Remixing Molam for a New Generation of Listeners
BANGKOK — The explosion of tracks that fuse molam with other genres such as hip-hop and pop are exposing Bangkokian ears to the traditional folk music of Thailand’s Northeast. But are the historical and cultural underpinnings of molam being lost?
Five Baby Hornbills Rescued From Wildlife Trader’s House
NARATHIWAT — A suspected wildlife trader was arrested Saturday in Narathiwat province after authorities raided his house and found five baby hornbills, a protected and endangered bird.
Royal Barge Procession Set for Oct. 24
BANGKOK — A royal barge procession presided over by His Majesty the King will grace the river of Bangkok on Oct. 24, the navy announced Friday.
Making A Blockbuster Thai Film: The Studio Behind “Pee Mak” and “Bad Genius”
BANGKOK — There’s no magic formula behind Thailand’s highest-grossing films, says the studio behind “Bad Genius” and “Pee Mak.”
Making a hit movie is instead...
Can Bangkok’s Fitness Craze Makes Gains Across Class Divides?
BANGKOK — Bangkok will host the 11th Asia Fitness Conference (AFC) in October amid a burgeoning fitness craze. But is fitness in Bangkok the preserve of the middle class and wealthy?
Blind Eyes, Working Hands at Perception Massage
BANGKOK — After finishing giving a herbal ball massage, Nat puts on sunglasses and steps out of his workplace onto the busy road, cane in hand tapping the street.
Thai Mental Health Dept. Battles Earworms After Chip ‘N’ Dale Song
BANGKOK — The state mental health department has issued tips for people who just can’t stop hearing Chip ‘N’ Dale chirp in their heads.
Vendors Balk at Khaosan Road’s Call to Ban Plastic, Styrofoam
BANGKOK — Can Khaosan Road kick its single-use plastic habit?
In an effort to reduce waste, vendors along Khaosan Road are being encouraged to phase...
Scholars Save ‘Red Gate,’ the Backdrop to Oct. 1976 Massacre
BANGKOK — After 42 years, an iconic symbol of the brutalities which led to the 1976 massacre is finally under preservation.
Nessun Dorma! Operas, Ballets, and More Coming to Bangkok This September
BANGKOK — None shall sleep this September, when foreign opera, ballet, and orchestral troupes march into the kingdom for Bangkok’s 21st International Festival of Dance and Music.
