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The pageant where the babes are happy to be called pigs
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 29/11/2015
» In a world where beauty is all about attaining “perfection”, Kaewta “Gataew” Chalaem, 22, finds it hard to live it up to mainstream standards. Weighing in at 170 kilogrammes, the XXL girl can’t help but wonder how it feels to be seen as pretty, just for once in her life.
Get yourself on a lucky streak
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 22/11/2015
» Belief in ngo heng, or how your facial features determine your fate in life, is widespread among Thai people of Chinese heritage. But it’s hardly the only superstition relating to luck in a country where everything from the day you were born to the letters in your name are thought to have a bearing on the path your life takes. Here are some of the things that could put you on the right track, or set you off course.
The future’s written all over your face
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 22/11/2015
» Born and raised in a large Chinese family, 32-year-old Hong has always been familiar with the traditions of her ancestors. Her mother strictly follows every ritual and ceremony. Besides all the important customs, they are also strong believers in Chinese physiognomy, otherwise known as the art of face reading.
When robots rule the world
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 01/11/2015
» Welcoming weary travellers to the Henn na Hotel in Sasebo, Nagasaki, demure robot receptionists that bow, smile, blink and converse are a sign of what’s to come. Fully staffed by a robotic concierge, cyber porters and automated cleaners, the Japanese hotel is a mechanised wonder.
Fighting like a girl
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 25/10/2015
» Rose’s perfectly-pencilled eyebrows, red lips and rosy cheeks are nothing unusual for a young ladyboy. With her delicate and feminine manner, she is only a few steps away from being completely female.
The new weapon in the fight against HIV
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 18/10/2015
» Krit spends weekdays in his office on Sathon Road and nights out at a gay club on Silom Soi 2. The 28-year-old is a gym fanatic, and can also be found at one of Bangkok’s most famous gay saunas twice a week.
Child sex case dropped, but a life still left in ruins
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 11/10/2015
» On June 8 last year, the life that American engineer Christopher Lee Hobbs had been building for himself and his family came tumbling down. The 56-year-old was arrested in Pattaya on six counts of molesting two underage boys — a Thai and a Cambodian — and faced the prospect of 42 years in prison.
Thrust into the spotlight
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 06/09/2015
» Located just 50km from the heart of Bangkok, Nong Chok district could have been pincered from the southern provinces and relocated on the eastern outskirts of the capital.
Riders on the 'vanz' storm
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 23/08/2015
» The way Weerawate Hempijit tells it he’s not the original Wild One, but just a free spirit who loves the open road and sharing it with up to 15,000 other motorcyclists.
Tragic end for family breadwinner
Spectrum, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 23/08/2015
» The force of the explosion tore metal pilings from the fence around Erawan Shrine, transforming them into deadly projectiles. Waraporn Changtam was struck from behind, her head impaled.