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Pottery nam pla
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/03/2023
» Assoc Prof Sukumarl Sarakasetrin, ceramist and lecturer at the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University, took an interest in mochaware -- a type of household pottery first produced in the UK -- having been struck by its complex patterns resembling those seen on agate.
Finding peace in northern Thailand
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 18/02/2021
» Next Friday will mark the Makha Bucha, also known as Magha Puja Day, another important day for Buddhists. It falls on the Full Moon day of the third lunar month in which 1,250 enlightened monks (or arahant) gathered to listen to Buddha teach his principles known as Ovadha Patimokha more than 2,500 years ago. The teaching roughly consists of three major concepts: do good, abstain from bad action and purify the mind.
Thin is in
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/02/2021
» During the Covid-19 lockdown last year, ceramicist Sukanjana Kanjanabatr calmed herself by making circular clay shapes following the temporary closure of her studio. Thousands of the thin and circular pieces later were developed into 13 porcelain artworks that are on display at the ceramics exhibition, "A Practice Of Slowing Down", at Offbeat Box.
Paying homage to home
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/01/2021
» Internationally-acclaimed Thai contemporary artist Pinaree Sanpitak, who is known for her "breast stupa" artwork, found inspiration when she first started breastfeeding 27 years ago.
Cabin crew goodies for foodies
Life, Published on 17/06/2020
» To help reinvigorate the Thai economy, the "EM Save Thai Crew Market" gathers a range of high-quality food and lifestyle products from famous shops, at the Helix Garden, 5th floor of EmQuartier, every Thursday to Sunday from 11am to 7pm until July 5.
A ray of minimalism
Life, Published on 12/12/2019
» With a thickness of less than 5mm, True Thinline is Rado's slimmest high-tech ceramic watch with a minimalist design.
GSP halt a wake-up call
News, Editorial, Published on 29/10/2019
» US President Donald Trump administration's surprise decision to suspend trade preferences for Thailand under the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) has triggered fears over the impact on already-slumping Thai exports.
Bring yourself to Bang Rak
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 16/05/2019
» Behind the busy street of Charoen Krung in Bang Rak district, there are some places where you can enjoy peace and seclusion, although this part of Bangkok is known as a prime commercial area.
Brexit to help Thai trade, scrap unfair tariffs
Reuters, Published on 26/02/2019
» LONDON: Sweetcorn from Thailand and tinned mandarins from China are among the goods Britain will scrap higher tariffs on after it leaves the European Union, the British government said on Monday.
Lampang crows over kitchenware
Business, Published on 07/02/2019
» The rooster bowl, the ceramic kitchenware known for a distinctive chicken pattern on its side, is a major product of Lampang province in northern Thailand, the popularity of which has brought financial stability to many locals.