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Straddling two worlds
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 11/12/2025
» When I visited Istanbul for the first time, I learned a joke from Gocke, my local guide, who goes to work by undersea train every day. "But you can't see anything," she laughed. For her, it takes only four minutes to cross from Asia to Europe, under the Bosphorus Strait that divides the ancient city.
Apple releases iOS 26.1 to fix battery drain on iPhone Air, 17 Pro Max
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 04/11/2025
» Apple has released the iOS 26.1 update, focusing on practical usability improvements, system stability enhancements, increased user interface (UI) flexibility, stronger privacy features and extended battery life, specifically for the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max models.
Around the world in 100 years
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 11/07/2025
» In an almost square case, the groundbreaking hand-wound Longines Zulu Time from 1925 displayed both the local and second time zone.
Discover fascinating Cyprus with Siam Society
Life, Published on 07/07/2025
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to explore the fascinating history, breathtaking landscapes and diverse culture of Cyprus, from Oct 9-17.
A Swiss adventure
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 31/10/2024
» It was a wonderful morning in Zurich with the Sun beaming and temperatures dropping to 14C. One of my travel companions did not skip her running routine and I was tempted to set up my own walking mission and relish a slower pace.
The magic of Rome
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 17/10/2024
» As Rome welcomed the arrival of autumn, waves of avid tourists converged at the crossroads of Via delle Muratte, Via dei Crociferi and Via Poliand. It was becoming challenging for them to find an ideal spot to take photos of the Trevi Fountain, but they kept tossing a coin into it, wishing to revisit the Eternal City.
One day in Istanbul
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 10/10/2024
» When our business-class flight touched down in Istanbul at first light, we awoke to a pleasant welcome of cool weather. Unexpectedly, we learned that many of our travel companions were visiting Turkey for the first time and that Thai travellers are exempt from visa requirements.
Emirates now offering complimentary stays in Dubai
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 10/07/2024
» To fulfil summertime wanderlust, vacationers who book Emirates' First Class or Business Class by July 21 will get a complimentary two-night stay at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai.
Ubon Ratchathani stages Candle Festival
Life, Published on 27/06/2024
» To mark Khao Phansa Day, the beginning of Buddhist Lent, the northeastern town of Ubon Ratchathani invites Buddhist pilgrims and tourists to take part in its annual Candle Festival featuring unique religious rituals and cultural activities throughout July.
Kurdish artist tops World Music Chart
Life, John Clewley, Published on 07/05/2024
» The top spot on the Transglobal World Music Chart for May 2024 is held by Turkish-born Kurdish singer, composer and instrumentalist Aynur Dogan. She infuses Kurdish folk music with mainly Western music, and has collaborated Yo-Yo Ma and The Silk Road Ensemble among others.