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Going through changes
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 23/07/2015
» HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn is an acknowledged scholar of China, having studied the Chinese language for over 30 years. She first visited China in 1981, a trip which resulted in her first book on China called Yam Dan Mungkorn (Travels Through The Land Of The Dragon). She has made a total of 38 trips to China, visiting all 22 provinces and five autonomous regions. She has written 13 travelogues on China, translated Chinese poetry compiled in two books, translated several novels as well as other articles on China.
The stars come out to shine
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 05/07/2015
» In the Thai entertainment industry, the Nataraja Awards are akin to the Oscars for outstanding radio and television programmes. Television has a wider audience than film, as practically every household watches the evening television dramas, so the outcome of the awards is eagerly anticipated by both fans and entertainment stalwarts alike.
London gets a taste of Thailand
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 28/06/2015
» The Thai silks were there, the celebrities were there, but the warm wraps indicated that this was not Thailand, but London on a cool June evening. It was as much a social occasion as a cultural presentation, when artists of the Fine Arts Department performed the khon masked dance drama at the Royal Albert Hall.
Ramayana par excellence
News, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 27/06/2015
» Thailand shimmered and sparkled in a prominent corner of London last week as a khon mask dance took centre-stage at the Royal Albert Hall.
Playing the numbers game
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 25/05/2015
» The death of revered monk Luang Por Koon last week was eye-opening in many ways.
Inspired by a song
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 24/05/2015
» His Majesty the King’s musical compositions provided the inspiration for four short films that recently premiered at Siam Pavalai Royal Grand Theatre, Siam Paragon. The red-carpet premiere took place earlier this month to mark Coronation Day.
Mother of all challenges
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 04/05/2015
» I was at a mega shopping complex one day, having a quick bite at a Scandinavian-style cafe with high tables and tall stools. Three young sisters, aged between four and eight I imagine, were seated at one long table, enjoying their meal. Their parents must have been nearby, but not seated with them at that particular moment.
Turf goes to the surf
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 03/05/2015
» The large stretch of white sand in front of the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort provided a perfect venue for Asia’s only beach polo event.
Thai filmmakers find inspiration in HM the King's music
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 01/05/2015
» The red carpet premiere of Kitarachanibhon, a film project initiated by Boon Rawd Brewery Co Ltd and Singha Corporation Co Ltd, will be held on May 6.
The Southern Belle of East Bangkok
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 27/04/2015
» I am spoiled. Totally spoiled.