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How did an Indian zoo get the world's most endangered great ape?
AFP, Published on 19/09/2025
» Tapanuli orangutans are the world's most endangered great ape. Fewer than 800 remain, all previously thought to be in their native Indonesia. But now an Indian zoo says it has one.
JW Marriott Bangkok Revamps Iconic Japanese Restaurants
Published on 15/09/2025
» JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok unveils a fresh chapter in Japanese dining with the transformation of its celebrated venues, Tsu Japanese Restaurant and Nami Teppanyaki Steakhouse. The redesigns, rooted in Japanese tradition and inspired by coastal life, reaffirm the hotel’s commitment to offering guests experiences that are both authentic and contemporary.
‘Not a friendly place’: Inside the prison where Thaksin is jailed
Published on 11/09/2025
» Three blankets to sleep with, an open bathing area, bland food and the constant risk of violence. These are the conditions inside the maximum security prison in Thailand’s capital where 76-year-old former premier Thaksin Shinawatra is jailed, according to two people with knowledge of the facility.
Oracle chief Ellison challenges Musk for ‘world’s richest’ title
AFP, Published on 11/09/2025
» NEW YORK - Billionaire Elon Musk is at risk of losing his title as the world's wealthiest person to Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, whose software giant appears poised for massive AI riches through a major deal with OpenAI.
Food beyond taste
Life, Published on 06/09/2025
» Louis Vuitton has long been synonymous with imagination and craft, transforming raw materials into cultural artefacts that transcend utility. At LV The Place Bangkok, this vision now extends beyond fashion and design into new creative territories. The Maison recently hosted the second edition of its Creative Talk series, themed "Beyond The Plate: Cultures, Connection & Convergence".
Gaza: From genocide to real estate scheme
Oped, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 05/09/2025
» A motley band of greedy fantasists got together at the White House on Aug 27 and came up with a cunning plan to bring peace to the Middle East while lining their own pockets at the same time. It was "leaked" within days, as it was clearly meant to be, and since then the sound of outraged clucking has been loud in the land.
Swedish rockers smash Bangkok
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 30/08/2025
» Swedish rock band Smash Into Pieces made their long-awaited Bangkok debut on Aug 20, delivering an immersive, cinematic-rock show that laid bare both their ambition and adaptability.
A new oud masterpiece
Life, John Clewley, Published on 30/08/2025
» This month's Transglobal World Music Chart has plenty of interesting new albums, with many released to coincide with the summer festival season in Europe and North America.
Exclusive interview: "Anthony Ledru" spotlights Tiffany & Co.’s first exhibition in Bangkok
Published on 29/08/2025
» Tiffany & Co.’s first exhibition in Thailand, on display at One Bangkok until September 7, is a rare showcase that brings the designs and world of Jean Schlumberger to life. Featuring iconic pieces from the Tiffany Archive and from the private collection of American collectors Jack and Joan Quinn, the capsule exhibition “Legendary Legacy” is an exquisite opportunity to get up close with iconic masterpieces such as the Tiffany Diamond and the Elephant Head Clip.
Uphold law first
Postbag, Published on 28/08/2025
» Re: "Unholy identity crisis", (Editorial, Aug 27).