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The unfinished rainbow
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 14/04/2026
» Thailand's legalisation of same-sex marriage is often touted as a sign of progress in gender equality. Advocates, however, point out that controversy over gender recognition reveals conditional acceptance.
Robots get smooth moves
Life, James Hein, Published on 25/03/2026
» The subject of the week is robots. The amount of news on these keeps growing and growing. South Korea is first up here with their KAIST Humanoid. In the field test, the robot was shown running across a soccer pitch, jumping, taking shots on goal, and even doing dance moves akin to the Michael Jackson moonwalk. Many robot demonstrations still look a bit stiff but these moves were quite smooth. The robot can run at about 12kph on flat ground with the next goal at 14kph. It can climb a ladder with 40cm steps and the knees can generate 320 Newton metres of peak torque so it can push heavier objects. The current model is based on the lower human half but the goal is for a full humanoid form that can work with people in industrial environments.
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.
Descent into darkness
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/02/2026
» Hooligan rage, racism, bigotry and gangsterism are hardly confined to one nation -- they are grim realities of modern society across the globe. In recent years, Western cultures in particular have wrestled with the visible resurgence of extremist ideologies and rising fascist sentiments.
An iconic Christmas
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 04/12/2025
» It was around 8.30pm on Thursday when I braved the cold to catch a spectacular display at Selfridges London. Hovering above the Queen of Time, Tinker Bell sprinkled an over-100m trail of pixie dust that traversed across the purple-and-blue facade, with a magical tune from Cinderella. It culminated with the 11m-tall Disney Castle, the largest installation to feature on the store for over half a century, in the corner.
When students rise
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 28/10/2025
» Back in the mid-19th century, female education increased literacy and access to jobs and they began to fight for participation in public life. The public sphere promised them a new horizon. From the 1890s onwards, print media began to allow women to express their voice and authors vaunted personal talent and equality, including gender relations. Following the Siamese Revolution in 1932, women were enfranchised for the first time.
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.
Unlocking life
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/07/2025
» Have you ever pursued a dream which is not yours? Created by Pachanaporn Wimonsarawong, better known as Peachful, the art exhibition "Missing Piece" raises questions viewers may have while following the journey of Jiewliew, a small long-haired girl with big dreams of becoming a princess.
A modern martial arts tale
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 08/07/2025
» When Karate Kid: Legends lands in cinemas on July 17, it won't be just another sequel -- it will mark a long-awaited cinematic reunion decades in the making. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle and produced by Karen Rosenfelt, the film unites martial arts icons Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio on screen for the first time while introducing rising star Ben Wang as the new face of the franchise.
Stand-up comedian invites all to rediscover their inner child
Life, Published on 23/06/2025
» Thailand's leading stand-up comedian Udom Taephanich invites everyone to step into his secret and whimsical world during "Lost In Domland", which is running at the Pinnacle Hall, 8th floor of Iconsiam, Charoen Nakhon Road, daily from 11am to 9pm until Aug 3.