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The art of persuasion
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 10/02/2026
» Following the Siamese Revolution, the country held its first general election and only indirect vote on Nov 15, 1933. Voters chose village representatives, who then elected candidates in their province to enter parliament. In the run-up to the country's first poll, Samran I-machai, an MP candidate in Ayutthaya, handed out booklets to voters.
Contemplate existence at Bangkok University
Life, Published on 13/11/2025
» Canadian artist and teacher Martin Constable's latest exhibition invites contemplation of human existence.
Siam Society heads up global warming activities
Life, Published on 29/09/2025
» Siam Society presents a diverse series of free discussions, exhibitions and a musical performance for the inaugural edition of Bangkok Climate Action Week, which kicked off yesterday and runs until Saturday.
Explore the Pgak'yau way of life in Chiang Rai
Life, Published on 03/09/2025
» Siam Society is holding a study trip to Ban Huai Hin Lad Nai, a community of the Pgak'yau ethnic group in Wiang Pa Pao district of Chiang Rai, from Oct 17-19.
The fight for clean air
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 18/08/2025
» After a public hearing wrapped up recently, the Clean Air Bill is heading to a second reading in parliament next month. If passed into law, it will guarantee people's access to clean air.
The original desktop computer
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 04/07/2025
» Revisiting the golden age of the desk clock, Patek Philippe has reinvented a historic model that belonged to American carmaker James Ward Packard.
In love, in law
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 30/06/2025
» Nareeluc Pairchaiyapoom, director of the International Human Rights Division at the Ministry of Justice, spent more than 15 years working on the legalisation of same-sex marriage, which finally took effect early this year. She said, however, "it is just the first step to make everybody aware of equal rights".
A look back at Pride Month
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 30/06/2025
» Pride Month 2025 ends today with hope that people will develop a deeper understanding of the LGBTI community. Here are some outstanding events and activities that were held with a commitment to promote diversity, identity and equality in Thai society.
A new era for love
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 16/06/2025
» Thousands of marchers painted the heart of Bangkok in rainbow colours earlier this month. Despite their smile, Rungtiwa Tangkanopas and Panlawee Jongtangsatjatham, a lesbian couple, have given blood, sweat and tears in their fight for the right to family.
Night Library brings art to the people
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 01/05/2025
» Artists have launched a new collaborative project titled Night Library to inspire everyday life with exclusive art prints.