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Machu Picchu protest strands hundreds of tourists
Published on 17/09/2025
» LIMA - At least 900 tourists were stranded near the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in Peru on Tuesday, the country’s tourism minister said, after a passenger train service was suspended due to a protest.
Grand Prix de la Haute Joaillerie Unveils its First Edition
Published on 17/09/2025
» A few weeks after the announcement in Monaco of the creation of the Grand Prix de la Haute Joaillerie (GPHJ), which will take place on October 25 at the Sporting Monte-Carlo, the co- founders of this exceptional event gathered at the Hôtel d’Évreux, in the heart of the emblematic Place Vendôme, to unveil the participants and program of the inaugural edition of this unprecedented celebration of high-jewellery artistry.
Pianist Nat Yontararak set to tour Europe
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 17/09/2025
» Distinguished pianist Nat Yontararak is on a historical music mission to bring Thai soft power to world-class audiences across three European countries and also Thailand during "Siam Sonata: Musical Tour Through Thailand 2025 By Nat Yontararak" from Sunday until Oct 3.
When Labubu dolls transform into a protest symbol
Oped, Published on 17/09/2025
» I was surprised to see Labubus, the mega-popular toy monsters with Puck-like grins, staring at me in the crowd at anti-ICE demonstrations in Los Angeles in June.
Floods 'a recurring nightmare'
Oped, Published on 16/09/2025
» Thailand has faced floods for more than a century. Some years are worse than others, but the pattern is consistent. The catastrophic 2011 floods remain the most painful reminder: according to the World Bank, they caused US$46.5 billion (1.5 trillion baht) in economic losses, displaced 13 million people, and claimed approximately 800 lives. Much of the country's industrial heartland was submerged for months, severely impacting global supply chains.
Explore Bangladesh's rich heritage with Siam Society
Life, Published on 16/09/2025
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to explore a wide range of important historical, cultural and heritage sites in Bangladesh, from Dec 1-8.
Sonata of soft power
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/09/2025
» Bangkok's Sala Sudasiri Sobha was filled with anticipation as veteran pianist Nat Yontararak, his beloved wife and Pawongduen Yontararak announced their upcoming international concert series "Siam Sonata: Musical Tour Through Thailand 2025". The media conference marked a new chapter in Thailand's cultural diplomacy, one that blends music, heritage and the concept of soft power with performances in some of Europe's most prestigious venues.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: Sept 12-18
Guru, Published on 12/09/2025
» Guru By Bangkok's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Asia’s largest sustainable gastronomy event launches in November
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 11/09/2025
» Terra Madre, the global gathering created by Slow Food and known for its biennial Terra Madre Salone del Gusto event in Turin, Italy, will hold its first-ever regional edition in Asia and Pacific in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, from Nov 19-23.
Bangkok set to transform into an open-air museum for 'Krung Thep Creative Streets'
Life, Published on 11/09/2025
» Bangkok will be transformed into a vibrant open-air museum during "Krung Thep Creative Streets", which will take place from Sept 15-21.