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What makes Bangkok a Learning City?
Life, Published on 09/09/2024
» The heavy downpour had just ceased and with umbrella in hand, 72-year-old Prateep Ungsongtham Hata, widely known as Khru Prateep ("Teacher Prateep"), led us single file through the damp narrow alleys of Klong Toey community, frequently pausing to reciprocate cordial greetings from community members. At one point, she called our attention to what seemed like a pile of rubble.
Korean soft power in focus at QSNCC
Life, Published on 27/06/2024
» People are invited to learn more about Korean soft power at the Korea Pavilion, held as part of the "Thacca Splash – Soft Power Forum 2024", at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Ratchadaphisek Road, from tomorrow to Sunday.
A miraculous escape
Life, Published on 24/06/2024
» More than 200 Thai students were studying in the Philippines when the Pacific War broke out on Dec 8, 1941. But when Thailand signed a military alliance with Japan, several of those students were arrested by the Philippine Constabulary as members of a Fifth Column.
Duo to host an all-Mozart programme
Life, Published on 06/05/2024
» The father and daughter duo, Nat and Pinnaree Yontararak, will present "Learning Piano From Mozart" at Sala Sudasiri Sobha on Sunday at 4pm.
The flight of the Eagle Hunters
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/11/2023
» Ten years ago, photographer Jatenipat Ketpradit, also known as JKBoy, embarked on a journey to Mongolia to capture portraits of the Eagle Hunters Tribe. Accompanied by a local guide, Jatenipat had to go door to door to search for members of the clan as only a few still make a living from the profession these days.
Capturing the many faces of khon
Life, Published on 02/10/2023
» A white unadorned mask, worn back-to-front in unorthodox fashion, rises from the ground and levels an inscrutable gaze upon the audience. A consummate performance of Chui Chai, a piece of traditional dance choreography, commences with the dancer facing away from the audience and towards the back of the stage of Jitti Chompee's Miscellany Of Khon.
Catch the innovations from Taiwan at Bitec
Life, Published on 17/07/2023
» The Taiwan Excellence Pavilion will take centre stage at "Taiwan Expo 2023", which will take place at Bitec Hall 100, Bang Na-Trat Road, daily from 10am to 6pm starting Thursday to Saturday.
Ceramic bulls from Peru land in Siam Discovery
Life, Published on 10/07/2023
» An exquisite collection of iconic ceramic bulls from Peru takes centre stage during "Torito De Pucará: Ambassador Of The Peruvian Highlands", which is running on the 5th floor of Siam Discovery, Rama I Road, until July 23.
Book drive for foreign inmates
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 12/05/2023
» A good book provides not just entertainment, but also magical transportation. Reading can be a calm escape from desperation and a guiding light through the darkness.
Social work symposium in Bangkok
Life, Published on 22/03/2023
» In celebration of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day 2023, the Asean Training Centre for Social Work and Social Welfare is holding an international symposium on the theme "Human Security Is Global Security", at Novotel Bangkok Platinum Pratunam, Phetchaburi Road on Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm.