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Sacred Amulets: Luang Pu Hian's Revered Buddha Pendants
Luang Pu Hian, a respected Buddhist master and former abbot in Kanchanaburi, created highly revered amulets including Buddha pendants and talismans that remain popular among collectors across Thailand. His most notable works include Phra So
Rising Star Yoshi Opens Up On Career Challenges And Life Goals
Transgender actress Yoshi Rinrada Turapan lands her first leading film role in cyberpunk horror movie "Rinrada" and a girl-love series this year, discussing her determination to prove herself as a serious actress despite industry challenges
Newly Formed Chaiyaphum Team Eyes Prime Minister's Youth Cup
Ban Thaen Wittaya School's three-year-old volleyball program is sending boys' and girls' U15 teams to the Prime Minister's Youth Cup, aiming to advance past the provincial round despite fierce Chaiyaphum competition.
Woman Exposes Man's Repeat Hitchhike Scam in Samut Sakhon
A woman in Samut Sakhon exposed a repeat scammer who poses as a stranded traveler seeking rides and money, after recognizing his deception when he used the same tricks on her twice with conflicting stories about his destination.
Celebrities Join Parents in Supporting Young Dancers at Thailand Challenge Cup
Parents and celebrities including Nongkul turned out to support young dancers at the Thailand Challenge Cup, with the team earning silver and parents sporting matching denim jackets to show their unified support.
Thai Celebrities Share Self-Care Tips, Launch Pickleball Event
Thai celebrities Masu Chariyangkul and Nike Nithidol shared self-care advice at an Aestema Group wellness event, emphasizing how exercise and rest build inner confidence. Attendees also tried pickleball and enjoyed wellness beverages in a r
Thai Influencers Complete Degrees While Recovering From Injuries
Thai content creators Teetee Wanpichit and Por Supakarn announced their degree completions at Disney Thailand Expo 2026, with Teetee finishing a management degree through online studies and Por nearing graduation next year despite recoverin
Channel 7HD Launches Mental Health Forum Ahead of New Drama Series
Channel 7HD held a mental health seminar featuring experts and actors to promote its new drama series "Clinic Fix You, Fix Me," which explores everyday psychological issues and personal struggles affecting viewers' understanding of themselv
Rare Amulet of Legendary Khmer Monk Luang Pho Ngern Unveiled
A rare amulet created by venerated Khmer monk Luang Pho Ngern in 1911 has been unveiled, featuring a meditating Buddha sheltered by a seven-headed naga. The Naga Leaf Tamarind pendant, cast in Lopburi style and crafted from sacred gold char
Udon Thani Marks 104 Years Since Luang Pu Li's Birth
Devotees in Udon Thani honored the 104th birthday of Luang Pu Li Kusaladhro, a revered forest monk who served as a principal disciple in the lineage of two legendary Buddhist teachers and devoted his life to teaching Dharma and supporting c
Memorial Service Honors Revered Buddhist Prelate on 101st Anniversary
Buddhist monks and devotees gathered at Wat Pak Nam in Bangkok on Wednesday to honor the 101st anniversary of Somdet Phra Maharachmanglacharn, a revered prelate who championed Buddhist education and community harmony across Thailand and int
Adopted Son Swindles Elderly Couple Out of Home Worth 8.5 Million Baht
An elderly man lost his 8.5-million-baht home to an adopted son who promised to pay his late wife's medical debts, then evicted both of them and sold the house without sharing the proceeds.