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The hidden charms of Jakarta
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/10/2023
» In Indonesia, Bali is a major tourist destination for Thais. However, during my three-day and two-night visit to Jakarta organised by BWH Hotels, I discovered the charms of Indonesia's capital. Jakarta is similar to Bangkok in terms of city vibes and heavy traffic, but Jakarta has more shade and trees than the City of Angels.
A lingering problem
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/05/2023
» For several months, PM2.5 dust has exceeded 50 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³) in many provinces in Thailand, which is considered unsafe. In some areas, such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son, PM2.5 levels have reached over 500µg/m³. While some people are aware of the dangers of PM2.5 pollution, others do not take it seriously.
Preserving local traditions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/03/2023
» Since Phetchaburi and Songkhla have an abundance of sugar palm trees, people recognise these two provinces for their palm sugar products. When local ingredient expert Anusorn Tipayanon and community architect Jantrarat Jantaratippalukit visited Pattani, they were surprised to see the palm sugar production process there. After trying wak or krachae (liquor made from palm sugar) in Panare, Anusorn came up with the idea to create the exhibition "Soul/Sweet" which depicts products made from palm sugar.
Paving her own path
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/09/2022
» Layla Sriyanonda is known for her book Life In Flight Mode, published by Salmon Books. It narrates the author's experiences as a flight attendant trainee. Recently, Layla released another book, Mabuhay Manila, or a journal of her days as a make-up trainee in Manila.
Doing away with stigma
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/02/2022
» Ae* was a healthy 80-year-old woman who played tennis two or three times a week, but when a physical examination showed a lump in her lung, she refused further medical examinations. Instead, she met Dr Nuttapon Kanprugse, the head of the Palliative Care Team at Camillian Hospital in Bangkok. Dr Nuttapon, who is also a family physician, told her that if the results of further tests showed the lump to be cancerous, she could possibly be cured because the tumour was small. However, Ae said as she was already 80, she preferred to live the rest of her life naturally rather than undergo surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy.
Tough as nails
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/10/2021
» A painting -- A Disproportionate Burden #21, #22, #23 and #24 -- created from charcoal, acrylic and oil which depicts unhappy and miserable faces was inspired when artist Pichai Pongsasaovapark met farmers while working on his latest collection, "A Disproportionate Burden".
Wild style
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/03/2020
» The human body has an incredible design. Female natural body lines, gorgeous shapes and aesthetic forms have been brought into classic and elegant visuals by exceptional photographer Sylvie Blum at the photo exhibition "Naked Beauty" at the Museum of Contemporary Art (Moca Bangkok). This is the first exhibition in Asia that displays more than 100 images taken by Blum, including original prints from her "Naked Beauty Series", her world-famous "Big Cat Series" and her "Animal Series" as well as 200 images showing her very own diary over the past 20 years.
Tradition vs trash on Loy Krathong
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 11/11/2019
» From krathong made from banana leaves to those made of styrofoam, bread, ice and other biodegradables, Thais have come up with many different ideas and materials to make floats for the Loy Krathong Festival, during which, on every Full Moon of the 12th lunar month, they pay respect and seek forgiveness from the Goddess of Water. The festival takes place tonight.
The long and winding road
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/07/2019
» The Appalachian Trail is a famous 3,500km-long scenic hiking track in the US, attracts about 2 million people each year. It winds its way through 14 states, across wild lands, roads and farms. Attempting the trail is no small task.
