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Eyes over the wool
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 14/05/2013
» Whether we realise it or not, we all probably take wool and sheep for granted, most likely dismissing them as mere fibre grown on passively harmless animals, and as the inspiration for a partly-annoying children's lullaby.
The fuss about Furbies
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 18/02/2013
» The hysterical longings _ and a whiff of hatred _ circling the air for the newest generation of Furbies in Thailand is so palpable, it hits you in the face like a purple, fuzzy brick. The hit owlish toy with the iconic googly eyes and a chatterbox nature that can interact with the owner _ personally or through mobile apps _ was first introduced in the US in 1998 and sold over 40 million units within three years, instantly becoming a sensation so sweeping you might have had to send your child to Pluto in order to avoid it.
The rhythm is gonna get you
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 06/12/2012
» The German Grammy-nominated and globally acclaimed electronic dance music DJ, Paul van Dyk, will be the main highlight of the Superbeat Music Festival taking place this Sunday at Bitec, Bangna. The ever-popular 40-year-old artist, whose real name is Matthias Paul, makes a welcome return to Thailand after his last visit in 2009. We asked him a few questions before his big performance on Dec 9.
Keeping abreast of the latest innovations
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 17/11/2012
» There's a certain irony to clothing - it seems to matter because it's seen (everyone wants to look pretty and well dressed, right?), although in reality, it's what's not seen that actually matters.