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Seeing with eyes closed
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/02/2026
» Amidst the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, with streets congested with people and vehicles even late at night, Tuck Bangkok, an Asian art and design sanctuary located near BTS Phrom Phong, does not offer only serenity and peace, but is also a living environment where the visible world and invisible world meet.
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.
Fostering creativity
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 06/07/2025
» The Bangkok Art and Culture Centre exhibition "Creative City: Building A Better Future" displays artwork by 15 children, aged nine to 12, who drew imaginary houses on 3D cardboard models. The pictures of their houses were colourful with images of trees, nature and people engaged in fun activities.
A united front
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/03/2025
» Angkrit Ajchariyasophon is a Chiang Rai resident who has been affected by PM2.5 pollution for years. Therefore, he became interested in how volunteer forest firefighters under the Mirror Foundation are working to put out fires in the North.
Green inventions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 19/02/2025
» Awareness of environmental issues has driven the trend of producing environmentally-friendly products. Following in this light, Thailand Inventors' Day 2025, which was organised by the National Research Council of Thailand and held from Feb 2-6, showcased eco-friendly products made to save the environment. Here are three outstanding products that were on display.
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.
The dangers of pyramid schemes
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 04/11/2024
» The iCon Group became the subject of significant attention after several victims filed complaints against the company. The estimated damage is over 2.4 billion baht, and the Police Central Investigation Bureau has issued arrest warrants for the iCon Group on charges of committing public fraud and inputting false information into a computer system.
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.
Whispers of home
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/02/2024
» While many artists seek inspiration outside their home, Wannaprapa Tungkasmith, better known as Collagecanto, discovered that home is one of the best places to find her muse. Wannaprapa is famous for her intricate papercutting artwork. Her solo exhibition "I Am Home" was inspired during the Covid-19 lockdown when many people were forced to stay indoors. That period ignited Wannaprapa to create this introspective exhibition.
Waste warriors
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/11/2023
» While working as a Bangkok Metropolitan Administration waste collector, Nampu Toka often gets injured by sharp sticks, fish bones, needles, broken glass, tiles and other hazardous trash. He also encounters the unpleasant task of handling discarded items that should have been properly bagged or wrapped up in paper such as diapers and waste from patients.