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Trash to treasure
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 10/06/2022
» Going green is the new black and it’s true for the Thai fashion scene. To belatedly celebrate World Environment Day, Guru speaks to inventive Thai designers/entrepreneurs, who offer eco-conscious customers sustainable fashion items made from trash. They explain misunderstandings about trashion like "Why does it cost more?" and "Is sustainable fashion just upcycling waste?"
A Summer to Remember
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 06/08/2021
» After a year hiatus, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games finally kicked off and will conclude on Sunday. More than 10,000 athletes from 206 countries marched joyously in front of thousands of empty seats (due to Covid-19 restrictions), while millions of sports fans cheered from home. This year's motto is "United By Emotion", expressing the power of sport to connect people from diverse backgrounds from all over the globe. Guru has created a timeline of all the memorable moments till the time of going to print, as well as interesting facts about the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, for your reading pleasure.
Surplus Smart
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 30/07/2021
» With each passing season, consumers are pushed into buying the latest items to stay trendy. Clothing has complex supply chains that make it difficult to account for all of the emissions that come from producing a new jacket or a pair of jeans. But the obvious waste we can count is surplus fabric from the textile industry.
Help at your fingertips
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 23/07/2021
» While some countries have seen early signs of bouncing back after the pandemic, in Thailand we're in the opposite situation with the number of new cases crossing the 10,000 mark daily (at the time of going to print). With the announcement of the latest restrictions, 13 provinces will be under lockdown until Aug 2 with tougher measures and a strict curfew in place. Don't feel depressed if you're bored, stuck and uninspired during these trying times, but do not let those feelings engulf you. Here are online tools with unique features that will make your life easier while being at home.