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Historical horrors
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/06/2024
» The Oct 6, 1976, massacre was one of Thailand's most tragic incidents -- a violent crackdown by the Royal Thai Police and right-wing paramilitaries against student protesters at Thammasat University and areas around Sanam Luang.
House Samyan to screen HK films
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 11/10/2023
» In collaboration with Create Hong Kong, Hong Kong Film Development Fund and Asian Film Awards Academy, House Cinema presents a film festival and exhibition titled "Next Generation: Emerging Directors Exhibition & Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation". The event aims to introduce Thai moviegoers to contemporary Hong Kong films created by emerging filmmakers.
Latest updates from the world of Korean showbiz
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 14/09/2023
» Here are two updates from Korean showbiz this week. First, fans of Korean TV should not miss the superhero series Moving. Second, IU Concert: The Golden Hour will feature on the big screen in Thailand.
Tackling domestic violence
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 06/06/2023
» A 20-year-old female influencer, Gigi, and her air force cadet boyfriend Ikkyu were recently found dead in her condominium. A pistol, belonging to Ikkyu's father who is a military general, was discovered next to their bodies. Since only two individuals were present at the crime scene, police believe that Gigi's 19-year-old boyfriend may have shot her and then taken his own life.
KCON returns to Impact Arena after hiatus
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/03/2023
» After three years of hiatus, "KCON Thailand" is finally coming back. "KCON 2023 Thailand" will be held at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, this weekend (March 18-19). On the first day on Saturday, the artist line-up includes BamBam, (G)I-Dle, iKon, J01, KQ Fellaz 2, Mbitious, P1Harmony, and 8Turn. On the second day, Sunday, Young-jae is the headliner, followed by Itzy, ATEEZ, Kep1er, INI, Tempest, TNX, and TO1.
Seeking justice and equality
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/05/2022
» Mention Thailand's Deep South and people usually refer to the three southern border provinces -- Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat -- and four districts of Songkhla -- Chana, Thepha, Na Thawi and Saba Yoi. Also for many people, the Deep South can mean violence and insurgency.
At the crossroads of history
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/03/2022
» In a career than spans three decades, photojournalist Vinai Dithajohn has risked his life covering several coups and protest movements mostly using Democracy Monument as a vantage point. An exhibition of some his most harrowing shots and others that humanise protesters and police officers alike is currently on display at Bangkok's VS Gallery.
Home of the monsters
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/01/2022
» Monsters in fairy tales, myths and legends are fascinating due to mysterious images and stories. On display now at SAC Gallery, a group exhibition titled "Monster" takes viewers to explore extraordinary stories hidden behind the images of animals, humans and objects.
A disappearing river
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/03/2021
» Artist Disorn Duangdao is one of the many people who has seen the Mekong River in Chiang Khong, Chiang Rai, change from muddy brown to an aquamarine colour. Although the blue river looks beautiful to tourists, it is actually a sign that the river is starving of vital sediment because dams in China are preventing it from flowing downstream. Another negative impact caused by the dam is that the river has dried up so much that the rocks in the bed can be seen for the first time.
Still unlocking life's mysteries
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/09/2020
» One of the most translated books available in over 300 languages, The Little Prince is one of the world's bestselling novellas. Written by French author Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince tells the story of a prince who lives on an Asteroid called B 612 and travels to other planets where he meets and questions six different people -- a king, a conceited man, a tippler, a businessman, a lamplighter and a geographer, before arriving on Earth.