Showing 1 - 10 of 12
Caution is the internet watchword
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 26/11/2016
» Like a coin with two sides, there is more to digital media than meets the eye as it penetrates our privacy and is prone to abuse if handled carelessly and irresponsibly. The potential dangers transcend just about every age bracket.
When the message of love fills the air
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 14/02/2015
» Today could have been just another Saturday for millions of Bangkok residents. Instead, they will be plied with roses, chocolates, gifts or candle-lit dinners.
Sorry state of HIV discrimination
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 29/11/2014
» HIV/Aids is one of the most researched diseases in the world with medical advancements adding more years to the lifespan of sufferers. However, in Thailand, laws are lacking that prevent a job seeker with the disease from being screened out by employers.
A vegetarian tale
News, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 18/10/2014
» Vegetarian meals bring a full dose of spiritual cleansing but debate still rages over the long-term health benefits of going vegan.
Boys will be boys
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 14/01/2014
» Unpleasant stories about men's aggression and violence towards their family members continue to surface. And violent behaviour can be assimilated through the family environment as children grow up. Boys who witness or even fall victim to domestic violence tend to use violence to deal with problems.
Carbodroid says drink water
Muse, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 26/10/2013
» Water is life. The amount we need can vary from day to day, depending on our activities. If we need to be engaged in strenuous physical activity or be outdoors most of the time during the day, for example, we are supposed to drink more glasses of water than usual, otherwise we may end up with dehydration at the end of the day.
In the grey area
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 17/09/2013
» When economics lecturer Terdsak Chomtohsuwan suggested in all seriousness that singles should pay more tax _ bachelor's tax, as some may call it _ he became an object of ridicule, anger and criticism. Terdsak has been mocked in the social media ("Will the government help me find a husband/wife if they don't want me to stay single," is a common jibe), while critics attacked his idea as absurd, unfair and groundless.
Does mouthwash work?
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 06/08/2013
» A brief gargle with mouthwash gives one fresh, minty-fragrant breath and a clean mouth and helps create a very favourable impression on others, while foul breath causes a bad first impression and makes intimacy unpleasant. This is a message proclaimed by the flood of mouthwash advertisements in the media, and particularly on TV, in recent years.
Nurturing a love of nature
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 17/04/2013
» Upon our afternoon arrival at Hello Woods, an experience-based nature learning centre in Chiba province to the east of Tokyo, a feeling of excitement ran through us, reflected in our faces painted with smiles. But a shiver also ran down my spine. It was so cold even though the sakura blossom that signal the arrival of spring had bloomed a few weeks ago.
Burning Benefits
Life, Sukhumaporn Laiyok, Published on 26/02/2013
» It's hot, it heats and it hurts _ yet many people enjoy eating chillies, commonly found in Thai food. Such people must enjoy torturing themselves as these little balls of fire produce a burning sensation.