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A year of K-pop
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/12/2023
» One of the biggest K-pop stories in December has been the enlistment of the remaining four members of BTS for mandatory military service. On Dec 11, RM, the leader of BTS, and V, the vocalist, began their enlistment. The following day, two other vocalists, Jimin and Jungkook, entered training camps in Yeoncheon together. As the world's biggest boy band goes on hiatus, it will be interesting to see which rival claims the top spot in the absence of BTS.
A German oasis for Thais
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 31/01/2020
» For passersby on Berlin's major shopping street Tauentzienstraße, the 113-year-old KaDeWe might just be one of the biggest department stores in Europe.
Born this way
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 15/03/2019
» What is it like to be a transgender woman living in Asia?
Teens, queens and political machines
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 25/02/2019
» More LGBTI personalities in politics and the mainstream media, plus the return of a transgender beauty pageant in our monthly round-up of rainbow news.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 04/08/2018
» 1 Stay fresh whether it's rain or sunshine with Starbucks' new fruity Frappuccino blended beverages. Try Apricot and Peach Yoghurt and get a bite of white peach jelly and bits of real white peach. Or take a big gulp of Ruby Red Grape, which comes with red grape jelly and blended red grape juice. Pair these drinks with the new breakfast menu that include egg bacon English muffin, brioche bun and more for a great start of your day. Available now at Starbucks stores nationwide.
Of grief and gender
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 31/10/2016
» A round-up of queer-related entertainment and happenings in Thailand.
Small step forward
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 29/08/2016
» When it was announced that the popular model-seeking reality show The Face Thailand -- which is coming back for its third season -- is accepting transgender women into competition for the first time, it caused a joyous glee in many parts of the LGBT community. Another step towards gender equality is always cause for celebration.
Big-screen shift
Asia focus, Published on 02/05/2016
» JAIPUR, INDIA - Indian cinema is witnessing a major sea change. While dubbed Hollywood movies in the multilingual Indian market are becoming bigger box-office successes, Hollywood producers are also finding that Indian themes appeal to a wide audience and they are shooting more films in the country.
A not so straightforward affair
Life, Published on 15/03/2016
» It was that time of year again when the Elle/Elle Men Fashion Week buzz hit town. The iconic white tent in front of CentralWorld may have been on hiatus, but the stylish crowd were in for new vibes this season, with Central Embassy playing as host venue. The P-shaped runway was a first and made each model's strutting ground less of a straightforward affair. Running from Friday to Sunday with a total of nine shows, pioneering names, popular favourites, as well as a retailer (Uniqlo!) stomped down this year's curiously angled catwalk to show their spring/summer collections.
The search for sparkle
Asia focus, Tanyatorn Tongwaranan, Published on 16/11/2015
» While global sales of diamond jewellery rose nearly 3% last year and exceeded US$80 billion for the first time, there are signs that diamonds are beginning to lose their sparkle as wealthy spenders turn to other luxury products and younger consumers show less interest in gems.