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Big draw in Hollywood
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 25/03/2017
» Three years ago, Fawn Veerasunthorn became an overnight sensation. A picture of her had gone viral in the country, sending Thais into a fit of excitement and wonder. In it, she was clutching the elusive golden Oscar statuette with a gleaming smile on her face. The caption read "Yay Frozen! (Thanks for the pic, Nancy:)", and it got netizens digging.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 01/04/2017
» 1. If you haven't already bought tickets for the biggest concert of 2017, quickly do so. British rock giant Coldplay will be performing at Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok on Friday for their "A Head Full Of Dreams Tour". Lauded as the best stadium performers of our generation, multi-instrumentalists Chris Martin, Johnny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion, the Grammy award winning band behind megahits like Yellow, The Scientist and Fix You will be spectacular to see. Tickets start at 1,800 baht. Visit www.thaiticketmajor.com.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 09/09/2017
» 1. Art lovers shouldn't miss out on The Commons Art Weekend event today and tomorrow at Thong Lor 17. From 12-8pm, more than 10 local artists, including O Terawat, Alex Face, Tuna Dunn, Nakrob Moonmanas and Aeicha, will be gathered together for fans to have a sneak peak at how they bring their pieces to life. There will be interesting workshops, along with the highlight of the event -- "Unblanking The Canvas" whereby all the artists will work on one single canvas to create a unique mixed-media masterpiece. Visit The Common's Facebook page.
An Anglo-Isan mash-up
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 29/06/2017
» There's always something enticing about traditional beats. It's something different from all the music played on the radio -- something authentic compared to all the boring, gentrified sounds. And that's what Will Robinson felt when he first heard the sound of a phin guitar many years ago on the streets of Sukhumvit.
We ain't Nate, mate
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 21/07/2017
» Nathan Bartling, aka "My Mate Nate", is a hero to some and a low-life to many. The Mormon missionary-turned-local-YouTube star has been plastered all over the news this week once again -- finding himself on the end of public outrage after his latest stunt of trying to flatten coins on Bangkok's railroad tracks. The whole event may seem like an overreaction, but this hasn't been the first time that the 24-year-old American has angered locals and expats due to his juvenile stunts.
Subversive, perverse, funny, honest?
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 10/03/2017
» Joan Cornellà's art isn't for the sensitive of heart. Masked in bright colours and empty smiles of his characters, his comics are vile, controversial, politically incorrect and uncomfortable. But to the right kind of person, they're absolutely hilarious.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 24/12/2016
» 1. After successfully revamping their image from a cosmetics brand for aunties to a must-have brand for young adults, Srichand is further revolutionising themselves with their latest Luminescence Series. Focusing on quality ingredients, the collection, which is produced in Japan, includes a sunscreen, foundation and pressed powder that targets Asian complexions with oily and combination skin. The Srichand Luminescence Fabulous UV Shield SPF50 PA++++, is their non-greasy and fast absorbing sunscreen. Their oil-control foundation, the Srichand Luminescence Splendorous Under Makeup SPF35 PA+++ is of light texture and waterproof, giving moderate coverage with a natural finishing look. And their Srichand Luminescence Glowing Brilliance Perfecting Powder SPF20 PA+++ pressed powder is a long-lasting oil control powder, making anyone's skin looking velvety smooth.
The twilight zone
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 12/04/2016
» April 13 isn't just the start of Songkran -- it's also National Senior Citizen's Day, observed to bring attention to the elderly. With Thailand on a path to becoming the highest-aged society in Asean -- the percentage of elderly among the total population is estimated to rise to 20% in 2020-21 -- there has been increased public and private interest in developing programmes to help senior citizens get out of the house, socialise and become as independent as possible, exercising their physical, emotional and physical well-being in the process.
Problem solved
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 09/04/2019
» If you attended a concert or event in the past four years, chances are you would have encountered a little ticket-selling website called Ticketmelon.com.
Her story in history
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 07/03/2019
» Many celebrations and remembrances have been dedicated to Boonpong Sirivejjabhandu. During World War II, the Thai merchant risked his life to smuggle medicine, money and contraband foods to prisoners of war pressed into slave labour along the River Kwai by the Japanese. He has been credited with saving thousands of lives, and received the George Cross and the rank of Lieutenant Colonel of the British Army by Queen Elizabeth II thanks to his courage.