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Bangkok aglow
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/03/2020
» The Bangkok metropolitan area has been in a state of continual change. Gravel roads turned to concrete. Large empty fields replaced with tall buildings and luxurious malls. Public transportation such as the BTS, MRT and buses have been extended to reach people in remote areas. And once friendly people with smiles, Thai people now prefer to look at their smartphone rather than paying attention to others.
Monarchical chronicles
Life, Ariane Kupferman-Sutthavong, Published on 18/10/2017
» In a 1970 address to librarians nationwide, the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej compared books to knowledge banks, "a collection of everything mankind has built, done and invented since ancient times". His remark thus highlighted the importance of these everyday objects in the human experience.
Sisters are doin' it for themselves
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 22/06/2017
» Call it teen power. Or the epitome of kawaii culture. Or a great marketing idea. Some may also detect a strange, Lolita-tinted vibe. But with their own TV, anime and manga series, as well as the record for "highest selling musical act in Japan in terms of singles sold", AKB48, with 48 members, are a long-standing Japanese idol girl-group known for their super-cute style and catchy tunes. It has been described as a national phenomenon in its country of origin, with a devoted fanbase that has followed the band's songs and merchandise since its inception over a decade ago in 2005.
Bieber, we're looking at you for a scandal
Life, Published on 26/09/2013
» Well, Biebermeister, give it your best shot. And no, swatting away a reporter's microphone like you did at Don Mueang airport won't do, since all the fans took your side on Twitter. Give us a real scandal.
Little fluffy clouds
Life, Published on 30/07/2013
» When seasonal rain takes a brief break, Bangkok skies clear up, often with a parade of cute clouds like cotton candy, as can be seen above Don Mueang airport, which now serves as the country's hub for low-cost airlines.