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Blueprint for global success
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/07/2025
» The Thailand Creative Culture Agency (THACCA) was established as a result of the success of Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), which develops cultural and entertainment content that can achieve global influence and lead to economic benefits. THACCA aims to drive Thailand's creative economy in 14 industries including film, TV series, festivals, art and sports.
The jazzman of Bangkok
Life, John Clewley, Published on 22/04/2025
» The Bamboo Bar at the famous Oriental Hotel was set up in 1953 during a period when the hotel had several owners, including pioneering photographer and social activist Germaine Krull, and the art collector and silk king Jim Thompson. It quickly became one of the Bangkok's top nightclubs, known for its live jazz sessions.
The analogue of theatrical cooking
Life, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 11/04/2025
» Bangkok may be known as the street food capital of the world, but it's the high-end restaurants that are gaining popularity in the last few years.
Charting her own course
Life, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 17/01/2025
» The rise of Thai golf sensation Atthaya Thitikul has been nothing short of spectacular. From a six-year-old who grew up in suburban Ratchaburi, who chose golf over tennis after watching YouTube videos, to making history as the youngest-ever winner of a professional tournament at age 14, her journey to the pinnacle of golf has been phenomenal.
Rhapsody In Blue – a timeless American classic
Life, John Clewley, Published on 19/11/2024
» On Feb 12, 1924, a concert organised by popular jazz band leader Paul Whiteman was held at the Aeolian Hall in New York City. Despite the cold and snow, the show was jam-packed not only with music fans but also composers like Sergei Rachmaninov and John Philip Souza and popular actors like Gertrude Lawrence.
Treatment for rib injury often includes pain management
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 22/10/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I was in a car accident, and an X-ray showed I had two broken ribs. A second X-ray taken a month later showed I also had a cracked rib. Why didn't that show up the first time? Why isn't there more that can be done for a broken rib other than being told to rest? It's very painful.
Carbon monoxide in cigarette smoke harms health
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 01/10/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: My understanding is that nicotine and tar are what hurt you when you smoke cigarettes. But you recently said there's also carbon monoxide in cigarette smoke, and that it's even more dangerous. Can you please explain? I want my husband to quit, and this may help.
Say it loud
Life, John Clewley, Published on 27/08/2024
» On Oct 30, 1974, US boxer George Foreman, then the undisputed heavyweight champion, and challenger Muhammad Ali entered a ring in a stadium in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo) to fight for the title.
Understanding and living with fibromyalgia
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 30/07/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I had muscle pain and exhaustion for two years, and no one could figure out what was wrong. A rheumatologist recently diagnosed me with fibromyalgia. I would appreciate any information you have about this, including what the treatment options are.
Power of conservation
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/07/2024
» Only a few days are left to see an extraordinary event unfold at Living Hall, 3rd Floor, Siam Paragon. "Virtual Jungle Thailand" -- a photographic exhibition by National Geographic Photo Ark -- by the National Geographic Society and the US embassy aims to underscore the critical importance of wildlife conservation.