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Keeping abreast of the latest innovations
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 17/11/2012
» There's a certain irony to clothing - it seems to matter because it's seen (everyone wants to look pretty and well dressed, right?), although in reality, it's what's not seen that actually matters.
On cloud nine, almost
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 26/10/2012
» Back in Singapore, Paradise Dynasty resembles a dark lavish cave, with lots of black marble and velvet too, and, honestly, food that didn't really taste that great. Except for the legendary signature Dynasty dumplings, the dishes in the food court probably taste better than the offerings there. And fried rice, but if you can't master fried rice then, well, reconsider your existence.
Continuing compassion
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 23/10/2012
» The legendary forest conservationist Seub Nakhasathien was known for his unstinting efforts to save and protect wildlife in Huay Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary, which was declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) in 1991 and is spread over Kanchanaburi, Tak and Uthai Thani provinces. His suicide from stress over failing to save wild animals 22 years ago shocked Thailand, but his good name and crusade remain in the hearts of many today.
Games play people
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 17/10/2012
» You see a woman sitting across from you on the MRT with, of course, a smartphone in her hand. Her face is a blank and her eyes passively glaze across the screen. It would probably suggest that whatever was on the screen was the most uninteresting and mind-numbing thing possible, but her fingers speak otherwise.
Open Sesame Street: why public TV matters
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 17/10/2012
» As I was listening to the presidential debate back on Oct3, I knew Mitt Romney was going to have it bad when he pledged to cut federal funding for public broadcasting. Oh yes, fans of the cuddly creatures from Sesame Street and other shows on PBS, such as documentaries, are sure to start their hate parade. In fact, there is actually going to be one on Nov 3, called the Million Muppet March, when protesters will gather at the National Mall in Washington, DC, to defend PBS and Sesame Street.
A fitting riposte
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 03/10/2012
» Preferring to reside at the edges of the literary circle, Wipas Srithong for the past week has found himself under the glare of the spotlight, a discussion and a controversy.
Kitche ain't no kitsch
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 28/09/2012
» We all know Thong Lor is for show, where getting spotted and looking flashy is on the main agenda _ for a certain tribe of Bangkok dwellers anyway. For something less demanding on the wallet, less showy and with a little more soul, but offering the very same quality, opt for this nook in Chatuchak instead.
Dresses for the year-end bashes
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 27/09/2012
» Dresses always top the favourite list of Christmas purchases for any girl, thanks to the fact that you can't have enough dresses for all the parties leading up to the climactic countdown. Understanding such a scenario all too well, Miss Selfridge makes it a point to launch their special Christmas collection to let girls invest in their best party wardrobe.
Beary sweet fantasies
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 21/09/2012
» If there is some god or gnome out there who brings overwhelming success to every restaurant a person opens, we're pretty sure Ashley Sutton has one up his sleeves. His newest joint, which just opened last month, Mr Jones' Orphanage, is already an easy home run. After already ruling a burger, cocktail, pizza and fish and chips empire, now he's finally invading the realm of desserts and getting a packed crowd daily.