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Delusion and denim dreams
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 08/04/2016
» It was an almost overwhelming experience of sights and sounds on Sunday as the Bangkok CityCity Gallery played host to Korakrit Arunanondchai's crazy, conceptual world of burnt denim, nightmare-inducing mannequins, and a giant cyber-jungle monster. A collection by the New York-based multimedia artist comprising denim paintings, abstract body paint and a floor-to-ceiling installation of entangled foliage, drones, wires, electronics and mannequins engendered a mixture of awe, appreciation and confusion in equal measure.
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The twilight zone
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 12/04/2016
» April 13 isn't just the start of Songkran -- it's also National Senior Citizen's Day, observed to bring attention to the elderly. With Thailand on a path to becoming the highest-aged society in Asean -- the percentage of elderly among the total population is estimated to rise to 20% in 2020-21 -- there has been increased public and private interest in developing programmes to help senior citizens get out of the house, socialise and become as independent as possible, exercising their physical, emotional and physical well-being in the process.
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Defying authority with creativity
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 11/05/2016
» You know it's going to be an interesting exhibition (especially in Thailand's current political climate) when both police and army officials drop by to question and find reasons to shut it down. That just so happened to have occurred at the opening of "Paradise Of The Blind" by Sutthirat Supaparinya at The Reading Room last week. The show is the first part of the "Sleepover" series, a six-month project involving handing over the library to six influential groups or figures, giving them complete autonomy over the space for one month each.
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What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 14/05/2016
» 1 Marks & Spencers is stepping up their fashion game, embarking on a project series in collaboration with today's most exciting designers, fashion icons and brands. The first collaboration in the project is with fashion model, style icon and television presenter Alexa Chung. The collection, called Archive by Alexa, features 31 contemporary womenswear pieces inspired by the M&S company archives. Standout pieces include the colourful Eliza Dress, inspired by a 1950s apron. The collection is now available online and at CentralWorld and CentralPlaza Pinklao.
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A move westward
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 27/05/2016
» Thai graphic artists have carved out their share of fame, and new creators keep cropping up now that they can test the popularity of their craft online. Illustrators and witty individuals begin by showcasing their works, jokes and ideas on Facebook, achieving substantial commercial success in the process. Notable success stories of the past few years include Bear Girlfriend, Jay The Rabbit, Maa Jaa (Dog Please), Manee Mee Share and Money Fighter, with each page amassing hundreds of thousands, even millions, of likes.
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What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 04/06/2016
» 1The affordable Swedish furniture brand just got even more affordable as today until June 12 marks IKEA's Mid-Year Sale, with home furnishings and accessories having up to a 70% discount. Over 500 items from bedside tables, desks, mirrors, lamps, cupboards and many more will be on sale -- however, customers are limited to only two furniture items and five items from the market hall while stock lasts. IKEA's food products at the IKEA Swedish Food Market will also boast special prices.
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How to thrive
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 17/06/2016
» Professor Bundhit Eua-aporn has a lot on his plate. As the newly appointed Chulalongkorn University President, he is not only at the helm of the country's most respected educational institution, but a rich landlord in a prime location in Bangkok. Over the next four years (eight if he gets extended), there will be an overwhelming number of goals and concerns -- academic, economic and everything in between -- that he has to quickly act on.
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Charismatic Puth gives fans some joy amid tragedy
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 16/08/2016
» While the series of bombings on Mother's Day last Friday brought down the mood of the country, singer-songwriter and hitmaker Charlie Puth, for the brief moment he performed that night, gave the Bangkok crowd a much-needed boost of joy and positivity.
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Taking one for Bangkok
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 30/08/2016
» Simple Plan is the band everyone loves to hate -- the band no one wants to admit they were obsessed with. But admit it: anyone in their mid 20s to 30s knows all the lyrics to Welcome To My Life.
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What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 01/10/2016
» 1 Lay's doesn't miss a step in any festivities and they have welcomed the Vegetarian Festival with their new Lay's Shittake flavour. Adding to their already famous and veggie-friendly Lay's Classic Original and Lay's Rock Original, Lay's Shittake gives a taste of the mushrooms with a strong aroma of Japanese soy sauce. Lay's veggie options are only available at 7-Eleven stores.
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