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Pursuit of liberty
Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 16/03/2013
» You may have seen the Statue of Liberty on New York City's Liberty Island, but it's unlikely you have seen the Human Statue of Liberty. The shape of the statue was formed by 18,000 officers and soldiers in July 1918 to promote the sale of war bonds, but was never used. It was said many fainted as they were dressed in woollen uniforms and the temperature was almost 41C. Photographed by a Chicago studio, Mole & Thomas, the camera was positioned on top of a specially constructed 24m-high tower. The most impressive fact is due to perspective, 16,000 men formed the torch, while just 2,000 people formed the rest of the statue.
Adult playgrounds
Muse, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 23/03/2013
» Having a tree house in one's backyard or garden is a dream cherished by many children who adore the idea of having a refuge of their own, a private place to escape from their parents.
When the packaging minces words
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 29/03/2013
» What's the first thing you look for on a label before putting food in your shopping cart? The date of manufacture, an expiry date, some nutritional facts? Or just the price tag? Or nothing at all?
Buyer beware
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 26/04/2013
» Every day, consumers are being told half truths about products by companies, but not every consumer is aware of it.
Modern family
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 11/03/2013
» Situated some 150km apart, Lop Buri and Bangkok share at least one architectural lineage, a set of "Modern style" buildings that are the legacy of the People's Party that brought drastic political change to the country in 1932.
Wheels within wheels
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 27/02/2013
» Bicycles have never been sexy in the eyes of candidates for Bangkok governor - but that all changed with this election. In their race for votes, candidates are all-too-often seen mingling with citizens on public buses, visiting markets, or helping the underprivileged. This time around, they are testing their mettle with the pedals, as the two-wheeled mode of transport has become the latest fashion in photo opportunities. Some candidates embraced the bike to the point they promised to pedal to the office, if elected.
Cranking up the spin cycle
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 06/02/2013
» It was more than a coincidence that two lifestyle cycling magazines were launched in Thailand last month. Their arrival is a clear sign that cycling has now become a lifestyle for many here.
Pongsapat, Suharit plan to pedal to work
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 18/02/2013
» Two Bangkok governor candidates said they would cycle to work at City Hall every day if they win the upcoming election.
When you say nothing at all
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 21/02/2013
» It was supposed to be a stage for Bangkok governor candidates to debate their policies to make the capital a more livable city if they were elected. Four candidates were invited to the "Vote Bike 2013: Less Car, More Space" forum at Santichaiprakarn Park last Sunday.
The life of London
Muse, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 19/01/2013
» A picture says a thousand words. And selected photographs of a city can tell the whole history of the place.