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Empowered women empower women
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 07/03/2023
» International Women's Day is on March 8 and the 2023 theme invites everyone everywhere to truly "#EmbraceEquity". IWD has sparked a sense of solidarity year after year, bringing together people from all walks of life to honour the achievements of women. No matter who you are, you can also take action to promote gender parity. Guru By Bangkok Post presents a list of activities and public awareness campaigns for you to get behind the wheel of change.
Through the looking glass
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 19/08/2022
» Have you ever wondered what the adage "A picture is worth a thousand words" mean? Through their lenses, what photographers saw was beyond words. You can catch on to that through the photographs they captured, which convey their thoughts, experiences and resolves. To get a clearer picture, Guru speaks to talented photographers, whose current works are on display, asking them to share their definitions of photography. In celebration of World Photography Day today, we also list photography workshops and talks which you can get inspiration from, not to mention a contest and an open campaign.
Through the looking glass
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 17/12/2021
» We have a few pages left to close the book on the year of "perseverance", Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year 2021. It aptly sums up our shared experiences. Whether it is the pandemic, the "moving abroad" phenomenon or the cryptocurrency and NFT crazes, 2021 has been an eventful ride, for better or worse. Guru speaks to people from different fields who weigh in on the global and domestic trends of 2021. Let's hear about their roller-coaster rides, as well as their unforgettable experiences.
Art from memories
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 19/11/2021
» Enter a realm of pop culture remembrances through the eyes of a 70s kid on the fourth floor of Central: The Original Store. Tawan Wattuya, the creator behind the art of memories, is an internationally-renowned watercolour painter known for his breakthrough exhibitions "500" and "Siamese Freaks".
Horror show
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 29/10/2021
» Have you ever imagined what your days would be like if scenarios of the horror films took place in real life? We have seen many metropolises in movies that were doomed by the deadliest fictional disasters or the undead, but how about Bangkok? Will we be lucky enough to survive the catastrophes? Think no further, because we have made up scenarios about how Bangkokians will, or will not, pull through a post-apocalyptic world that is inspired by horror tropes we know and love. Plus, we gather spooktacular ideas for Halloween costumes and a list of films that would send shivers down your spine this Halloween.
Art with a future
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 17/09/2021
» You've probably heard about NFTs after digital artwork Everydays: The First 5000 Days created by Mike Winkelmann, known professionally as Beeple, was bought by Vignesh Sundaresan, who paid US$69 million (B2.26 billion) for it.
Lockdown 'IT' items
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 03/09/2021
» The novelty of SAH or WFH eventually wears out and what can hold your attention most during these times apart from all the apps? Online shopping! The latest hot picks in online shopping are air fryers, Nintendo Switch and potted plants, to name a few. Although they do not keep us safe from infection, they help us kill lockdown boredom. But are these in-trend items worth snatching up? Guru delves deeper into the 'it' items bought during lockdown to find out how they've helped people cope with the situation.
Class of Covid-19
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 20/08/2021
» Stepping out into the world as a fresh graduate during a pandemic has been undeniably difficult. Transition into adulthood is tough enough without Miss Rona, who has caused the decline of job opportunities, an unstable political situation and loss of life experiences, to name a few on the tip of the iceberg. However, this is a reality that millions of young Thais face today. Guru speaks to a few to learn about their beginnings at adulthood and resources they can turn to for help.