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An elegy to lost worlds
Life, Kenneth Barrett, Published on 28/03/2026
» A large, booming presence as bureau chief of the Associated Press in Bangkok for more than 30 years, a war reporter in Indochina before that, thrice president of the Foreign Correspondents Club of Thailand, Denis Gray has through six turbulent decades occupied front row seats, and foxholes, to report on some of the most violent upheavals of our times.
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.
A wander through pink hotel rooms
Life, Anna Neatpisarnvanich, Published on 21/03/2026
» We've all been there. You've paced all seven floors, had coffee breaks until you're full and stared at enough mannequins to last a lifetime. Bangkok moves at a rapid speed, and sometimes the "mall crawl" leaves you craving a quiet corner and a chance to actually make something rather than just buy it.
From Edo to Edinburgh
Life, Sawarin Suwichakornpong, Published on 14/03/2026
» The opera based on the long and industrious life of Japanese print master Katsushika Hokusai had its world premiere in Glasgow and travelled to Edinburgh for two consecutive nights last month. I braved the strong winds of the Edinburgh evening to watch The Great Wave at the Festival Theatre on its last day.
Google updates Chrome with split-screen, PDF editing features
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 08/03/2026
» Google has introduced new features to the desktop version of its Google Chrome browser, allowing users to split their screen and edit PDF files directly within the browser, in a move aimed at improving productivity and streamlining everyday tasks.
Microsoft to end legacy printer driver updates
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 16/02/2026
» Microsoft will gradually stop distributing legacy printer drivers via Windows Update starting Jan 15, 2026, with the transition completed by 2027. The change aims to improve system stability, security and manageability.
Spotify opens in-app e-book store for premium users
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 07/02/2026
» Spotify has expanded beyond music and audiobooks by launching an in-app e-book purchasing feature, starting in the United States and the United Kingdom, as it looks to deepen engagement and diversify its business.
Singapore gallery STPI celebrates printmaking
Life, Published on 20/01/2026
» Organised by STPI, the inaugural "Print Show & Symposium Singapore" will be held during Singapore Art Week from Thursday until Jan 31.
Fujifilm to launch Super 8-inspired mini camera in Japan
Life, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 13/01/2026
» Fujifilm is set to release the instax mini Evo Cinema in Japan, a new hybrid instant camera sporting a nostalgic aesthetic inspired by the legendary Super 8 film cameras that shaped the careers of world-class directors.
The year in fashion
Life, Anna Neatpisarnvanich, Published on 31/12/2025
» Thailand has been one of Southeast Asia's largest hubs for viral fashion trends. Beyond the forefront of fashion weeks and celebrity social feeds, it is interesting to see how today's trends are shaped by everyday people out on the open street because of digital interconnectivity.