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A trip back in time
Life, Punsita Ritthikarn, Published on 07/04/2022
» Originally built in the inner court of the Grand Palace on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Phra Tamnak Daeng, or Red House, was once the residence of Sri Sudarak, King Rama I's elder sister. Following Queen Sri Suriyendra's request, this wooden house was relocated to Wangderm Palace in Thon Buri where she later spent the rest of her life with her son King Pinklao.
Lighting up our spirits
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 31/03/2022
» When the night falls, the neighbourhoods of Charoen Krung, Talad Noi and Soi Nana in Yaowarat are once again flooded with young visitors snapping selfies. Until Sunday, ancient buildings and ethnic communities along the banks of the Chao Phraya River are being lit up to provide cheerful sentiment as Awakening Bangkok returns to the City of Angels for its fourth edition.
The Smugglers' Paradise of Afghanistan
Sunday Spotlight, Published on 20/03/2022
» The smuggler barrelled down the narrow dirt road, bouncing into craters and over rocks that jutted out from the scrubland. His headlights were off and as the car picked up speed, he tightened his grip on the steering wheel trying to wrestle it under his control.
Zelensky urges Germany to tear down new Russian 'Wall' in Europe
AFP, Published on 17/03/2022
» BERLIN - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on Germany to help destroy a new "Wall" Russia was erecting in Europe, speaking in an emotional video address to parliament Thursday.
Thousands in Russia protest Ukraine war, hundreds detained
AFP, Published on 25/02/2022
» MOSCOW: Russian police have detained more than 1,700 people at anti-war protests across dozens of cities as thousands took to the streets after President Vladimir Putin sent troops to invade Ukraine, an independent monitor said Thursday.
Chiang Mai seeks its inner strength
Life, Punsita Ritthikarn, Published on 24/02/2022
» After the global freeze on travel over two years, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the new "Amazing Thailand, Amazing New Chapters" concept for 2022, leading both Thai and foreign tourists to continue their journey and gain new travelling experiences, filled with a more fascinating insight into local culture and wisdom.
Bangkok’s newest international school
Published on 21/02/2022
» Opening just a few short weeks ago, The Invictus International Programme (IIP) is one of the newest institutions to join Bangkok’s growing number of international schools. Leading the trilingual school through the high pressured opening stages Claire Bell, Head of Invictus International Programme, explained why the school is destined to stand out from the crowd in Thailand’s extremely competitive education sector.
Last-ditch effort to avert Ukraine catastrophe
Published on 19/02/2022
» Russian President Vladimir Putin launched exercises by strategic nuclear missile forces on Saturday and Washington said Russian troops massed near Ukraine’s border were “poised to strike”.
Chon Buri revisited
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 17/02/2022
» The beach town of Chon Buri is reviving after the country reinstated the Thailand Pass system to welcome foreign tourists this month. Pattaya, Bang Lamung, Koh Sichang, Si Racha and Sattahip have been added to the Sandbox programme as a new alternative.
Reserved Luxury
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 11/02/2022
» Centara Reserve Samui is the inaugural property of the new brand Reserve, which aims to be the five-star-luxury tier under Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hospitality operator. The beachfront property is formerly known as Centara Grand Beach Resort Samui for more than two decades until it was closed in 2019 for a complete transformation and reopened its doors on Dec 1 last year. Why the name Reserve? It's a place set aside for a special purpose where luxury and sanctuary intermingle.