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Retaking the stage
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 04/03/2026
» True Academy Fantasia, better known as AF, was a pioneer of 24-hour reality television in Thailand. The programme was produced by acquiring the rights of La Academia in Mexico. AF was officially launched as UBC Academy in 2004.
New movies out this week: Feb 26-Mar 4
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 26/02/2026
» 8 new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
Illegal roads in wildlife sanctuary investigated
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 21/02/2026
» The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has pledged a full investigation into alleged illegal road construction in protected forest areas in Mae Hong Son.
Call for new stimulus for EV sales
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 18/02/2026
» Thailand's automotive industry is urging the government to introduce new, non-monetary measures to stimulate demand for electric vehicles (EVs), including battery EVs (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid EVs (PHEVs).
Rude photographers under fire at Wat Arun
Gary Boyle, Published on 06/01/2026
» Local photographers at Wat Arun in Bangkok have been accused of rudely shooing visitors away so they can take photos of their paying customers, many wearing rented Thai costumes.
Photographers under fire for 'rude decluttering' at Wat Arun
Online Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026
» Local photographers at Wat Arun in Bangkok are under fire, accused of rudely shooing visitors away so they can take uncluttered photos of their paying customers, many wearing rented Thai costumes.
Bangkok Film Festival Spotlights Cinema as Soft Power
Published on 10/10/2025
» Amid rapid changes in technology and audience behaviour that continue to challenge the entertainment industry, the Bangkok International Film Festival 2025 returns in full force. The festival serves as a major platform connecting filmmakers, investors, distributors, and audiences through diverse activities, including international film screenings and “Talad Nang,” a key marketplace where content creators can meet producers, distributors and investors from Thailand and abroad. This year’s highlight is a collaboration with BrandThink to organise a series of seminars led by experts, exploring cinema’s evolving role as soft power. The discussions highlight how film is not just a source of entertainment, but a strategic driver of the economy, culture, and communication. They also open perspectives on how Thai content can expand to the global stage, inspire audiences, and fuel long-term growth in the creative economy.
Pride in action
Life, Published on 30/06/2025
» From donning rainbow-coloured outfits to marching in the annual Pride parade or cheering glamorous idols from favourite Boys' Love (BL) series, the Thai LGBTI community has advanced from making themselves seen and heard to making policy changes that foster a more equal and inclusive society.
Gay OK
Life, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 30/06/2025
» Famed director Krisda "Pond" Witthayakhajorndet -- the creative force behind the global success of KinnPorsche The Series and the critically acclaimed historical thriller Man Suang -- has recently caused a stir far beyond the entertainment industry.
Shoring up the auto sector
Published on 24/02/2025
» The recent announcement by the Board of Investment (BoI) that Nissan Motor Thailand will maintain its investment here, following news reports that the parent company plans to close three factories overseas, is reflective of changes in the Thai automotive industry.