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Hong Kong's film industry to get more cash to promote city
South China Morning Post, Published on 18/06/2024
» HONG KONG - More government cash will be pumped into Hong Kong's film industry to help it break into international markets and promote the city's culture overseas, the finance chief has said.
Defusing heritage rows
Oped, Editorial, Published on 18/04/2024
» As the Songkran water-splashing festival draws to a close in Thailand and Cambodia, the war of words among netizens -- sparked by a Thai influencer who made sarcastic comments about the Khmer New Year -- drags on.
Elephant torture
Oped, Postbag, Published on 16/03/2024
» Re: "Plans for training centres to tame angry elephants", (BP, March 15).
Muay Thai boxers to mark World Wai Kru event
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 14/03/2024
» Visitors to Ayutthaya Historical Park this Saturday and Sunday will have a chance to witness the World Wai Kru Muay Thai Ceremony 2024, with Wat Mahathat and Wat Langkha Khao serving as the major ritual grounds.
Remembering Akira Toriyama
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/03/2024
» Last Sunday marked a sombre day for manga enthusiasts as news spread of the passing of Japanese icon Akira Toriyama (1955-2024). An official statement from his company, Bird Studio, said that the creator of Dragon Ball had passed away on March 1 at the age of 68 due to a sudden and tragic blood clot in the brain. Toriyama's demise came as a shock to many given his active involvement in numerous creative projects and his evident enthusiasm for his craft.
Cobra Gold drills to include Muay Thai
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 26/02/2024
» Muay Thai training will be included in this year's Cobra Gold joint military exercise, which starts today, as part of the government's policy to promote the martial art as one of Thailand's "soft powers".
Siam Paragon Celebrates Chinese New Year in Style
Published on 09/02/2024
» Siam Paragon reinforces its status as a premier ‘global destination’ for both Thai and international visitors. To celebrate the Chinese New Year 2024, Siam Paragon, in collaboration with KASIKORNBANK, is proud to present a magnificent celebration to welcome the Year of the Dragon, entitled "Siam Paragon Golden Prosperous Chinese New Year 2024: The Greatest Year of The Dragon." The festivities are scheduled from today until February 11, 2024, at Siam Paragon, Bangkok.
ONE Championship's Chatri honoured with special award
Sports, Post Reporters, Published on 09/02/2024
» Chatri Sityodtong's contribution to the martial art sport was recognised at the Amazing Muay Thai Festival in Hua Hin on Tuesday.
Join the Lunar New Year party in BKK and beyond
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 08/02/2024
» Everyone is waiting to celebrate the Year of the Dragon which will begin on Saturday. Represented by the most powerful creature of the 12-animal Chinese zodiac, this year is considered special. And, of course, many shopping malls have special decorations and exciting activities to allow everyone to start the Lunar New Year in grand style. Here are some of the highlights.
Where the dragons roam
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/02/2024
» Two dragon-shaped lighting sculptures around the iconic Dechatiwong Bridge greet visitors to Nakhon Sawan as people return home during the 12-day Pak Nam Pho Chinese New Year Festival, which runs until Feb 14.