• LIFE

  Towards a greener future

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 10/04/2024

  » Plastic pollution has a negative effect on the environment, ecosystems, wildlife and human health. To reduce this scourge, 175 nations agreed to develop a legally binding agreement to address such pollution within the marine environment, known as the Global Plastic Treaty, during the 5th United Nations Environment Assembly in Nairobi, Kenya. A draft of the treaty is expected to be completed by the end of this year.

• LIFE

  Inspiring young minds

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/03/2024

  » Children are the future of the nation and art serves as a powerful tool to nurture and channel their creative potential. Recognising this fact, the National Gallery Singapore has been organising "The Gallery Children's Biennale", an art event specifically designed for young people, since 2020.

• LIFE

  A mirrored oasis

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 31/01/2024

  » Located in the middle of downtown Bangkok next to Phloen Chit BTS, a 10m-high art installation titled Liminal Space is a tree adorned with traditional Thai mirrors. Created by Sanitas Pradittasnee, an artist and landscape designer, the spectacular work offers a space for contemplation in the city.

• LIFE

  An art renaissance

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/12/2023

  » In 2023, Thailand's art industry continued to grow. Among the numerous events held nationwide, Adulaya Hoontrakul, director of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC), highlighted three significant exhibitions: "Colorful Bangkok", "Thailand Biennale Chiang Rai 2023" and "Womanifesto: Flowing Connections".

• LIFE

  Call of the wild

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/10/2023

  » Woraphot Bunkhwamdi is a naturalist with a special interest in the sounds of nature and birds. While he was an undergraduate student at the Faculty of Sciences, Silpakorn University, he was walking on Ao Manao beach in Prachuap Khiri Khan at night and heard the tinkling sound of numerous button top shells being washed up on the shore then pulled back into the sea. The sound of the shells left a lasting impression on him. Woraphot returned to Ao Manao several years later, but never heard that sound again since the numbers of button top shells had decreased. This incident was one of several reasons which encouraged him to record the sounds of nature.

• TRAVEL

  A tech-packed adventure

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/07/2023

  » South Korea is among the popular destinations for Thai tourists due to its cultural heritage, historical landmarks, natural landscapes, the entertainment industry and lack of visa requirements -- Thai tourists only need a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) approval.

• LIFE

  Plastic arts

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/01/2023

  » In 2019, young artist Pratchaya Charernsook became aware of microplastic pollution after news reports of researchers at the Marine National Park Operation Centre finding an average of 78 pieces of microplastics in the stomach of every mackerel they collected from Hat Chao Mai National Park.

• LIFE

  K-dramas for the festive season

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/12/2022

  » K-dramas have gained popularity worldwide due to their great production, well-written scripts, complex characters and convincing acting. In 2022, many quality K-dramas were released. Here are three top-tier shows in 2022 that you should not miss.

• LIFE

  Bridging the gap

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/08/2022

  » At a news writing camp, participant Kotcharak Kaewsurach was told to accompany a disabled person who would drive him to a restaurant. Many questions popped into his head. When Kotcharak arrived at the car, however, he was surprised to see the person move to sit behind the steering wheel, after quickly folding their wheelchair and placing it in the back seat.

• LIFE

  Designing a better future

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/03/2022

  » Due to the rapid pace of Bangkok's urbanisation other neighbouring provinces, including Pathum Thani, have also grown. Two urban design projects focusing on Thanyaburi district in Pathum Thani are included in the exhibition "Transforming Thanyaburi: Creative & Innovative Urban Futures In Pathum Thani" on view at 6060 Arts Space. "Transforming Thanyaburi" was created by Thammasat University students from the Urban Design & Development International Programme (UDDI) at the Faculty of Architecture and Planning.

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