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The King of Qawwali returns
Life, John Clewley, Published on 10/09/2024
» The great Pakistani qawwali singer, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, dubbed the "Shahenshah-e-Qawwali" (the King of the Kings of Qawwali) died in 1997 at the young age of 48. He was right at the peak of his powers.
Modern India on a plate
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 09/09/2024
» Bangkok is no stranger to modern Indian restaurants, especially with the best restaurant in the country, according to the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 list, being Indian.
What makes Bangkok a Learning City?
Life, Published on 09/09/2024
» The heavy downpour had just ceased and with umbrella in hand, 72-year-old Prateep Ungsongtham Hata, widely known as Khru Prateep ("Teacher Prateep"), led us single file through the damp narrow alleys of Klong Toey community, frequently pausing to reciprocate cordial greetings from community members. At one point, she called our attention to what seemed like a pile of rubble.
An exorcism drama
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 09/09/2024
» Lee Daniels, a widely celebrated filmmaker, producer and writer, has made a significant mark on the entertainment industry with acclaimed works like The Paperboy (2012), The Butler (2013) and the hit television series Empire (2015). His talent and unique storytelling earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Director in 2009, solidifying his reputation as a force in drama. With Netflix's latest release, The Deliverance, Daniels ventures into the horror genre for the first time. This film, loosely based on a true story, offers a blend of supernatural and intense family drama.
Samui jazz festival returns this weekend
Life, Published on 09/09/2024
» The Samui Summer Jazz Festival will make a comeback with a troop of world-class jazz artists to perform under the stars at three leading venues from Friday to Sunday.
Siblings divided by law
Life, Published on 09/09/2024
» The recent passage of the Marriage Equality bill in Thailand marks a historic shift towards greater inclusivity. Yet, for many same-sex couples, the journey towards full legal recognition remains incomplete.
Horror flick Shutter marks two decades with re-release
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 09/09/2024
» Classic Thai horror film Shutter celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with a re-release in cinemas today. Starring Ananda Everingham, Natthaweeranuch Thongmee and Achita Sikamana, it's one of the horror movies everyone has to see (if you are truly a fan of scary movies).
Mooncake mania at Gourmet Eats
Life, Published on 09/09/2024
» Lovers of mooncakes have until Sept 17 to browse over 60 local and foreign brands during the Gourmet Mooncake Festival 2024, which is running at the Gourmet Hall in Paragon, on the ground floor of EmQuartier, M Market of Emsphere and every branch of Gourmet Eats.
Longines Inaugurates Its New Boutique in Northern Thailand
Published on 09/09/2024
» Longines has launched its first boutique in Thailand, nestled in the heart of Chiang Mai, the vibrant and charming hub of Northern Thailand. The grand opening featured notable figures, including Pornthep Attakijpaisarn, General Manager of Central Chiang Mai; Weerachote Thirawayamakul, Head of Regional Marketing at Central Pattana Public Company Limited; Mathurot Suthanyarak, Marketing Manager at Central Chiang Mai; Thaphat Kulsirinun, Longines Brand Manager; and Kris Bhimayothin, Swatch Group Thailand Country Manager. The boutique is strategically located on the first floor of Central Chiang Mai, a prominent shopping centre in the region.
Taking culinary cultures across oceans
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 06/09/2024
» Known for marrying French and Chinese cuisines, Vicky Cheng is the chef-patron of two of Hong Kong’s top restaurants — Vea and Wing. Like the migratory birds that take flight in late September, chef Cheng will be taking flight and expanding horizons to Bangkok. On Sept 18, chef Cheng opens K, a casual Chinese restaurant in Empire Tower.