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Museum Siam goes tech-savvy
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 06/12/2017
» The famed, eye-opening permanent exhibition of Museum Siam -- which investigates the meaning of "Thainess" in a challenging way -- has been closed since May 2016. Last week, the museum on Sanam Chai Road reopened in its full capacity and unveiled a new permanent exhibition, "Decoding Thainess", which will replace the museum's old permanent exhibition that had been on display since the venue opened in 2007.
Thai Postal Service announces new shopping website
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 07/11/2017
» Ever had a sudden hankering for Mahachai's freshly-caught pla tu (mackerel), or Trang's famous grilled pork? Provided you have access to the internet, and live in one of the many major cities in Thailand, the Thai Postal Service (TPS) has you covered.
What’s trending and happening this week
Muse, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 30/09/2017
» 1. The FCCT invites all to join their latest Documentary Film Night screening, this time featuring 2014 docudrama The Circle. Centred on a famous 1950s gay magazine of the same name, The Circle follows schoolteacher Ernst Ostertag who falls in love with performer Robi Rapp amid a movement recognised as a pioneer of gay emancipation in Europe. Members of the FCCT can attend for free on Monday at 7pm, while non-members can enjoy the screening for 150 baht.
What’s trending and happening this week
Muse, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 16/09/2017
» 1. This Sunday at 8pm fans of HBO Asia can tune in for the premiere of SENT, the latest series from the studio. The series follows meek Financial Compliance officer Jay Bunani (Haresh Tilani), a frustrated man who keeps hundreds of incendiary email drafts he writes to people who aggravate him, but never sends them. When a twist of fate causes all those emails to be sent out to everyone in his life, Jay becomes an instant internet sensation, but not in a good way. Thai viewers can catch the series live on HBO Go through the AIS Play and AIS Playbox platforms. You can also watch the first episode for free online at hboasia.com from Sept 18-24.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 19/08/2017
» 1. From today until next Wednesday, head to the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Centre for the SAC Asean Film Festival. A commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the formation of the Asean community, the festival will feature seven films from seven neighbouring Asean countries of Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore and Malaysia, as well as seminars and discussions about various topics. The event is free of charge. Make your reservations now at www.sac.or.th.
Seeking care for mental health problems
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 25/07/2017
» Last week, the rock world reeled following the announcement that Chester Bennington, the frontman of the band Linkin Park, had ended his own life at the age of 41. It was just a couple months removed from the band's release of their seventh album in May, and a week out from the band's planned tour.
What’s trending and happening this week
Muse, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 22/07/2017
» 1. PABLO, the famous Japanese cheese tart brand from Osaka, Japan, recently launched their new PABLO x MAMUANG line of products, a collaboration with the well-known Thai cartoon Mamuang Chan. The featured products in the collection include a mango-purée filled cheese tart (475 baht a piece), the "mini mango" mini tart (95 baht a piece) and a special umbrella designed by the illustrator who created Mamuang Chan. These special products will only be available until Sept 14, and can be found at PABLO branches in CentralPlaza Lardprao and Siam Paragon.
Planes, trains and assorted thrills
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 29/06/2017
» Touted as an art gallery, theatre, cinema, co-working space, cafe & restaurant, design studio, exotic garden, vintage barber and private museum -- among several other creative things -- ChangChui has become the talk of the town in recent days as much for its artsy, hipsterish concept as its contribution to the massive traffic congestion in the Bang Plad area since its opening last Friday. Over the weekend it attracted thousands of visitors, shoppers, diners and selfie addicts who feasted on ChangChui's industrial chic backdrop. By last Sunday, the space suggested through its Facebook page for visitors to come by taxi, for the convenience of everyone.
Sisters are doin' it for themselves
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 22/06/2017
» Call it teen power. Or the epitome of kawaii culture. Or a great marketing idea. Some may also detect a strange, Lolita-tinted vibe. But with their own TV, anime and manga series, as well as the record for "highest selling musical act in Japan in terms of singles sold", AKB48, with 48 members, are a long-standing Japanese idol girl-group known for their super-cute style and catchy tunes. It has been described as a national phenomenon in its country of origin, with a devoted fanbase that has followed the band's songs and merchandise since its inception over a decade ago in 2005.
The boon of sourcing the crowd
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 02/06/2017
» Internet users have most likely heard of crowdfunding, the concept of acquiring funding for projects from voluntary public contributions, usually online. But while most crowdfunding platforms (Kickstarter, IndieGoGo, etc) are usually focused on the funding of cool ideas or products, Weeboon -- a new Thailand-based platform -- is currently leveraging the power of social media and online crowdfunding towards charitable causes, allowing NGOs, companies and members of the public to receive the funds for pursuing their causes.