December 3, 2008 | Bangkok
Issue #264: Entertaining

#191: The Enemy Within - Your office may be hazardous to your health

Beef Bonanza (Part 1)

January 10th, 2008

For American Independence Day, a rundown of eight worthy burgers, by James Wallace (read more...)

Buy-o-Hazard

January 10th, 2008

Get squeaky clean with these anti-bacterial tools by Duangtawan Nilayon

Keep your hands clean wherever you go with hand cleansing gel from Boots, B55. Available in two formulas: Fresh and Healthy. (read more...)

Q&A: DJ Excel

May 29th, 2007

DJ Excel, a.k.a. “The Mixmaster,” will be swinging through Bangkok (see +nightlife this page). Herecently gave us a minute of his time.

Why’d you change from rhyming to spinning?
I sucked, basically. All the A&R reps at the record companies told me they liked me better as a producer than a rapper.  (read more...)

Q&A: DJ Fabio

June 29th, 2007

UK DJ Fabio will be offering his unique brand of deep, dirty yet soulful drum ‘n’ bass MC Joker D at Bed Supperclub on Jul 5. (See +nightlife this page). (read more...)

Q&A: Edward Squire

May 29th, 2007

Bangkok-based Canadian performance artist, yoga teacher and classical dancer, Edward Squire presents a cross-cultural mix of pop and contemporary art in Being for 15 Minutes at Whitespace Gallery (see +art, this page).

What is your art about?

It’s ultimately a parody of life…the demands of consumer culture, high-speed living and being in the present moment. (read more...)

Q&A: Enki Bilal

May 29th, 2007

Enki Bilal has been mesmerizing generations of French filmgoers and graphic novel readers for decades with his highly recognizable visual style. For an overview of his drawings and paintings, head to Tang Contemporary Art for Enkibilalinbangkok, through Jul 14. (read more...)

Q&A: Flure

May 29th, 2007

From their humble beginnings, Flure has ascended to indie idol status. They are promoting Tales, their third grunge rock album that is destined to expand its fan base. (read more...)

Q&A: Pavena Hongsakul

May 29th, 2007

Pavena Hongsakul is one of the few female politicians in Thailand who have made it to the ministerial level. She also heads up the Pavena Foundation for Children and Women. (read more...)

Q&A: Piyavit Kantasiri (violinist)

May 29th, 2007

Two winners were chosen in the final round of competition of the Chang Draught Journey to Glastonbury Music festival. We sit down for a talk with one of them, scruffy violinist Piyavit Kantasiri (Champ). (read more...)

Beef Bonanza: Eight worthy burgers

November 21st, 2007

For our latest roundup, click here.

 

The Place

Big Mango Bar

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Book Donation

November 21st, 2007

Dear Mr. KIA: I’m a bookworm. Although we live in a wired world, I tend to prefer real pages to blinding digital displays. Over the years I have turned my spare bedroom into a massive dusty library full of books collected from as far back as my childhood. I’ve been meaning to sell them to second-hand bookstores but they can be so selective! (read more...)

Let’s Be Frank

June 29th, 2007

“I am not a dictator,” he told British journalists. “I am the reincarnation of one of the greatest pop singers of all time—and don’t forget that Academy award!” (read more...)

Perth Unearthed: Explore Perth’s harmonious blend of nature and urban living

October 31st, 2007

Traditionally Perth has received a lot of flack for being boring. Now, however, it’s a boomtown, with a growth rate higher than both Sydney and Melbourne. Yet it still retains its laidback lifestyle, pristine beaches and epicurian traditions. (read more...)

Workplace Perils: We know your job is killing you, but is it really killing you?

October 29th, 2007
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New & Noted

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French invasion

Escape Routes

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Year-end escapes

After Hours

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Going Underground again

First Person

  • Q&A: Tony Jaa

He knows who he is

Scenestealer

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Rendezvous With My Alter