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Recipe for change
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/09/2025
» When Weerapon Wongtawan, founder of Lukyang Studio, was selected by the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture to work with a community enterprise in Phetchaburi, he redesigned the packaging of their traditional rice crackers and suggested they be made in smaller sizes.
Boosting the Northeast
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/07/2025
» To further develop the creative economy in the Northeast, the Creative Economy Agency (CEA), Khon Kaen province and Alliances teamed up to create the Isan Creative Festival under the theme "Isan Soul Proud". The festival is presented through three industries -- entertainment and content; handicrafts, arts and design; and food.
Muji meets local crafts
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/09/2024
» Muji is a Japanese brand renowned for minimalist design and highly functional and quality materials. Due to this, Muji has been successful worldwide.
It's 'the South's turn!'
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 02/09/2024
» Pakk Taii Design Week 2024 has once again proved to be a groundbreaking celebration of creativity and culture, bringing the rich heritage of southern Thailand to the forefront. Held late last month across various locations including Songkhla Old Town, Samila Beach, Hat Yai and Pattani province, this year's event was more than just a festival -- it was a call to action.
Inspiring innovators
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/03/2024
» Organised by the National Research Council of Thailand each year, the "Thailand New Gen Inventor Award: I-New Gen Award 2024" finds young minds with creative ideas to help propel innovative developments.
Culinary innovation
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong and Somchai Poomlard, Published on 25/09/2023
» In today's digital age, a growing number of people are increasingly becoming concerned about their health and well-being. In response to these concerns, many researchers have developed functional foods which contain nutrients and other components beneficial to health. Researchers from Rangsit University, Suan Dusit University and Panyapiwat Institute of Management have dedicated their time and efforts to create innovative food products including vegan eggs, kaeng liang and tom kha gai instant soups along with cricket-based ice cream, cookies, pasta and jelly.
Centra by Centara Hotel Bangkok Phra Nakhon
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/05/2023
» A new alternative to change the mood without leaving town, I checked into Centra by Centara Hotel Bangkok Phra Nakhon in the afternoon and spent the rest of the day at its cafe observing local life through the floor-to-ceiling windows while sipping iced tea paired with freshly baked pastries.
Registrations open for NRCT panel discussions
Life, Published on 09/01/2023
» The National Research Council of Thailand invites students and interested members of the public to register for a string of seminars, panel discussions and workshops to be held during the "Thailand Inventors' Day 2023" at Bitec Event Hall 100-104, Bang Na-Trat Road, from Feb 2-6.
Facing uncertainty head on
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 14/11/2022
» What do you feel at 25? Many young adults are struggling to navigate through a muddle of insecurities, whether it be jobs, relationships or something in between. Similarly, so does the 25th edition of the Singapore Writers Festival. After two years of being digital, the annual literary event is back full scale. Despite grappling with a quarter-life crisis, she is laughing out loud, celebrating the time of her life.
Eating microwave popcorn increases the level of PFAS in body
Life, Dr Eve Glazier and Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 09/08/2022
» DEAR DOCTORS: I’ve been hearing a lot about PFAS and how they have an adverse effect on our health. I read that some food wrappers, like bags for microwave popcorn, use PFAS to keep food from sticking. My kids eat microwaved popcorn almost every night. Should I be worried?