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If Thai Politics Were Good...
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/07/2020
» A new round of student-led protests against the government erupted last Saturday in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. They demanded the dissolution of parliament, no harassment of government critics and amendments to the military-written Constitution, which they deem to secure premiership for Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in elections last March. They gave the government two weeks to respond or else they would ramp up their protests.
Beam me up!
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/08/2019
» Interest in extraterrestrial things (and beings) make a comeback to the Thai collective consciousness, thanks to asteroid 2006 QQ23 flying by and a viral video in which a local man, who claims to be a medium of Pluto God, warns humanity of 2020 doomsday in an alien tongue. This got us thinking about the local interest in UFOs and aliens, and how Thailand is linked to alien stories in a way that you may not be aware of. We aren't saying we believe in Pluto God or trying to convince you one way or another but there are many pieces of evidence (of varying degrees of credibility) of alleged alien visits to the Land Of Smiles and they are too fascinating not to share.
A date with 2016
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/01/2016
» Although you're probably nursing a post-countdown hangover, allow us to help you kickstart 2016 on a spirited note. We present you a line-up of fun and exciting events that will occur this year. Mark these dates on your physical (or digital) calendars -- it looks like 2016 will be another bustling year.
Let There Be (En) Light (enment)
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/07/2014
» Some of you may be feeling like you have to give up your weekend bar-hopping since today is Asarnha Bucha Day and tomorrow is Buddhist Lent Day (never thought these holy days would appear on our sin-filled pages, did you?). Instead of giving you tips for being ordained into monkhood or what kind of animal to release to gain the most merit, we want to help you nurture your spirituality with our selection of peace-loving havens that can be found right here in Bangkok. We also have other cool ways to make merit without having to get up super early to give alms to Buddhist monks. May the inner peace be with you.
The big give
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 13/12/2013
» Sure, a stuffed animal or voucher for sexual favours could be quite a neat gift, but some people require more thought when it comes to buying presents. If you’re having trouble finding the right gift for the right person this holiday season, we’re here to help. Use our gift suggestions based on different personality types to find something suitable for even your pickiest friend. Happy gifting, everyone!
Off the Plate
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/06/2012
» When you think of the eating ritual, you normally think of putting an end to a growling stomach while pleasing the tastebuds, right? In Thailand, however, there have been incidents where food has become more than just food and people have eaten for other reasons besides bodily obedience. Here are six examples of how Thai people have strangely incorporated food into their way of living. Warning: You may never look at food the same way again.