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The history of Siamese erotica
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 18/10/2025
» In high school, Artyasit Srisuwan saw his friends bring erotic books to class. Teachers confiscated the material and scolded them, but Artyasit did not take the genre seriously until over a decade ago when he got to know Luang Vilaspariwat, known as Kru Liam, a pioneer of erotic literature in the early 20th century, and wanted to write a thesis about it. Due to the lack of primary sources, his adviser convinced him to change the topic.
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).
Feel-good Filipino movie screens at CentralWorld
Life, Published on 15/09/2025
» Crying Ladies, a feel-good movie from the Philippines, will be screened as part of the Contemporary World Film Series at TK Park's Auditorium, 8th floor of CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road, on Sept 27 at 3.30pm.
A master class in acting
Life, William Niall Morris, Published on 26/06/2025
» I'm not at all convinced by Terrence McNally's stage play Master Class, based on the legendary opera singer Maria Callas. On the other hand, Tarin Prinyaknit's production, featuring a tour de force performance from the award-winning actress Jaa Phantachat as the faded opera star, is a triumph of the Bangkok stage.
Legendary chefs to host charity brunch
Life, Published on 14/10/2024
» Two of Thailand's most esteemed culinary figures are joining hands to present a charity brunch titled "International Chefs Day: The Living Legend Chefs Charity Brunch For UNHCR", at Blue Elephant Sukhumvit Thai Heritage Cuisine, Sukhumvit 13, on Sunday, from 11am to 2pm.
A light and easy murder mystery
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/09/2024
» A grand mansion on a remote island. A wealthy family gathered for a joyous occasion. But the celebration comes to a screeching halt when a sudden murder occurs, and an outside detective is called in to solve the case. Sound familiar? Netflix's latest miniseries The Perfect Couple seems like an attempt to create their very own The White Lotus. But does it succeed in delivering the same intrigue and sharp satire?
Taking culinary cultures across oceans
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 06/09/2024
» Known for marrying French and Chinese cuisines, Vicky Cheng is the chef-patron of two of Hong Kong’s top restaurants — Vea and Wing. Like the migratory birds that take flight in late September, chef Cheng will be taking flight and expanding horizons to Bangkok. On Sept 18, chef Cheng opens K, a casual Chinese restaurant in Empire Tower.
Two Korean shows that focus on the workplace
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 19/08/2024
» W hat was it like when you were a new employee? What kind of mentors did you have?
Just another generic romcom
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 12/07/2024
» Romantic movies can be delightful, but only when everything comes together harmoniously. A stellar cast can be a significant draw, provided they have a solid script to work with. Unfortunately, more often than not, we end up with disappointment.
Vive la France!
Life, James Keller, Published on 11/06/2024
» In tribute to HRH Princess Chulabhorn Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana on the auspicious occasion of her 66th birthday on July 4, and in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Ministry of Culture and B.Grimm, the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra revelled in total immersion of French musical perfection recently at the Thailand Cultural Centre.