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Vienna's musical message to aliens: One, two, three. One, two, three
Life, Valeriya Safronova of the New York Times, Published on 04/06/2025
» VIENNA - What would aliens make of the waltz?
Thai content to watch out for on Netflix in 2025
Life, Published on 10/02/2025
» Following last year's Tee Thai Tee Mun campaign in which eight local productions captivated audiences across Thailand and beyond, Netflix Thailand recently announced six films and three series set to debut in 2025.
Ally: A star shines brighter
Life, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 29/04/2024
» Achiraya Nitibhon, better known as Ally, was not among the believers when she first laid eyes on the script of the Thai Netflix series The Believers.
A question of faith
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 09/04/2024
» Dramas about the intersection of religion and money aren't new, but Netflix's latest Thai series The Believers has a different take on the genre as it explores themes of faith, morality, and the pursuit of wealth. Penned by Aummaraporn Phandintong and Jiraporn Saelee and helmed by director Wattanapong Wongwan, the series unfolds over nine episodes that bring viewers into a world where the boundaries between belief systems and business ventures blur against the backdrop of Thailand's rich cultural heritage.
A question of faith in modern society
Life, Published on 08/04/2024
» After just one week of streaming, Thai series The Believers has jumped to the No.1 spot in the country thanks to its poignant exploration of societal issues which have captivated social media and left insightful talking points for viewers to ponder.
A tale of demonic possession
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 27/10/2023
» Horror movie fans should be familiar with The Conjuring franchise. And if you especially enjoyed the recent instalment, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021), then you might be interested in Netflix's latest documentary The Devil On Trial, which covers a true story. Directed by Chris Holt, this documentary delves into the real-life events that inspired the film and casts a spotlight on the Glatzel family, who fell victim to a demonic intruder. At the same time, it explores the lives of renowned paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who have become synonymous with The Conjuring franchise.
Southern rituals portrayed through art
Life, Published on 11/10/2023
» Beautiful flowers and their connection with local beliefs in the southernmost provinces are portrayed in "Mandi Bunga", which is running at the Temporary Exhibition 1 and 2, ground floor of Moca Bangkok, until Oct 28.
In the footsteps of the Buddha
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/09/2022
» Once the epicentre of Theravada Buddhism, the ancient region of what is now Sri Lanka had extended its border to Siam through the Buddhist faith. Its spiritual journey marked its beginning during the Dvaravati era (6th–11th centuries) and culminated with the adoption of Buddhism in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Sukhothai, Ayutthaya and Lanna.
Virtual virtue
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/03/2022
» Buddhist monks have behaved aggressively, sold and used drugs, and been involved in sexual misconduct. This is the news viewers often hear from the media. While many monks have disappointed Buddhists, a virtual monk, Phra Maha AI or AI Monk, created quite a buzz when launched on social media.
At home in the mud and the blood
Life, Glenn Whipp©2021 The Los Angeles Times, Published on 06/09/2021
» Anya Taylor-Joy posted a brief Instagram video a few weeks ago during a car ride, her hair damp, her face smeared with dirt and her smile radiant as she laughed and announced, with a hint of astonishment: "Wow … today was a very good day." There were no words in the post's caption, just a volcano emoji bracketed by two ice cubes.