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Titillating Thai TV is a turn off
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 01/05/2014
» I can’t remember the last time I had a good laugh while watching Thai television.
Prevent a cat-astrophe
Muse, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 05/04/2014
» Looking for furry friends? Cats can be good companions either in a cosy apartment or for a busy family. Cats don’t want a daily walk and most tolerate being left alone for long periods of time. But these self-sufficient animals need more than a bowl of food and a comfortable lap on demand.
Take it without a grain of salt
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 11/03/2014
» The kidneys remove harmful waste and extra water from the blood and produce the hormones necessary to make red blood cells.
New Mahidol unit to focus on sensory science
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 10/12/2013
» The scent of freshly baked biscuits or cakes wafting from the kitchen gives us an urge to try some. The sight of a hamburger may cause us to lovingly recall the textures and flavours of the various ingredients and make our mouths water. And first impressions can be negative, too _ the unattractive look of oyster shells and the intensely salty smell of the sea they give off may put off some people and deter them from sampling this delectable shellfish for the first time.
Maps for the mind
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 09/07/2013
» From the womb to the end of life, the human brain is constantly developing, but never more so than in the early years. Studies suggest the bulk of brain growth and development occurs after birth.
A ruined reputation
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 21/02/2012
» A series of dog attacks, some fatal, by pit bulls on people have raised questions about the safety of keeping these so-called ferocious canines as pets.