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Showcasing the best of Thai cotton
Life, Published on 21/06/2017
» Thai cotton will take centre stage during the 10th Fai Tor Jai fair which will be held at the Support Arts and Crafts International Centre of Thailand (Sacict) in the Bangsai district of Ayutthaya from tomorrow to Sunday, 10am-7pm.
A larger-than-life Aussie lit up Thailand
B Magazine, Andrew Biggs, Published on 07/05/2017
» The annual Australian TV awards called The Logies were on last week. Having been away from Australia for nearly three decades I can't get too excited about them, primarily because most of the winners were born after I left. Watching excerpts of the shows up for awards does remind me that one cannot confine a discussion about bad TV to Thailand only.
State-à-state
Muse, Published on 15/04/2017
» French Embassy marks 160 years of Thai-Franco relations with exhibition
Forever grateful
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 15/02/2017
» 'My Dearest Khun Prisna, I am now in one of the most beautiful places. Our hotel's name is 'Castello del Sole' (Castle of the Sun). Isn't it chic? The name is like one in a fairy tale. This town is so cute. It has a bright-coloured lake and nice houses on slopes. Routes and paths criss-cross the hills. Colourful flowers blossom everywhere ..."
Mindfulness through animation
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 03/01/2017
» On Jan 12, the digital version of dhamma textbook Cittanagara : The Miracle Of Mind City will be officially launched, allowing an easier and more enjoyable understanding of Buddhist teachings and principles.
What's trending and happening this week ...
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 10/12/2016
» 1. For those who suddenly crave a tub of ice cream while couch-potatoing at home, French artisan ice cream brand Below Eleven has got you covered. Founded by French entrepreneur and long-time Bangkok resident Hervé Mouly, Below Eleven has launched an express ice cream delivery service from 3pm-10pm, seven days a week. The brand is known for its high grade and natural ingredients, with fresh cream and milk flown from Normandy, France. Must-try flavours include Tahitian Vanilla, made from 100% fresh French Tahitian vanilla beans, and their fruity sorbets, clean of all artificial flavours and colouring. Below Eleven delivers ice cream in three sizes: 85ml cup, 473ml pint and 2 litre bucket. Visit www.below11.com to order.
The Royal Family tree
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 28/11/2016
» The tree is about 15m-tall. It stands in the forest of Kui Buri National Park in Prachuap Khiri Khan, 280km south of Bangkok. Its branches spread out, but they do not have a single leaf.
Loy Krathong celebrations
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 10/11/2016
» One of Thailand's most popular festivals, Loy Krathong, will be back although overt celebrations of events may still be toned down as a mark of respect after the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. This year, the Full Moon of the 12th lunar month falls on Nov 14, when restrictions on festive celebrations and entertainment venues will be lifted after the first 30 days of the mourning period.
Sad, melancholic rhythms
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 31/10/2016
» Since Oct 14, one day after the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the sounds of conch shells, bugles, pipes and drum beats, followed by the melancholic tones of classical music, have been heard from the Grand Palace six times a day. Each session lasts about 15 minutes and often makes many mourners nationwide burst into tears. This royal tradition is called prakhom yumyam.
Bittersweet tribute to HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej
Muse, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 29/10/2016
» On Oct 31, the curtain will completely fall on the legendary Sakulthai Weekly Magazine, sadly one day before its 62nd anniversary.