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Why we need walkable cities
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 21/03/2026
» Morning work commutes in Bangkok are tackled like olympian tasks. For some, it's a trudge down a narrow soi, followed by a motorbike taxi serpentining through traffic, leading to a transfer onto the BTS or MRT. Especially ambitious commutes may end with a walk across a skywalk or through a shopping complex before reaching the office. What looks like a straightforward commute on a map instead looks like a series of compromises one makes with the city.
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.
Creative destruction
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 16/06/2025
» Salinee Hanvareevongsilp's family moved home for a job opportunity when she was five and the land was subsequently developed into Siam Square in 1965. Still, it remained her favourite haunt. She frequented three movie theatres in the area -- Siam, Scala and Lido. In Matthayom 3, she protested against Japanese goods on Rama I Road.
Exhibition presents works of young artists with Down syndrome
Life, Published on 20/03/2025
» The Association of Parents of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities of Thailand (APID) invites interested people to see beautiful artworks created by young artists with Down syndrome during "Extra Chromosome", which will take place on the 5th floor of CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road, from tomorrow to Sunday.
Bigger and better
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/02/2025
» Bangkok Design Week 2025 (BKKDW2025) has returned with a new schedule as the annual event, which usually runs for nine days, has been extended to 16 days this year, from Feb 8-23.
Art events that made 2024
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 30/12/2024
» The Year of the Dragon marked another 12 months of continued growth for the Thai art industry. Here are significant events that took place in 2024.
Korean calm
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 12/12/2024
» As the South Korean capital encountered its heaviest November blizzard in half-a-century, turning the streets into a sea of white, we headed south to Jeollanamdo Province where we were able to relish the warmer weather and stunning coastlines of the Land of the Morning Calm.
Bangkok Street Performer fest returns
Life, Published on 28/11/2024
» Public areas in the heart of the capital will be transformed into centres of music and arts for the Bangkok Street Performer Festival 2024, which will run for one day only on Saturday, from 1pm to 9pm.
Bangkok in full bloom for HM the King's birthday
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 19/07/2024
» This month marks the auspicious occasion of the 72nd birthday of HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and a vibrant array of activities have been arranged for everyone to enjoy in Bangkok.
The best learning destinations
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 13/06/2024
» As clouds of rain spread, Life explores interesting museums and learning centre experiences that can accommodate various lifestyles and those wanting a quick weekend trip.