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Spinning a traditional yarn
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 06/04/2016
» A blue cotton yarn hangs outside a wooden house in the small village of Ban Na Di in Sakon Nakhon province. The blue is made with khram, or indigo, in a long-lost dyeing process that was brought back to life by Praphaiphan Daengchai, 63, about two decades ago.
Wearing different hats
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 16/02/2016
» There was a time when Krissada Sukosol Clapp was known as "Noi Wong Pru", referring to his status as a frontman of an early 2000s indie rock band. There was another period when he was known as Kriss, the creative director of The Siam Hotel, his family business. But in the past few years, people have started to recognise this wiry man, whose nickname is Noi, as a film actor. In his latest motion picture role, Krissada both gets to act and sing: Luk Thung Signature, in cinemas now, is a musical featuring five intertwining love stories, all connected by luk thung country music.
Comfort for the soul
Life, Duangphat Sitthipat, Published on 05/02/2016
» Dear readers, if you were born in 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986 or 1998 (the Year of the Tiger), read carefully. If you're looking forward to a rosy year ahead, you might be in for a major disappointment. Because 2016 is out to get you. If you scrape your car against a tree, get bitten by a dog, get pooped on the head by a pigeon, or end up on a delayed flight, remember that it might not be a pure coincidence. This year, for you, is filled with predestined mishaps.
A star reborn
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 08/01/2016
» The Bangkok Planetarium -- along with the prime minister's chair and tanks -- has been one of the capital's most popular destinations on Children's Day for many years. After 50 years in operation, the planetarium recently underwent its first major facelift; the ceremony to unveil it was held on Tuesday, just in time for Children's Day tomorrow.
Celebrate christmas with delightful treats
Holiday Time, Published on 15/12/2015
» Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok spreads yuletide cheer with delightful treats and great views of the vibrant Chao Phraya River. Guests and their loved ones can have an enjoyable moment with a series of gastronomic spreads and a visit from Santa Claus and carol singers who will fill the festive spirit and the magic of Christmas.
Pleasure at the fairground
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 24/11/2015
» Forget hazardous flying lanterns of the North. This Loy Krathong Festival, make your way to the old-school ngan wat, or temple fair, and while many temples around the country have put up fairgrounds to celebrate the Full Moon night of the 12th lunar month, none can beat Bangkok's oldest and most legendary ngan wat Phu Khao Thong.
Looking up, not down
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 16/10/2015
» Each year, between 800-1,000 children in Thailand are born with Down's syndrome, a genetic condition associated with physical growth delays and moderate intellectual disability.
The lion's dream came true
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 30/09/2015
» Strumming his guitar and humming a tune while effortlessly posing for a photo shoot, Singto Numchok from time to time looks at his mobile phone to check whether it's still recording. He's in search of his next hit, which may just come spontaneously out of the blue and he wants to capture it when it actually does.
A breath of fresh air
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 09/09/2015
» For Arunee Thammasing, Sri Nakhon Khuean Khun Park in Bang Krachao, Samut Prakan province, is more than just a recreational spot. It is also where she learns about the environment.
From exile to acceptance
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 10/07/2015
» 'Every journey starts with one step. So today is one step for a long journey," said Burmese activist Aung Myo Min in the documentary film This Kind Of Love. During the scene, he was standing inside a Bangkok BTS Skytrain. He was on his journey home to Myanmar after 24 years of exile.