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Royal recipes
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 01/12/2023
» Cookbooks are more than just collections of recipes. They can be invaluable memoirs, recapping the social and cultural background found during the authors' time of living.
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A special khon concert for a good cause
Life, Published on 10/05/2023
» Following their performance in Paris, the Pichet Klunchun Dance Company will perform a special khon Thai classical masked dance with a contemporary touch for the people of Bangkok at the Sodsai Pantoomkomol Centre for Dramatic Arts on June 17.
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A beautiful responsibility
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 05/06/2017
» Immediately after the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej on Oct 13 last year, a team of Fine Arts Department architectural specialists began their work to design the royal crematorium. Kokiart Thongphud -- known as the trusted right-hand man of the late architect Arwut Ngernchuklin, who designed several previous royal crematoriums -- knew that the responsibility would fall on his shoulders. That night his brain began to whirl, his hands skilfully moving the pencil, rulers and paper, his eyes focusing on the details.
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A soulful remembrance
Life, Tretip Kamolsiri, Published on 29/12/2016
» The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Vanich Potavanich led musicians, soloists and choruses to deliver a heartfelt programme "Tribute To The Supreme Artist Concert" in remembrance of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej on Dec 21. The performance full of grace and lamentation attracted audiences of all ages, as well as expatriates and music lovers at the Main Hall, Thailand Culture Centre.
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Sad, melancholic rhythms
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 31/10/2016
» Since Oct 14, one day after the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the sounds of conch shells, bugles, pipes and drum beats, followed by the melancholic tones of classical music, have been heard from the Grand Palace six times a day. Each session lasts about 15 minutes and often makes many mourners nationwide burst into tears. This royal tradition is called prakhom yumyam.
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Windows into the past
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 09/09/2021
» Despite the government's relaxation of lockdown measures, recreational venues remain restricted and many office workers are still working from home. To satisfy bookworms and those interested in Thailand's rich history and wisdom, the National Library of Thailand (NLT) is arranging an online exhibition named "10 Books From The Valuable Ancient Documents Of The National Library".
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Power of giving, compassion, hope
Life, Punsita Ritthikarn, Published on 27/12/2021
» For this season of gifting, Life brings together 10 great ideas where every purchase can also help those who are less fortunate than ourselves.
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'Tis the season of goodwill
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 23/12/2020
» Life celebrates festive times and the spirit of compassion and generosity with our gifts guide where every purchase can help improve the livelihood of those in need.
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Creative comfort in ChangChui
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 18/09/2020
» Chicken basil is a go-to dish for many Thais. And the best thing to eat it with would be well-cooked rice and fried egg -- together a perfect, simple meal found just about anywhere in the country. But at Olive Kitchen, this favourite phad kaprao gai is seeing new life in an unexpected place: on a pizza.
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Promoting nature conservation through art
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/05/2020
» Back in the day when Dr Rungsrit Kanjanavanit was a high school student, his sister handed him a telescope so he could take a closer look at a flock of birds jumping on a Jamaican cherry. Through the telescope, the vivid colours of red and yellow scarlet minivets and golden fronted leafbirds mesmerised him. Ever since then, he has been attracted to feathered creatures and has become an avid birdwatcher.
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