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The sounds of Thainess
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 23/03/2022
» International success on the classical music stage comes with devotion and a real passion to pursue what one embraces. In the case of teen sisters Valika and Akira Trivisvavet, it was Thai culture.
All in the family
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 20/09/2021
» While having deep pockets and managerial skills are an integral part of a successful venture, empathy drives it to excellence as seen in the success story of Thailand's national taekwondo team, which under federation president Pimol Srivikorn, has brought home Olympic medals since 2004, including their first gold at the recently held 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
The man behind the medal
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 09/07/2021
» Age is just a number for national skeet and trap shooter Savate Sresthaporn. At 57, he is the oldest athlete to represent Thailand at the Tokyo Olympic Games, which commence on July 23.
Painting for the love of home
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 05/05/2021
» Experiences can play a profound role in how we navigate the direction of our life.
Seeking light
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 18/02/2021
» When three Thai artists bring their works under one roof, the group exhibition can be nothing short of awe-inspiring for the audience, much like what we get to experience at Uttaporn Nimmalaikaew, Narakorn Sittites and Attasit Pokpong's latest exhibition "Man's Phases" now on view at the La Lanta Fine Art gallery until March 3.
The beauty of growing old
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 17/02/2021
» Thailand will officially become a fully-fledged ageing society this year as 13.1 million people, or 20% of the population, will have passed the retirement age of 60. Reaching this milestone has made it necessary for men and women to ponder ways to implement proactive measures to ensure their transition into this phase of life is smooth.
Shunning a world of material wealth
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 14/10/2020
» Artist Payu Fansup's latest work reflects on people's desire for material wealth and serves as a thought-provoking wake-up call for people to think before it is too late.
Elemental education
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 30/09/2020
» In his latest exhibition "Elemental", artist Amnaj Wachirasut offers a deep insight into his inner being. But his work also captures a reflection of his outer mind and body, together creating a flurry of feelings, emotions and energy which he metamorphoses via the artistic process of colours and texture onto the canvas.
Art for the soul
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 16/07/2020
» Art is therapeutic and often the perfect remedy to address inner healing.
How we survive
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 29/04/2020
» Thailand is now seeing a steady decline in the number of new coronavirus-infected cases nationwide. Easing lockdown in Bangkok and the provinces is being considered by government leaders. But if there is one thing we have learned from the months-long pandemic that has put many aspects of the country to a complete stop, it is that of the generosity of people who are willing to help the less privileged in a time of crisis. Here, we put together two examples of acts of kindness to assist the Myanmar migrant workforce and medical personnel.