Showing 71 - 80 of 174
Humourising angst during the pandemic
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 09/04/2020
» It's not too far off to say there are Line stickers that befit every step of our lives. From annual festivities and daily activities to the latest slang and trends, Line stickers capture and reflect them all in the form of cute characters we can send to one another to express ourselves. And, of course, the Covid-19 outbreak is no exception.
An oasis in the desert
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 20/03/2020
» In Oman, one of the most anticipated events of the year is the Muscat International Book Fair, which was first held in 1992.
Binge-worthy TV during isolation
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 20/03/2020
» As we continue to be immobilised by Covid-19, what better way to kill long hours at home than by binge-watching a TV series? Go out and panic buy all the food you need today. Don't forget that microwavable popcorn, too. Then go home, wash your hands, kick back, and enjoy these binge-worthy series on Netflix that are perfect for this pandemic weekend.
Mapping for masks
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 24/03/2020
» Infection cases of Covid-19 are now exponentially growing in Thailand, where the number of patients is expected to reach 1,000 in a few days' time.
Normalising the norm
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 30/03/2020
» Korean TV, Disney's subtle additions of gay, trans characters signal new levels of visibility, acceptance
I want it all!
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 30/03/2020
» As the amount of those infected with Covid-19 continues to rise, one of the best ways the general public can help limit the spread of the virus is to stay at home and practise social distancing. To make this seemingly indefinite self-isolation and working-from-home period more enjoyable, it's time to make use of streaming platforms to pass our time. Here are five platforms for you to start binge-watching your favourite shows:
A new way forward
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 01/04/2020
» Many Thai filmmakers would agree that our movie industry is in the rough. Several obstacles are preventing it from flourishing. A group of film professionals recently gathered for a plenary discussion held at Unesco Bangkok to address the challenges of, and the changes they want to see in, the Thai film sector.
Incomplete delivery
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 13/03/2020
» Letters always carry a certain nostalgic allure in this fast-paced digital age. Gone are the days when we poured our hearts out through handwritten words, waiting with longing and anticipation for the reply. To this generation, letters may represent something of a fascination. A past long gone. A thing to look back on, to miss, but with no functional place in today's reality.
More blood will spill
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 13/03/2020
» When Netflix's Kingdom premiered last year, it enticed audiences around the world with its hybrid storyline that mashes a political drama and zombie bloodbath in the Joseon dynasty. The thrill and gore of its strong debut is now returning for a second season, which will be released today on the streaming platform.
Mysteries abound in Kingdom's new season
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 17/03/2020
» As we hole up inside our homes trying to avoid the Covid-19 pandemic, what better way to kill time than watching an onscreen plague and the living dead rush in faster than people panic buying toilet papers?