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The new oil shock
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 31/03/2026
» On Feb 28, the United States and Israel launched a joint military operation to attack Iran and kill the supreme leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with attacks targeting Israeli military bases as well as US military bases in the Middle East. Following US-Israeli strikes on Iran, on March 27 the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) officially announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz which is a key oil transit route.
Fragile strength
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/02/2026
» Naraphat Sakarthornsap has been interested in flowers since he was a child. When he was a primary student, he spent a summer break at his aunt's house in Surin. He liked to look through his aunt's botany books and remember the names of the plants and flowers. When he went to market, people were surprised that he could recognise a plant like nom maeo.
From Bharat to Siam
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/10/2025
» To boost Indian tourism, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has collaborated with the Phra Nakhon District Office and many partners to organise "Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2025" on Pahurat Road and Ong Ang Walking Street until Oct 31.
Unboxing art toys
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/05/2025
» Since art toys have become popular, the market has grown significantly. According to the Department of Business Development, Ministry of Commerce, art toys have become popular since "kidult" collectors, with high purchasing power, look for toys to fulfil their childhood desires. In 2023, the art toy market generated a total revenue of 19.7 billion baht and a profit of 468 million baht.
Journey to B-612
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/04/2025
» Katherine Amatavivadhana, co-founder and head of creation at Mad Motion Studio, first read The Little Prince -- the classic children's book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry -- at the age of 10. She thought the character was cute but did not appreciate the storyline.
Bigger and better
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/02/2025
» Bangkok Design Week 2025 (BKKDW2025) has returned with a new schedule as the annual event, which usually runs for nine days, has been extended to 16 days this year, from Feb 8-23.
Plastic fantastic
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 11/12/2024
» While studying at the Thai Art Department, Faculty of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts, Silpakorn University, Supanwasri Ngarmpanja, also known as Lazuli, often visited temples. It was during one such visit to Wat Arun Ratchawararam that Supanwasri first encountered Benjarong plasterwork. She was impressed with this unique art form.
The future is now
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/02/2024
» At KMITL Innovation Expo 2024 this weekend offers an impressive deep dive into the forefront of technological advancements in the country.
Art in the era of AI
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/01/2024
» As technology plays an increasingly important role in various aspects of human life, S.E.A. Focus, a leading platform and art market hub dedicated to Southeast Asian contemporary art, is set to hold "Serial And Massively Parallel" from Saturday to Jan 28, at 39 Tanjong Pagar Distripark in Singapore. Commissioned by the National Arts Council Singapore, S.E.A. Focus is a key event in the Singapore Art Week calendar, marking the city's signature visual arts season. For its sixth edition, S.E.A. Focus features artworks from 22 galleries and over 40 artists from around the world.
An art renaissance
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/12/2023
» In 2023, Thailand's art industry continued to grow. Among the numerous events held nationwide, Adulaya Hoontrakul, director of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC), highlighted three significant exhibitions: "Colorful Bangkok", "Thailand Biennale Chiang Rai 2023" and "Womanifesto: Flowing Connections".