Praying through the New Year

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00:00So when you hear this song in Thai department stores, you just know that New Year's is right

00:07around the corner. So how do Thais celebrate? Many love to party with friends, watch fireworks,

00:14or travel. But for many Buddhists, New Year's Eve means something different. Watch night.

00:20This tradition where people spend the night at a temple in prayer has grown in popularity. It's

00:26especially common among those skipping travel plans during the holiday. Why? Because it's seen

00:31as an auspicious way to start the new year, bringing spiritual protection and peace for

00:36the months ahead. So what's your plan for the new year? For me, I'm just gonna...