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Weaving trash into art
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 29/08/2024
» During the Covid-19 lockdown, Jarupatcha Achavasmit, a lecturer at the School of Architecture, Art, and Design at King Mongkut Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, spent her time in Hua Hin. While walking along the beaches, she noticed that the waves were washing up trash. She assumed that it was the way the sea returned unwanted items to humans. She felt sorry for the sea and decided to help it by turning the trash it spat back at humans into art pieces.
Switching to sustainable
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/08/2024
» Thailand Research Expo 2024 returns with the theme "Research Synergy For The Sustainable Development Of Thai Economy And Society". The annual event was organised by the National Research Council of Thailand, the Ministry of Higher Education Science, Research and Innovation and research networks from various sectors. It takes place at the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld until Aug 30.
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.
From graffiti to high fashion
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/07/2024
» Although Cyril Kongo is a graffiti artist, his creative expressions are not limited to walls, which were his first medium. His artistic creations also appear on a range of products such as watch dials, scarves, furniture, cigars and even airplanes due to collaborations with high-end brands including Hermès, Chanel, Richard Mille, Daum and La Cornue.
The art of deception?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 11/06/2024
» The image of a magician in Thailand is still a man in a tuxedo who pulls a rabbit out of a hat. However, five magicians -- Patrick Kun, Charles the French, Tada the Pad-Thai, Sagar Choksi and VK.Vich -- have tried to update this outdated image with modern performances that wow audiences. You can catch these five perform at "The Magicians: Thailand's Greatest Magic – Live In Bangkok 2024" at M Theatre on Saturday and Sunday.
Living heritage
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 13/05/2024
» Seven years ago, Sumet Ubonvirattana, a well-known breeder of Thai cats and the founder of PP Thai Cattery, received two Korat cats from his late grandfather. Due to his fondness for local breeds, he took great care of them and thought that they were exceptionally beautiful. He later decided to take his cats to a show organised by The International Maew Boran Association (TIMBA).