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The price of achievement
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 04/04/2026
» Loneliness is a very common issue in urban societies, yet it is often romanticised and not many explore its deeper layers. It is therefore encouraging to see it in a stage play.
Banyan Tree Krabi
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 06/07/2023
» Normally after the rush of high season, few would dare go out and brave the rain. But it can be a good time to make a journey to the southwest. Despite thick cloud and patchy drizzle, I found peace at a remote seaside resort. Only a 40-minute drive from the airport, Banyan Tree Krabi offers soul-searching experience unlike any other.
Check out these documentaries of disaster
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 28/03/2023
» Following the disappearance of a caesium-137 tube, the discovery of radiated red dust in a metal foundry in Prachin Buri has sparked fear of contamination of radioactive substances in the environment. I've picked some documentaries and films that portray the man-made impact of radiation on communities.
A meeting of past and present
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 24/01/2023
» As time goes by, the past fades into oblivion. Like other artists, Tawatchai Somkong combs through piles of dusty history and finds something invaluable. He often visits antique shops when travelling abroad. Century-old sepia paintings are used for lavish adornment, and some are high-quality for museum display. In 2014, he began to create a collection of works that personally resonated with him.
Chiang Mai auntie promotes good eating habits
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 21/12/2021
» With its unique horn, a pumpuang motorcycle has put up fresh produce for sale on its sidecar, throwing a lifeline to grey communities amid the transmission of the novel coronavirus in Chiang Mai.
Breaking down the virtual wall
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 07/09/2021
» From bed to bed, a worn-out medical worker is busy looking after coronavirus patients in a crowded hospital. He observes their condition and scribbles details in medical records. An oversight could mean their condition gets worse. However, this is all taking place on a screen.
Investing in children, youth 'will help offset effects of ageing society'
News, Thana Boonlert, Published on 03/11/2019
» Thailand, as the chair of Asean, has made pledges to protect children's rights as a silver cloud looms over the region on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC).
Sowing the seeds of Chinese knowledge, culture
News, Thana Boonlert, Published on 26/05/2019
» Visitors who walk into the Pridi Banomyong Learning Centre at Thammasat University's Tha Prachan campus might think they are entering a study room in China.
Thailand urged to boost cybersecurity
News, Thana Boonlert, Published on 11/05/2019
» A local cybersecurity expert has urged Thailand to ramp up its data-protection efforts due to the growing risk of theft as hackers become ever more sophisticated.