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The power of community
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/03/2026
» According to the Thai Health Promotion Foundation, cities face many complex problems. In particular, domestic violence is a serious issue. In 2024, almost 800 women died from violence, or an average of two women per day, with alcohol and drug abuse being contributing factors.
Blueprint for a better future
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/09/2025
» In an era of polycrisis, from climate disruption and geopolitical instability to increasing mental and emotional strain, people, especially younger generations, are searching for ways to achieve happiness and well-being.
Walking in parallel worlds
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/08/2025
» After release from prison, many former inmates face negative public perception. As a result, it is difficult for them to start over. Even if they want to leave their prison life behind, they find that after becoming free, their minds are held captive by shadows of the past.
The changing tide
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/11/2024
» Born in Bangkok but raised in Narathiwat, artist Prach Pimarnman is interested in immigration and diversity. His solo exhibition "From Nomad To Nowhere" was inspired by his upbringing in the fishing community of Balik Hilay.
Curing loneliness
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/11/2024
» Studies have shown that loneliness and isolation can have a negative health impact, comparable to risks associated with smoking up to 15 cigarettes or drinking six glasses of alcohol per day.
Environmental art
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/09/2024
» In 2022, Imhathai Suwatthanasilp created the exhibition "Plankton Star Virus" for the Biennale of Sydney, which ran under the theme "rivus" and means stream in Latin. Trapped during the Covid-19 lockdowns, Imhathai was unable to conduct field research, so she gathered information online and watched videos and documentaries.
City reflections
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 07/05/2024
» It has been 242 years since Bangkok was established on the eastern banks of the Chao Phraya River in 1782 by King Rama I. Things have changed considerably since then and to showcase modern Bangkok in its various aspects, including society, urban landscape, lifestyle, art and culture, the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre invited 13 artists, creators, activists and researchers from various fields to reflect on the city through creative works, archives, activities and contemporary media at an exhibition titled "Bangkok 242, A Space For Sharing".
The elemental diet
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/04/2024
» Traditional Thai medicine categorises people into four elements based on their date of birth -- earth, water, air and fire.
Tales from the river
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/03/2024
» In 1986, veteran artist Vorasan Supap was a freshman at the Faculty of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts at Silpakorn University. He and his classmates lived together in their rented house next to Klong Bangkok Noi.
Inspiring innovators
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/03/2024
» Organised by the National Research Council of Thailand each year, the "Thailand New Gen Inventor Award: I-New Gen Award 2024" finds young minds with creative ideas to help propel innovative developments.