Why is black attire in high demand in Thailand? 

Across Thailand, retailers are struggling to keep up with the surging demand for black clothes. Reason? Items are selling out in record numbers as the country descends into mourning over the death of Queen Sirikit. At Bangkok’s Bobae Market, a...

Tourism Minister announces “Amazing Thailand Marathon Bangkok 2025” with over 48,000 global runners

The Minister further encouraged the public to show support for the runners and requested continuous assistance from the media in promoting the event. Dr Kongsak stated that SAT has been assigned by the Minister of Tourism and Sports to play a...

Top 3 Bangkok central business districts lead foreign housing demand

Condos dominate foreign preferences 61% of survey respondents prefer living in "condos," while 39% opt for "single houses." The primary reason is that Thai law does not allow foreigners to own land, making condo ownership the only viable and legal...

Police Confirm Malaysian Shot Dead In Sungai Golok

KOTA BHARU, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- A Malaysian man was shot dead in an incident at a house in the town of Sungai Golok, Narathiwat, Thailand, last night. Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat, when contacted by Bernama, confirmed the incident....

Honking doesn’t please everyone as Pakistani DJ beaten by group of riders in Pattaya

The Pakistani DJ shows his injuries after being beaten by a group of men in Pattaya, allegedly over a minor honking dispute. PATTAYA, Thailand — A Pakistani DJ was attacked by a group of around ten men believed to be local food delivery riders...

‘Alien: Earth’ Exec Touts Thailand’s 30% Film Incentive, Asia Hub Status at Tokyo Fest

Thailand has transformed from a scenic backdrop into one of Asia’s most competitive production hubs, backed by enhanced film incentives and robust infrastructure, according to unit production manager Apinat Obb Siricharoenjit, who presented at the...

New digital era to boost Thai sports

PUBLISHED : 30 Oct 2025 at 04:03 The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has rolled out a new digital platform aimed at streamlining how national sports associations apply for and manage government funding. The initiative was introduced during a...

The 20 best exorcist-themed movies, ranked: From the 1973 original to The Conjuring By Michael Lee Simpson and Kevin Jacobsen

William Friedkin's 1973 adaptation of The Exorcist left an indelible mark on moviegoers and the horror genre as we know it. Unsuspecting audiences were subjected to unspeakable frights as they watched poor little demon-possessed Regan (Linda...

Art show benefits Share My Meals

Former Princeton resident Carole Jury's work will be on view November 12 through 15. Share My Meals, a nonprofit organization that addresses food insecurity and food waste, is organizing a public art exhibition and sale by Carole Jury, an...

SEAG is in my plans – Eala

(UPDATE) ALEX Eala isn’t sure to see action yet but she’s definitely considering playing at the Southeast Asian Games in Thailand next month. The Filipino netter just ended her 2025 WTA season with a round of 16 loss to Canadian Victoria Mboko at...

Breakout K-pop group Pow to perform in Bangkok

Pow, a K-pop group with a Thai leader, is set to perform their recent hit Wall Flowers at the concert "2025 Pow Tour: Powerful Youth In Bangkok". In a highly competitive business like K-pop, it is not easy for groups from small labels to gain...

Thailand Enters Year-Long Mourning, Here's Travel Guidance for Visitors

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Thailand has entered a year-long national mourning period following the death of Queen Sirikit on Friday, October 24, 2025, due to a blood infection. Queen Sirikit, who reigned from April 1950 to October 2016, had been...

This Arizona massage instructor created a championship to turn his art into a competitive sport

There are lots of things we're used to seeing in competition: Sports, of course. Car racing. Now, baking. But what about massage? Well, it turns out professional massage therapists all over the country are holding championships these days. John...

Afghanistan to Face Iran After Dominant 9-1 Win Over Thailand in Futsal Semi-final

Afghanistan’s U-17 futsal team advanced to the Asian Youth Games final after a commanding 9-1 victory over Thailand, setting up a highly anticipated showdown against Iran. Afghanistan’s under-17 futsal team delivered a dominant performance on...

World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 30, 2025

INDONESIA 1. INDONESIA AWAITS UN MANDATE FOR GAZA PEACE MISSION -- THE JAKARTA POST Indonesia will await for a mandate from the United Nations Security Council before sending its peacekeeping troops to Gaza, Foreign Minister Sugiono has said, as...

Russell Crowe MMA Action Movie ‘Beast In Me’ Acquired By Grindstone Entertainment

EXCLUSIVE: Grindstone Entertainment Group has taken domestic distribution rights to the mixed martial arts action drama Beast in Me starring Oscar winner Russell Crowe, Daniel MacPherson, and Luke Hemsworth. Crowe co-wrote the movie David Frigerio...

Thailand foreign tourist arrivals down 7.25%

PUBLISHED : 28 Oct 2025 at 11:28 Thailand's foreign tourist arrivals from Jan 1 to Oct 26 fell 7.25% from the same period a year earlier, the Tourism and Sports Ministry reported on Tuesday. There were 26.25 million foreign visitors over the...

X Zhu-Nowell

X ZHU-NOWELL was appointed executive director and chief curator of Shanghai’s Rockbund Art Museum (RAM) in January 2025, after serving as its artistic director since 2023. From 2014 to 2021, they were an assistant curator at the Solomon R....

Ali’s grandson finds second home in PH after ‘Thrilla in Manila 2’ bout

Nico Ali Walsh, grandson of the legendary Muhammad Ali, gained more than just a fight in Manila—he found a second home. After battling Thailand’s Kittisak Klinson to a majority draw during the 50th Anniversary of the “Thrilla in Manila” at the...

Bangkok Airport’s Majestic Samudra Manthan Statue Leaves Indians Spellbound: ‘Why Ours Don’t Have This?’

Last Updated:October 28, 2025, 10:33 IST Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport isn’t just a travel hub; it is a stunning showcase of Thailand’s spiritual and cultural roots. Its highlight is the Samudra Manthan sculpture of gods and demons churning the...