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What's in a Thai name?
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 02/11/2018
» One aspect about Thai culture that many visitors may be curious about or find fascinating is how we are named, as there seem to be some unwritten rules governing it. This week, I would like to shed some light on this unique aspect of Thai culture while airing my grievances with my fellow Thais who have encountered incidents regarding their names. Our struggle is real.
Super mum
Published on 09/08/2013
» Thai Mother's Day is just three days away and it's that time again to show how much you appreciate your mum. Since being ordained into monkhood to earn good karma on her behalf isn't everyone's cup of oliang and flying to Hong Kong or Singapore to buy her Garrett popcorn is just too damn expensive, we've rounded up many other ways you can have a good time with your mum and other stories to get you in the mother-loving mood. Happy Mother's Day, everyone!
Quest for beauty in Thailand
Jon Fernquest, Published on 26/07/2013
» The road to beauty is often twisted & dangerous, whether it be by surgery, repeated slaps, gold thread or giant eye contact lenses.
Skin Deep?
Guru, Published on 26/07/2013
» In Thailand, the topic of physical beauty - whether yours, ours or a stranger's - has become a huge part of our culture. Like a personal bowel movement, appearance is a casual topic that can be brought up in any conversation. After all, friends and acquaintances comment on weight or skin colour often immediately after a sawasdee.