Portuguese peasant children and the three secrets entrusted to them.
On 13...
Tourism ban is great news for Thailand’s Sea Gypsies
Coronavirus has wrought havoc across the world, but for Thailand's 'sea gypsies' it has brought welcome respite from the threat of mass tourism.
Since the...
Feature: What started the First World War?
What started the First World War?
But, a century later, debate still rages over the causes behind the conflict, which claimed the lives of 17...
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EDITORIAL
Thailand bracing for the HEATWAVE
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) yesterday urged citizens to beware of the heat, especially vulnerable groups, as the weather is expected to remain hot...
Thailand wisely ignoring the ‘Eco-Agenda’
During the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow, the Thai delegation announced ambitious plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions...
Thailand establishes work-from-home culture in law
Thailand has become the latest country to enshrine rights for digital nomads, offering protection to a growing number of people who are keen to...
Foreigners ‘must follow Thailand’s visa rules’
THE ROYAL THAI POLICE have instructed all relevant authorities, including the Immigration Bureau (IB) and Tourist Police, to ensure all foreign residents do not...
Thai SEC wants to lift restrictions on crypto currencies
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to soften retail investment restrictions related to initial coin offerings (ICO) to boost digital investments.
The Thai...
Thailand expects 17-20 million travelers during Songkran Festival
The Thai government will fully support this year's Songkran Festival, which takes place from April 13-15, with 17 – 20 million people expected to...
Russians top list of foreign criminals in Thailand
More than 180 foreigners have faced criminal charges in Phuket since the start of the year, with the top three offenders being nationals from...
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THE JACK REPORT
THE JACK REPORT
LIFESTYLE
Generation Y. Thailand’s sexual revolution
Generation Y. #Thailand's sexual revolution. A study that focuses on the “Generation Y” population.
Compiled by Mahidol University and Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) reports...
Generation Clueless are no use to anybody
Snowflakes are freezing a generation out of work with lazy attitudes — and they have missed the basic truth that ‘life is tough’
IF you...
Men should be masturbating more to reduce the risk of cancer
Men should be masturbating more if they want to reduce their risk of developing cancer, according to the NHS.
New research published on the NHS...
