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Apps and sites take edge off daily stresses of living in the capital
News, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 28/01/2017
» Before starting off from her house in the Ramkhamhaeng area every day, it has become a ritual for Kanokphan Ornrattanasakul to check Google Maps on her smartphone -- to find the best route of the day to get to her office in Pathum Thani.
Designs on dominance
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 07/12/2016
» The City of Craft wishes to move up to the City of Design. Chiang Mai Design Week has returned for the second time this month with activities, art and product showcases plus shopping opportunities, with an emphasis on incorporating design and creativity into the culture of the city.
Money talks at the SET
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 14/11/2016
» The fluctuating numbers on the stock board can be agitating to the uninitiated. But now the Investory Investment Discovery Museum, operated by The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), aims to educate the public on investment. The interactive museum, opened this year at the SET's new offices on Ratchadapisek Road, targets beginners who want to understand the basic concept of investment and how it is relevant to their lives.
University students express their grief through art
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 20/10/2016
» After the most fearful news to Thai people became real last Thursday, grief has spread fast across the land. As citizens express sorrow through mourning, wearing black and general solemnity, students at Silpakorn University, the country's leading university in the arts, decided to deal with the moment by turning their deep emotion into stunning nine portraits of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Kafka as inspiration
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 15/09/2016
» After the premiere of Jitti Chompee's Red Peter contemporary dance at The Hague in the Netherlands went successfully under the support of The Kylián Foundation, the Thai choreographer and director is bringing the show back to local audiences.
Mastering Scrabble or mastering English?
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 03/08/2016
» A major Scrabble tournament at the MSI World Championships in France will take place at the end of this month, and a couple of Thai contestants will attempt to win it.
Thai architects vie for international honours
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 25/07/2016
» Thai architecture can feel anonymous and banal -- but then maybe we don't look close enough. The design scene has its share of clever, outstanding or unusual architecture and emphasis on material, location and the environment.
Imported home brew
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 12/07/2016
» Chant Khamthongthae's life story sounds like the plot of a melodrama. After winning the lottery, he chose to start a new life abroad. Then from a motorcycle taxi driver in Bangkok working hand-to-mouth, Chant became a well-known barista with 15 years of experiences in Sydney. The boot is on the other foot now.
Fighting, any which way
Life, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 24/05/2016
» The fighting arena was packed. Roars of excitement from fans of Mixed Martial Arts were heard all over the place. At the Singapore Indoor Stadium where the recent One Championship Ascent to Power competition was about to kick off, the atmosphere was abuzz with the enthusiastic voice of the host followed by the screening of short videos introducing fighters. Then two brave men entered the ring and the battle began.
What’s trending and happening this week
Muse, Pattramon Sukprasert, Published on 05/03/2016
» 1 Underwater is a whole new world to many people. But for photographer Nat Sumanatemeya, it’s a part of his life. With over 20 years of experience, Nat has travelled to many oceans and collected photos of the world beneath. This is his first time gathering masterpieces in a photo book, Okeanos, which will be launched on Thursday at 6pm at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre. The exhibition will be displayed until March 27. Fans of aquatic creatures should definitely not miss it.