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Thai-Danish short story contest open to submissions
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 22/10/2025
» Danish Nobel Laureate Karl Gjellerup's novel The Pilgrim Kamanita (1906) recounts a borderless tale of a spiritual quest -- a journey of an Indian merchant's son from carnal desire to nirvana -- that captured the public's imagination. Now, it is time to pen stories that draw inspiration from this Buddhist masterpiece.
From Bharat to Siam
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/10/2025
» To boost Indian tourism, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has collaborated with the Phra Nakhon District Office and many partners to organise "Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2025" on Pahurat Road and Ong Ang Walking Street until Oct 31.
Agoda unveils vegan-friendly destinations across Asia
Life, Published on 21/10/2025
» Thailand's annual 10-day Vegetarian Festival kicks off today. Digital travel platform Agoda joins the celebration by unveiling a curated list of the best destinations for vegetarians, highlighting markets where plant-based travellers can indulge in local culinary delights.
Photo exhibition captures the soul of Little India
Life, Published on 21/10/2025
» Pictures of vivid faces, colourful ways of life and sacred temples tucked away in the narrow lanes of Bangkok's Little India are waiting to be explored during "At the Heart Of Faith: A Portrait Of Bangkok's Indian Community", which is running in Pahurat until Nov 5.
Practising purity
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 17/10/2025
» The annual Vegetarian Festival returns in this ninth lunar month. This year, the 10-day festivity falls from Oct 21 to 29. Every year, vegetarian options become more diverse and vibrant given that consumers increasingly opt for veganism due to various reasons.
Exile songs resurface
Life, John Clewley, Published on 27/09/2025
» From the early 1970s to the 80s, Mogadishu boasted one of the Horn of Africa's liveliest night scenes with groups from this "Golden Era" like Dur Dur Band entertaining at clubs and hotels across the city. A coup in 1991 and subsequent civil war put a stop to the music and musicians had to go underground or migrate. Those who went by the latter route took their music and culture across the Somali diaspora (one of Africa's largest).
Food beyond taste
Life, Published on 06/09/2025
» Louis Vuitton has long been synonymous with imagination and craft, transforming raw materials into cultural artefacts that transcend utility. At LV The Place Bangkok, this vision now extends beyond fashion and design into new creative territories. The Maison recently hosted the second edition of its Creative Talk series, themed "Beyond The Plate: Cultures, Connection & Convergence".
BACC explores our connection to the planet
Life, -- Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 20/08/2025
» The work of 12 outstanding photographers shortlisted for a global award are being showcased during "Prix Pictet: Human", at the Main Exhibition Gallery, 9th floor of Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Pathumwan intersection, from tomorrow until Nov 23.
Around the world
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 11/07/2025
» Traverse the continents with your tastebuds at these new restaurants around Bangkok.
Redefining dining
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 27/06/2025
» In recent months, the restaurant industry has seen a 40% decrease in consumer spending, according to Thanivarn Kulmongkol, president of the Thai Restaurant Association.