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Remembering the 'King of the Talking Song'
Life, John Clewley, Published on 13/08/2024
» National Artist and luk thung icon Phloen Phromdaen passed away on Aug 3, aged 85. He was one of the titans of the luk thung world, garnering the nickname Raja Phleng Phut (King of the Talking Song) for the spoken passages in the middle of his songs.
Thailand in Pop Culture
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/07/2022
» Before the words "soft power" entered the Thai zeitgeist, you may not have been aware that Thailand received plenty of love in the world of pop culture, globally. Here are a few of the most memorable ones from films, video games, music videos and more.
Room service
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 01/05/2020
» With everyone adapting to the new norm, hotels have had to reimagine the services they provide. Thinking well outside the box has become an important prerequisite, not just to generate revenue, but also to comfort and soothe the safety-conscious, yet still discerning guests. Guru lists a few examples of the innovative measures.
New Year celebrations at Waldorf Astoria Bangkok
Holiday Time, Published on 17/12/2019
» The most joyous time of the year is fast approaching, and it is time to plan ahead for some holiday fun. Visit Waldorf Astoria Bangkok to imbibe some holiday cheer, where we have prepared a season of discerning culinary and entertainment celebrations in the iconic setting of the hotel.
Suchatvee linked to City Hall
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/07/2019
» Suchatvee Suwansawat, president of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), has remained coy over a possible run for Bangkok governor later this year, yet his flood control strategy is the kind of policy upon which campaigns are built.
Weekend watch
Muse, Published on 17/02/2018
» Parc Paragon, Siam ParagonRama I11am-9pm, until tomorrow
Rolling out the red carpet
Life, Published on 02/01/2018
» Music, movies, malls and more: What to expect in 2018.
Military shot Italian journalist, court decides
Jon Fernquest, Published on 29/05/2013
» Who fired the gun & why not known, no order to shoot unarmed civilians but bullet came from soldier's direction, military remains untouchable.
Journalist clears King's Guard
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 19/03/2013
» A French journalist insisted Monday that the King's Guard unit which he followed during the army's crackdown on red-shirt protesters in 2010 was not responsible for the deaths of six people at Wat Pathumwanaram.
DSI details evidence in crackdown deaths
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 18/05/2012
» The DSI chief says evidence implicates state authorities in 25 deaths occurring during the 2010 crackdown on the red-shirts, the red-shirts themselves in 12, but evidence relating to the other 52 deaths is inconclusive.