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Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:28:00 +0700Hong Kong's new smoking rules just kicked in. Is everyone sticking to them?
Some smokers are still lighting up at bus stops in Hong Kong despite new rules banning them from doing so while queuing, the South China Morning Post has observed, with authorities saying they have stepped up inspections at tourist spots and ramped u...
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:16:00 +0700145 killed in first three ‘dangerous days’, Bangkok tops fatalities, Phuket records most crashes
A total of 145 people were killed and 769 injured in road accidents during the first three days of the New Year holiday travel period, with Bangkok recording the highest number of deaths and Phuket topping the list for the number of accidents, author...
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:11:00 +0700Your horoscope for Jan 2-8
Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how you will fare this week and beyond.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:08:00 +0700Referendum date officially set for same election day
The referendum day on the Constitution will officially be held on the same day as the general election, which is on Feb 8.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 13:52:00 +0700The best way to learn in 2026
The world is dominated by mega corporations, but a group of students in Thailand is challenging the assumption that true innovation needs a billion-dollar budget.
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Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:08:00 +0700Referendum date officially set for same election day
The referendum day on the Constitution will officially be held on the same day as the general election, which is on Feb 8.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 06:10:00 +0700Major moments to watch in Thailand
As the nation steps into the New Year, the 'Bangkok Post' highlights several events that will define the months ahead.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:44:00 +0700Pheu Thai brushes off poor figures
Pheu Thai's prime minister candidate Yodchanan Wongsawat played down his low rating in early polls, saying feedback from the ground suggested growing confidence among voters as the campaign gained momentum.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:38:00 +0700Insurers face a raft of economic challenges
Unfavourable economic conditions, political instability, soaring medical costs and natural disaster risks are the top challenges facing insurance companies in Thailand, while the country's ageing society could support continued health insurance expan...
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:22:00 +0700Tensions cool on border
Major powers, diplomatic missions and humanitarian organisations have commended Thailand for freeing 18 Cambodian soldiers and reinforcing momentum behind the fragile ceasefire between the two countries.