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Grammy-winning jazz musician Chuck Mangione dies at 84
Published on 25/07/2025
» American two-time Grammy-winning jazz flugelhorn player Chuck Mangione, best known for his 1970s cross-over hit Feels So Good, died this week at age 84 at his home in Rochester, New York.
Monsters and memes: Labubu dolls ride China soft-power wave
AFP, Published on 20/06/2025
» SHANGHAI - Small, fuzzy and baring sharp teeth, Chinese toymaker Pop Mart's Labubu monster dolls have taken over the world, drawing excited crowds at international stores and adorning the handbags of celebrities such as Rihanna and Cher.
China's viral Labubu toy has an unlikely fan - the ruling Communist Party
Published on 13/06/2025
» As Chinese companies ponder how best to market their products internationally, the example set by Pop Mart - the Beijing-based brand behind the viral Labubu toy - has been praised by the country's state media for the creativity that underlies its success.
Labubu doll fetches $150,000 at auction as demand rages
Reuters, Published on 11/06/2025
» BEIJING — A human-sized Labubu doll fetched a whopping 1.08 million yuan (US$150,000) at an auction in Beijing, in a testament to the popularity of the collectible toy flaunted by celebrities.
Macao Wonder Roadshow Returns to Siam Paragon
Published on 06/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 6, 2025 – Bangkok is once again embracing the spirit of Macao as the “Macao Wonder” roadshow returns from June 6–8, 2025, hosted by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO). More than just a travel fair, this immersive three-day event showcases the dynamic fusion of East and West that defines Macao—through exhibitions, performances, interactive activities, and exclusive travel promotions tailored for Thai travellers.
Bangkok Pride 2025 Set to Go Global
Published on 07/05/2025
» Body: Siam Piwat Group, the visionary developer behind world-class destinations such as Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, ICS, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, is uniting with prominent public and private sector partners to present Bangkok Pride Festival 2025 and “The Celebration: Right to Love”. This vibrant celebration of diversity, equality, and inclusion will span the entire month of June and is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors, affirming Bangkok’s growing reputation as a global Pride destination.
The art of concealment
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 02/04/2025
» After Chinese artist Meiying graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, she returned to Beijing and felt everything had changed. This change inspired her to create the character Hyde -- a child who likes to hide in clothes and observe the world silently.
Meiying's world of art comes to Maison JE
Life, Published on 17/02/2025
» Art lovers are invited to embark on an artistic journey filled with creativity and profound meaning during "Hide In Elephant", which is running on the 1st floor of Maison JE Bangkok, until April 6.
Central Pattaya hosts Pop Mart pop-up
Business, Published on 31/01/2025
» Central Pattana Plc (CPN) has teamed up with Pop Mart, a global manufacturer and distributor of art toys from China, to launch Pop Mart's first pop-up store outside Bangkok at Central Pattaya shopping mall.
Pop Mart opens store in Central Pattaya
Life, Published on 29/01/2025
» Pop Mart has launched its first pop-up store outside Bangkok at Central Pattaya shopping mall.