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China's Buddha artisans carve out a living from dying trade
AFP, Published on 19/01/2026
» SUZHOU, China - In a dimly lit workshop in eastern China, craftsman Zhang measured and shaped a block of wood into a foot as dozens of half-completed life-sized Buddha statues looked on silently.
Siam Paragon introduces NEXTOPIA to the world
Published on 28/11/2025
» Siam Paragon, one of the world’s most visited destinations, continues to hold its place as a top-of-mind landmark, consistently delivering experiences that go beyond expectations. Over the past two decades, the iconic retail hub has pioneered new destination concepts and set remarkable industry benchmarks. Its latest milestone is the launch of NEXTOPIA: Prototype for the World of Tomorrow — an unprecedented future-focused realm created in collaboration with leading innovation partners, business alliances, communities, and the Friends of NEXTOPIA network. Designed to welcome everyone to “Join us in the Making of a Better World,” NEXTOPIA aims to enhance quality of life and meaningful happiness in every dimension. This achievement reinforces the success of Siam Piwat’s global destination development strategy and clearly demonstrates Thailand’s creative capabilities on the world stage.
Live it up at Rava Beach Club
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/08/2025
» Having turned 30 last year, Banyan Tree Phuket entices guests with a new offering as well as upgrades on old favourites.
Unlimited excellence
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 04/07/2025
» Like the new-generation World Time released last year, the Quadruple Complication is now available to a wider audience as it enters Patek Philippe's current collection. Both were initially limited editions unveiled at the Patek Philippe Watch Art Grand Exhibition held in Tokyo, in June 2023.
Dissident Iranian filmmaker Panahi wins top prize at Cannes
AFP, Published on 25/05/2025
» CANNES (FRANCE) - "It Was Just an Accident" by dissident Iranian director Jafar Panahi won the Palme d'Or for best film at the Cannes Festival on Saturday.
Pandas take over EM district for New Year
Life, Published on 27/01/2025
» More than 3,000 adorable panda sculptures are roaming across Emporium, EmQuartier, Emsphere and Benjasiri Park as part of the "EM District: The Golden Year of Friendship", which is running until Feb 28.
More Gong Yoo for you to stream
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 12/12/2024
» In The Trunk, South Korean heartthrob Gong Yoo plays a music producer who, believing he can never fall in love again after his divorce, hires a contractual wife for a year to fill the void. The romantic thriller rocketed to the number one spot on Netflix's top TV shows not long after its release.
Old places, new menus
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 30/11/2024
» Bored of eating the same thing twice? Fear no more, here's a list of restaurants that have shuffled things up to make sure you're never bored or short of choices while dining out.
Squid Game excitement builds
Life, Published on 22/11/2024
» The wait is almost over as the much-anticipated Netflix series Squid Game Season 2 is ramping up excitement with the release of art and a set of 12 stills from the show.
A gathering of ghosts
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 19/11/2024
» Among Thai ghosts, the top three legends -- Mae Nak, Phee Pob and Phee Krasue -- have frequently featured in films and television series. According to Creative Economy Agency (CEA), Mae Nak has appeared in over 40 films and TV series while Phee Pob has made over 30 appearances in films and TV series.