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The afterlife of Mitr Chaibancha
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 06/10/2023
» In an abrupt moment of life's brutal script, Mitr Chaibancha fell to his death from a helicopter ladder on Oct 8, 1970. He was filming Insee Thong (Golden Eagle), playing an anti-communist masked hero, when he slipped from the rung and plunged to the ground in Pattaya. That same evening, his body was transported to Wat Kae Nang Loeng. Thousands of people, unable to believe that Thailand's most famous actor was really, tragically dead, amassed impromptu at the temple and demanded that his corpse be raised from the coffin and shown to the public.
This is what you came for
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 12/02/2023
» As soon as it was announced that Rihanna aka RiRi would be performing at the biggest and most prestigious gig in America, the Super Bowl half-time show, her fans have been eagerly awaiting it.
A show of strength
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/09/2022
» Over the past few years, American superheroes have dominated the movies in cinemas and series on various streaming services. That is likely to continue since Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe consists of planned releases in 2023 and 2024, while DC Extended Universe also has at least five films to be released next year. Last month, a reboot of the Red Eagle, perhaps Thailand's best-known superhero, was also announced for a planned release in 2024. Guru thinks home-grown heroes need long overdue love from us, so here are some of the memorable ones for your reading pleasure.
Culture shock and crocodile encounters
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/06/2022
» Jatenipat Ketpradit, aka JKBOY, works full-time in interior design and spends his leisure time taking photographs in remote areas such as the Altai Mountains in Mongolia, Siberut Island in Indonesia and Ethiopia.
A summertime delicacy
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 16/04/2021
» The monumental-looking khao chae has over recent decades been labelled as old-fashioned food. Therefore, young people have had no reference about it while adults have no clue about how to prepare it.
Future exotic
Life, Published on 25/03/2021
» Sporting a black and gold brocade safari jacket discerningly paired with gold harem pants, Nefreretta was brought to life in the Sirivannavari Spring/Summer 2021 fashion show held last Thursday evening at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon.
Swarovski celebrates female empowerment with Wonder Woman collection
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 07/10/2020
» To mark the release of Wonder Woman 1984 in December, Swarovski has collaborated with Warner Bros to launch the dazzling Swarovski x Wonder Woman collection, which underlines their efforts to promote female empowerment.
Wildlife comes to your couch
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 14/05/2020
» Our world has become more connected than ever during the Covid-19 outbreak. Although the government has eased some measures of the lockdown policy and allowed some places to reopen, not all of them have. Some attractions remain closed, including national parks, zoos and aquariums.
Heading south
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 28/02/2020
» The picturesque ocean view enjoyed before sundown from Long Dtai's terrace was so breathtaking, you wondered why the restaurant didn't open for lunch, with the sea so clearly visible.
Fashion's Odd Couple
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/11/2019
» "Disaya x Dry Clean Only Bangkok" collection is an unlikely collaboration between two brands, each with a distinctive aesthetic. Disaya "Aom" Sorakraikitikul and her namesake brand is known for being demure, luxurious and feminine and can't be any more contrary to Patipat "Best" Chaipukdee's Dry Clean Only Bangkok, which is known for its street and rebel appeal (that has even won Beyonce's approval).