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Macramé magic
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/07/2023
» Nichanan A-ngi was one of the many thousands of hotel employees laid off during the Covid-19 pandemic. Unusually, the 31-year-old former receptionist spent her unplanned free time learning macramé, the art of using knots to create decorative items with textiles. And Nichanan’s mother and friends certainly did not anticipate her taking macramé seriously and transforming it into a business, Macrame by Nicha.
New Thai series drops on Netflix
Life, Published on 28/06/2023
» Following the popularity of the Thai film Hunger, Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying and Nopachai Jayanama return for a new original Netflix series worth checking out titled Delete. However, this time they do not play a lead role.
Thai cultural history preserved on film
Life, Published on 19/04/2023
» To mark the 241st anniversary of the founding of the Rattanakosin Kingdom, the Thai Film Archive presents a selection of five movies at Santichaiprakan Park on Phra Athit Road, from Friday to Tuesday with each outdoor screening starting at 7pm.
Japanese bath houses find new ways to stay afloat
AFP, Published on 29/08/2022
» TOKYO: Just before it opens each afternoon, elderly residents gather outside one of Tokyo's last remaining old-style bath houses carrying flannels, soap and shampoo for their regular soak.
Royal exhibit explores textiles from the North
Life, Published on 11/08/2022
» Chiang Mai National Museum is hosting "90 Vassa: Phuen Pa Hom La Phuen Pha Hom Muang", an exhibition in honour of the 90th birthday anniversary of HM Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, until Aug 31.
Ready, set, game
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 11/09/2020
» Streaming and e-sports are big nowadays but gaming has been around for years. You've got boardgames, which evolved into something a little more complicated like Dungeons & Dragons. You've got your arcades, which then became consoles and handhelds. Now we have PC gaming that's continuously being pushed to the limit. Like that time Polish hardware retailer x-kom made Doom Eternal run at 1,000 fps by pouring liquid nitrogen into the computer. Even if you just play on your phone during your commute, that pretty much makes you a gamer of sorts. Whether you're just a casual gamer or you live and breathe games, these places in and around the city are gaming havens that are worth a visit. You've got your classic arcade place, which is rare to find in Bangkok, a shop that sells classic games and consoles, and a legit e-sports studio to hone your skills by yourself or with your e-sports team. Buckle up, it's time to game.
Sweaty ex-monk Nott rips off top stars for fake concert
News, Mae Moo, Published on 11/08/2019
» Another day, another scam
Free for all
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 12/11/2018
» Sky. Seon: Have you eaten anything yet?Pa. Hoon: Not yet. We are so busy in the kitchen.Sky. Seon: Shall we have rice soup together?Pa. Hoon: Of course, but Seonho …Sky. Seon: Yes?Pa. Hoon: Could you check on Pa. Ong?Sky. Seon: Hmmm.
Through the mists
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 15/06/2018
» Lingering mists of rain on Saawaan's façade added to our evening there a mystic vibe. Nothing would be more perfect a name for the Thai restaurant -- small, dimly lit, yet gorgeously-decked out -- than what it already has. Saawaan, pronounced "sa-wan", is a Thai word for heaven.
Mo' better molam
Muse, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 02/06/2018
» Molam singer Rasmee Wayrana was the very picture of comfort as she lounged under a tree’s shade, taking a break from the recording studio and concert venues. Next to her was a glass of red wine. A cigarette was lit. And she was content as she talked about her latest achievement. Just last month, she was named among the 50 Asians To Watch by The Straits Times. Among the five people from Thailand that were named, she was the only woman.