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Artists flee Elon Musk's X as new AI image-editing feature sparks outrage
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 27/12/2025
» Digital creators and illustrators are abandoning X, formerly Twitter, en masse following the introduction of a controversial image-editing feature powered by artificial intelligence (AI) that allows users to modify others' work without consent. The exodus, led by high-profile artists, highlights growing fears over intellectual property theft and the potential for harassment through Elon Musk’s Grok AI integration.
Tenor Fabio Armiliato leads young singers in thrilling finale
Life, Published on 08/11/2025
» After leading the Bel Canto International opera-singing masterclasses in Bangkok, world-renowned tenor Fabio Armiliato thrilled the audience at an outstanding final concert last month in Bangkok's 140 Wireless Building in a truly powerful and moving celebration.
Roi Et culture, loud and proud
Life, John Clewley, Published on 25/03/2025
» World Beat was out and about in Isan recently for a visit to the annual Boon Pha Wet Festival in Roi Et.
Get lucky at 'Mu Rim Lake'
Life, Published on 19/12/2024
» Spiritual enthusiasts and superstitious people should mark their calendars for "Mu Rim Lake", which will take place at Impact Lakeside, Muang Thong Thani, from tomorrow until Sunday, from 4pm to 10pm.
Siam Society marks 120 years with Rama V musical
Life, Published on 18/11/2024
» To celebrate the 120th anniversary of its founding in the final years of the reign of King Rama V of the Chakri Dynasty, Siam Society presents a special musical performance titled 1907: Rama V European Operatic Journey at its auditorium. There are four rounds at 7pm on Nov 26, 28 and 30 and a matinee show at 4pm on Dec 1.
Deadly consequences
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 13/08/2024
» Last month, when six Vietnamese people were found dead at a luxury hotel in Bangkok, the news spread internationally. An autopsy conducted by Chulalongkorn Hospital reported that cyanide was the cause of death for all six victims. The tragic incident brought up memories of the case of Am Cyanide in 2023 and renewed awareness of the dangers of cyanide. Am is currently charged with the murder of 14 people by using cyanide and attempted murder of one victim who survived.
Paradise reborn
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 23/05/2024
» Though the rainy season has officially started in some parts of the country, it appeared we were in luck when rain clouds drifted off Phuket. The Sun was shining and the sky was clear when we arrived at Visit Panwa Pier, where a fleet of speedboats and catamarans were cruising the water to pick up passengers.
Inspiring innovators
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/03/2024
» Organised by the National Research Council of Thailand each year, the "Thailand New Gen Inventor Award: I-New Gen Award 2024" finds young minds with creative ideas to help propel innovative developments.
Getting soft power right
Life, Prof Apinan Poshyananda, Published on 08/01/2024
» After three months in office, the Srettha Thavisin government has raved on about populist policies in the guise of digital wallets and soft power projects that will create income to boost our declining economy. With optimism, we learned that Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Pheu Thai party leader and head of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee (NSPSC), has drafted a budget of 5.1 billion baht to boost festivals and creative industries. It is welcoming news to hear this government is priortising art, music, literature, design, fashion, film, food, games, sports and festivals as essential sources for the creative economy. Where this enormous chunk of budget will come from, like digital wallets, remains to be seen.
Wonderful gifts on offer at Central locations
Life, Published on 21/12/2023
» Wonderful gifts are being presented during "Giftmas 2024", which is running at Central Eastville and Central Lardprao, until Jan 3; Central Bangna until Jan 4; and Central Rama II from Saturday to Jan 3.