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Fun Times Ahead at the Hard Rock Cafe

The Hard Rock Cafe has been ramping up its activities, promotions and products recently as it enters its second year as a Chiang Mai entertainment landmark.

Bangkok Hospital Invites World Class Physicians to Chiang Mai

Physicians spend their lives in study and in practice. With hundreds of years of medical research and knowhow to learn and comprehend, as well as daily breakthroughs in research and technology, it is imperative to constantly maintain as well as expand knowledge and skills.

Curing Pain With The Quantum Resonance System

Quantum Resonance System (QRS) is a cutting edge medical technology that uses electromagnetic fields to stimulate cells metabolism, increase oxygen assimilation and accelerate the removal of toxic chemicals and waste.

Normalising Beauty: How Thai consumers are turning towards beauty influencers and ignoring corporate advertising

It is easy to be overwhelmed by the number of beauty cosmetic posters, adverts for nips and tucks, skin whitening products and make-up brands seen all over this country.

Chiang Mai’s Startup F**kups

When I first heard the word startup, I rolled my eyes thinking it was another digital nomad buzzword used to seek investment to fund their entitled nomadic lifestyle. My theory was that, like bitcoin (which I’m probably wrong about too), these startup bubbles would soon burst, leaving the big businesses to mop up the money, as usual. I had given into ‘the man’ and I was happy he was paying my wages. But in recent months, I’ve been witnessing a growing community brimming with exciting new ideas, innovative business models and intriguing opportunities that could, with the right community and the right investment, become the next leaders of the business world.

More Than Just a Border Run: Why you should really explore Udon Thani

There is no doubt that some of us, at one time or another, have had to make that arduous journey to Laos to renew a visa or do a border run. For those who have been lucky enough to avoid such hassles, maybe Udon Thani and the nearby Vientiane, Laos’ capital, have been mostly off the radar.

Laze Like a Local

If you have guests coming to visit soon here are a few exciting new hotels that you could consider checking them into.

The Slow Birth of Thailand’s Alternative Films

Chiang Mai is just like most other cities when it comes to cinema, with a few large chains dominating the scene, often found on the top floor of shopping malls. Their mobile apps pings us to attention when the next Hollywood blockbuster hits the screens and people book tickets, almost like drones, eager to see the poorly produced twelfth instalment of a franchise still trying to make a profit.

A Day Around Town on a Mobike

With the introduction of Mobike bikes that you can scan to unlock, cycle around and then leave on the roadside for another person to pick up, we thought we’d find seven places to visit in a day, all on the saddle of a Mobike! Just don’t forget your smog mask…

Damage Undone: Chiang Mai Women’s Prison Taking a Lead in Reform

In late January, a scoop of journalists were invited to join Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha in her capacity as the United Nation’s Office of Drugs and Crime’s (UNODC) Goodwill Ambassador, on her visit to the Chiang Mai Women’s Correctional Institution. We were there because Chiang Mai prison is one of ten prisons in Thailand piloting the ‘Bangkok Rules’, or guidelines for the treatment of female prisoners adopted by the United Nations’ General Assembly in 2010. Citylife had last visited the women’s prison over a decade ago at its old city location and was impressed by the efforts by then-director Nawarat Tanasrisutarat who, through her own initiative, was spear-heading reform by offering a plethora of vocational training as well as opportunities for prisoners to save money by working pre-release. While our visit showed us an institution with numerous progressive agendas being implemented, there was an obvious lack of space, and eventually the overcrowding was so critical the old location was abandoned and inmates moved to its current location opposite the Provincial Hall in 2013. Since then we have been sending periodical letters requesting access, to no avail.

Editorial: March 2018

Justice is a loaded word isn’t it? Does it mean the Old Testament’s eye for an eye or today’s kinder progressive reforms and rehabilitations? The word itself implies a sense of righteousness belied by its application throughout history. An act that can essentially extinguish, or certainly diminish, someone’s entire life in one country or at one time could be an acceptable norm, even lauded, across a border or a few years later — gay marriage, anyone? The confounding duel standard of crime and punishment for the rich and the poor is also a long running and depressing global theme.

Cave Troll: Boardgame Review

Deep inside the dark unending forest and within the high mountains live the trolls. They are huge and strong and surrounded by vast riches. Once the sun has set, it is the trolls who hold sway.

Client Spot March 2018

Introducing our featured clients this month.

CityBuzz Misfits

We’ll be honest with you, we wanted to include these three places but they clearly don’t work as a theme so have them as they are – three random places we thought you should check out this month!

One Man’s Vision for Chiang Mai: An Interview with Narong Tananuwat

Over the past quarter of a century, this magazine has featured and referred to Narong Tananuwat countless times, whether it’s to talk about any of his 14 business ventures, ranging from his family’s property and furniture businesses, to his ownership of Modernform, Meechok Plaza and Index in Chiang Mai, Lamphun’s Nikhom Plaza and numerous developments in Vientiane, or his position as a Director of the Thai Chamber of Commerce.

Auntie Spoon’s Selection

This month Citylife follows our sister publication Spoon&Fork, the north of Thailand’s only dedicated food magazine, and visits three exciting food destinations.

Stay Healthy with Ocare Home Health Checks

Good health, for those who enjoy it, is something often taken for granted. We all know that we need to have regular checkups, because however good we feel, there is always the possibility that our body isn’t quite right and may need some medical attention.

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Truck crash leaves one dead, power infrastructure severely damaged

Wed 10th Sep

A pickup truck lost control and crashed into high-voltage power poles on Nong Ho Road in Chang Phueak, resulting in 52 power poles collapse in a row. Among them, 24 poles carried 115 kilovolts. The damage extended over approximately one kilometer, affecting around 20 houses. Fortunately, no residents in the area were injured. However, both passengers in the pickup truck were seriously injured. Res … Continued

Flash flood hit Mae Rim

Wed 10th Sep

Heavy rainfall in Mae Rim caused flash floods from the highlands of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park to overflow onto Chotana Road in front of the Pack Squadron. The poor drainage systems led to traffic congestion, and several vehicles had engine damage while driving through floodwaters. As of 11 am, water levels have dropped. However, further rainfall could lead to flash flooding. In response, Don Ka … Continued

Shops stocking up in anticipation of impending half-half policy 

Tue 9th Sep

Retail shops across Chiang Mai are beginning to stock up on more goods, especially household items and daily necessities in anticipation of the upcoming “Half-Half” co-payment scheme, prepared to launch this October under Anutin’s government. Vendors at Siriwattana Market expressed hope that the program will roll out as soon as possible, noting that it provides benefits for both local businesses a … Continued

Miss International Queen 2025 officially kicks off in Chiang Mai

Tue 9th Sep

The Miss International Queen 2025 competition has officially launched in Chiang Mai, reinforcing Thailand’s status as a premier cultural tourism destination and enhancing the country’s soft power on the global stage. This year, 23 stunning contestants from 23 nations received a heartfelt Lanna-style welcome as they embark on a series of pre-pageant activities designed to immerse them in Thailand’s … Continued

New Chiang Mai Governor seeks blessings for a good start

Tue 9th Sep

Thotsapol Phueanudom, the newly appointed 42nd Governor of Chiang Mai Province, and his wife paid their respects to sacred objects inside the Chiang Mai Provincial Hall to seek blessings for good fortune. The worship began at the Singh Monument, regarded as the city’s lion, and continued to the Chiang Mai Provincial Government Center, where they paid homage to the royal monument of King Chulalongk … Continued

Nurse daughter joins pilot father in first flight as a volunteer Sky Doctor 

Tue 9th Sep

Lt. Col. Yongyuth Sawangthong, commander of the Pha Muang Task Force, and his daughter, Thachaphan “Khaimook” Sawangthong, a nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Nakhon Ping Hospital, proudly serve together as part of the Thai Sky Doctor team. On her very first mission, Thachaphan joined her father who piloted the helicopter to safely transport a patient by air. Working side by side, they … Continued

Car crash brings down power lines, injures two

Tue 9th Sep

A pickup truck accident occurred when it lost control and crashed into a roadside electric pole in front of Him Kong Restaurant on Nong Ho Road in Chang Phueak, causing over 10 large high-voltage power poles to collapse across nearly one kilometer. The fallen poles damaged nearby houses and shops and blocked traffic. A fire also broke out at Him Kong Restaurant shortly after the crash. Two men, bo … Continued

Infinity Star Language School Opens New Branch at Kad Farang, Hang Dong

Tue 9th Sep

Infinity Star Language School is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest branch on the 2nd floor of the Kad Farang Village in Hang Dong, located inside the Rimping Supermarket building. The school is dedicated to helping students of all ages build strong language foundations for a brighter future. Approved by the Ministry of Education, Infinity Star Language School is led by School Direc … Continued

Maejo University develops eco-friendly artificial stones for sustainable landscaping

Mon 8th Sep

Maejo University has developed an innovative and eco-friendly artificial stone made from recycled materials to replace natural stone in landscaping. The Faculty of Architecture at Maejo University, in collaboration with architecture students and interested parties, has developed lightweight and environmentally friendly artificial stones made from recycled materials, including fabric scraps, foam, … Continued

Many Buddhists complain about lazy monks who won’t walk to receive alms

Mon 8th Sep

In the early morning at Chiang Mai Gate Market, Buddhist monks can be seen standing and waiting for people to offer them food, instead of walking on alms rounds as is customary. Each monk remains in place until his alms bowl is full, then transfers the food into a bag and continues standing until late. Local residents reported that monks have been collecting alms at Chiang Mai Gate Market for many … Continued

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