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Super natural
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 21/01/2016
» Design and environmental friendliness can go hand in hand. When it comes to eco-friendly houses, most people tend to think of adding more green elements to the building. That is one way to do it, but participants in "Elle Decoration Young Talent Design Project 2015" have learned that there is a lot more than that.
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Missing, but not forgotten
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 26/01/2016
» In 2006, Chaipas "Ten" Danguagul went out to play with his friends. He never came home. His father went to the police but since Chaipas was missing for less than 24 hours, the police refused to file a missing persons' report. His father patrolled the neighbourhood to search for his son all night, but came up blank. The next day Chaipas' parents went to the police station, but were met with resistance again, when a policeman on duty said a missing person is not a criminal case.
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New trains -- but at what cost?
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 25/01/2016
» After 16 years of electric trains in Bangkok, it has been proven that travelling in this busy city by this mode of transportation is very useful. You can estimate your own departure and arrival times without having to worry about whether or not you will miss your appointment. But that's only if you're on the BTS or MRT trains, which obviously cover only some areas of the capital.
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An exercise in holidaying
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 09/02/2016
» A holiday, to many, means exhaustion rather than relaxation. But at Absolute Sanctuary, a wellness resort in Koh Samui, guests feel relaxed, recharged and revitalised and this usually lasts long after their holiday.
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Sounds about write
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 15/02/2016
» Chiang Mai-based writer Jirat Prasertsup used to work within the editorial staff at a free magazine, he is also a columnist and translator. Like many others who get tired of telling other people's stories, Jirat started writing and has had five books published. One of his books got him well-deserved attention. Pipittapan Sieng (Museum Of Sound) was a highlight of his career after it was shortlisted for the prestigious SEA Write Award (though it didn't win).
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Wearing different hats
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 16/02/2016
» There was a time when Krissada Sukosol Clapp was known as "Noi Wong Pru", referring to his status as a frontman of an early 2000s indie rock band. There was another period when he was known as Kriss, the creative director of The Siam Hotel, his family business. But in the past few years, people have started to recognise this wiry man, whose nickname is Noi, as a film actor. In his latest motion picture role, Krissada both gets to act and sing: Luk Thung Signature, in cinemas now, is a musical featuring five intertwining love stories, all connected by luk thung country music.
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Created for a better world
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 22/02/2016
» The capital of Sweden recently played host to Stockholm Design Week, which was held from Feb 8-14. Dating back to 2002, the week allowed design enthusiasts to hop freely from place to place in as many showrooms in different venues across the city showcasing their objets d'art.
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Retro grade
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 09/12/2015
» Charoen Krung Road, Thailand's first road completed in 1864, was once a hub of prosperity, rich with money, culture and diversity. Now in 2015, the road that runs past the Old City, along the river all the way to Thanon Tok, has enjoyed an urban revival. Once home to expats, embassies, religious and ethnic communities and shophouses, the road and its many sois have now been enlivened by a younger vibe, from Maitri Chit Road near Yaowarat (Chinatown) to the galleries in mid-Charoen Krung.
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The social entrepreneur
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 14/12/2015
» Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus believes when there is zero poverty, zero unemployment and zero carbon emissions, this could be the beginning of a new civilisation.
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The taxing issue of eco-friendly cars
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 16/12/2015
» Many people expect the upcoming new year to mark a new beginning but apparently 2016 will not be a good time for those who want to buy a new car as the new excise tax structure will be implemented, starting from Jan 1. The new vehicle excise tax will be based on carbon dioxide emissions, E85-gasohol compatibility and fuel efficiency which means only those who go for eco-friendly cars will not be affected by higher taxes.
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