Bangkok’s Vintage Flea Market Back to Life in Coronavirus
BANGKOK — The popular JJ Weekend Market was still half-empty days after it reopened for business during the coronavirus pandemic, but the same cannot be said about its vintage flea market.
Return of the JJ: Weekend Market Set for Reopening
BANGKOK — Chatuchak Weekend Market will reopen on Saturday, a month and a half after it was shuttered due to concerns over the coronavirus.
After Release of Thai Song, Pink Martini Eyes Thailand Concert
PORTLAND, Ore. — From her records-filled home, China Forbes belted out the Thai version of “Amado Mio” via Zoom call.
Dark Night: Photos Capture Death of Bangkok’s Nightlife in Pandemic
BANGKOK — When nightlife becomes as dark as the smog-filled sky, Bangkok’s after parties may have passed into the afterlife.
In Full Preparedness to Reopen Iconsiam, Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery Heighten...
Bangkok, 7 May 2020: Global retail destinations - ICONSIAM, Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery have implemented maximum hygienic and safety...
Thailand Embraces an Empty Visakha Bucha This Year (Photos)
BANGKOK — Visakha Bucha, one of the most important religious holidays for Thai Buddists, is more quiet than usual in Thailand this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
More Blood Still Needed Despite Campaigns, Red Cross Says
BANGKOK — The Thai Red Cross still needs more blood for its dwindling reserve after two weeks of nationwide campaign for donations amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Interested in Giving? Here’s How a Pandemic Charity Works Out
BANGKOK — With millions of people expected to lose their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic, handouts of food and other essentials become increasingly more important to the poor.
No Customers, But This Second-Hand Bookstore Keeps Its Doors Open
BANGKOK — Most of the bars, shops, and guesthouses that make up the popular backpacker area around Khaosan Road have been shut for weeks now due to the coronavirus, but a famed English-language bookstore remains open without fail.
Forced to Stay Home by Virus, Some Thais Turn to Online Dating Groups
BANGKOK — Without movies, restaurants, malls, bars, and even home visits, if you strictly follow the doctors’ advice, romantic relationships in Thailand are taking on new forms during the coronavirus pandemic.
