Day: November 9, 2021

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Centara launches half-price holidays

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The Bangkok Post

Thailand’s leading hotel operator Centara has launched an offer for free nights in Thailand, Vietnam and Sri Lanka. The buy one, get one free offer is part of a 48-hour flash sale running from Nov 10 to Nov 11. Travellers can enjoy a half-price holiday for stays of at least two or more nights. It is valid for stays until March 31 next year at over 30 Centara hotels and resorts in Thailand, Vietnam and Sri Lanka. For Centara hotels in Thailand, up to two children can also take advantage of this perk. While for Thai citizens, a further 40% discount with the ongoing We Travel Together (Rao Tiew D… Continue reading “Centara launches half-price holidays”

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Bangkok Biennale wants artists

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The Bangkok Post

Bangkok Biennale wants artistspublished : 9 Nov 2021 at 04:00 newspaper section: [Life](http://search.bangkokpost.com/search/result_advanced?category=news&xNewsSection=Life) Bangkok Art Biennale (BAB) is calling for interested artists and art collectives to apply for participation in its third edition, “BAB 2022”, which is running at many different venues, from public spaces to virtual platforms, until Feb 23 next year. The theme for this year is “Chaos: Calm” to reflect the predicaments the world has endured over the past years, from the Covid-19 pandemic to climate change and socio-political… Continue reading “Bangkok Biennale wants artists”

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Constantly evolving

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The Bangkok Post

Two years ago, American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift asked her “Swiftie” fans to fight for her musical legacy and women’s rights during a battle with renowned music manager Scooter Braun, who owns her first six albums released under Big Machine Records. Sometime later, Swift ended the war by re-recording all her albums to regain ownership of her music. Last week, her fourth album Red was released, following the surprise single Wildest Dream from her first pure pop album 1989. Looking back at her debut, Swift has evolved with every album, from the fearless curly-haired country girl to a woman… Continue reading “Constantly evolving”

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New grooves for your perusal

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The Bangkok Post

The legendary Peruvian singer-songwriter Susana Baca tops the November Transglobal World Music Chart with her new album, Palabras Urgentes (Real World), which was released last month. The album celebrates the 50th anniversary of an amazing career, which has encompassed ethnomusicology, researching folklore and teaching, a long career as a singer, and a stint as Minister of Culture. Baca has also tirelessly promoted Afro-Peruvian culture in Peru and is an important figure in the revival of Afro-Peruvian music and dance. In 1995, the Luaka Bop label, owned by ex-Talking Heads frontman David Byrn… Continue reading “New grooves for your perusal”

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Here are all of the victims of the Astroworld tragedy at Travis Scott’s festival in Houston

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New York Daily News

The victims who died amid the chaos at Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival in Houston included teenagers and adults, locals and visitors. At least eight people, ranging in age from 14 to 27, were killed after massive crowds started to push toward the stage for Scott’s headlining performance at NRG Park on Friday. Loved ones of the victims have identified those who died in the mayhem, as officials continue to investigate what caused the horrific scene. Here’s what we know about the victims. —MIRZA DANISH BAIG Baig had traveled from Dallas with his fiancée, Olivia, to attend the festival, his bro… Continue reading “Here are all of the victims of the Astroworld tragedy at Travis Scott’s festival in Houston”

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Howard Stern Declares Aaron Rodgers Should Be Thrown Out Of The NFL For Vaccination Stance: ‘No Time For Idiots’

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OK Magazine

Howard Stern is speaking his mind! The outspoken radio host ripped into Aaron Rodgers after the quarterback contracted COVID-19 and it was revealed he was not vaccinated despite previously implying he was. “This f**king guy — I don’t watch football, sorry. I’m not a big fan. I know the guy’s a real good football player — that’s why they put up with his bulls**t,” Stern said on his SiriusXM radio show Monday November 8, reported Newsweek. CARRIE UNDERWOOD’S HUSBAND MIKE FISHER SIDES WITH AARON RODGERS AMID VACCINATION CONTROVERSY: ‘IT’S TIME TO FIGHT FOR OUR MEDICAL FREEDOM’ The Howard Stern Sh… Continue reading “Howard Stern Declares Aaron Rodgers Should Be Thrown Out Of The NFL For Vaccination Stance: ‘No Time For Idiots’”