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BACC goes local
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 06/10/2025
» Bangkok Art and Culture Centre is a well-known as an art centre in Bangkok. This year, it launched the Local Networking Project to provide a platform for artists from other regions besides the capital. The project involves fieldwork in various locations across the country. Artists have the opportunity to explore local legends, folktales, unrecorded histories and contemporary community lifestyles.
Innovation for impact
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 11/06/2025
» Thailand Research Expo 2025 is back under the theme "Research For All: Connecting Thailand's Future Through Research And Innovation". Organised by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), the event will be held from June 16-20 at the Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld.
The South, beyond the stereotypes
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 07/02/2024
» As one of Thailand's three southern border provinces, Pattani is often associated with violence despite offering interesting characteristics. At Xspace Gallery, "Patani Abstract" showcases work from 10 artists affiliated with Patani Artspace -- the first art space in the three southern border provinces. "Patani Abstract" offers diverse perspectives of the region through abstract art.
Pakk Taii Design Week 2023
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/08/2023
» When Covid-19 pandemic broke out, it affected many industries and led to the loss of jobs for numerous people, including those in the creative industries, who were forced to return to their hometowns. To support the young generations of the south and provide platforms for them to showcase their creations, Creative Economy Agency (CEA) collaborated with Songkhla Province, Tourism Authority of Thailand, local designers and creators to hold the first “Pakk Taii Design Week 2023 (PTDW2023)”.
Bridging divisions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/08/2023
» Korakot Sangnoy is a Buddhist artist who lives in Pattani, one of the three southernmost border provinces. However, since the majority of the community there is of the Islamic faith, he has embraced diversity and seeks to understand differences.
Preserving local traditions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/03/2023
» Since Phetchaburi and Songkhla have an abundance of sugar palm trees, people recognise these two provinces for their palm sugar products. When local ingredient expert Anusorn Tipayanon and community architect Jantrarat Jantaratippalukit visited Pattani, they were surprised to see the palm sugar production process there. After trying wak or krachae (liquor made from palm sugar) in Panare, Anusorn came up with the idea to create the exhibition "Soul/Sweet" which depicts products made from palm sugar.
Uniting the world through art
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/09/2022
» The third edition of Bangkok Art Biennale (BAB) 2022 is set to return from Oct 22 to Feb 23. Under the theme of "Chaos: Calm", BAB will showcase over 200 art pieces by 73 artists from 35 countries at 12 venues in Bangkok including Wat Pho, Wat Arun, the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Museum Siam, JWD Art Space and CentralWorld.
Halal skincare
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/06/2022
» As a religious Muslim and a woman who uses make-up, Suraiya Waeusang has to remove the product and wash her face at least three times a day before prayers. Muslims must wash their hands, mouth, nose, face, arms, head, ears and feet before prayers five times a day -- three times in the day and two times in the evening and at night.
Seeking justice and equality
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/05/2022
» Mention Thailand's Deep South and people usually refer to the three southern border provinces -- Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat -- and four districts of Songkhla -- Chana, Thepha, Na Thawi and Saba Yoi. Also for many people, the Deep South can mean violence and insurgency.
Helping Thailand help itself
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/04/2022
» Teerachai Suppameteekulwat of the sustainable and eco-friendly design company Qualy usually designs new products from recycled waste material, such as fishing nets, plastic bottle and caps, and bags.