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A movie with spirit
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 26/04/2017
» It's a major event for Bangkok cinephiles. Olivier Assayas, one of the best-known French directors, is in town to present his latest film.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 22/04/2017
» 1. Gone are the days where we had to buy bulky and expensive photo-gear to take stunning pictures. With the right lighting, composition and techniques, mobile phones can now do the trick. Thus, as part of Polish Arts and Culture Week, the Centre for European Studies of Chulalongkorn University is hosting a presentation and workshop on mobile photography by Grupa Mobilni -- a mobile-photography group from Poland. The event will feature a presentation and workshop by Kamil Kawczyński, a moderator and member of Grupa Mobilni, and a presentation on an ongoing contest, "What Would Conrad Say?". The event is free and takes place on April 26 at 3pm in Room 801 of Chulalongkorn's Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building. For more information, go to the Facebook page for Central and Eastern European studies at Chulalongkorn University.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 01/04/2017
» 1. If you haven't already bought tickets for the biggest concert of 2017, quickly do so. British rock giant Coldplay will be performing at Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok on Friday for their "A Head Full Of Dreams Tour". Lauded as the best stadium performers of our generation, multi-instrumentalists Chris Martin, Johnny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion, the Grammy award winning band behind megahits like Yellow, The Scientist and Fix You will be spectacular to see. Tickets start at 1,800 baht. Visit www.thaiticketmajor.com.
Poetry in motion
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 31/03/2017
» When one thinks of Van Cleef & Arpels, the iconic range of four-leaf clover jewels known as the Alhambra Collection typically comes to mind. However, the French high-jewellery brand does much more than that. For more than a century since its founding, the maison has also been creating timepieces, called Poetic Complications, packed full with impressive complications and stunning jewellery-making techniques only found within the brand.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 25/03/2017
» 1. For those looking to experience world-class classical music, the BBC Symphony Orchestra will be performing two concerts at Prince Mahidol Hall on Mahidol University's Salaya Campus. The concerts, at 7pm on Tuesday and Wednesday, will be conducted by Edward Dardnre and feature piano soloist Benjamin Grosvenor. Tuesday's programme includes HM the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej's compositions, Gary Carpenter's Dadaville, Benjamin Britten's Piano Concerto and William Walton's Symphony No.1. Wednesday's programme will include HM the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej's compositions, Shostakovich's Festive Overture, Mozart's Piano Concerto No.20 In D Minor, Mendelssohn's Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage, and Elgar's Enigma variations. Tickets start at 1,000 baht. For reservations, call 028496565 ext 6604 or 6609.
Big draw in Hollywood
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 25/03/2017
» Three years ago, Fawn Veerasunthorn became an overnight sensation. A picture of her had gone viral in the country, sending Thais into a fit of excitement and wonder. In it, she was clutching the elusive golden Oscar statuette with a gleaming smile on her face. The caption read "Yay Frozen! (Thanks for the pic, Nancy:)", and it got netizens digging.
Cleaning up the ocean, one bag at a time
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 20/03/2017
» Nowadays, with more awareness of climate change and sustainability than ever, one would expect that humans are becoming more mindful in how they live their daily lives. Nothing, however, could be further from the truth.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 18/03/2017
» 1. Flying as a couple (or gang) just got even sweeter with the new double bed and adjustable panels unveiled by Qatar Airways last week. This QSuite, which allows groups to socialise or create their own room, will be in operation in June. In the meantime, try to score a trip to your dream destination by taking part in their "Going Places Together" campaign. Visit www.qrgoingplacestogether.com for a chance to win round-trip tickets valued at more than 200,000 baht. Between this year and next, a total of 15 new destinations will be launched. Later this year, the airline will also be flying to Chiang Mai, and new spots such as Canberra, Auckland, Dublin, Las Vegas, Rio de Janeiro, Sarajevo, Skopje and Nice.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 04/03/2017
» 1. Win a 10-day, adventure-filled trip to New Zealand with musicians Toon Bodyslam and Joey Boy with the 100 Plus, Cycle Touring Season 2 -- Fly Off To New Zealand campaign. Dial *754* followed by the code under the "100 Plus" soda cap, followed by # and press call. It's that simple for 100 Plus fans to win a chance to cycle around South Island's stunning Lake Pukaki and ride the electrifying Shotover Jet speedboat inside the spectacular Shotover River Canyons. However, if you don't win a trip to New Zealand, you may win a Yamaha Aerox 155 motorbike. There will be 40 winners (20 prizes) in all, so aim to get lucky.
Hidden figures
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 03/03/2017
» With each passing year, countless home and luxury condominiums are erected by the hands of those who will never actually step foot in them. Living in community camps, the builders -- mostly migrant workers from Cambodia -- live in a parallel world -- inside flimsy impromptu tin houses, risking the health and safety of themselves and their families for the hope of a brighter future.