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A Thai odysseyin good voice
Life, William Niall Morris, Published on 26/12/2025
» Taking a pair of scissors to your own work is a difficult task, but when you're the director, cinematographer, and writer of a movie, it's downright impossible. Every shot, every word, every emotion is infused with the unconditional love of a parent. To cut anything must feel like an act of betrayal.
Bangkok Music Society honours Queen Mother with Fauré's Requiem
Life, Published on 30/10/2025
» This coming Saturday at 4.30pm in Christ Church on Convent Road, the Bangkok Music Society Choir will perform Requiem In D Minor by Gabriel Fauré, known for its serene and gentle character, in gratitude for the life of HM Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, who sadly passed away last Friday.
Walking after a meal helps keep blood sugar in check
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 21/10/2025
» Dear Doctors: My husband has prediabetes. I read that going for a walk after you eat can help your blood sugar, so I always do that. But my husband says when you sit down again, your blood sugar goes right back up, so what's the point? Is that true? I'm not giving up on him joining me.
The beat goes on
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/10/2025
» Many traditional performances have lost popularity because they fail to adapt with the times. Molam is an excellent example of an Isan performing art that has incorporated modern features with traditional characteristics and remains popular today.
Passing of a giant
Life, John Clewley, Published on 11/10/2025
» Sad news reached the World Beat desk this week that Prof Dr Terry E. Miller of Kent State University in the US passed away on Oct 1. He was 80 years old.
Anime embraces Boys' Love, highlights queerphobia
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 04/10/2025
» A rural village in Kubitachi, Japan, is humming with the sound of summer. Cicadas sing in deafening chorus. Sweat drips in the sweltering heat. Against this backdrop, two young lads savour melting ice cream on carefree days.
Two art exhibitions worth checking out
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 25/08/2025
» Art4C Art Centre invites all to "Wander Wall" by Happyduis -- his first solo exhibition.
Concert marks 60 years of friendship
Life, Published on 21/08/2025
» Opera Asia presents "Harmony Across Borders", a gala concert celebrating 60 years of Singaporean-Thai diplomatic relations, at Sala Sudasiri Sobha, Lat Phrao 41 yaek 7-2, on Saturday at 7pm.
Old wine, new magic
Life, Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Published on 16/08/2025
» Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom Of The Opera has stood the test of time thanks to its unforgettable score, lavish staging and irresistible Gothic romance. Iconic numbers like Music Of The Night and All I Ask Of You remain instantly recognisable, while the candlelit lair, crashing chandelier and opulent costumes immerse viewers in a world of mystery, obsession and exquisite beauty. Its blend of romance, horror and spectacle has made it a global phenomenon, appealing to newcomers and seasoned theatre fans alike.
Molam master passes
Life, John Clewley, Published on 15/07/2025
» World Beat journeyed to Roi Et province last week to attend the funeral of Assoc Prof Jarernchai Chonpairot, who passed away on the July 5 aged 83.