Tracking culture for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · CultureThailand’s RTAF Children’s Day airshow drew a record 567,000 visitors, kept Don Mueang safe, and for the first time opened combat pilot roles to women aviators.
Tourism · CulturePlan your 2026 stargazing in Thailand: lunar eclipse on Makha Bucha, Perseid meteors, Christmas supermoon, zenith sun & more—mark your calendar today.
Culture · TourismOver 12.6 million Thais ushered in Buddhist New Year 2569 at Bangkok’s temples and via livestreams, fueling ฿18.5 b tourism spend and vibrant spirit nationwide.
National News · CultureUnderstand Thailand’s year-long mourning for Queen Sirikit: the unveiled sandalwood urn, dress codes, key ceremony dates and digital condolence options.
Politics · CultureHistorian unveils 1904 Franco–Siamese Treaty maps challenging the 1962 ICJ ruling on Preah Vihear. See how this impacts Thai border communities and tourism.
Tourism · CultureCelebrate Bangkok New Year’s Eve 2026 with riverfront fireworks, T-Pop headliners and BTS/MRT trains till 2 A.M.—get routes, rules and safety tips now.
Culture · TourismThais and expats mark the 21st tsunami anniversary along Thailand's Andaman Coast with multi-faith ceremonies and upgraded warning systems.
Culture · EnvironmentNewly digitised home videos of 80s-90s Bangkok give planners vivid lessons in congestion, canals and street life—insights shaping the next city master plan.
National News · CultureThai troops retake 10th-century Ta Khwai Temple on the Thailand-Cambodia border; ฿300M restoration begins as villagers and soldiers brace for renewed tension.