• LIFE

  Witch on the Deck

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/03/2020

  » Wanton Witch, whose real name is Miriam Alegria, is a Malaysian-born, Bangkok-based trans DJ. Besides making her name known in the nightlife scene playing at intimate club nights and last year's Wonderfruit, she also cofounded a queer underground music community called Non Non Non.

• LIFE

  A (drag) star is (re)born

  Life, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/07/2020

  » The art of drag has been gaining momentum in the Thai mainstream in recent years, thanks to two seasons of Drag Race Thailand, the Thai version of the Emmy-winning RuPaul's Drag Race, and various gay-friendly parties popping over the town in pre-Covid-19 Bangkok.

• LIFE

  Restaurant Revival

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/10/2021

  » Eating out has returned but in a limited capacity, while today marks another easing of Covid-19 restrictions, which allows more businesses such as indoor gyms and spas to reopen. As our lives slowly (and hopefully) return to somewhat normalcy, here are a few noteworthy developments from the dining scene that you can look forward to.

• OPINION

  Blasts from the past with Thai film posters

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/07/2022

  » Thai posters of Hollywood films have rightfully gained something of a cult following (movie pun intended). They are an art form in their own right since Thai artists took the liberty of creating local versions of famous Hollywood films and reimagined them in a new light by hand, often adding key moments from the plot almost to the point of revealing spoilers as opposed to the subtle approach of their originals, which depicted just enough to pique your curiosity.

• OPINION

  Popcat fever

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/08/2021

  » How many pops have you made? Popcat website/game took Thai internet by storm over the weekend. And the furry frenzy was still going strong at the time of going to press. ICYMT, here's a summary of the online feline phenomenon so far. Yes, cat pun very intended.

• OPINION

  Get out of students' hair

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/11/2020

  » Earlier this week, the debate over student hairstyle rules returned after Veera Khaengkasikarn, deputy permanent-secretary for education, uttered perhaps the most perplexing statement ever said in 2020 during an interview in Tham Throng Throng Kab Jomquan on Thairath TV.

• TRAVEL

  Barefoot Bliss

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 27/05/2022

  » Now that international travel and flying restrictions are easing up as more and more countries are welcoming back tourists, you may want to make your first trip aboard in a long while extra special. If the alluring atolls of the Maldives come to mind, a stay at Gili Lankanfushi Maldives may prove to be a bucket-list-worthy experience.

• OPINION

  Dubious Designs

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/10/2021

  » Good designs can stop you in your tracks and catch your attention. Questionable designs garner the same reaction, though with unintentional comedic effect or innuendos. Don't believe me? Here are a few of so-bad-it's-good designs for your entertainment.

• OPINION

  Letter to Santa for Thais

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 20/12/2019

  » Your year-end schedule is probably pretty hectic, trying to get everything done so you can have a worry-free break during Christmas and New Year. You may be so busy that you may forget to write the annual letter to Santa Claus (indulge me, readers). To make it easy for you, I have created a template that you can fill in to secure your gift at the last minute, despite having being naughty or nice. Don't forget to send it to SantaClaus@NorthPoleMail.com when you're done. Merry Xmas, everyone!

• LIFE

  Elevated Stay, in more than one way

  Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/03/2020

  » Located amid nature's embrace, Veranda High Resort Chiang Mai -- MGallery is less than a 30-minute drive from CNX. The drive to the stylish property is flanked by trees, local homes and businesses, and hills on the horizon. The effort and attention that goes into making a sense of arrival is evident. Beyond a discreet wooden door is a world where architectural and natural beauties co-exist.

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