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Deadly consequences
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 13/08/2024
» Last month, when six Vietnamese people were found dead at a luxury hotel in Bangkok, the news spread internationally. An autopsy conducted by Chulalongkorn Hospital reported that cyanide was the cause of death for all six victims. The tragic incident brought up memories of the case of Am Cyanide in 2023 and renewed awareness of the dangers of cyanide. Am is currently charged with the murder of 14 people by using cyanide and attempted murder of one victim who survived.
Historical horrors
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/06/2024
» The Oct 6, 1976, massacre was one of Thailand's most tragic incidents -- a violent crackdown by the Royal Thai Police and right-wing paramilitaries against student protesters at Thammasat University and areas around Sanam Luang.
Faith and fortune
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 29/05/2024
» Mazu, a Chinese sea goddess, is believed to grant wishes. Hence, people visit the Mazu Shrine (Chao Mae Tubtim Shrine) in Lhong 1919, the historic Bangkok riverfront area, to pray.
Splitting hairs?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/04/2024
» When Protpittayapayat School, located close to Suvarnabhumi airport, posted on Facebook that it will allow students to choose their own hairstyle to match their preference and gender identity, many people lauded the school executives and teachers for this action.
Soaring traditions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/04/2024
» Flying kites used to be a popular activity enjoyed during summer. However, with fewer open spaces this activity has been slowly disappearing. Fortunately, Iconsiam has collaborated with the Ministry of Culture, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and the Association of Thai and International Kites to organise "Iconsiam Thailand's Kite Festival 2024". The event takes place at River Park in Iconsiam, next to the Chao Phraya River.
Solar solutions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/02/2024
» Four years ago, Boonyuen Siritham, president of the Thailand Consumers Council (TCC), paid around 17,000 baht to 18,000 baht monthly in petrol and electricity bills. As an environmentalist, she aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and cut her expenses so she decided to install a solar rooftop and switched to an electric car. Since then, she pays only 2,500 baht per month for electricity.
Feel the joy
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/12/2023
» Giving usually makes people feel happy. Nathanan Charoenkitchaikarn and Surasak Chana, two employees of UOB Thailand, experienced a special weekend when they volunteered to join UOB's project "UOB Please Touch" programme at the Bangkok School for the Blind.
Championing change
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/11/2023
» When Jasmin* transferred to Pibulwitthayalai School in Lop Buri, Sutep Upayak, a guidance counsellor and admissions committee member, learned she had been diagnosed with gender dysphoria by a psychiatrist. She wore male student uniforms at her former school and due to her condition, her parents allowed her to undergo hormone therapy at a hospital.
The dangers of digital addiction
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 14/11/2023
» Eddie* has a choleric temperament which made him difficult for people to deal with. When he was just over two years old, he was given a tablet to play with. After that, he spent a lot of time in front of the screen.
Embracing mental health
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/10/2023
» Eight out of 10 Thais experienced mental health issues exacerbated by the aftermath of Covid-19, according to a six-month survey conducted before February 2022 by Mintel, a global market research company. Gen Z is the age group that feels loneliest, at 38%, compared to other generations such as millennials (26%) and Gen X (15%).