Yearly Archives: 2021
Photography: Recording the New Year fireworks
I was reminded of the tricks in shooting fireworks when we had the fireworks extravaganza a couple of weekends ago. I should have written...
Wine World: Festive Bubbles
Among my emails this morning was the Decanter newsletter, providing the latest information about what’s going on in the world of wine. Founded in...
Kiss – Destroyer 45th Anniversary, Super Deluxe Edition – 3 Stars
After three rather lame studio albums and one ground-breaking live album, Kiss were still on the cusp of success.
Their fourth album could not have...
Classical Connections: Cello Fever
Did I ever tell you that I used to play the cello? I started at the relatively late age of thirteen, having begun piano...
Ayutthaya restaurants now featured in latest Michelin Guide Thailand
The latest iteration of the red-colored Thailand cuisine guidebook from Michelin has been unveiled, along with the awarding of Michelin Stars to outstanding eateries...
Thai nightclub performers to receive financial assistance
Nightclub musicians and singers who have been impacted by Covid-19 will soon be able to claim 5,000 baht as financial support from the government.
Secretary-general...
‘COP 26 Debrief’ held in Bangkok to digest implications of new...
Thailand is now making preparations on raising its goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions to 40%, instead of 20-25%, by 2065. The revision to...
Commerce Ministry pushes forward Thailand-Shenzhen Mini FTA
The Ministry of Commerce is aimed to further expand export growth through international business cooperation, especially in Chinese markets. The ministry is hoping to...
Thai Prime Minister launches prototype 5G hospital at Siriraj, Bangkok
5G technology and cloud AI are now being used to improve illness prevention and delivery of other healthcare services. The collaboration between Siriraj Hospital,...
Latest Stories
The ad that knows you live in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand - It usually appears in the evening. Not when you are at work, but when you are sitting down perhaps in a...
Jomtien Beach Road returns to two-way traffic, first day sees smooth flow
PATTAYA, Thailand — Jomtien Beach Road in Pattaya officially reopened to two-way traffic on Monday (Dec 22), marking the end of a temporary one-way...
CCTV captures suspect stealing underwear from rental rooms in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand — Police in Pattaya are seeking a suspect after CCTV footage captured a man stealing underwear from a rental property in the...
Why Pattaya’s roads are pushing expats out of the saddle and into cars
PATTAYA, Thailand – In Pattaya, the debate over cars versus motorbikes isn’t about comfort or status anymore — it’s about survival. Ask long-term visitors...
Pattaya Deputy Mayor supports national disability assembly, promoting practical action at local level
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Deputy Mayor of Pattaya Damrongkiat Pinijkarn took part in the National Disability Assembly and Annual General Meeting, highlighting the role...