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Unlocking the World of Art Through Play: “BICT Fest 2026” Opens Today at One Bangkok
Unlocking the World of Art Through Play: “BICT Fest 2026” Opens Today at One Bangkok
MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2026
BANGKOK – 24 August 2026 – The curtains have officially risen on the 5th Bangkok International Children’s Theatre Festival (BICT Fest), returning for a landmark 10th-anniversary edition under the theme “Play Attention: Look Who’s Growing Up!” Bringing together 11 productions by Thai and international artists from nine countries— South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Belgium, France, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand. While some performances ended after the first weekend, a wide variety of exciting activities and shows still await everyone every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from today until August 30, 2026.Nigeria boat capsize kills at least 50, mostly children, in Sokoto state
Nigeria boat capsize kills at least 50, mostly children, in Sokoto state
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
At least 50 people, many of them children aged 10–15, died after an overloaded boat carrying rice farmers and labourers capsized in Sokoto stateKumamon brings brief respite to children after Kumamoto quake
Kumamon brings brief respite to children after Kumamoto quake
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
A mother whose home was destroyed by the earthquake welcomed the visit as children received sweets and stickers and shared hugs and high fives.BICT Fest brings 11 shows from nine countries to Bangkok
BICT Fest brings 11 shows from nine countries to Bangkok
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
BICT Fest 2026 marks its 10th anniversary with performances, workshops and talks for audiences of all ages from August 21–30BICT Fest 2026 set to bring global children’s theatre back to Bangkok this month
BICT Fest 2026 set to bring global children’s theatre back to Bangkok this month
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
Attention please! BICT Fest 2026, the 5th Bangkok International Children’s Theatre Festival, is back from 21–30 August with 11 performances, 6 workshops, and the power of play for audiences of all agesDigital Ministry seeks identity checks and AI safeguards for Roblox
Digital Ministry seeks identity checks and AI safeguards for Roblox
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026
Thailand’s Digital Ministry is working with Roblox on identity verification, age checks and AI tools to strengthen protection for young online gamers.Two-thirds of Americans back social media age checks for under-16s
Two-thirds of Americans back social media age checks for under-16s
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds broad US support for tighter social media oversight as governments worldwide restrict children’s access to online platforms.ATOD Children and Youth Development Association Hosts International Dance Festival (IDF) 2026, Positioning Chiang Mai as an International Performing Arts Hub
ATOD Children and Youth Development Association Hosts International Dance Festival (IDF) 2026, Positioning Chiang Mai as an International Performing Arts Hub
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
The ATOD Children and Youth Development Association, in collaboration with the Committee for the Coordination and Promotion of Non-Formal and Informal Education, successfully hosted the International Dance Festival (IDF 2026) on 11–12 July 2026 at the National Theatre, Chiang Mai College of Dramatic Arts, Chiang Mai.EU plans tougher social media limits for children under 13
EU plans tougher social media limits for children under 13
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026
The European Union is preparing new age-based rules to restrict children’s access to social media and other online platforms, aiming to reduce digital risks and protect young users.