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Foundation for the Blind hosts charity concert
Life, Published on 14/01/2025
» The Foundation for the Blind under the Royal Patronage of HM the Queen is holding a charity concert "Sai Yai Dut Sai Fon 2: Dok Mai Khong Nam Chai" ("Bonds Like The Rain: Flowers Of Kindness"), in the Small Hall of Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, on Sunday at 2pm.
Cool spots for Songkran
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 12/04/2024
» This year's Songkran festival is special since it is the first after the holiday was formally recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage event by Unesco four months ago. In Bangkok alone, grand celebrations and activities are awaiting revellers at shopping malls, temples and tourist attractions. Here are some recommended venues to take part in water splashing to promote the nation's soft power.
Waste warriors
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 21/11/2023
» While working as a Bangkok Metropolitan Administration waste collector, Nampu Toka often gets injured by sharp sticks, fish bones, needles, broken glass, tiles and other hazardous trash. He also encounters the unpleasant task of handling discarded items that should have been properly bagged or wrapped up in paper such as diapers and waste from patients.
A modern twist on tradition
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/08/2022
» The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our lives and caused uncertainty about the future. As a result, many Thais have turned to superstitious objects, causing the market to grow.
HM The King honours Queen Mother's legacy
Life, Published on 17/06/2022
» To celebrate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit's 90th birthday anniversary on Aug 12, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana recently presided over the "Siam Phatra Phusa Sa-ngasilp" gala dinner at the Grand Ballroom of Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok.
Objects of idolatry on show at River City
Life, Published on 08/03/2022
» "The Idols Of Utopia" is a group exhibition that presents idols and the boundless imaginations of four artists, at River City Bangkok's RCB Galleria 3, Charoen Krung 24, until April 24.
Princess Sirivannavari honours her grandparents with new textiles book
Life, Published on 28/01/2022
» To underline a commitment to the royal wishes of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother in preserving Thai cultural heritage, HRH Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya recently launched Thai Textiles Trend Book Autumn/Winter 2022-2023 that celebrates local wisdom and unique Thai weaving handicrafts.
Finding joy in helping others
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 02/08/2021
» Two years ago, Banjerd Nualiem opened his first khao kaeng (curry and rice) shop in Nakhon Pathom's Kamphaeng Saen district to offer self-service meals.
Quality Thai textiles on show
Life, Published on 06/08/2020
» A range of exquisite Thai fabrics from across the country will take centre stage during "The Elegant Thai Textile" which is running at Charoen Nakhon Hall and Ratsada Hall of Iconsiam, Charoen Nakhon Road, from today until Aug 16.
Cutting-edge designs debut at Siam Center
Life, Published on 13/07/2020
» Siam Center recently opened "Absolute Siam Store", a new creative space showcasing a fine selection of design products from popular brands, which will be rotated every four months.