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Over 500 Spirit Mediums Join Bang Neow Shrine Procession in Phuket

PHUKET: More than 500 spirit mediums took part in the Bang Neow Shrine deity procession through Phuket Town this morning (Oct 15), as thousands of residents and tourists gathered along the route to witness one of the Vegetarian Festival’s major ceremonies.

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PHUKET: More than 500 spirit mediums took part in the Bang Neow Shrine deity procession through Phuket Town this morning (Oct 15), as thousands of residents and tourists gathered along the route to witness one of the Vegetarian Festival’s major ceremonies.

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Thai Army Rebuffs Cambodian Claims, Affirms Sa Kaeo Sovereignty

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Thailand Hosts International Dragon Boat Festival in Rayong

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Thai Teen Guitarist Honored at IMF-World Bank Dinner

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