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The cost of Bangkok's health obsession
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 04/04/2026
» There is a particular kind of Saturday morning that has become recognisable in certain Bangkok circles. Someone wakes at 5am, checks their recovery score on their Whoop band, approves of the number, and heads to the airport. Not for a holiday or a work trip, but for a fitness race in Singapore.
OpenAI postpones ChatGPT 18+ launch indefinitely
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 01/04/2026
» OpenAI has indefinitely delayed the launch of an 18+ version of ChatGPT, pushing back earlier plans to introduce the feature.
Communities are the new brand currency
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 28/03/2026
» People are gravitating towards communities. Whether this is a shared love or appreciation for trendy, aesthetically appealing racquet sports, or teaming up for intense Hyrox competitions, there's a shift happening across cultural touchpoints.
Harry Potter hits Starbucks coffeehouses nationwide
Life, Published on 24/03/2026
» Starbucks is partnering with Warner Bros Discovery Global Consumer Products to bring the beloved world of Harry Potter to Starbucks coffeehouses across Thailand.
Comforts of a Hyrox race in a chaotic world
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 14/03/2026
» It feels like the whole of Bangkok is preparing and gearing up for Hyrox, a cult-like indoor fitness competition taking place from March 20-22 at BITEC in Bangna. Your acquaintances, friends and even a couple of colleagues from work are likely set to participate in this gruelling day of endurance, cardio and a whole lot of other things that seem too exhausting to consider paying for.
Panasonic ends era of Japan-made TVs in deal with Skyworth
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 10/03/2026
» Panasonic has announced it will end television production in Japan, partnering with Chinese electronics maker Skyworth in a strategic move that effectively closes the chapter on domestic TV manufacturing by the Japanese brand.
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.
Why fashion brands are now serving coffee
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 21/02/2026
» In Bangkok, it is now possible to drink a latte inside a fashion house.
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.
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.