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A Night at Healing House: A Safe Space, in a Hidden Place

“We literally live in the house,” he explained to me. I was immediately intrigued. I had been planning to stop by for a while and was excited to finally have a Friday free to check out the place.

Editorial: June 2019

Earlier this year I wrote an editorial promising you change. While I highly doubt you spend much time concerning yourself over Citylife’s imminent changes, some of you have commented to me that you have yet to see any.

Chang Moi Cafés

Chang Moi was an old city street renowned for its rattan. Today, generations-old rattan shops have been replaced by trendy cafes and we decided to check them out.

‘150% People’: Thai, English, and Expanding Selves

In 2001, Ukrainian American linguist Aneta Pavlenko put out a survey asking one simple question: “Do you feel like a different person sometimes when you speak different languages?” She received responses from over one thousand multilingual speakers from around the world — nearly two-thirds of whom responded in the affirmative.

From Haze to Climate Change: A talk with a CMU Scientist

Citylife sat down with Asst. Prof. Dr. Somporn Chatara, Head of Environmental Science Research Centre (ESRC), Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, to learn all about their projects which include working with a team of NASA scientists and Taiwanese academics on matters of air pollution.

A Modern Approach to Hospitality Education at ICWW

With humanity’s exponential growth on so many fronts, from science to technology, multiculturalism to progressive social leaps, it is imperative that we prepare our youth, equipping them with the right tools and pathways for learning, so that they can walk into that future with confidence and skills.

A Closer Look at Performing Arts in Chiang Mai: The Budding Dramaturgs of Chiang Mai University

As a first step in my investigation into ‘Thai Theatre’, I decided to turn to a familiar setting to collect information: a university. Chiang Mai University proved to be the perfect place to start, with a thriving Fine Arts department and a brand new Music and Performing Arts programme. I was eager to see what Thai theatre students were learning while preparing for the professional world, and what exactly that professional world entailed.

7 Best Golf Courses in Chiang Mai

To the avid and even casual golfer nothing can be more enjoyable and relaxing than spending a few hours playing a beautifully designed and well maintained 18 or nine-hole course. These seven golf courses are among the finest in the province.

H Innovation for the Future: Hillkoff focus on sustainability

Having succeeded in being the go-to place for all players along the supply chain, Hillkoff has recently taken a step back to reexamining itself and has come to the conclusion that it must change its core business. The change is to become a responsible and sustainable business.

Casual and Chilled

If you are in the mood to just go somewhere and hang out, then here are a few venues you may want to check out.

Tigers Strive to Growl not Purr

The scorching summer heat and humidity enveloped 700th Anniversary Stadium like a sticky wet sponge as kickoff time approached for Chiang Mai F.C.’s May 12th home game against Bangkok United.

New Watering Holes

For many of us, bars are part of our lives: where we meet friends, where we hangout, where we call our second home. Here are a few places where everybody can – if you wish, and not worried about stalkers – know your name.

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Robinson Chiang Mai Celebrates 47th Anniversary

Sun 13th Sep

Robinson Department Store Chiang Mai recently celebrated its 47th anniversary, marking another milestone with a warm and cheerful atmosphere shared by customers and staff. The anniversary celebration reflected Robinson’s long-standing presence in the community, with the store highlighting its commitment to creating enjoyable everyday experiences for shoppers and families. Under the theme of turnin … Continued

Covid-19 cases continue seasonal pattern

Sat 12th Sep

There are currently no lockdown measures in place in Chiang Mai province, announced authorities. Covid-19 is now considered an endemic disease, with outbreaks following a pattern similar to seasonal flu. Dr Waranyu Chamnongprasat, Chiang Mai’s Provincial Public Health Chief, released data on the Covid-19 situation in the province covering 1st January to 9th September 2026. A cumulative 4,549 cases … Continued

Chang Moi bar raided after complaints over late-night noise…pretty impressed no drugs were found! 

Sat 12th Sep

Police and Chiang Mai officials raided a Chang Moi entertainment venue in the early hours of 12th September after residents complained of late-night noise and disturbances. At around 2.50am, Chiang Mai Governor Rattaphon Naradisorn, Deputy Governor Chatchawan Panya, Chiang Mai Chief Clerk Chainarong Nantasai and Mueang Chiang Mai District Chief Warut Wisitsin ordered a joint operation between the … Continued

Drug shortage forces Sanpatong Hospital patients to return weekly for partial prescriptions

Fri 11th Sep

Patients at Sanpatong Hospital in Sanpatong district have been receiving incomplete prescriptions, with some getting only a handful of tablets and others handed empty medicine envelopes, as the hospital grapples with a drug shortage that has now dragged on for almost a year. One patient attending a follow-up appointment for heart and blood pressure medication described travelling more than 70 kilo … Continued

Obituary: George O’Brien

Thu 10th Sep

Book lovers and world travellers in Chiang Mai were saddened to learn of the demise of George O’Brien, proprietor of The Lost Bookshop at 34/3 Ratchamankha Road, and formerly of Backstreet Books on Chiang Moi Kao Road near Tha Pae Gate, on 13th August 2026, aged 74. An avid bibliophile, ‘Irish George’ was a person in the perfect profession, as the shelves of his labyrinthine bookshop were lined wi … Continued

Chiang Mai turns Chang Moi into a public art gallery

Thu 10th Sep

Chiang Mai Municipality is launching Chiang Mai City Gallery @ Chang Moi: Art for Everyone, Our City for Us, a pilot project using public art to connect residents, artists and visitors while highlighting the neighbourhood’s history and identity. The project will officially launch from 3pm on Friday, 11th September, at the red bridge crossing the Mae Kha Canal in Chang Moi. Chiang Mai mayor Assanee … Continued

Green algae spreads across Chiang Mai reservoir

Wed 9th Sep

A thick layer of green algae has spread across the surface of Nong Khiao Reservoir at Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) Park, prompting officials to urgently begin removing the decaying algae and investigate the cause. The reservoir has recently turned visibly green as algae rapidly spread across the surface, affecting water quality and causing parts of the reservoir to begin … Continued

Police step up entertainment venue checks under “Chiang Mai Safe City” campaign

Wed 9th Sep

Chiang Mai Muang Police Station has intensified checks on entertainment venues across the city, with officers stressing zero tolerance for drugs, firearms and minors on the premises. A random inspection of 84 staff and tourists turned up no drug use.   The operation falls under the policy of Pol. Lt. Gen. Krittapon Yeesakorn, Commissioner of Provincial Police Region 5, and Pol. Maj. Gen. Yutthana … Continued

The Consulate of India, Chiang Mai is offering a well-maintained Mercedes-Benz E 350e 4MATIC for sale by sealed quotation to the highest bidder

Tue 8th Sep

Advertisement for Sale of Diplomatic Car Mercedes-Benz E 350e 4MATIC The Consulate of India, Chiang Mai is offering a well-maintained Mercedes-Benz E 350e 4MATIC for sale by sealed quotation to the highest bidder. Vehicle Details • Model: Mercedes-Benz E 350e 4MATIC • Year of Purchase: 2018 • Colour: Black • Transmission: Automatic 9-Speed • Fuel Type: Hybrid & Gasoline • Mileage: 160,000 km • … Continued

Thai Youth Singing Competition Opens Northern Round in Chiang Mai

Mon 7th Sep

The northern regional round of the “Youth Preserve Thai Songs” Season 3 competition opened at Central Chiang Mai Airport on 5 September, with Chiang Mai Governor Ratthaphon Naradisorn presiding over the event. Organised by the Crown Property Bureau, the nationwide competition gives young singers the chance to perform luk krung, luk thung and contemporary Thai songs, with trophies, certificates and … Continued

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