Buriram News

The latest news from Buriram.

We review restaurants, bars and other nightlife while keeping you up to date with other events.We also give opinion on living, working and retiring in the province.

Buriram Golf Society Christmas Texas Scramble

The second Buriram Golf Society Christmas Texas Scramble took place at Buriram Golf Course on Thursday December 19. The competition was sponsored by the Grumpy Old Men Society, a group who meet once a month and look for ways to benefit the people of Buriram. Eleven teams gathered at 7.15am to register , ready…

Buriram Golf Society On Tour in Korat

A large contingent of 21 golfers had an overnight trip to Korat this week with rounds at Korat Country Club and Suranaree Golf Course (army base). The weather was hot with little breeze which was ok until late in the second day’s round when people started to tire badly. Korat CC is fairly straightforward with…

BURIRAM CHAMPIONS !!!!

Buriram got the three points they needed to retain their Premier League crown in an entertaining encounter at the Leo Stadium. Bangkok Glass played their part as they looked to halt Buriram’s title charge. However, Buriram proved too good for them as they surged to their thirteenth consecutive league victory. Buriram showed their intent from…

Buriram Airport Plans to Become International

The Buriram Governor Seri Srihatrai at a recent meeting with the Transport Minister Akom Termpittayapaisit sought financial support for further infrastructure in the region and funding for the construction of a passenger terminal building and the extension of the airport runway to accommodate international flights. Outside existing terminal in Buriam The growing popularity of cultural…

Surin Elephant Round up Festival

The Surin Elephant round up, takes place this weekend, Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd. The festival is Thailand’s biggest elephant show and has been a regular event since 1960 . Each day the elephants will perform many acts including a football match. Two teams are selected for the friendly soccer match. With elephants sprinting…

Bumper Rice Harvest for Buriram Farmers

The rice harvest season is upon us again and the local Buriram farmers are reporting bumper yields for 2015. The rain arrived earlier in the year at just the time to promote growth and the sun came out at the right time to boost the thickness of the grain to give quality and weight for…

Buriram Angling Club Up and Running

The Buriram Times are pleased to announce the long awaited formation of the Buriram Angling Club. A small group of gentlemen who enjoy their fishing have discussed the idea for some time and interest from so many expats in setting up an angling association has prompted them to start the club. The well respected…

Princess Makes Flying Visit To Buriram

Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, one of Thailand’s favourites, made a flying visit to Buriam earlier this week. During her brief visit, the second in line to the throne of Thailand, visited universities and government projects. Welcoming Parade Along the way she inspected Buriram’s envied drainage and water management work and opened a new faculty building at…

105th Anniversary of Rama V

Today marks the 105th anniversary of the passing of Rama V. He is regarded by many to be the greatest King of Thailand. Departing this world on October 23rd 1910, he left behind him a legacy of change. Every year the Thai nation respectfully remembers Rama V on this special day in October. Over a…

A Visit To Jimmy’s Sports Cafe

Sitting in the front of Jimmy’s Sport’s Café sipping possibly the coolest draught Leo in Issan, and at 60 baht a pint definitely the cheapest, I was in seventh heaven. From there I was looking out on to Jira Road watching the world go by without a care in the world. I was thinking to…

Pressure Mounts on Dejphon Chansiri at Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday Crisis: EFL Charges Chansiri

Sheffield Wednesday Owner Dejphon Chansiri Faces Mounting Criticism in UK Parliament and Among Fans

Thieves Target Cinerary Urns at Buriram Temples, Stealing Money Meant for the Afterlife

Shirley Roy Reappointed as Indian Embassy Representative for Northeast India in Thailand

Exploring Buriram’s Nightlife: A Guide to the Best Evening Experiences

Thai Constitutional Court Ousts Prime Minister Srettha in Major Political Shake-Up

Two Pickup Trucks Collide In Fatal Crash In Buriram

Man Found Dead In Khon Kaen, Police Chase Killer

Road Safety Concerns Rise As Upcountry Travel Surges For Songkran