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Charity and collectables
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/06/2024
» As a regular blood donor, Siriporn Plangchatuk, country general manager of Pop Mart Thailand, learned from the National Blood Center, Thai Red Cross Society that during the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of blood donors dropped from 24% to just 11%. This shortage forced many patients to postpone surgeries and/or medical treatments, which affected their life.
Carving memories
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 06/03/2024
» Childhood is the most memorable time for many people and this is what three artists, Chanathip Chuenbumroong, Napol Isaracheewa and Toon Kaewkerd, turned to find inspiration to create wood carvings displayed at the exhibition "…With A Time Capsule".
Don't miss these K-pop events in March
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/02/2024
» Among several K-pop events planned in Thailand, "2024 CN Blue Live 'CNBLUENTITY' In Asia" and "Youngjae Asia Tour <Inside Out> Concert In Thailand" are two of the most anticipated for March.
Celebrate the legacy of Lee Sun-kyun with these films
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/01/2024
» On Dec 27, K-drama fans mourned the loss of the renowned South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun who was found dead in an apparent suicide. Besides his best-known role in the 2019 Academy Award–winning movie Parasite, Lee had a number of roles that showcased his versatility and talent. Here are some of his memorable works.
An alarming rise in childhood obesity
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/10/2023
» According to the Ministry of Public Health, the number of obese children in Thailand has increased as of February this year. Around 13% of children aged between six and 14 fall victim to obesity while an estimated 13% of adolescents aged 15 to 18 suffer from the disease. Meanwhile, the percentage of obese children has risen from 4-5% to 9-10% for those below the age of five.
Redefining design
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/07/2023
» Assoc Prof Supreedee Rittironk has had a special interest in bamboo, so he decided to research the plant during his PhD in architecture at the Illinois Institute of Technology in the US. After returning to Thailand, he became a lecturer at the Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Thammasat University, Rangsit Center. In 2010, he launched an elective class called Bamboo Studio for fourth-year students.
Gunning for equality
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/03/2023
» Working in a male-dominated field like art, modern surrealist Pang Torsuwan established a group called Herspective in 2019 with two other female artists to help female artists gain recognition and exhibit their works easily.
Exploring Warbie's world
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 04/01/2023
» When Thai animator Arut Tantasirin was young, he helped an injured sparrow and took care of it until it was able to fend for itself. Due to that experience, Arut felt a connection to birds which inspired him to create Cheez…z, an award-winning short animation as his thesis for his master's in animation at the Academy of Art University in the US.
At the crossroads of history
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/03/2022
» In a career than spans three decades, photojournalist Vinai Dithajohn has risked his life covering several coups and protest movements mostly using Democracy Monument as a vantage point. An exhibition of some his most harrowing shots and others that humanise protesters and police officers alike is currently on display at Bangkok's VS Gallery.
It's all about perspectives
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/02/2022
» It is difficult to overcome something you believe is your weakness. Wisut Ponnimit, a cartoonist, animator, artist and musician who is known for his cheerful and cute girl character Mamuang (translated as mango), is not comfortable painting because he thinks he is not good at it.