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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 Today, generations-old rattan shops have been replaced by trendy cafes and we decided to check them out.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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M Sport Plus launches Chiang Mai’s newest golf driving range with over THB100 million investment

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A new chapter in Chiang Mai’s sporting landscape officially began on 30 June with the launch of M Sport Plus, a major new golf driving range and sports complex in Nong Chom, San Sai district. Developed by M Sport Complex Co., Ltd., the project represents an investment of more than THB100 million and aims to become Northern Thailand’s newest Sports & Lifestyle Destination. Occupying more than 3 … Continued

Chiang Mai Online Media Association unveils new vision to strengthen digital media network across Northern Thailand

Wed 1st Jul

The Chiang Mai Online Media Association officially outlined its vision and strategic direction for 2026–2028 during its first Extraordinary General Meeting, held at the Khom Room, 7th Floor, Meliá Chiang Mai. The meeting marked an important milestone for the newly established professional organisation as it aims to strengthen collaboration among online media professionals while helping drive the s … Continued

Root for Resilience highlights Northern Thailand’s local ingredients and culinary heritage at TCDC Chiang Mai

Wed 1st Jul

The Creative Economy Agency (CEA), Northern Office, launched “Root for Resilience: Rediscovering Local Roots for Self-Reliance” at TCDC Chiang Mai on 30 June, bringing together food experts, academics, chefs, and creative entrepreneurs to explore the value of Northern Thailand’s indigenous ingredients and their potential to shape the future of sustainable food and creative industries. The event fo … Continued

Scholar Gateway’s English Writing Competition 2026

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BLACK: Vibrant Multiple Light has officially opened at MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum in Chiang Mai

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Discount shrimp sale draws crowds at Chiang Mai government complex

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Tha Pae Gate cleared of pigeons and food vendors after crackdown

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