Tracking culture for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · CultureDiscover how northern Thailand's rhinoceros beetle fighting generates ฿100K monthly for rural farmers, while facing ecological threats and existing in a legal grey zone.
Tourism · CultureBangkok's 2026 Songkran becomes a managed 3-day festival with security gates, route closures, and 80+ citywide events. What expats need to know.
Tourism · CulturePattaya's free Songkran festival April 17-19 features Thai artists Jeff Satur, F.Hero & more. Prepare for traffic closures and massive crowds along Beach Road.
Culture · National NewsChakrabhand Posayakrit Foundation museum opens March 29. 400+ artworks, 300+ puppets preserved for public access. Entry THB 300. Advance booking required.
Tourism · CultureChiang Mai's 2026 Songkran extends to 2 weeks (April 6-19) with new Mae Kuang Dam venue. Essential guide covering ceremonies, traffic, haze risks for residents.
Health · CultureFree March event in Nonthaburi explores end-of-life planning, funeral costs, and healthcare rights for expats and residents living in Thailand.
Tourism · CultureSee 5,000 blooming desert roses at LannaHut Garden near Chiang Mai. Peak viewing through March. Free entry, rare plants 300-200,000 baht available.
Culture · National NewsUS and Thai teams excavate P-51 Mustang crash site in Lampang seeking to recover missing WWII pilot 1st Lt. Henry Minco. Humanitarian mission continues.
Culture · TourismBook Theerachaya wins Miss Tiffany's 2026 after 8-year journey from First Runner-Up to champion. Story highlights persistence, Pattaya tourism impact.