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K-pop stars ZeroBaseOne set to perform in Bangkok
Life, Published on 13/10/2025
» K-pop groups formed through reality singing contests often rise to fame quickly because they already have a large fan base. ZeroBaseOne is one such group that has followed this successful format.
A master class in acting
Life, Published on 26/06/2025
» I'm not at all convinced by Terrence McNally's stage play Master Class, based on the legendary opera singer Maria Callas. On the other hand, Tarin Prinyaknit's production, featuring a tour de force performance from the award-winning actress Jaa Phantachat as the faded opera star, is a triumph of the Bangkok stage.
Zee Pruk: Chasing the Ray of ‘Zunshine’
Published on 05/06/2025
» Key Information Name: Pruk Panich Nickname: Zee Born: Chiang Rai, Thailand Birth date: Sept 10, 1992 Height: 182 centimetrers Known for: Actor, singer and entrepreneur Instagram: @zeepruk
When musical theatre goes gangster
Life, Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Published on 05/06/2025
» Produced by Scenario and directed by Takonkiet Viravan, Gangster 2499 The Musical is a new stage adaptation of the iconic 1997 Thai film Dang Bireley's And Young Gangsters. The musical reimagines the gritty world of 1950s Bangkok gangsters through a dynamic theatrical lens.
Plain English fights a daily losing battle
Roger Crutchley, Published on 06/04/2025
» In the UK there is an organisation called the Plain English Campaign that strives to uphold standards in everyday spoken English. Some might say it is fighting a losing battle but they deserve a pat on the back for their efforts.
Border disputes need a smarter path
News, Published on 27/02/2025
» Though I live in Washington, DC, I generally spend some time each year in Thailand. When I visited recently, I was interested in noting the renewed controversy around the MOU 44 with Cambodia concerning Koh Kut and the overlapping claims area. While there are obvious parallels with the Preah Vihear conflict, using the dispute surrounding the celebrated temple complex as a guide for an effective resolution in Koh Kut will prove unsatisfactory for all parties.
Jeff Satur: From a Fading Star to a Luminous Red Giant
Published on 19/02/2025
» Key Information Name: Worakamol Satur Nickname: Jeff Born: Bangkok, Thailand Birth date: March 6, 1995 Height: 178 cm Known for: Singer and actor Instagram: @jeffsatur
Trump inauguration moved indoors due to extreme cold
AFP, Published on 18/01/2025
» WASHINGTON - Donald Trump confirmed that his inauguration as US president on Monday will move indoors due to expected freezing weather, undercutting the Republican’s hopes for a grandiose spectacle to kick off his second term.
Choi Jin-hyuk to meet fans in Bangkok
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/11/2024
» This Saturday, fans of Choi Jin-hyuk can meet him at "2024 Choi Jin-hyuk Fan-Con Tour In Bangkok". Organised by 247 Entertainment, the event will take place at Aksra Theatre King Power.
Give learning centres a chance
Editorial, Published on 15/09/2024
» In a striking irony, as Thailand pledged to the United Nations to protect refugee children's rights, the Ministry of Education early this month started cracking down on learning centres for migrant and refugee children out of ultra-nationalistic fervour.