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A looming threat
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/10/2023
» Last month, thousands of dead fish were reported to have washed ashore on Bang Saen beach in Chon Buri. An environmental academician declared that the fish died due to a lack of oxygen caused by a plankton bloom.
Preserving local traditions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/03/2023
» Since Phetchaburi and Songkhla have an abundance of sugar palm trees, people recognise these two provinces for their palm sugar products. When local ingredient expert Anusorn Tipayanon and community architect Jantrarat Jantaratippalukit visited Pattani, they were surprised to see the palm sugar production process there. After trying wak or krachae (liquor made from palm sugar) in Panare, Anusorn came up with the idea to create the exhibition "Soul/Sweet" which depicts products made from palm sugar.
Paving her own path
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/09/2022
» Layla Sriyanonda is known for her book Life In Flight Mode, published by Salmon Books. It narrates the author's experiences as a flight attendant trainee. Recently, Layla released another book, Mabuhay Manila, or a journal of her days as a make-up trainee in Manila.
The best protection
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/05/2022
» Child car seats are designed to protect children from injuries or death or at the very least reduce injuries during vehicle collisions. Unfortunately, many Thais, including some healthcare workers, are not aware of the importance of these seats.
An emerging market
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/05/2022
» Due to negative impacts of pollution, many people are interested in sustainable development goals (SDG). As a result, many researchers and entrepreneurs have developed environmentally friendly materials which can be developed into eco-friendly products.
Dealing with loss
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/01/2022
» A little girl looks at an ambulance which comes to take her mother to the hospital. Sadly, the mother, who has Covid-19, does not return home. During her time of sadness, the little girl has a doll, which her mother gave her, to keep her company. As time goes by, the girl gradually gets over her loss, but she feels that her mother is always a part of her life.
A scourge like no other
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 14/06/2021
» The film Where Do We Go From Here? by Piyarat Piyapongwiwat raises questions about the problems of capitalism.
Dissection for a good cause
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/04/2021
» Animal cadavers are necessary for veterinary students, especially in surgical training. Formalin is normally used to preserve animal cadavers, however, it can cause stiffness in the joints and tissues and its odour irritates the eyes and nose, which can distract veterinary students from their practice.
Stamping out domestic abuse
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/03/2021
» As a spokesperson for the Thammasat University Student Union, Siwakorn Thatsanasorn is sociable and likes to help people out. One day, when she was in her neighbourhood, she noticed a girl who had a head injury and was crying. Out of concern, Siwakorn visited the girl's house and talked to her parents.
'Period rights are human rights'
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/02/2021
» Varangtip Satchatippavarn was aware of the stigma surrounding menstruation since her first period. Period stigma is a misconception that regards women's monthly bleeding as dirty and disgraceful -- a taboo. Whenever Varangtip purchased sanitary napkins, the sellers would put them in double bags, so that other people could not see them. Varangtip also experienced allergic reactions to some sanitary pads, so she changed brands several times. To solve her allergy issue, the 26-year-old eventually launched her own sanitary napkin brand, Ira Concept, which is organic and 99% biodegradable.