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Threats raise more questions than answers
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 25/06/2015
» 'Why do men continue to get prettier as the days go by?" The question, a rhetorical one, was asked by Woody Milintachinda on his morning TV show Woody Teun Ma Kui last week. And, no, he was not referring to Caitlyn Jenner. His subject was homebound and revolved around Thailand's latest sensation that most of us have come to know as Nong Wo.
Rainbow screen stars
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 05/06/2015
» The LGBT community is not always portrayed in a positive light in Thai films and other forms of media, with certain stereotypes still prevalent whenever movies, in particular, address gender diversity. Hoping to provide a more realistic and varied view of the LGBT community is the first-ever Bangkok Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (BGLFF), which opens tonight.
Gay men in Bangkok lack HIV awareness
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 02/06/2015
» A study looking at HIV treatment for men who have sex with men (MSM) in Bangkok was launched by the World Bank last week. The research reveals worrying results that only a small amount of men at risk seek an HIV test and treatment. Health services, though readily available, also go mostly unused.
Change from the outside
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 28/05/2015
» 'If there is anybody who's against homosexuals, transsexuals or bisexuals, you can leave the area," announced event host Meesuk Jangmeesuk outside the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC).
Alternative lifestyles
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 26/03/2015
» Same-sex couples still can't get married in this country. That is an unfortunate fact, which raises various issues in many homosexuals' lives.
Gender, sex and politics
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 29/01/2015
» Along with nationality, age and religion, the Thai Constitution has recognised the term "sex" as one factor that should not be subject to discrimination.
Happy and gay
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 23/12/2014
» A year is coming to a close, and it has been quite a good one for the LGBT community worldwide, so to speak. More countries and states are starting to legalise same-sex marriage — a sign of more acceptance and understanding from the public. Though that list still has yet to include Thailand, the movements by Thai gender activists are ongoing, and we wait for the day everyone can stand proudly and equally next to one another regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
When celebrities fall from the pedestal
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 29/10/2014
» When all you are exposed to is the glitz and glamour of celebrities' lives, you tend to forget that what you see is far from reality and behind the scenes, celebrities' lives, like anyone's, are full of secrets.
In a family way
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 22/10/2014
» Ouanapa Pankun, a 32-year-old veterinarian, had been together with Wongkot Tungchitwatthanakul, the owner of a chicken farm, also 32, for a year before the two decided to tie the knot. The couple now has one daughter together. Both Ouanapa and Wongkot are female.
Let's talk about sex
Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 24/09/2014
» In conservative Thai society, sex is usually perceived as something that is awkward, embarrassing and shameful — hence not many adults are eager to talk about it with the younger generation.