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From stand-up to soulful art
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/07/2025
» Udom "Nose" Taephanich is known as the most famous stand-up comedian in Thailand. On stage, Udom tells stories close to home and engages audiences with a humorous style of talking, which is why tickets for his performances always sell out. Although Udom made people laugh, he did not realise he was stressed until he went to consult a psychiatrist.
K-pop's rollercoaster year
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/12/2024
» The biggest news in the K-pop industry in 2024 was the conflict between Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of Ador, and Hybe executives. Min was credited for creating visual branding for SM Entertainment's renowned groups such as Exo, Shinee and Girls' Generation. She is also renowned as a former executive producer behind the success of NewJeans, who stood out for their girl next door image and retro sound.
Two Korean shows that focus on the workplace
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 19/08/2024
» W hat was it like when you were a new employee? What kind of mentors did you have?
Championing change
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/11/2023
» When Jasmin* transferred to Pibulwitthayalai School in Lop Buri, Sutep Upayak, a guidance counsellor and admissions committee member, learned she had been diagnosed with gender dysphoria by a psychiatrist. She wore male student uniforms at her former school and due to her condition, her parents allowed her to undergo hormone therapy at a hospital.
Nothing glorious about bullying
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/01/2023
» After Netflix K-drama The Glory, which was about school bullying, was launched at the end of 2022, it raised awareness about the problem and many Thai netizens often discussed it. In The Glory, the female protagonist was beaten and her body was burned in several places with a hair curler by a gang of teenagers. It was a shock to know that the case was inspired by a true event.
Understanding illness
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/02/2021
» Nine-year-old Otto has an illness that causes him to experience uncontrollable twitches and compulsive swearing. He was diagnosed by a psychiatrist with Tourette syndrome, which causes tics. Otto's tics started after his father abandoned him and he had to live with his grandma. At school, Otto was bullied by classmates and had to move to three different schools. The boy was treated by psychiatrist Dr Stephen Stone and psychologist Lisa Yodmon at Barnette Hospital in London.
The allure of beauty
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 10/02/2021
» On the 2nd floor of Palette Artspace, 30 oil paintings as part of an exhibition titled "Her Wonder (No.2.5)" depict vivid images of pretty girls with short hair inspired by artist Suttikiret Wachdang's ideal women. Suttikiret Wachdang, better known as his pseudonym Mr Tontragoon, explained that this exhibition displays his works from two previous shows and one new painting.
The sad world of online gaming
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/01/2020
» The news and images of two Thai e-sport teams that won gold medals at the recent SEA Games 2019 brought joy to people. Yet, for many people, the growth and popularity of e-sports has also led to other concerns. While e-sports as a profession has become a lucrative endeavour for some young people, not all gamers end up awash in money. While on their way to achieving such a goal, many become gaming addicts.