‘Lush’ Up Your Bath When U.K. Brand Lands in Bangkok
BANGKOK — Indulging in aromatic and colorful bath bombs will become much easier starting next month with the arrival of famous U.K. beauty brand Lush in Bangkok.
Not Ready: Indefinite Delay For PromptPay
A new national e-payment service set to launch on Halloween is not ready for prime time and has been pushed back into next year, though the government will begin providing some benefits through it.
What’s Canceled, Closed and Open in Bangkok During Mourning Period (Updated)
BANGKOK — In the wake of His Majesty King Bhumibol’s death Oct. 13, the authorities have called for 30 days without entertainment.
Siam, Silom, Sukhumvit Street Markets Shut Down
BANGKOK — Instead of staying home like most of her friends, Pornthipa Boonmart on Wednesday when to the spot on Silom Road where she has sold goods to passers-by for over 30 years.
‘We’ll Be Back,’ Siam Square Sidewalk Sellers Swear
BANGKOK — Sidewalk vendors outside Siam Square protested briefly Wednesday on the second night they were blocked by municipal officers and officials from setting up their stalls.
What is PromptPay? A Guide for Noobs.
Use an ATM or banking app and you’ve probably been nagged to register for a service called PromptPay. Maybe you’ve even gone ahead and done so without any idea what it is.
Books and Booze: Inside RCA’s ‘Not Boring’ Hybrid Bookstore (Photos)
BANGKOK — While the place makes sense at night, it’s unclear what to do on RCA when the sun is out. Those waiting for showtimes at House RCA have had little more to do than eat 25-baht omelettes or wander around Tops Supermarket.
Tech Geeks to Ravish Pantip Plaza 2.0
BANGKOK — Those who liked Bangkok's original IT mall for its run-down, Blade Runner feels may be surprised next month when Pantip Plaza finishes...
Kustomize, Kreate Your Own Kicks at Kraftka Klatch
BANGKOK — Wear flip-flops plastered with quotes from your favorite film, photos of beloved pets or just paint whatever inspires you at a sneaker pop-up launch party.
Silom Walking Street Suspended for Rainy Season
BANGKOK — Silom Road’s biweekly walking street market has been indefinitely suspended for the rainy season.
