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Remembering soul' s ' Sultans of Sweat '
Life, John Clewley, Published on 21/01/2025
» For twenty years, between 1961 and 1981, the hugely popular US soul and R&B act Sam & Dave, thrilled audiences with their all-action, stompin' soul music. Both singers were brought up singing in gospel choirs at church and they took their 'pleading preacher' call-and-response gospel style to secular audiences.
China sets ambitious growth target amid push to boost confidence
Published on 05/03/2024
» China will set its growth target at around 5% for the year, according to a copy of the government’s annual work report seen by Bloomberg News, raising expectations for officials to unleash more stimulus as they try to lift confidence in a slowing economy.
Fifth amendments
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 15/12/2023
» Amplifying the number, the 55th anniversary of the Seiko 5 Sports is marked by an exhibition comprising five zones and the theme "Find 5 Styles: Find Your Own Style".
Royal takes on Fernandez at ONE Lumpinee today
Sports, Published on 10/11/2023
» Coopar Royal, one of Australia's brightest MMA prospects, is set to test himself in ONE Championship today.
Making a name for oneself in Thailand
Roger Crutchley, Published on 17/09/2023
» Last week's PostScript noted how the use of first names or nicknames in Thailand saves everyone a lot of trouble considering the long Thai surnames. However, this does not totally rule out misunderstandings. Many foreigners find their names pronounced in a unique manner, but that's all part of the fun of living in Thailand.
Husband of Hong Kong star Coco Lee to apply for inquest into her death to dispel rumours against him
South China Morning Post, Published on 07/08/2023
» The husband of late Hong Kong pop celebrity Coco Lee plans to turn to the Coroner's Court to seek an inquest into the cause of her death in a bid to dispel rumours, the Post learned on Monday.
Martial arts superstar Bruce Lee's legacy endures 50 years on
AFP, Published on 19/07/2023
» HONG KONG - Hong Kong businessman W. Wong still remembers the day in 1972 when he first heard neighbourhood kids rave about a figure who seemed larger than life: Bruce Lee.
A basement of horrors in Seoul
Sunday Spotlight, Published on 09/07/2023
» The hostel in central Seoul has a lot to recommend it. The rooms are tidy and affordable enough for K-pop fanatics on a budget and families in need of lots of space on vacation.
Hong Kong spends $165,600 on YouTube video, but nets 4,000 views
South China Morning Post, Published on 12/04/2023
» A one-minute promotional video to mark the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to Chinese rule has only racked up about 4,000 views on the Information Services Department's YouTube channel, despite authorities spending more than HK$1.3 million (US$165,600) to make the clip.
Global icons in focus in new collection
Life, Published on 06/04/2023
» Portraits of global icons and revolutionaries are showcased during “Game Changers”, which is running at RCB Photographers’ Gallery 2, 2nd floor of River City Bangkok, Charoen Krung 24, until April 23.