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Inheriting the brush
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 28/03/2026
» At first glance, a mural resembles a familiar backdrop to an ubosot at any temple. You expect it to depict themes from the Jataka Tales and the Tripitaka to legends and folklore. But upon closer look, it reveals something different -- it is deeply personal, vernacular and subversive of gender norms.
Spirit of Siam
Life, William Niall Morris, Published on 14/03/2026
» In Thailand, family is sacred and mothers above all are revered. Perhaps this is why the tale of Mae Naak -- the young mother who dies giving birth -- has resonated so deeply within the national psyche for well over a century.
Two artistic support funds now open for applications
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 11/03/2026
» Emerging artists and creatives can now apply for professional support through two funding programmes.
Royal memory honoured with Mozart
Life, William Niall Morris, Published on 07/03/2026
» At the end of last month, I had the honour of attending a performance that felt less like a regular concert than a moment briefly lifted out of history. Presented by the Siam Society, "Concert In Memoriam" brought Mozart's Requiem Mass to the private throne room of Phaya Thai Palace -- the Deevaraja Sabharamaya Hall -- in commemoration of the centenary of the passing of King Vajiravudh (Rama VI), who died on Nov 25, 1925.
Fragments combine at RCB art show
Life, Published on 05/03/2026
» Eight contemporary artists will offer their distinct perspectives on the present moment through their individual artistic languages during "Fragments Of Now", which will kick off on Saturday and run until March 29, at Number 1 Gallery, River City Bangkok, Charoen Krung 24.
Serving up better food for a healthier future
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 28/02/2026
» 'Let's eat," chef Prin Polsuk says softly, as he shares his latest dish. Not one for speeches, Prin lets his cooking do the talking. But for Prin, as for many chefs, food is about more than flavour. It is also about care and responsibility.
Discord to mandate face scans or ID for adult content access
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 11/02/2026
» Discord, a popular communication platform where people can talk and hang out using text, voice, and video, said it will require users to verify their age through facial scanning or ID checks to access adult content, with the new measures set to roll out globally from March as part of stronger protections for minors.
Spotify opens in-app e-book store for premium users
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 07/02/2026
» Spotify has expanded beyond music and audiobooks by launching an in-app e-book purchasing feature, starting in the United States and the United Kingdom, as it looks to deepen engagement and diversify its business.
Creative resilience
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/02/2026
» Bangkok Design Week 2026 returned for its ninth year last month. This year, BKKDW2026 claims that, the festival is a systematic platform driving the city-level creative economy. Organised by the Creative Economy Agency, the event asserts that designing is a practical tool which must be applied to elevate standards, create new opportunities and forge new pathways for survival of the city, the economy and Thai businesses.
Acclaimed violinist Min Yang to perform at Alliance Francaise
Life, Published on 26/01/2026
» The Rotary Club of Bangkok Metropolis in collaboration with Bangkok Accueil presents a charity concert titled "An Evening Of Classical Music For Children In Need" at Alliance Francaise, Witthayu Road, on Saturday from 6pm to 10.30pm.