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Discover the charm of Chinatown at Yao Young Yiam event
Life, Published on 27/11/2025
» Interested members of the public are invited to discover the enduring charm of Yaowarat, Bangkok's legendary Chinatown, during "BEM Happy Journey 2025: Yao Young Yiam", which will take place at MRT Wat Mangkon Station (Exit 1 & 2), from tomorrow to Sunday, from 1pm to 8pm.
Where the struggle begins
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 04/11/2025
» Annemarie Jacir's Palestine 36 reminds us that the question of Palestine didn't begin two years ago but generations before that. Showing at the Tokyo International Film Festival, the film is set in the aftermath of World War I as the European powers carve up the Middle East like a spoiled child slicing his birthday cake: gleefully, arbitrarily, jabbing their fingers on a map with no regard of history or the need of local inhabitants.
A lifelong volunteer
Life, Thana Boonlert and Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 30/10/2025
» From the day Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother was crowned in 1950, she was the greatest supporter of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej as his reign began in the same year. The Queen Mother always accompanied His Majesty on royal duties in many provinces across Thailand, near and far.
When students rise
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 28/10/2025
» Back in the mid-19th century, female education increased literacy and access to jobs and they began to fight for participation in public life. The public sphere promised them a new horizon. From the 1890s onwards, print media began to allow women to express their voice and authors vaunted personal talent and equality, including gender relations. Following the Siamese Revolution in 1932, women were enfranchised for the first time.
International photographers portray Buddha's journey at Siam Society
Life, Published on 16/10/2025
» Five international photographers will show their perspectives on 10 sacred sites associated with the life of Buddha during "In The Footsteps Of Lord Buddha", which will take place at Siam Society, Asok Road, from Oct 21-31.
Get up close with rare, exotic animals at The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan
Life, Published on 15/10/2025
» Children are invited to celebrate the school holiday season at The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan, which has transformed its MCC Hall, 4th floor, into a lush jungle for everyone in the family to learn about wildlife and nature during "The Mall Lifestore Jungle Walk 2025", until Sunday.
Passing of a giant
Life, John Clewley, Published on 11/10/2025
» Sad news reached the World Beat desk this week that Prof Dr Terry E. Miller of Kent State University in the US passed away on Oct 1. He was 80 years old.
Chavana celebrates its 111-year legacy with 'Ray Of Light'
Life, Published on 07/10/2025
» Chavana, a renowned Thai jewellery brand, is celebrating the journey towards its 111th anniversary with a special exhibition “The Ray Of Light – Prelude To 111 Years Of Chavana”, which is running on the 4th floor of Central Embassy, Phloenchit Road, until Oct 26.
Bangkok Climate Action Week kicks off with a photo exhibition
Life, Published on 24/09/2025
» To mark the first Bangkok Climate Action Week, Asai Bangkok Chinatown is holding "From City To Sea" to connect Bangkok audiences with nature at the hotel's Courtyard, 4th floor, from Sunday until Oct 15.
The human lens
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 24/09/2025
» An encounter with a girl beaten by a teacher moved Gauri Gill to write a story for a political weekly. However, her idea was set aside for lacking an angle that would engage urban readers and Gill decided to take a month-long sabbatical from work.