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The art of persuasion
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 10/02/2026
» Following the Siamese Revolution, the country held its first general election and only indirect vote on Nov 15, 1933. Voters chose village representatives, who then elected candidates in their province to enter parliament. In the run-up to the country's first poll, Samran I-machai, an MP candidate in Ayutthaya, handed out booklets to voters.
New Year magic at Iconsiam Riverfront
Life, Published on 23/12/2025
» As the year draws to a close, Bangkok's most spectacular New Year's Eve experience unfolds along the Chao Phraya River at Iconsiam -- where world-class fireworks, riverside cuisine and the city's most iconic skyline converge in one unforgettable celebration.
Everything all at once
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 08/11/2025
» Bangkok is often described through its heat and rhythm, but it's easier to notice what doesn't move. Outside, the air ripples, motorbikes weave and heat sticks to skin. But, stepping inside, everything stops at the glass. The air turns cool, predictable. Music hums softly from invisible speakers, escalators glide as though the city never sweats. Here, you can eat, shop, exercise, unwind and never once face the weather. It's Bangkok, distilled: frictionless and fluorescent.
Full Moon fever
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 12/09/2025
» Bangkok Post joins the Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations which this year fall on Oct 6 with a full lineup of leading hotels and maisons that offer exquisitely boxed mooncake collections.
Let there be light
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 13/08/2025
» Song Wat is a unique neighbourhood that blends historical and cultural charm with the modern vibes of new establishments. Until Saturday, this neighbourhood is being illuminated by Awakening Song Wat 2025, an inaugural light and digital art festival organised by Awakening Festivals. The famous festival brings light to small alleys and hidden corners, offering fresh perspectives of this historic district.
'Awakening Song Wat' brings art to the street
Life, Published on 12/08/2025
» Song Wat Road, the historic street in Bangkok's Chinatown, is being illuminated with digital light art at night during "Awakening Song Wat 2025" which is running daily from 6pm to 11pm until Sunday.
Children of the Mekong
Life, Nattha Keenapan, Published on 21/07/2025
» As morning mist lifted over the Mekong River, a group of children, aged five to 17, gathered along its banks not just to admire its beauty but to tell its story. Over the course of three days, 40 children from Chiang Khan, a scenic town in the northeastern province of Loei, participated in a workshop to reconnect with their roots and raise their voice for the environment.
The price of progress
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 23/06/2025
» Ongoing construction at the former site of Scala is opposite a major predecessor. Opening in 1985 at the corner of Pathumwan Intersection, MBK Center is located on a plot of land leased to Mah Boon Krong Drying and Silo Co Ltd. It features a 20-storey office building and an eight-storey shopping mall.
Queer performing art festival expands its voice
Life, Published on 02/06/2025
» After its groundbreaking debut last year, the Homohaus queer performing art festival returns with theatre, workshops, exhibitions and community events to celebrate and mobilise queer performance in Bangkok, from Friday until June 15.
Protecting urban memory
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 29/04/2025
» Penprapa Ployseesuay did not know her husband's family had been the guardians of the Chao Mae Thapthim Shrine until they married in 1997. She quit her factory job in Nakhon Pathom and relocated to Bangkok to start a family. Despite the departure of her husband, she has been unwavering in her caretaking duties.