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Creative resilience
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/02/2026
» Bangkok Design Week 2026 returned for its ninth year last month. This year, BKKDW2026 claims that, the festival is a systematic platform driving the city-level creative economy. Organised by the Creative Economy Agency, the event asserts that designing is a practical tool which must be applied to elevate standards, create new opportunities and forge new pathways for survival of the city, the economy and Thai businesses.
Food safety under scrutiny
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/09/2025
» Although fruits and vegetables are a good source of vitamins and minerals, people are also aware that they may contain harmful residues due to the use of pesticides.
Blueprint for global success
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/07/2025
» The Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA) was established as a result of the success of Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), which develops cultural and entertainment content that can achieve global influence and lead to economic benefits. THACCA aims to drive Thailand's creative economy in 14 industries including film, TV series, festivals, art and sports.
Embracing inclusivity
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 07/07/2025
» To create global recognition and stimulate the economy in both the business sector and tourism in urban areas, the campaign My Pride Thailand was launched recently.
The art of aquascaping
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/03/2025
» Drawn by the beauty of underwater nature, many people have been enjoying the Thailand Aquascaping Art Fair. Organised by MMAD MunMun Art Destination, the TAAF as it is known has been taking place for the past three years and offers a cash prize of over 100,000 baht. The competition is divided into two categories -- aquascapes decorated with contestants' own materials; and those created with materials in a blind box provided by the organiser.
K-pop double-header in Bangkok this month
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/03/2025
» On March 15, K-pop enthusiasts in Thailand will have a tough time deciding which show to attend -- "2025 Jisoo Asia Tour: Lights, Love, Action! In Bangkok" or "2025 Yugyeom Tour [Trusty] Encore In Bangkok".
Art for biodiversity
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 10/09/2024
» Organised by Thai Beverage Plc, the art competition White Elephant Award returns with an exhibition with the theme "Biodiversity". Among numerous artworks, two art pieces, Land Of Life (wooden block) by Teerapon Phopaesri and Diversity Within Dominated Condition (a sculpture made from lead, steel, paper mache and resin) by Chaiyan Ninlabon won the White Elephant Prize and the Grand Prize, respectively.
AI in the spotlight
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/07/2024
» In today's digital age, artificial intelligence has become increasingly integrated into people's daily lives, from movie recommendations on streaming platforms to virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa and semi-autonomous technology in Tesla vehicles. As a result, the misuse of AI is becoming an issue of concern.
Living happier
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 04/03/2024
» What will happen in Thailand in the next decade? With concern about mental health, the National Innovation Agency collaborated with the Department of Mental Health and FutureTales Lab by MQDC to conduct the study "Futures Of Mental Health In Thailand 2033".
Putting food on the table
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/01/2024
» Thailand ranks 13th among world food exporters, accounting for 2.3% of the global food market, valued at approximately 1.1 billion baht. However, according to the GermanWatch Global Climate Risk Index 2021, Thailand ranks ninth out of 180 countries for long-term climate risk. Climate risk affects Thailand in several aspects, especially in tourism and agriculture.