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Float your boat for Loy Krathong
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 21/11/2018
» When the Full Moon rises in the sky tomorrow night, Thais will celebrate Loy Krathong by launching their floats of flowers on waterways nationwide.
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Loy Krathong
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 22/11/2018
» One of Thailand's most popular festivals, Loy Krathong, is being held nationwide. This year, the Full Moon of the 12th lunar month falls today. Here are some of the celebrating venues.
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Bridging the gap
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 24/10/2018
» Ancient temples and modern art. They seem like two ends of a cultural spectrum that wouldn't seem to bridge well with one another.
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Top 5 social media stories of the year
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 30/12/2017
» The influence of social media on society today is of profound importance, and 2017 was no exception. This past year was one when netizens widely used social media platforms to scrutinise matters of public interest. Below are the top five news stories of the year that spread online mostly through social media initially in a much faster and wider manner before the mainstream media picked up and pursued them.
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Songkran hot spots throughout Bangkok
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 13/04/2018
» If last year's Songkran was a blast, just imagine what it will be like this year when the fun-filled festival kicks off today.
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In the heart of the city
Life, Published on 22/11/2017
» It's often said that the success of an art biennale, which, by definition, makes selections and therefore excludes, can also be found in the success of the "off", which utilises and gathers the energy of those not selected. Last Friday Apinan Poshyananda, chief executive and artistic director of the Bangkok Art Biennale (BAB 2018), announced the first 15 artists -- of more than 70 planned -- who will participate in the citywide show, whose venues include historic temples and modern galleries.
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Ceremonial splendour
Life, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 30/01/2017
» Tongthong Chandransu is the name that comes to the mind of most people when they think about royal ceremonies. His narration of these events, a familiar element during their broadcast, is always filled with insightful facts and wondrous anecdotes about Thai history and centuries-old culture.
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Great snakes! Or maybe, not so great
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 24/07/2016
» Anyone who has lived in Thailand for a while will have experienced some kind of unscheduled meeting with a snake. I've had a few close encounters over the years and have not exactly covered myself in glory. Just like crocodiles, I think snakes are best left to their own devices -- preferably as far away from me as possible.So what was I doing last week sitting face to face with a King Cobra?
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Loy Krathong in Bangkok
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 19/11/2015
» From Saturday to Nov 25, the "River Festival 2015 -- The River of Culture" will take place to celebrate the Loy Krathong Festival at seven attractions along the Chao Phraya River under the concept of "conserving waterways". The seven places are Wat Pho, Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), Wat Prayoon, Wat Kanlaya, Tha Maharaj, Asiatique and Yod Phiman River Walk.
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Royal barge procession
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/11/2012
» Thousands lined the Chao Phraya River yesterday to watch the dazzling royal barge procession, part of celebrations marking the King’s 85th birthday on Dec 5.
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