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Potential legal trouble for Apple over old batteries
Life, James Hein, Published on 17/01/2018
» The first couple of weeks of 2018 have provided a series of revelations. It started with Apple finally confirming that they have been throttling the performance of their older phones. The official line is that they do this to ensure that as the batteries degrade, the retarding of performance ensures that their devices won't overheat. Some people weren't buying what Apple was shovelling, and there is a series of class-action lawsuits in the making.
Looking into the future of Thailand's energy challenges
Life, Published on 17/01/2018
» What will Thailand's energy landscape be like in 2050? How will mega-cities, such as Bangkok, handle growing energy demands and mobility challenges in the future? To address these important issues, Shell Thailand is holding Make the Future Thailand at EmQuartier's Quartier Gallery from Jan 19-21, starting at 2pm.
Southeast Asian masters in the spotlight
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 17/01/2018
» To any regular art enthusiast, the mention of 19th century artists brings to mind European (especially French) masters like Claude Monet, Edouard Manet, Auguste Renoir and Edgar Degas. Asian artists rarely get any mention or recognition -- and unless you're Indonesian or Filipino, the names Raden Saleh Sjarif Boestaman (1811-1880) and Juan Luna y Novicio (1857-1899) would probably mean nothing to you.
FAR from heaven
Life, Amitha Amranand, Published on 18/01/2018
» The path to heaven, as paved by B-Floor Theatre at Democrazy Theatre Studio, is literally a dark, slippery and holey (no pun intended) one. Ornanong Thaisriwong's latest creation, Sawan Arcade, is a stunning spectacle. But its political message is not nearly as potent or affecting as her previous solo performance, Bang La Merd.
The road less travelled
Life, Peerawat Jariyasombat, Published on 18/01/2018
» While mass tourism is overwhelming the highlighted attractions in Nan, small communities hidden on the back roads allow visitors to know the peaceful face of the province.
Flower fair in the capital
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 18/01/2018
» From Feb 2-4, the "NaiLert Flower & Garden Art Fair", one of Thailand's most prestigious floral events, will take place at the Park of Nai Lert in the heart of Bangkok from 9am-8pm.
The stream of history
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 18/01/2018
» A stroll along Klong Khumuang Doem is worth a try for tourists. This area boasts various places with historical, religious and cultural importance.
In search of big ideas
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 18/01/2018
» BangkokEdge Festival, billed as an "idea festival", returns to its old quarters of Bangkok this weekend. Spearheaded by MR Narisa Chakrabongse, the two-day event is a vibrant smorgasbord of literature, music, art, history and politics, anchored in the charming venues of Museum Siam, Chakrabongse Villas and Rajini School. There will be talks -- plenty of panels and discussions, on subjects ranging from "What Makes The Chao Phraya A World Monument?" to "The Power Of Slam Poetry", from "Populism, Religion and Neo-Nationalism In The 21st Century" to "Years Of Living Dangerously: A Woman's Take On War". The list of participants is starry, including writers, journalists, poets, historians and artists, Thai and international. Come evening, the lawn of Museum Siam will play host to film screenings (Pop Aye on Saturday and Citizen Dog on Sunday), as well as concerts by Hugo, Yena, Rasmee Isan Soul and more.
Jazz superstars to perform at Mahidol conference
Life, Published on 18/01/2018
» True jazz superstars are set to perform during the Thailand International Jazz Conference 2018, which will take place at Mahidol University's College of Music, Salaya campus, from Jan 26-28.
Indian comic Russell Peters returns to the Kingdom
Life, Published on 18/01/2018
» World-class stand-up comedian Russell Peters will return with a new show that promises to bring laughter to his fans in Bangkok at Impact Exhibition Hall 1, Muang Thong Thani, on March 4.