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Motorcyclist decapitated in expressway crash

A 56-year-old motorcyclist was decapitated when he crashed into a steel guardrail on an elevated expressway in Bangkok.

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Cabinet approves common ticketing system for Bangkok city trains

The cabinet has approved a common ticketing scheme for Bangkok's electric rail services, setting fares at 17 to 45 baht per trip, depending on distance, Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said on Tuesday.

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Citywide building inspections after Bangkok canopy collapse

Bangkok authorities plan citywide inspections of old buildings after the canopy collapse that killed an elderly man in Samphanthawong district on Saturday, with a similar incident reported on Tuesday morning.

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PP on course to dominate BMC poll

The People's Party (PP) is favoured to dominate the upcoming Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) election, as strategic voting is likely to shape the contest, which coincides with the city's gubernatorial election on Sunday.

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Industrious opens two Bangkok locations under unified brand

Industrious, the world's best flexible workplace experience company, today announced that its two Bangkok locations, at Gaysorn Tower and Park Silom, will operate under the Industrious brand, effective July 1, 2026.

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Old Town danger

Following the collapse of a century-old concrete canopy in Bangkok's Old Town last week, the incoming Bangkok governor faces an undeniable mandate: the safety of the city's ageing buildings must immediately top the administration's agenda.

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F4 back in Bangkok for reunion show

Based on the Japanese manga Hana Yori Dango, the 2001 hit Taiwanese TV drama Meteor Garden made boy band F4 a household name across Asia.

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Public urged to monitor vote in Bangkok, Pattaya

The public should closely monitor the Bangkok and Pattaya elections on June 28 to help ensure transparency, fairness and confidence in the voting process, civil society groups say.

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Centimillimental to play CentralWorld Live

Japanese singer-songwriter Centimillimental will make a comeback with his second concert in Bangkok at CentralWorld Live, 8th floor of CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road, on July 19 at 7pm.

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Jump rope competition for strong hearts

The Heart Foundation of Thailand organised an amateur jump-rope competition in Bangkok on Saturday to promote heart health.

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Rama IV Rd still partially closed after building canopy collapse

Rama IV road remained partially closed to traffic in Bangkok's Samphanthawong district on Sunday, even though the debris was cleared away after an old concrete building canopy collapsed, killing an elderly man, on Saturday.

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Mallika pitches AI solutions; Anucha targets waste

Bangkok governor candidate Mallika Boonmeetrakul Mahasuk pledged to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) to tackle traffic congestion and flooding, while rival Anucha Burapachaisri of the Democrat Party vowed to overhaul Bangkok's waste-collection system as campaigning intensified in the final week before the June 28 election.

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Man killed as concrete balcony collapses in Bangkok

One man was killed and another person injured when the concrete balcony on an old building collapsed in Samphanthawong district of Bangkok on Saturday afternoon, emergency responders said.

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Where invisible virtuosity meets musical depths

The Royal Bangkok Symphony Music School launched its new Sounds On Wireless concert series at 140 Wireless earlier this month, presenting an evening that brought together an exceptional young artist, an innovative urban performance venue and a Steinway Spirio concert grand piano.

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Joe versus Big Wings

Wingstop has 3,000 restaurants across 18 countries, approximately US$5 billion (162.5 billion baht) in system-wide sales in 2024, and 21 consecutive years of same-store sales growth. It is, by any measure, big in the business of wings. Its first Thai branch opened at MBK Center earlier this year, operated by…

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The Chadchart advantage

As Bangkok heads towards the gubernatorial election on June 28, the race appears increasingly tilted in favour of former governor Chadchart Sittipunt, while the People’s Party (PP) candidate, Chaiwat Sathawornwichit, has struggled to convert his party’s electoral strength into support for his City Hall bid.

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Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.

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Chadchart widens lead in race for Bangkok governor

Chadchart Sittipunt has gained more popularity among voters, who will drop the ballots in elections for a Bangkok governor and city councillors in less than two weeks.

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Renewing international law's promise

Recently, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a conference on international law in Bangkok to provide a space for a young generation of lawyers. It was a timely reminder that, even though the international system is fragile, Thailand should engage actively with what remains of it. There are also new…

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Toronto Man Overheard People Behind Him Talk Racist Smack About Him. He Spoke Up When the Plane Took Off: ‘I Can Kill Him With Kindness’

Never talk smack about people in a different language, because there’s at least a one percent chance that they can understand every word. Ademola Jola (@ademolajola), a Nigerian-Canadian man from Toronto, boarded a plane to Bangkok. A fellow passenger from behind him started saying racist things about Jola in Japanese—and…

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Driving Sustainable Innovation: tesa Sponsors the Thai Packaging Design Awards 2026

BANGKOK, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- tesa, the international manufacturer of innovative adhesive tapes and self-adhesive product solutions, is partnering with industries worldwide to support innovation in packaging, production and design. As part of its commitment to advancing sustainable packaging solutions across the Asia-Pacific region, tesa is the proud sponsor…

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Delta Thailand Highlights Integrated Smart and Green Manufacturing Solutions for Intelligent Factory Operations at Manufacturing Expo 2026

BANGKOK, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited, a global leader in power management and smart green solutions, is showcasing its integrated smart manufacturing solutions at Manufacturing Expo 2026 under the theme "Enabling Smart and Sustainable Manufacturing Excellence with Integrated Automation Solutions." The showcase is demonstrating…

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Stelliers Asia Unveils 2026 Finalists Ahead of Grand Awards Ceremony in Bangkok

BANGKOK, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stelliers, the leading hotelier awards platform, has officially announced the finalists for Stelliers Asia 2026, presented by NORDAQ. Revealed during a special live broadcast on 5 June 2026, the shortlist celebrates exceptional hospitality professionals from across the region who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to…

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Residents push for bold city action

Diverse community representatives have expressed their hopes for the incoming Bangkok governor, urging decisive action to address long-standing urban challenges.

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Bangkok Book District returns to Phra Nakhon

The historic heart of Phra Nakhon is set to transform once again into a bustling, open-air celebration of literature as the Bangkok Book District festival returns on July 25 and 26.

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