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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.
Powerful works at the Biennale
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/01/2025
» Bangkok Art Biennale 2024 has embraced the theme "Nurture Gaia". Inspired by Mother Earth, this year's Biennale explores contemporary themes such as anthropology, collectivism, ecology, feminism, and the politics of time and place.
A journey of emotions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/10/2024
» Kantapon Metheekul is known for "Teleport Art", his street art in New York. Kantapon, better known as Gongkan, has been absent from exhibiting in Thailand for three years as he was focusing on international solo exhibitions. In the past years, he has developed his work beyond his early creations and currently his paintings can sell for 1 million baht.
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.
The dress code conundrum
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/07/2022
» The use of school uniforms has been an ongoing debate as many universities in Thailand still have rules requiring students to wear them. In response, students have initiated campaigns requesting uniforms be made non-compulsory.
Hidden victims
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 02/11/2020
» A couple of weeks ago, a manager at Barbecue Plaza's Pinklao branch was fired because he harassed an intern in a group chat. Apparently, the manager sent a sexually suggestive message along with a photo of a girl in a tight school uniform. A female intern took offence at the message and commented that she felt uncomfortable and harassed by the message. The manager responded by claiming the intern didn't have a sense of humour and later kicked her out of the group. After evidence was posted on social media, the viral message led to an end of his management career.
Breaking down stereotypes
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/08/2020
» Due to the constant unrest in the Deep South of Thailand, people often assume that most Muslims are violent. To break this stereotype and change people's attitudes and opinions about Muslims, artist Nurayatee Khaeyiwa has unveiled her first solo exhibition titled "Muslima", which is on display at the Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC).
Drunkenness does not equal consent
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/11/2019
» A couple weeks ago, there was a viral photo which showed four guys taking an unconscious drunk girl into an apartment. The person who posted the photo from CCTV was an older brother of the girl. He asked for justice for his sister and said his 18-year-old sister was raped by four guys who claimed that they just took her to the residence with no harm.
Stay ignorant or learn some history
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 11/02/2019
» A couple of weeks ago, Pichayapa "Namsai" Natha, a member of BNK48, became a hot topic on social media when she wore a T-shirt bearing the Nazi swastika during a concert rehearsal. Following the ensuing uproar, the singer publicly apologised in tears, admitting she'd made a mistake, and had been ignorant of what the image symbolised.
The great uniform debate
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/01/2019
» Last week's images of Mathayom students at Bangkok Christian College wearing casual outfits to school following the launch of its new "casual Tuesdays" scheme have sparked debate throughout the country. While some argue that school uniforms are essential, as they represent the institution and promote discipline, others say they are unnecessary and that there is no link between uniforms and order.