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The loveliness of a flying beetle
Roger Crutchley, Published on 20/07/2025
» The recent cricket match between England and India at Lord's was reportedly briefly delayed by a swarm of ladybirds which were bothering the players. It is believed to be the first recorded instance of "ladybirds stopped play". More importantly, swarm is not the correct term for these flying beetles. The collective noun for ladybirds (ladybugs for our American friends) is a "loveliness".
Heirlooms of Elegance: HRH Princess Sirivannavari's High Jewellery Masterpiece
Published on 25/12/2023
» In the spirit of the 2023 Festive and Holiday season, a remarkable collaboration between SIRIVANNAVARI, led by HRH Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya as the Creative Director, and Beauty Gems, a prominent jewellery brand in Thailand, has given birth to the exquisite "Heirlooms of Elegance" collection, marking the third chapter in the realm of High Jewellery. Melding diverse expertise, this collection reinterprets brand codes and cherished memories with the meticulous craftsmanship of master jewellers.
Ramathibodi Foundation unveils new collection
Life, Published on 02/11/2023
» Ramathibodi Foundation continues its commitment to giving and saving patients' lives so that they can once again have a new lease on life.
Herbs for health
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 30/08/2022
» Nam pak sathon is a condiment from the Dan Sai district of Loei province. With a salty flavour, people in Loei replace fish sauce and nam pla ra (fermented fish sauce) with nam pak sathon when making som tam (spicy papaya salad), jaew dam (Isan style sauce) and other Isan dishes. Thus, when TCDC Commons at Seacon Square Srinagarindra held the workshop "Nam Pak Sathon", 15 participants learned about the condiment and how to use it in dishes.
A forest in the heart of the city
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 21/07/2022
» Bangkok is currently shrouded in monsoon clouds, but during the day, green parks and open-air venues have become popular gathering places for locals and families.
'Very Hungry Caterpillar' author Eric Carle dies aged 91
AFP, Published on 27/05/2021
» WASHINGTON: Eric Carle, author and illustrator of the beloved children's classic "The Very Hungry Caterpillar," has died aged 91, according to a statement from his official Instagram account on Wednesday.
MQDC debuts world’s first “Biodiversity Standard” for property development to conserve and balance ecosystems
Published on 09/12/2020
» MQDC is following its principle of “For All Well-Being” for the well-being of all life on earth
'Ladybug Library' takes flight in Lumpini
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/11/2018
» Ared ladybug lives in the heart of Lumpini Park, the country's first public park, but it cannot fly and its black spots were not designed to scare away predators. Quite the reverse: it is being billed as a new magnet to promote early education in Thailand.
Let the children come
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 07/11/2018
» Have you ever considered taking your kids to a library? The place may seem out of touch and not so relatable, as we already have much of the information we need right at our fingertips, with internet access.
Ready, set, game
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 12/04/2011
» Everybody has experienced a video game at least once in their life; some play them every day. Games have evolved from retail products for specific consoles to an online and mobile form of readily available entertainment.