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How elections amplify our echo chamber
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 14/02/2026
» This past week, most Bangkokians woke up with a post-election hangover. It's a similar feeling to when you have too many glasses of wine at dinner, or went a bit too heavy for your friend's birthday. This feeling, though, doesn't subside throughout the day with a nice long shower or a glass of water.
Thai Polo marks 20th anniversary with Princess's Cup B.Grimm Thai Polo Open victory
Life, Published on 14/02/2026
» The Thai Polo Team captured the championship at the Princess's Cup B.Grimm Thai Polo Open 2026, following a thrilling final at B.Grimm Country Club, known as the Thai Polo and Equestrian Club Pattaya in Chon Buri province.
Valentine’s Day gadgets worth gifting in 2026
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 13/02/2026
» The most memorable Valentine’s Day gifts in 2026 are not flowers or chocolates but gadgets that make daily life easier, calmer and more enjoyable, especially for expatriates living in Thailand. With busy urban routines, frequent travel and cross‑border tech ecosystems to consider, practical devices that fit seamlessly into everyday habits have become the most meaningful expressions of affection.
'Punk wellness': China's stressed youth mix traditional medicine and cocktails
AFP, Published on 13/02/2026
» SHANGHAI — In a softly lit Shanghai bar, graduate student Helen Zhao stretched out both wrists to have her pulse taken -- the first step to ordering the house special, a bespoke "health" cocktail based on traditional Chinese medicine.
Top IT risks Thai SMEs cannot afford to ignore
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 12/02/2026
» Many Thai small and medium-sized businesses — often run from homes, co‑working spaces or cafés — face rising cyber risks that can be as harmful as a flooded shop or a lost delivery. From careless clicks to old software, a single mistake can stop a small team's operations.
Sonos plugs into Bangkok with debut Thailand store at EMSPHERE
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 11/02/2026
» Sonos has officially planted its flag in Thailand with the opening of its first standalone store in the country, a move that signals both confidence in the local market and a growing appetite for premium home audio. Opened by TC Acoustic, Sonos' authorised distributor in Thailand, the new Sonos Store at EMSPHERE places the global audio brand firmly in the heart of Bangkok's fast-evolving lifestyle scene.
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.
Love is in the air
Life, Anna Neatpisarnvanich, Published on 10/02/2026
» This year, beauty clichés are being left behind. The bold red lip long synonymous with romance can stay in the drawer. Along with it, the anxiety of lipstick on wine glasses, over-lined cupid's bows and the constant check for smudged teeth.
Choosing the right air purifier for Thailand’s rising air pollution
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 08/02/2026
» As Thailand continues to battle worsening PM2.5 pollution and persistent urban smog, air purifiers have quickly shifted from optional home appliances to essential health safeguards, especially for expatriates adjusting to the country’s environmental conditions. Understanding how these machines improve indoor air quality can make a substantial difference to daily comfort and long-term well-being.
The duality of man in ‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’
Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 06/02/2026
» 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026) is an apocalyptic battleground for many things: flesh-and-blood clashes between survivors and the infected, yes, but more compellingly, the juxtaposition of abstract concepts: creation and destruction, knowledge and ignorance, control and freedom.