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Croatia's Game of Thrones filming sites face threat from Trump tariffs
Reuters, Published on 16/05/2025
» DUBROVNIK — The fortresses and cobbled streets of the ancient Croatian town of Dubrovnik are often crowded with tourists eager to visit the locations from the Game of Thrones television series or the Star Wars: The Last Jedi film.
Hoteliers take a chance with price fluctuation
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 03/05/2025
» Room rates surged during the recent tourism high season, sparking criticism among some travellers who viewed Thai hotels as being more expensive than those in neighbouring countries.
Return to darkness
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 02/05/2025
» The Last Of Us, created by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, has returned for a much-anticipated second season. Based on the iconic and emotionally devastating video game series by Naughty Dog, this HBO adaptation continues to star Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey. And please be warned -- this review contains mild spoilers for episodes one through three. If you haven't seen the new season, now's a good time to stop reading and catch up.
Outdoor screenings at National Museum celebrate Bangkok's 243rd anniversary
Life, Published on 22/04/2025
» From tomorrow until Sunday, enjoy free outdoor screenings in the majestic setting of the National Museum as the Ministry of Culture and the Thai Film Archive present five curated films that showcase diverse aspects of Bangkok, its history, culture and inhabitants, as part of celebrations of the 243rd anniversary of its founding.
ttb Launches Disney-Themed Debit and Credit Cards
Published on 10/04/2025
» TMBThanachart Bank Public Company Limited (ttb) has officially launched the ttb Disney Debit and Credit Cards, becoming the first and only bank in Thailand to partner with Disney in creating themed financial products. Under the campaign “Everyday Life Made Wonderful”, the initiative offers a collection of 22 unique card designs featuring beloved characters from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars - along with exclusive privileges aimed at making everyday spending more rewarding.
Dying for love
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 17/03/2025
» After his Oscar-sweeping triumph Parasite (2019), Bong Joon-ho had carte blanche to do just about anything. His follow-up? Mickey 17 -- a US$115 million (3.8 billion baht) sci-fi dark comedy that's equal parts existential nightmare, absurdist farce and strangely, a love story. Based on Edward Ashton's novel Mickey7, the film is genre-defying, thought-provoking and often downright bizarre -- in the best way possible.
Ttb sets out card business ambitions
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 18/02/2025
» TMBThanachart Bank (ttb) has set out ambitious growth plans for its card business, aiming for stronger income contributions from this segment over the next three years.
It's time to jive on the old six-five
Roger Crutchley, Published on 16/02/2025
» Today is Feb 16, admittedly not a date that would resonate amongst most people. But this day 68 years ago witnessed the first time British television launched a programme dedicated to pop music or rather rock-and-roll. Not exactly earth-shattering news, but it was a start.
Global gold hits record in volatile session as Trump fans haven demand
Published on 11/02/2025
» Global gold endured a volatile few hours’ trading — rallying to a record, then paring gains — after President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on US steel and aluminum imports, adding to uncertainty in global markets.