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Channels of kindness for flood victims
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 16/09/2024
» Villagers in Chiang Rai are experiencing flooding that has so far affected over 9,000 families. Many people, particularly in Mae Sai district, are stranded in their homes awaiting help from rescue officers. Meanwhile, floods and landslides are also wreaking havoc in other northern provinces, not to mention the neighbouring countries of Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. In Chiang Mai, several people have been injured or are missing while many areas in Nan are also currently under water. The floods in Nan are reportedly the worst in 100 years. Several organisations — public, private and foundations — have joined forces to provide relief for flood-affected victims in all areas. To help out, Life has compiled a list of places where people can donate necessities or provide financial aid.
US Embassy brings tastes of America
Life, Published on 12/09/2024
» Premium products and foods imported from the US are presented during "Taste of America 2024", which is running at Gourmet Market at Paragon, Emporium, EmQuartier and Emsphere, until Sept 19.
Single's Inferno dating show returns
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 11/01/2024
» Single's Inferno, a popular Korean dating show on Netflix, recently returned for Season 3. In the show, twelve contestants (six men and six women), are placed on a deserted island called "Inferno" where they have to consume canned food and sleep in a small cabin.
Championing sustainable solutions
Life, Published on 12/07/2023
» El Niño. Drought. Wildfire. Massive flooding. Pollution. Water shortage. Loss of biodiversity. Environmental issues are endless and they pose a real threat not just in Thailand but around the world.
It's the season to gift
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 09/12/2022
» Department stores have put up lovely holiday decorations. Christmas songs are played in stores and on the radio. Despite the relentless drizzle and tropical sweat, Bangkokians know that winter festivities are around the corner.
Art of Precarity
Life, Amitha Amranand, Published on 13/10/2022
» What is the possibility of art in a precarious and even dangerous environment? The answer could be found everywhere at documenta fifteen.
Watch what you eat
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 22/02/2022
» Earlier this month, children in various provinces across Thailand including Chiang Mai, Phetchaburi, Saraburi, Trang and Kanchanaburi suddenly developed acute conditions, including breathing difficulty, paleness, fatigue and eventually methemoglobin -- a dysfunctional form of haemoglobin that is incapable of transporting oxygen -- after eating unbranded sausages.
Pandemic pampering
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 12/08/2021
» As daily Covid-19 infections surpass the 20,000 mark, Bangkok and many other provinces in dark-red zones were once again placed under curfew and further restrictions. To prevent virus transmission, recreational facilities and tourist attractions have closed their doors, while many people continue to work from home. But a slew of luxury 5-star hotels and resorts are now crafting customised staycation packages to raise travellers' spirits and provide a change of scenery for those who are bored.
An unnecessary fear
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 29/06/2021
» It's been almost a month since Covid-19 cases were found in an ice factory in the Bang Phli district of Samut Prakan. But Mook* still feels paranoid every time she orders iced beverages from outside.
Holding your breath for the breathtaking view
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 15/10/2020
» The gold Buddha sculpture stands handsomely on top of Phu Khok Ngio (also spelled Phu Khok Ngiew) hill in Loei's Chiang Khan district. Before the image is a newly-built glass-floored skywalk, set up on a bank of the confluence of the Hueang and Mekong rivers.