Showing 1 - 10 of 262
Leveraging Thailand's superyacht exposure
Oped, Published on 19/04/2025
» The feature of the 117-foot (35.7-metre) catamaran Spacecat in the television series The White Lotus Season 3, set in the Gulf of Thailand and in the waters around Phuket, highlights the potential of Thailand's superyacht charter market. Delivered in November 2022 by Silver Yachts, the vessel showcased luxury against the backdrop of Thailand. This visibility presents an opportunity to further develop Thailand's luxury tourism and service industry, moving beyond glamour to build a sustainable sector that could drive economic growth. Thailand has significant assets; strategic support can help this industry thrive.
Experience the magic of K-pop, T-pop at Fansland Music Festival in May
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/04/2024
» K-Pop and T-Pop fans, get ready to be thrilled! Organised by iMe Thailand, "Fansland Music Festival" brings together renowned Korean and Thai artists for a two-day extravaganza on May 4 and 5 at Impact Exhibition Hall 5-8, Muang Thong Thani.
BTS's Jimin first S. Korean solo artist to top US songs chart
AFP, Published on 04/04/2023
» NEW YORK - Jimin, a member of the K-pop supergroup BTS, has made history as the first South Korean solo artist to land the number one spot on the top US songs chart, Billboard announced Monday.
Around the world
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/12/2022
» The past year was a good one for the K-pop industry. Both the kings and queens of K-pop -- BTS and Blackpink -- celebrated their successful breakthrough in the American music industry.
Record rainfall, flooding in Seoul kill 7
AFP, Published on 09/08/2022
» SEOUL: Subway stations and major roads were underwater in the South Korean capital Seoul after record-breaking rains caused severe flooding, with at least seven people dead and seven more missing, officials said Tuesday.
'Gangnam Style' impact endures a decade after it broke the internet
AFP, Published on 12/07/2022
» SEOUL - When South Korean rapper Psy released "Gangnam Style" a decade ago, few anticipated the scale and speed of its success, and how it would help usher in the streaming revolution.
10 years after 'Gangnam Style', Psy is happier than ever
AFP, Published on 03/06/2022
» SEOUL - Ten years after "Gangnam Style" became a global phenomenon, South Korean rapper Psy is living his best life –- proud of his "greatest trophy" and free from the pressure of repeating that unprecedented success.
BTS members shine in individual collaborations
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/05/2022
» Although global sensation BTS is notable for excellent teamwork, their individual talent is also recognised. While listeners are waiting for their new album, which will be released on June 10, two band members -- Suga and Jimin -- worked with other artists to make hit songs.
BTS’ Suga produces and features on Psy’s new song
Published on 01/05/2022
» A new song by South Korean rapper Psy, also known as Park Jae-sang, was produced by and features BTS member Suga.
South Korea's incoming president faces backlash from BTS fans
Life, Published on 11/04/2022
» Unhappy fans of South Korean boy group BTS accused President-elect Yoon Suk-yeol of trying to use their idols to boost his ratings after his transition team hinted the group could be booked to perform at the inauguration ceremony next month.