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The year travellers came back
Life, Published on 21/12/2023
» Upon the arrival of the Year of the Rabbit, Covid-19 became a seasonal virus and the world was full of hope again as borders reopened and travellers longed to indulge their wanderlust. This lit the torch for tourism to bounce back.
Soft power sells best when not force-fed
Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 07/08/2023
» South Korea knows how to sell its products. Apart from K-entertainment, the country has also popularised K-merchandise through pop culture. From fried chicken and ramyeon cup noodles to egg drop sandwiches and soju, instant coffee and dietary supplements, we have seen countless products from South Korea in series and movies successfully create a huge customer base in Thailand.
K-culture double for Thai fans
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 01/08/2023
» Two recent events took place in the K-culture world. First, Battle Trip 2 was filmed in Thailand, and Hwang Min-hyun announced he will hold his first solo mini concert in Bangkok.
Make merit and float krathong at five historic temples
Life, Published on 03/11/2022
» "Rak Na Sainam" is the theme of "Bangkok River Festival 2022", which will kick off with activities at 10 cultural heritage waterfronts along the curve of the Chao Phraya River from Saturday to Tuesday, from 5-10pm. However, on Loy Krathong Day, the festival will run until midnight.
What's in a (soi) name?
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/06/2022
» At the front of practically every soi in Bangkok, you'll notice a pole with a blue sign with white letters at the top proclaiming its name. However, if you look closer you may find many sois in Thailand can brighten your day with their curious names. Here are a few for your entertainment.
Embassy exhibit highlights Franco-Thai relations
Life, Published on 03/03/2022
» Some 30 paintings are on display along the outside walls of the Embassy of France as symbols of the long-lasting and friendly relations between France and Thailand.
Mark Loy Krathong at 5 historic temples
Life, Published on 17/11/2021
» The "Bangkok River Festival 2021" will kick off today with many activities at eight cultural heritage waterfronts along the curve of Chao Phraya River, daily from 5-10pm until Friday.
BAB in Brief
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/11/2020
» Bangkok Art Biennale 2020 is in full swing, showcasing more than 200 artworks by 82 artists at 10 venues until Jan 31, 2021. River City Bangkok was the last to be added as the tenth venue. If you don't know where to begin, allow me to present a cheatsheet to help you discover pieces that you shouldn't miss from BAB.
A story told a hundred different ways
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 13/11/2019
» The annual khon masked dance returns to Thailand Cultural Centre, with this year's feature being the episode Sueb Marga: The Adventures Of Hanuman. To help enhance the audience experience, a special accompanying exhibition provides different interpretations of the beloved tale.
A symphony of towering masterpieces
Life, Published on 11/07/2019
» The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra will perform two towering masterpieces in honour of HM the King's birthday during the "Royal Celebration Concert" in the Main Hall of Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road this Friday at 8pm.