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Friday, April 26, 2024

Chinese Family Struggles Reflected in Old Shophouse Performance

BANGKOK — When the head of the family disappears, the whole family struggles to move on. Their journey is reflected in “Cheng Meng,” a performance to be shown this month under Chinese vibe at a Chinatown art venue.

Hip-Hop and Kwaito From the Rainbow Nation’s Nonku Phiri This Sunday

South African artists such as Die Antwoord, DJ Mujava and Okmalumkoolkat have put their own twist on modern dance music from house to hip-hop. Less known abroad is Kwaito, a music from the townships that uses African sounds and samples to make music with a house sound.

Artists, Ice Cream and Booze in Vintage Print House

BANGKOK — Head over to the old quarter later this month for the unlikely combination of art, ice cream and booze in one venue.
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Hot Haze in Bangkok, Hot Hail in the North

BANGKOK — Expect the capital city to be so hot – a sweltering high of 40C all week – the air next between the moo ping vendors will shimmer from the sidewalk heat as soaring temperatures were blamed for a second death on Tuesday.

Go ‘Together’ For Party Favor And Van Buuren

BANGKOK — Armin van Buuren and Party Favor are headlining the sixth edition of Together Festival in April.
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Thailand’s All About its Elephants Today (Photos)

BANGKOK — Thais across the nation raised their trunks in salute to the national animal Monday.

It’s Innovate or Die for Thailand’s ‘Demon’ Dance Master

Pichet Klunchun has won over some of those who condemned him for 'spoiling' traditional dance, and now he wants to change how audiences think.

Great-Grandson of Last Burmese King Wants Thai Soap Canceled

BANGKOK — A direct descendant of Burma’s last king on Friday said he is offended by a Thai soap opera’s unflattering depiction of his great-grandfather’s court and called for it to be pulled from the air.

Junta Backs Off From VAT Hike, Blames Fake News

BANGKOK — Public outrage over a proposed increase to the value-added tax, or VAT, led to the military government shelving the idea and blaming the media Friday for spreading fake news.

Indie Film on Massacre Wins Top Honors at Thai Film Awards

BANGKOK — An indie film related to the 1976 massacre at Thammasat University won three top awards Sunday night at the film industry’s annual awards show, with a fair share of the honors going to mass-market movies.

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