Do not mistake ritual for repentance
Published by The Bangkok Post Can religious rituals cleanse us of our sins? I believe many local Buddhists believe they can. Otherwise, you wouldn’t see so many people drawn to religious practices. Buddhism and commercialism collide with superstition to offer…
Gold dealers feeling the pinch
Published by The Bangkok Post Amid the eerie silence of an empty gold shop, owner Nat Kansane anxiously awaits the arrival of customers in search of the perfect gold necklace for their loved ones. Striking red and gold tiger decorations,…
Art exhibition reflects Buddhist philosophy
Published by The Bangkok Post Art exhibition reflects Buddhist philosophypublished : 31 Jan 2022 at 04:30 newspaper section: [Life](http://search.bangkokpost.com/search/result_advanced?category=news&xNewsSection=Life) The Buddhist philosophy and essence of light and shadow theory are the subjects of “The First Light Of The New Era…
Big cat needs help to stave off extinction
Published by The Bangkok Post Tomorrow the Chinese New Year begins, and the third zodiac animal is everywhere on merchandise, from accessories and cosmetics to clothing and watches, in celebrating the Year of the Tiger. Also saluting the big cat,…
A fine all-rounder
Published by The Bangkok Post Peugeot is expanding its product line-up in the Thai market, with the introduction of the 2008 crossover late last year at the Thailand International Motor Expo. The all-new 2008 is the third Peugeot model after…
Covid-hit Chaba Kaew aim to upstage Japanese
Published by The Bangkok Post Despite a coronavirus outbreak in the team, Thailand assistant coach Todoroki Natusuko is convinced the Chaba Kaew will meet their target of reaching the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup finals. The Thais take on former…
Shaming the lawbreakers
Published by The Bangkok Post The tragic death of an ophthalmologist struck by a powerful motorbike while negotiating a zebra crossing in Bangkok has exposed deep-seated flaws in traffic law, its enforcement and motorists’ disregard for discipline. The death of…
In Britain it helps to be a little eccentric
Published by The Bangkok Post Last week’s column concerning traditional British food unfortunately failed to mention one of the highlights of the year, the World Black Pudding Throwing Championships, held every September in Ramsbottom, near Manchester. It dates back to…
Thai parliament to meet this week, even though 12 MPs have COVID-19
House Speaker Chuan Leekpai wants the scheduled parliamentary meetings this Wednesday and Friday to go ahead, despite 12 MPs and 13 parliamentary officials having COVID-19, because “the House must be able to function”, said Dr. Sukit Atthopakorn, advis…
Pheu Thai’s Surachart claims by-election victory
Pheu Thai Party’s candidate Surachart Thienthong has claimed victory in Bangkok’s Constituency 9 by-election in what is seen as a blow to the ruling Palang Pracharat Party which dominated the constituency in the last general election.Sombat Kanokthippa…