Fireworks Spark Chaos and Destruction at Bangsaen Beach Countdown
Bangsaen: Fireworks set off during a countdown celebration at Bangsaen Beach resulted in a fire that consumed two restaurants, sending tourists fleeing in panic. Although the chaotic scene saw tourists running for their lives, no injuries were reporte…
Thais Welcome New Year 2568 with Alms-Giving Ceremonies Across Provinces
NA THAM NUEA: Many provinces in Thailand have organized alms-giving activities to welcome the new year 2568, with ceremonies drawing large crowds eager to pray for good fortune. The events ranged from unique boat alms-giving rites to grand ceremonies …
Tourists Flock to Phu Kradueng and Phu Ruea for First Light of 2025
LOEI: As 2025 dawned, approximately 1,000 tourists converged on Phu Kradueng National Park in Loei Province to witness the first light of the new year. Braving the cold weather of 8 degrees Celsius, visitors gathered at Lang Prae Reservoir, Pha Mak Du…
Tourists Gather to Witness First Sunrise of 2025 at Pha Chanadai
UBON RATCHATHANI: Thousands of tourists flocked to Pha Chanadai Viewpoint in Khong Chiam District to witness the first sunrise of 2025. Braving temperatures of 13 degrees Celsius, both Thai and international visitors gathered to experience the symboli…
Fire Ravages Three Homes in Nonthaburi, Fireworks Suspected as Cause
NONTHABURI: A fire destroyed three homes in a residential community behind Wat Pracharangsan early on New Year’s Day, with initial reports suggesting that celebratory fireworks may have been the cause. The blaze, which occurred shortly after midnight,…