Bangkok has been gripped by the PRDC protests for the last month and with the election all set for this weekend things have the potential to get even more heated. Charged with keeping the protesters safe, we spoke to one of the guards manning the barricades at the Silom protest site. While he wouldn’t give his name or let us take a photo for safety reasons, Guard X did at least open up about life on the front line.  

There's much more than just Sensation (and the election) going on this weekend. Aside from the theater scene season hitting its stride, this Friday and Saturday plays host to slew of interesting music events, covering reggae and house to soul and swing dance, while there's also a gig by metalcore heavyweights The Devil Wears Prada on Sunday. See our guide to find the right place for your weekend.

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