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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.
Siam Sinfonietta journeys to KL
Life, Published on 24/06/2025
» Siam Sinfonietta is joining the five-week Kuala Lumpur Orchestra Festival. The international showcase is already in progress and each weekend a different orchestra is featured. So far, the Tokyo Symphony has been the most well-known participant.
Hong Kong pavilion debuts at Thaifex – Anuga Asia 2025
Life, Published on 27/05/2025
» The Hong Kong Trade Development Council will debut a pavilion at "Thaifex – Anuga Asia 2025", which kicks off today and runs until Saturday, at Challenger Halls 1–3 and Halls 5–12 of Impact Muang Thong Thani.
Thai Youth Orchestra to perform challenging repertoire
Life, Published on 01/05/2025
» Two Silpathorn Award artists will be performing with the Thai Youth Orchestra (TYO) during "Thai Youth & Legends", at the Main Hall of Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, on Sunday, at 2pm.
Forget the film: Vatican is preparing for the real 'Conclave'
Reuters, Published on 23/04/2025
» VATICAN CITY — As the Vatican prepares for the secret meeting of cardinals who will pick a successor to Pope Francis, forget - to some extent - what you may have learned from "Conclave", last year's hit movie depicting high-level power games and backstabbing among the red-robed clerics.
The euthanasia debate
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 25/02/2025
» A request for euthanasia from a terminally ill patient -- a controversial practice that remains illegal in Thailand -- inspired Dr Isaree Siriwankulthon, a palliative care physician-cum-author, to write a popular novel in 2023.
Thai-spiced revival
Life, Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Published on 23/05/2024
» In a sizzling display of talent and creativity, Bangkok University Theatre Company's students and alumni bring the razzle-dazzle of Chicago to life in a Thai adaptation that tackles themes of violence, adultery and murder. With bold performances and innovative staging, this university production is a testament to the capabilities of young artists.
Light and sound show in Lop Buri celebrates King Narai
Life, Post Reporters, Published on 15/02/2024
» At night, Phra Narai Ratchaniwet comes to life with a spectacular light and sound show and a variety of cultural performances as the "Land Of King Narai The Great Festival 2024" runs until Sunday.
Ramathibodi Foundation unveils new collection
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 15/12/2023
» The favourite white rabbit with a pink hood from the forest of Mariland takes centre stage in the My Melody charitable memorabilia collection, which was recently launched by the Ramathibodi Foundation.
The 'first' Oriental spa
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 26/09/2023
» Three decades ago, in Sept 1993, Bangkok welcomed one of the city's very first luxury wellness retreats, the Oriental Spa, at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel.