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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.
Breaking the cycle
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/09/2024
» The director of Baan Kanchanapisek Vocational Juvenile Training Centre for Boys, Thicha Nanakorn, last month posted on Facebook that her contract as a juvenile justice expert had not been renewed. This means her position as the director of 20 years will end on Sept 30.
Documenting humanity
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/10/2023
» James Nachtwey, one of the greatest war photojournalists of our time, once said "photographers were telling people what was actually happening". As a result, from the beginning of his career, he has been determined to venture into dangerous conflict and war zones to document crucial issues and reveal them to the world.
A dynamic blend
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 29/06/2023
» Not only is South Korea well-known for its culture, natural sites and entertainment, but it is also a country that leads in high-speed internet and advanced information and communication technology infrastructure.
Paving her own path
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/09/2022
» Layla Sriyanonda is known for her book Life In Flight Mode, published by Salmon Books. It narrates the author's experiences as a flight attendant trainee. Recently, Layla released another book, Mabuhay Manila, or a journal of her days as a make-up trainee in Manila.
Put on a happy face
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/06/2020
» Anon Lulitananda uses his experience of living in two worlds -- one where everyone wears their hearts on their sleeve, and the other where everyone conceals certain parts of themselves -- and marries them in this latest exhibition.
Game over?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/08/2019
» Late one night, Toh* decided to steal a motorcycle and then a van. He was swiftly caught by police. According to reports, the 20-something was a video game addict and claimed to have been inspired by the infamous game Grand Theft Auto (GTA), in which players can perpetrate criminal acts. Toh also claimed he had a record of mental illness.
Making you safe at home?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/07/2019
» Smokers became indignant when the 2019 Family Development and Protection Act made headlines last month. According to various media outlets, reports were made saying that the new law, which will take effect next month, prohibits smoking at home. Smokers felt this unfair and were furious.
Separating fact from fiction
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 01/07/2019
» Last October, Singapore's online news channel Asia One reported a gruesome story from Thailand. It alleged that a vegetarian restaurant in Bangkok served human flesh to diners. The news went viral, and was quickly picked up by various news outlets worldwide, including The Sun and the Daily Mail in the UK, and Newsweek in the US.
Grisly guidance
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/06/2019
» When Si Quey was accused of murdering seven children back in 1950s, the Chinese immigrant also was believed to have removed his victims' organs, boiling them before eating. After the murders that took place in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Bangkok, Nakhon Pathom and Rayong, Si Quey was arrested in Rayong in 1958, reportedly in possession of the body of a boy, together with an extracted heart and liver. He confessed to the murder but denied charges of cannibalism.