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- Thailand News
Unusual banana tree in Ratchaburi sparks hope for good fortune
Residents of Pak Tho in Ratchaburi are buzzing with excitement after discovering an unusual banana tree with a blossom sprouting from its stem, leading many to believe it could bring them luck. Locals have flocked to the site, tying colourful ribbons and lighting incense to seek fortune. Residents in the Pak Tho district of Ratchaburi province yesterday, August 14, reported…
- Thailand News
Golden eel ‘hooks’ Prachinburi locals with luck-boosting hopes
A golden eel caught the attention of locals in Prachinburi, leading them to believe it would bring good luck and prompting them to keep it. Residents are now flocking to see the eel and hoping to get lucky numbers from it. Residents reported capturing a gleaming golden eel yesterday, August 8, in the village of Moo 6, Hua Wa Subdistrict,…
- Thailand News
Giant python eats fighting cocks in Udon Thani coop raid
A giant python, measuring 4 metres in length, caused quite a stir in Udon Thani by sneaking into a chicken coop in the middle of the night and devouring three prized fighting cocks. The incident led to a rescue team being called to capture and release the snake back into the wild. Villagers, believing the snake brings good fortune, quickly…
- Thailand News
Peacock attacks Thai woman’s luxury car in TikTok video
A surprise encounter with a peacock left a Thai woman shocked as the bird unexpectedly attacked her luxury car. The incident, captured on video and shared on TikTok by user @2alessandra9, shows the peacock jumping and scratching the vehicle. The video, posted yesterday, features the woman’s high-end van parked by the roadside. Suddenly, a peacock appears, staring intently at the…
- Thailand News
Cameroonian man seeks lucky numbers at temple ceremony
A Cameroonian man recently participated in a sacred ceremony at Wat Sawang Arom in Nakhon Pathom, seeking divine blessings and lucky numbers to share with his Thai wife. The event took place yesterday, June 26, at 11am, with a lively atmosphere as people gathered to pray for prosperity and good fortune. The temple attracts a diverse crowd, especially as the…
- Thailand News
Cobra in new motorcycle sparks three-hour rescue in Ayutthaya
A spitting cobra slithered into a new motorcycle, prompting a three-hour rescue mission by local authorities. The 46 year old owner, who recently acquired the vehicle, believes the snake might bring good luck, as she just received the new license plate. Emergency services in Ayutthaya were alerted by a resident needing assistance to capture a cobra inside a motorcycle parked…
- Thailand News
Kalasin villagers launch rockets in ceremony to predict rainfall
Residents of Kalasin recently held a traditional ceremony to honour sacred spirits at the ancient site of Non Ban Kao, in Ban Tum Village, Yang Talat District. The event featured the launching of rockets to predict rainfall, a practice deeply rooted in the region’s cultural heritage. A member of the Bua Ban Subdistrict Municipality, Yada Phunasi, along with two village…
- Thailand News
Local woman honours promise in abandoned school dance ritual
A local woman in Laplae led 12 dancers to perform a ritual dance at an abandoned school to fulfil a promise she made to a local deity after her unusual wish was granted. Neighbours quickly followed, seeking blessings for themselves. The deserted Baan Huai Khamin School in Moo 5, Tung Yang Subdistrict, Laplae District, Uttaradit Province, once educated children up…
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Locals gather for Thao Wessuwan statues ceremony in Phetchabun
Residents gathered to catch a glimpse of a crane’s registration number and firecracker tails during the eye-opening ceremony of Thao Wessuwan statues, standing 6 metres tall, at Wat Nam Lao Tai in the Ban Khok District of Mueang Phetchabun. The event is filled with anticipation for the upcoming lottery draw on June 1. The eye-opening ceremony of the 6-metre-high Thao…
- Thailand News
15-metre Tao Wirupaksa statue consecrated at Wat Nong Tabak
A grand ceremony was held at Wat Nong Tabak in Rayong Province to consecrate the only 15-metre-tall statue of Tao Wirupaksa in the area. The event took place yesterday at 5pm, drawing monks from various temples in Rayong and a large number of devotees. The ceremonial ground was adorned with beautifully arranged fruit trays, garlands, and offerings. Devotees lit incense…
- Thailand News
Phetchabun’s fruit merit-making ceremony blends tradition with luck
In a vibrant display of faith and tradition, residents of Phetchabun province gathered to partake in the Fruit Merit-Making Lottery a revered event at Wat Ban Wang Sai Thong. The ceremony, which took place yesterday, is steeped in cultural significance, offering blessings to ancestors and bringing good fortune to participants’ lives. Amid the religious proceedings, attendees eagerly sought auspicious numbers…
- Thailand News
Chiang Mai summer storm topples gateway arch, damages car
The northern city of Chiang Mai witnessed the aftermath of a summer storm when a significant gateway arch collapsed at the intersection of Bo Sang traffic lights, causing damage to a red sedan and nearby structures. In the wake of the incident, local officials and emergency services worked through the night to clear the debris and restore normalcy to the…
- Thailand News
Thai woman seals 10.5 million baht land deal after divine blessing
After sealing a successful land deal worth over 10 million baht, a former nurse fulfilled her vow at Wat Noen Suk in Rayong province by presenting a grand offering to the deity Thao Wessuwan. The former nurse turned property developer, 31 year old Nawal Jarmjurek, and her colleague 28 year old Sawitree Tungsawanich, were observed meticulously arranging red syrup and…
- Thailand News
Devotee donates gold to Thai statue after land sale
A Thai woman devotee made a grand gesture of gratitude by donating gold necklaces, bracelets, and rings to a revered statue after selling her land for over a million baht. The act of devotion took place at Wat Sawang Arom in Nakhon Pathom, as believers and lottery enthusiasts gathered before the government lottery draw. The serene premises of Wat Sawang…
- Thailand News
Thai workers win million baht each after Naga visits dreams
A group of municipal workers hit the lottery jackpot, each winning 1 million baht after a sacred Naga, a mythological serpent, allegedly visited them in their dreams. This windfall coincided with an auspicious ceremony held today, February 28, at the Nong Yat Municipal Office in Nakhon Phanom Province, where Uthai Kotsa, the Mayor, and Chawanin Buntengsaksiri, the Municipal Clerk, led…
- Thailand News
Naga’s eyes open wide: Cave ceremony stuns Thailand devotees
A ceremony to reveal the eyes of the Naga statues in the Ruesi Sombat Cave in the Phetchabun province caused astonishment among devotees. The event, led by the head monk of the Sombat Cave, Phra Ajarn Sakol Kosolo, and witnessed by over 300 participants, involved rituals to honour deities and sacred entities. The cave, with historical significance dating back to…
- Thailand News
Unprecedented tourist influx on full moon day at Wan Nakee Island’s shrine
Tourists flocked to Wat Kham Chanot Wang Nakee coinciding with the revered day of the full moon and the traditional Loy Krathong Festival on November 27. The shrine, located in Ban Muang, Ban Dung district, Udon Thani province, is dedicated to Nakee Island’s spiritual guardians, Grandfather Sri Sutho and Grandmother Ya Sri Pathum. The shrine’s spiritual significance attracted a vast…
- Thailand News
Burglars meet their charm: Upscale heist takes a mystical turn with revered Thai amulets
A burglary at a home in an upscale residential area took an unexpected turn when the robbers came across two revered Thai amulets, known as Phee Jook and Phee Junthima. The sacred objects, which were believed to be guardians of the house, startled the intruders, leading them to flee the scene. The homeowner confirmed they’ve been venerating these amulets for…
- Thailand News
Giant snake surprises driver in viral TikTok video from Thailand
A viral TikTok video showcasing a terrifying incident of a giant snake slithering along the door of a pickup truck has engrossed online users. The video, posted by TikTok user @noodiw030333, captures the unsuspecting moment, leaving viewers to ponder the reaction of the vehicle’s driver upon discovering the unexpected guest. The video ends without revealing whether the driver became aware…
- Thailand News
Couple escapes multi-million baht debt after performing rituals in Thai cemetery
A couple, grappling with a multi-million-baht debt, successfully revitalised their business by conducting rituals in a cemetery. The subsequent success prompted them to host a lavish feast for the spirits, featuring 23 Chinese banquet tables and movie screenings in the graveyard. The event took place today, in the cemetery of Sa Wang Het, Thung Hiang, Phanat Nikhom, and Chon Buri.…
- Thailand News
Villagers flock to see fortune-bringing turtle found in northeast Thailand
A large turtle attracted a crowd of villagers who believe it could be a harbinger of good fortune, after being found in the middle of the road. The spectacle took place today, at 174 House, Moo 9, in Nong Mek Village, Dan Chang Subdistrict, Bua Yai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, which is the home of 61 years old Sant Uthaida.…
- Thailand News
Thai prime minister zaps to police meeting in eco-style – EV-entful ride
The Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Srettha Thavisin, attended a National Police Office meeting today in an electric vehicle (EV) to reduce pollution. The meeting with Police Lieutenant General Torsak Sukvimol, the National Police Chief, was held in a white Tesla with Bangkok licence plates 2KHP5171. The 61 year old Thai prime minister personally stated that he chose a Tesla…
- Thailand News
Thai PM’s night market escapade in Khon Kaen stirs up lotto luck frenzy
Thailand Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin last night visited a bustling night market in Khon Kaen, sparking interest among superstitious locals looking for lottery numbers. The visit was filled with interactions with local traders enjoying their evening meals. PM Srettha and his entourage, including Sermsak Pongpanich, Minister of Culture, Precha Phonphanich, son of Sermsak, and Suriya Chuengrungrueangkit, Minister of Transport,…
- Thailand News
Phra Aram Luang Monastery sees surge in visitors seeking fortune from revered Luang Pho Pak Daeng
An increased number of visitors are travelling to Phra Aram Luang Monastery, also known as the Monastery of Luang Pho Pak Daeng in Nakhon Nayok province, to pay respects and seek good fortune from the revered image of Luang Pho Pak Daeng. The sacred image, positioned in the temple’s Ubosot, is a significant religious figure in the locale. The image of…
- Thailand News
Albino bullfrog with numeric marks found in Prachin Buri sparks local excitement
The discovery of an albino bullfrog with unique markings has sparked intrigue and excitement among locals ahead of the June 16 lottery. A woman from Prachin Buri province recently stumbled upon a peculiar bullfrog while foraging for mushrooms in the forest with her friend. The bullfrog, which they had never seen before, appeared to have an unusual pattern with numbers…
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Creepy crawler goes viral: Giant centipede ‘wall-stounds’ online viewers (video)
A viral video recently circulating online has captured a giant centipede climbing up a residential wall, leaving viewers intrigued and startled. The clip, posted by TikTok user @paphatsanat, has accumulated over 6 million views since it was uploaded on social media. The owner of the clip said… “I have never seen such a huge and long centipede in my life.”…
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Rayong’s frog-tunate discovery: Residents hop on golden toad’s good luck
Residents in a Rayong village believe a golden yellow toad they discovered amid regular frogs during a heavy downpour will bring good luck. The woman who caught the toad refuses to sell it as she believes it would bring good luck and generate a lottery windfall someday. Reporters yesterday met with the woman who caught the toad, Vinijta Ruamwong, at…
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Snake slithers through Bangkok bus, leaves lotto lovers hissss-terical over missing digits
A snake found on the 501 Bangkok bus route has caused a stir on social media for superstitious lottery fanatics who were left slithering to find out the bus’ registration number. The driver safely returned the snake to its natural habitat after the bus arrived at its destination. A TikTok user, @fatimapun posted a video of the snake slithering on…
- Northern Thailand News
Why thousands of Thais are flocking to a Morlam singer’s shrine 30 years after her death
Yesterday, more than 2,000 people gathered at the shrine of famous Morlam singer Honey Sri-isan in Kalasin province, northeast Thailand, for a lottery number selection event hosted by a 16 year old singer who is believed by fans to carry the reborn spirit of Honey Sri-Isan, who died in a car accident in 1992. Newcomer to the Morlam scene, 16…
- Pattaya News
Thai lotto winners reward ghosts with pricey Japanese feast
Two 10-million baht lottery winners spent 300,000 baht of their fortune turning a graveyard in Chon Buri into a Japanese restaurant to reward ghosts for giving them the lucky numbers. The couple yesterday evening transformed the Tri Kunnatham Foundation graveyard in the Nong Ree sub-district of Chon Buri province into a pop-up sushi bar and served Japanese food to 5,000…