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The new oil shock
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 31/03/2026
» On Feb 28, the United States and Israel launched a joint military operation to attack Iran and kill the supreme leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with attacks targeting Israeli military bases as well as US military bases in the Middle East. Following US-Israeli strikes on Iran, on March 27 the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) officially announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz which is a key oil transit route.
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.
Fever pitch
Life, S.P. Somtow, Published on 28/03/2026
» Film buffs around the world were recently glued to the live Oscars celebration and as always, there was a comedian as host, and jokes flew thick and fast.
Traditionally modern
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 06/03/2026
» Often referred to as "the voice of modern Bahrani cuisine", chef Tala Bashmi -- the UN Gastronomy Tourism Ambassador for the Gulf country -- was on her way to becoming a football star.
Fragile strength
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/02/2026
» Naraphat Sakarthornsap has been interested in flowers since he was a child. When he was a primary student, he spent a summer break at his aunt's house in Surin. He liked to look through his aunt's botany books and remember the names of the plants and flowers. When he went to market, people were surprised that he could recognise a plant like nom maeo.
Sweet delights for this Christmas season
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 11/12/2025
» Apart from savoury treats, the afternoon tea also features sweet highlights including Blackberry Foam -- a little white chocolate snowman stuffed with blackberry jelly served on macaron shell; and Chocolate Mousse -- cute chocolate Reindeer stuffed with salted caramel and Tonka bean cremeux and hazelnuts. Enjoy Apple Compote -- vanilla whip stuffed with caramelised apple and sable; and Jasmine Tea Cream -- cubic cream with passion fruit and pineapple jam.
American Beef Feast showcases premium cuts
Life, Published on 12/11/2025
» Beef lovers can enjoy the holiday season in a delicious way with a choice of premium beef from the US on offer during the American Beef Feast 2025, until Dec 31.
The Royal Project Fair returns to Bangkok
Life, Published on 05/11/2025
» More than 1,000 premium products sourced directly from hilltribe communities and farmers are presented during the Royal Project Fair 2025, which is running at M Grand Hall, ground floor of The Mall Lifestore Bangkapi, Lat Phrao Road, until Sunday.
Chinese police bust counterfeit chip factory supplying hardware makers
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 03/11/2025
» Police in the Chinese city of Shenzhen have reportedly busted a massive network involved in counterfeiting electronic chips, leading to a warning that consumers should be extremely cautious when purchasing parts for personal computers.
Going long on fish sauce
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 25/10/2025
» You notice it first by accident. A faint, familiar salty-sweet scene sneaks out from a kitchen vent in the East Village, sharp enough to cut through New York City's winter air. It doesn't announce itself, yet you know it instantly -- fish sauce. Somewhere between the bodegas and brownstones, Bangkok has quietly found a place to breathe.