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A new stage for Asia
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 20/04/2026
» Bangkok is about to take on a new kind of spotlight. The Thai capital has been officially announced as the host city for the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026, marking the first time the long-running global music phenomenon expands into the region.
Vir Das brings his 'Hey Stranger' comedy tour to Bangkok
Life, Published on 20/04/2026
» Emmy award-winning and global comedy sensation Vir Das will make a comeback with his new show "Hey Stranger" at KBank Siam Pic-Ganesha, 7th floor of Siam Square One, Rama I Road, on May 17 at 7pm.
The morning after Bangkok's biggest Songkran yet
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 18/04/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand projected 30.3 billion baht in Songkran revenue this year, up 6% from 2025 and released the number with the kind of confidence that comes from having done the work. The production at Benchakitti Park, the coordinated Silom closure, the S2O headliners on Ratchadaphisek, the international press coverage -- none of it was accidental. Bangkok did not stumble into becoming one of the world's most-watched festival destinations. It applied for the job and this year the application was approved at scale.
Inspiring Asia film fest submissions are now open
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 16/04/2026
» Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 is inviting storytellers to champion community spirit until July 6.
Chalk Horse opens new BKK exhibit space
Life, Published on 15/04/2026
» Chalk Horse, a contemporary art gallery based in Sydney, Australia, will open Chok Maa, its new Bangkok-based artist residency and exhibition space, with a public launch event on Saturday from 2pm to 8pm.
Choose your shield against UV rays
Life, Anna Neatpisarnvanich, Published on 14/04/2026
» Ultraviolet radiation levels in Thailand have been steadily rising, leading to more people incorporating sunscreen into their daily routines. With the country's tropical climate and strong year-round sun exposure, UV rays remain a constant presence even on cloudy days.
R&B singer Jenevieve coming to BKK in June
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 14/04/2026
» Miami-born R&B and neo-soul artist Jenevieve is set to make her highly anticipated Bangkok debut as part of her "The CRYSALIS Tour – Worldwide", with a live performance scheduled for June 2 at Samyan Mitrtown Hall.
The unfinished rainbow
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 14/04/2026
» Thailand's legalisation of same-sex marriage is often touted as a sign of progress in gender equality. Advocates, however, point out that controversy over gender recognition reveals conditional acceptance.
New 24/7 Pet Channel targets China’s growing pet market
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 11/04/2026
» Tencent has unveiled a new streaming package designed specifically for pets and pet lovers, offering round-the-clock programming tailored to animals such as dogs, cats and other household companions.
This year, Songkran hits a little bit different
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 11/04/2026
» As Thais gear up for the upcoming Songkran holiday, I can't help but notice how this year's highly anticipated days off and time off work have a bit more nuance to them than usual. Granted, people are still discussing rest, relaxation and how they will fully utilise their time away from the office, whilst the jetset crowd will undoubtedly make full use of flying overseas and avoiding Middle Eastern routes, but something feels a bit different this year.