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Holy holidays
It’s time once again for the important annual Buddhist holidays, Asarnha Bucha Day and Khao Phansa Day. During this time, monks will stay at temples for three months, while Buddhists throughout Thailand will observe the five precepts and make merit.
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Indian inspiration
In Varanasi city in India, flower garlands adorn the statues of gods in more than 1,500 temples. The garlands are bought by devotees from flower merchants’ baskets woven from rustic vine. Decorative techniques vary depending on individual styles.
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Longing for love
In his latest single, “As Long as You Love Me,” Justin Bieber and his guest rapper Big Sean think that as long as their girlfriend loves them, they can deal with whatever hardships and problems life throws at them.
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Health check
Two kindergarten students of Wat Chong Lom School in Bangkok check each other’s mouths on July 19 for signs of hand, foot and mouth disease.
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Martyrs remembered
Myanmar democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi pays respect to her late father Aung San and martyrs at the Martyrs’ Mausoleum during the 65th Martyrs’ Day in Yangon on July 19. — EPA
