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Pink Pig Brings Joy To Kids
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 26/09/2015
» Being a volunteer and an innovator might seem mutually exclusive preoccupations, but they can go hand in hand as demonstrated by one young student who has produced a unique toy to stimulate the learning abilities of children with autism.
Dishing up for the down and outs
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 31/01/2015
» It was a chilly Monday night as the homeless gathered in front of City Hall. Some languidly drifted around while others tucked themselves away in secluded corners of nearby concrete buildings to escape the wind.
Sorry state of HIV discrimination
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 29/11/2014
» HIV/Aids is one of the most researched diseases in the world with medical advancements adding more years to the lifespan of sufferers. However, in Thailand, laws are lacking that prevent a job seeker with the disease from being screened out by employers.
Let's get physical
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 24/09/2014
» Most people want to emerge the winner in any competition. But for Saowanit Kittidamrungsak and her team, there is something more important than winning.
Plant foods for a healthier future
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/02/2014
» There has been a change for the worse in this country in the lifestyle and dietary patterns of the majority of the population. Adherence to unhealthy eating habits — characterised by excessive consumption of diets high in fat and calories, processed foods and sweets but a lower intake of fruit and vegetables — is a factor that has made many people more susceptible to chronic diseases.
In the grey area
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 17/09/2013
» When economics lecturer Terdsak Chomtohsuwan suggested in all seriousness that singles should pay more tax _ bachelor's tax, as some may call it _ he became an object of ridicule, anger and criticism. Terdsak has been mocked in the social media ("Will the government help me find a husband/wife if they don't want me to stay single," is a common jibe), while critics attacked his idea as absurd, unfair and groundless.
Swimming against the tide
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 16/10/2013
» Several villages in the country have been submerged following heavy rains. The floodwater has got into houses and buildings, trapping families in their villages, damaging property and killing livestock. Roads have been swamped with water. Things have been washed away.
Serving up the best
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 20/08/2013
» A scene of little kids in yellow T-shirts running in excitement to join their class greeted us on our arrival at Ban Thongyord. The name in Thai literally means an egg drop coated in syrup, which is a dessert. But Ban Thongyord is not a cooking school. It's a badminton camp _ the training home for world's No.2 badminton player Ratchanok "May" Intanon, whose recent world championship win has made her the country's biggest star athlete and a household name.
Maps for the mind
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 09/07/2013
» From the womb to the end of life, the human brain is constantly developing, but never more so than in the early years. Studies suggest the bulk of brain growth and development occurs after birth.
Welcome to farmville
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 13/02/2013
» Once upon a time, many animals lived on a farm. A cow boasted that she is big and can produce milk for people.