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world11 days ago•3 min saved

Eurovision Heads East with First Asia Edition in Bangkok

Eurovision announced its first Asia edition to be staged in Bangkok on November 14, with ten initial countries—including South Korea and host Thailand—competing and more nations expected to join. The format will mirror the European contest, with broadcasters selecting artists to perform original songs under three minutes. Organizers say the event could reach over 600 million viewers, marking a major expansion beyond Europe even as geopolitics and regional tensions could shape participation.

via NBC News|

#asia-edition #bangkok #eurovision

world11 days ago•175 min saved

Eurovision lands in Asia: Bangkok to host 2026 pop spectacle

The Eurovision Song Contest is expanding beyond Europe for the first time, with Bangkok set to host the 2026 Grand Final on November 14 as ten nations including South Korea, the Philippines, Malaysia and Laos compete in the inaugural Asian edition, highlighting the region's voices amid Eurovision's flamboyant spectacle and ongoing political controversies surrounding participation and voting.

via CNN|

#asia #bangkok #eurovision

film2 months ago•16 min saved

John Rambo Prequel Starts Production in Bangkok with Noah Centineo Leading

Lionsgate’s John Rambo prequel has begun production in Bangkok, with Noah Centineo leading a cast that includes Yao, Jason Tobin, Quincy Isaiah, Jefferson White, and Tayme Thapthimthong. Directed by Jalmari Helander from a script by Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani, the film is produced by Kevin King Templeton, Les Weldon, Jonathan Yunger, Michael Disco, and Angela Russo-Otstot, and will be distributed by Lionsgate.

via Deadline|

#bangkok #film #jalmari-helander

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Massive Sinkhole Devours Bangkok Road, Causing Evacuations and Disruptions

A large sinkhole in Bangkok, caused by construction at an underground train station, swallowed part of a major road, damaged vehicles, and prompted evacuations, with no casualties reported.

via CBS News|

#bangkok #construction #evacuations

world6 months ago•1 min saved

Massive Sinkhole Swallows Bangkok Road, Disrupts Traffic and Evacuations

A section of road in Bangkok collapsed due to construction at an underground train station, creating a large sinkhole that disrupted traffic, damaged vehicles, and led to evacuations, with officials working to repair the damage amid heavy rain concerns.

via AP News|

#bangkok #evacuations #infrastructure-damage

world6 months ago•1 min saved

Massive Sinkhole Swallows Vehicles on Bangkok Highway

Authorities in Bangkok are responding to a large sinkhole that collapsed a busy road near hospitals and a police station, likely caused by heavy rain eroding underground water pipes and dirt from underground train construction, with no injuries reported.

via DW|

#bangkok #disaster #emergency

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Massive Sinkhole Devours Vehicles and Disrupts Traffic in Bangkok

A large sinkhole over 60 feet deep opened in Bangkok after a tunnel collapse caused by a burst pipe during subway extension work, resulting in the fall of two parked cars but no injuries, prompting safety inspections and area evacuations.

via The New York Times|

#bangkok #collapse #construction

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Large Sinkhole in Bangkok Causes Disruptions and Evacuations

A massive sinkhole in Bangkok near a police station and hospital, caused by heavy rain and a leaky pipe eroding the earth, has led to evacuations and a temporary closure of services, with repairs expected to take about a year.

via France 24|

#bangkok #disaster #evacuations

world6 months ago•1 min saved

Massive Sinkhole Swallows Vehicles on Bangkok Highway

A large sinkhole caused by road collapse in Bangkok, linked to underground train station construction, disrupted traffic, damaged vehicles, and led to evacuations, with authorities working to repair the area amid ongoing monsoon rains.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#bangkok #evacuations #infrastructure-damage

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Cat's Police Station Chaos Leads to Viral Mugshot

A mischievous American Shorthair cat named Nub Tang caused chaos at a Bangkok police station during her rescue, biting officers and earning a humorous mugshot and paw prints, which went viral online. The police posted her photo on Facebook, leading to widespread interest and many offers to adopt her. Ultimately, she was reunited with her owner, highlighting a humorous and heartwarming story of a stray cat's brief adventure in police custody.

via Bored Panda|

#bangkok #cat #police-station

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Gunman kills five in Bangkok market before taking his own life

A gunman in Bangkok's Or Tor Kor Market killed five people, including security guards and a merchant, before shooting himself; no tourists were harmed, but the incident raises concerns about gun violence in Thailand.

via Reuters|

#bangkok #gun-violence #market-shooting

world8 months ago•1 min saved

Gunman Opens Fire at Bangkok Market, Killing Five

A shooting at Or Tor Kor Market in Bangkok resulted in five security guard deaths and one injury, with the suspect taking his own life; police are investigating the motive and possible links to border clashes with Cambodia.

via Al Jazeera|

#bangkok #market #shooting

world8 months ago•1 min saved

Multiple Dead in Bangkok Market Shooting

A gunman opened fire at Or Tor Kor market in Bangkok, killing five people including security guards and a vendor before dying by suicide, prompting a police response and market closure.

via The New York Times|

#bangkok #casualties #market

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Canada extends F1 race agreement until 2035 amid Bangkok Grand Prix developments

Canada has extended its Formula 1 race deal until 2035, while Thailand's bid to host a street race in Bangkok from 2028-32 has gained government approval, signaling expansion of F1 in Asia and North America.

via BBC|

#bangkok #canada #expansion

crime1 year ago•3 min saved

Cyanide Poisoning Suspected in Deaths of Six at Bangkok Luxury Hotel

Six people, including two American citizens, were found dead in a Bangkok hotel room, poisoned by cyanide-laced tea. Police suspect one member of the group committed suicide after poisoning the others, possibly due to a business dispute. The FBI is assisting Thai authorities in the investigation.

via The Guardian|

#bangkok #business-dispute #crime