Thai Red Cross turns blood donation into Halloween treat in Bangkok

Thai Red Cross workers donned Halloween costumes as part of a themed blood drive held in Bangkok, the Thai capital, on Saturday. The charity marked the occasion by giving free Halloween-themed t-shirts to people who came forward to donate blood. Organisers said they expected turnout at the event to more than double compared with a typical Saturday, suggesting the seasonal theme helped draw additional donors. Halloween has grown in popularity in Thailand in recent years, particularly in Bangkok, where businesses and organisations have increasingly adopted themed events to engage the public. The blood drive combined the festivities with a practical cause, as the Red Cross sought to bolster blood supplies while offering donors a light-hearted experience.