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Sustainable innovations
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/08/2023
» In collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, the National Research Council of Thailand organised the Thailand Research Expo 2023 which presents over 1,000 research projects from now until Friday. This event takes place at Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, under the theme "Driving Research Towards A New Economy And Sustainable Development Of Thailand".
A lingering problem
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/05/2023
» For several months, PM2.5 dust has exceeded 50 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³) in many provinces in Thailand, which is considered unsafe. In some areas, such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son, PM2.5 levels have reached over 500µg/m³. While some people are aware of the dangers of PM2.5 pollution, others do not take it seriously.
Cancer, the on-going health crisis
Published on 26/11/2022
» Cancer is less of a death sentence these days and though it remains a daunting challenge in life, increasingly robust help is at hand
Days of hazy daze
Life, Published on 02/02/2021
» The air pollution we're facing today is the subject of a group exhibition titled "Smog Day" which is running on the 1st floor of Show DC, Rama IX Road, until Feb 21.
Modernising old traditions
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 29/07/2020
» In Chinese tradition, people always honour their deceased family members by burning joss paper as an offering to their ancestors on special holidays and at family gatherings. The belief is that burning joss paper will bring prosperity to their ancestors in life after death. While the intention is honourable, the practice has contributed to the growing problem of air pollution.
Step into the mud
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 28/05/2020
» The late morning Sun was almost unbearable. It was about 10.30am when I arrived at a water chestnut farm in Wang Yang District in Suphan Buri. It was my first one-day trip after the lockdown measures were eased last week.
Exploring the pollution crisis through art
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/03/2020
» Two female artists raise awareness about the detrimental effects of smog on humans and animals
Forum focuses on Asean haze
Life, Published on 31/10/2019
» Greenpeace Thailand invites interested people to come and learn about the progress of Asean's Haze-Free Roadmap for a Transboundary Haze-Free Asean by 2020 in a public forum to be held at the Foreign Correspondents' Club of Thailand tomorrow, 5-8pm.
Rock the mothership
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 31/08/2017
» Last Saturday, Thai rock band Slot Machine proved why they're one of the best local acts of the era. Performing in their uniform three-piece suits and fancy suede outfits at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, their "Chang Music Connection Presents Slot Machine -- The Mothership Live" concert was definitely a spectacle to behold.
Turnt up
Guru, Chris Raufeisen, Published on 12/05/2017
» For a while EDM has been the centre of focus for armies of festival-goers and it's still a definite staple of the music diet here in Thailand. However, other genres of electronic music such as deep house and techno are swiftly gaining armies of loyal listeners here as well. The magic behind this growth is rooted in the strong bonds of togetherness their events create, along with the super laid back atmosphere of Thailand. Now, marry those concepts to an explosion of performances, events and shows happening almost weekly in Bangkok and you have an unbeatable music scene built upon a world class tourist destination -- not to mention it's cheaper here too. If you love dancing, meeting new people and partying in a chilled and relaxed environment, then it's time for you to get involved. There are many to list and they all deserve credit, but let's take a look at a few of Thailand's household names in house and techno that are involved with organising a good time near you.