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The hidden dangers of AI
Life, James Hein, Published on 24/09/2025
» There's going to be a lot on artificial intelligence topics this week so let's get started. For the time being, the most common way to leverage an AI product is using a prompt of some kind. To that end, you will see lots of posts on platforms declaring that they have the best god-level prompts for large language models (LLMs). A prompt is something like, "What are the top ten songs from Depeche Mode?", or "Draw me a picture of a frog on a toadstool in the style of Alice In Wonderland with vivid colours". The more detailed and nuanced the prompt, the better the desired outcome tends to be. As with everything in the computer world, there are bad actors looking to take advantage of this.
Punk's not dead!
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 18/02/2025
» How often do we get the chance to see our favourite band visit our country and perform live, especially when they come from halfway across the globe? Last Thursday, American pop-punk legends Green Day returned to Bangkok for the first time in 15 years. The expansive Impact Arena in Muang Thong Thani transformed into a high-energy haven for rock fans, who packed the venue from wall to wall, singing, jumping and screaming along as Green Day delivered an electrifying two-hour set.
Remembering soul' s ' Sultans of Sweat '
Life, John Clewley, Published on 21/01/2025
» For twenty years, between 1961 and 1981, the hugely popular US soul and R&B act Sam & Dave, thrilled audiences with their all-action, stompin' soul music. Both singers were brought up singing in gospel choirs at church and they took their 'pleading preacher' call-and-response gospel style to secular audiences.
Another teen movie to miss?
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 30/08/2024
» From Fast Times At Ridgemont High in the 80s and American Pie in the 90s to Superbad in the 2000s, films that blend raunchy comedy with teen coming-of-age themes have proven timeless. They captivate new generations of young people growing up, navigating the awkwardness of adolescence and exploring their burgeoning interest in the opposite sex. These films have a way of tapping into the universal experiences of teenage life, using humour to highlight the absurdities of growing up.
Lurking in the shadows
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 23/02/2024
» The lore of Shinobi, better known in popular culture as ninjas, has been pivotal in Japanese history. Despite global popularity, ninja portrayals in Japanese cinema are overshadowed by samurais. However, Netflix's original series, House Of Ninjas, breaks this trend and captivates action and martial arts enthusiasts alike.
A true crime rollercoaster
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 23/02/2024
» When it comes to true crime documentaries where narratives often tread familiar ground, once in a while there are ones that just hit differently. While most crime stories that involve love triangles and jealousy are hardly interesting, the latest entry Lover, Stalker, Killer is far from mundane and is instead a chilling exploration of a crime so bizarre, it feels plucked from the annals of fiction.
Blur announces one-time livestream concert
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 20/07/2023
» Fresh from a recent sold-out reunion show at London's Wembley Stadium earlier this month, British pop giants Blur have announced a special livestream performance titled "Blur - The Ballad Of Darren Album Show" for global fans where the band will be playing songs from their upcoming new album The Ballad Of Darren. The performance will take place on July 26 and will be livestreamed at 3.30am Bangkok time.
Shades of Swiss style
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 31/03/2023
» In the first rainy week of spring, Omega brought a burst of vibrant colours to London for the "Aqua Terra Shades" event.
Conrad Bangkok
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/12/2022
» After the pandemic, travel trends have changed and travellers now tend to stay in hotels that have implemented eco-friendly and sustainable practices. The Conrad Bangkok operated by Hilton Worldwide is one such hotel that can attract environmentally conscious tourists because it is committed to sustainable practices including reducing waste and connecting to local communities.
Compilation honours legacy of Jamaican giant
Life, John Clewley, Published on 13/09/2022
» A year after the death of legendary Jamaican reggae musician and producer Lee "Scratch" Perry, the good folks at Trojan Records have released the very first posthumous anthology of the influential artist's unparalleled career, King Scratch (Musical Masterpieces From The Upsetter Ark-ive).