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Japan's bruised ruling party to pick yet another leader
AFP, Published on 04/10/2025
» TOKYO — Japan's ruling party began voting Saturday to choose its fifth leader in as many years, charged with reviving its flagging fortunes as a new anti-immigration grouping snaps at its heels.
In an Irish memorial, I see echoes of Palestine
Oped, Published on 03/10/2025
» The figures by the River Liffey in Dublin are more clothes than flesh. The Famine Memorial, created by Rowan Gillespie, holds in bronze a moment of suffering, the settling in of the Great Hunger, which would cut Ireland's population by more than a quarter, the gone either dead or emigrated.
The school of trauma
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 03/10/2025
» Remember that Netflix documentary last year called The Program: Cons, Cults, And Kidnapping? It exposed the horrors young people endure through parent-sanctioned abductions to so-called academies designed to "fix" wayward kids. That documentary left many of us shaken with its raw look into an industry that preys on fear and promises false solutions.
Exhibition unfurls vintage rugs and iconic film history
Life, Published on 02/10/2025
» Vintage rugs and iconic film posters will take centre stage at "Vintage Revival: The Found & Reels", which will take place at Forum, ground floor of Gaysorn Amarin, Phloenchit Road, daily from 10am to 9pm, starting tomorrow until Oct 12.
Beyond limits
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 16/09/2025
» 'I'm delighted to inform you that you are the winner of our prestigious award!" read an email from the Chicago Athenaeum Museum.
JW Marriott Bangkok Revamps Iconic Japanese Restaurants
Published on 15/09/2025
» JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok unveils a fresh chapter in Japanese dining with the transformation of its celebrated venues, Tsu Japanese Restaurant and Nami Teppanyaki Steakhouse. The redesigns, rooted in Japanese tradition and inspired by coastal life, reaffirm the hotel’s commitment to offering guests experiences that are both authentic and contemporary.
Act now as Suu Kyi is gravely ill
Oped, Published on 10/09/2025
» Just days ago, Kim Aris, the youngest son of 80-year-old Aung San Suu Kyi, told The Independent that his mother -- Myanmar's imprisoned democracy leader and Nobel Peace Laureate -- is gravely ill with worsening heart disease.
Korean-American artist explores identity and nature
Life, Published on 04/09/2025
» Art lovers are invited to explore resilience, identity and the vitality of life during "Polyculture", which is running at Tang Contemporary Art until Oct 12.
Loro Piana presents new resort collection
Life, Published on 29/08/2025
» Loro Piana presents the Resort 2025 collection, inspired by the iconic setting of the Venetian lagoon where pristine nature blends with architectural splendour. Strolling along the canals of Burano or the shore of the Lido uncovering historic and artistic treasures, the wardrobe of the season captures moments of joy and discovery. The collection embodies exceptional taste through refined silhouettes that move freely with the body, crafted from Loro Piana's signature summer fibres -- silk, cotton and linen. The exclusive Antigua weaving technique lends fluidity and charm to dresses and wide-leg trousers, offering a sense of ease and sophistication. The collection is now available at Loro Piana boutiques -- M floor of Siam Paragon and 1st floor of Iconsiam.
Old places, new menus
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 21/08/2025
» Bored of eating the same thing twice? Fear no more, here's a list of restaurants that have shuffled things up to make sure you're never bored or short of choices while dining out.