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Going Once, Going Twice… Our Reporter Tries Antique Auction for Newbies

BANGKOK — I learned several things in my first ever participation in an auction.
Stuart Holden, Nitiwit ‘Junior’ Jongphiphithaporn and Aleksey Stanishevskiy at Taco Bell.

Bangkok Taco Bell Fans Binge on Comfort Food, and Possibly, Regret

BANGKOK — For almost three hours, Junior stood eagerly waiting in line. After the 27 people before him were served, he would be sinking...

Thai Govt Asks Japan to Reconsider Housing Exiled Academic

BANGKOK — A minister of Thailand's military government said he has asked the Japanese ambassador to "reconsider" whether it is appropriate for Japan to shelter an academic accused of insulting the Thai monarchy, a crime known as lese majeste.

14 Anti-Junta Activists Freed From Pre-Trial Detention

BANGKOK — The fourteen activists charged with sedition for their peaceful anti-junta campaigns have been released from prison, though they are still facing a trial in martial court and up to seven years in jail.

Happy Jamiversary: Underground Art Bar to Throw Free Party

BANGKOK — Bar-cafe-gallery Jam will celebrate its fourth birthday by doing what it does best: Hosting its extended family of friends for a night of edgy music and digital art.

D.C. Hip-Hop ‘Oddisee’ Surprise Hit at Maho Rasop Music Fest (Photos)

BANGKOK — A group of friends threw down in an impromptu dance battle. A man peeled off his shirt and danced solo in a corner. On stage, a keyboardist left his deck to center stage and show off his moves.  

Lust for Riches Fuels Bid to Crack Antique Vault



NAKHON SI THAMMARAT — Locksmiths spent a second day in vain trying to crack a century-old vault at a former bank after ruling out an explosive entry out of consideration of the possible treasure which has taken fierce hold of local imaginations.

Thai Romeo & Juliet Returns to Bangkok Silver Screen

BANGKOK — Grab a rare chance to see a Thai film version of Romeo and Juliet, in which Romeo spends his time playing a bamboo flute and riding a buffalo in a Bangkok paddy field with Juliet.

Sad! Say ‘Farewell’ to Chulalongkorn’s The Art Center

BANGKOK — After 18 years providing space for local and international artists, The Art Center of Chulalongkorn University will bid adieu early next year 2017.

See World Economic History Through the Medium of Dance

BANGKOK — In a first for Southeast Asia, renowned writer Pascal Rambert’s acclaimed play that entwines everyday life with economics, “Kin-Yoo-Kue” will be staged in Bangkok for three days this week.

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