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Walking in parallel worlds
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/08/2025
» After release from prison, many former inmates face negative public perception. As a result, it is difficult for them to start over. Even if they want to leave their prison life behind, they find that after becoming free, their minds are held captive by shadows of the past.
A gruesome reminder
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 25/05/2023
» A few weeks ago, suspected serial killer Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn, dubbed "Aem Cyanide", shook Thai society when it was revealed she had poisoned all 15 of her victims. Despite the fact that she has not legally acknowledged her involvement in the murders, her response has sparked fury on social media. She seems unconcerned about the law, and once again, some have questioned the legitimacy of Thai law and punishments.
Finding the right help
Life, Story: & Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/08/2020
» Once recognised for his positive vibes and ability to coach people through the difficulties of life, social media influencer Sean Buranahiran was recently questioned about donation money he raised to help fight Chiang Mai's wildfires earlier this year after a firefighting volunteer claimed the team never received any financial assistance from Sean.
Second chances
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 22/06/2020
» Suppakorn Tangtrasit is a barista who is happy to work extra hours to learn something new. With his positive attitude and willingness to challenge himself with difficult tasks, he seems like an employee that any company would like to have. However, a former convict and a drug dealer who was in and out of prison three times, the repeat offender isn't welcome in many companies and even his own family, who don't want him to use the family name anymore.
A better you behind bars
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 12/06/2019
» Although drag queen Golf* and tomboy Tee* are so different especially in terms of outer appearance and gender identity, they have one thing in common. Both -- representing the LGBT community at the Chanthaburi Provincial Prison -- have used their talents to become role model prisoners.
Baki Hanma returns in new Netflix anime series
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 02/01/2019
» Well-known among fans around the world for its hot-blooded, epic martial arts battles and out-of-the-world muscle-bound fighting, Baki, one of Japan's most iconic action mangas, is celebrating the franchise's 25th anniversary with the return of the brand-new show for a new Netflix anime series. The anime premiered in Japan in the summer of 2018, and now Netflix is releasing it worldwide with a total of 26 episodes, split into two seasons.
The land of vile?
Life, Story: YVONNE BOHWONGPRASERT, Published on 31/07/2018
» Last month, the Thai state executed Theerasak Longji, 26, who was convicted of brutally murdering 17-year-old Danudej Sukmak in the southern province of Trang in 2012. Following the execution by lethal injection, Amnesty International Thailand organised a protest outside Bang Khwang Central Prison to demand the abolition of the death penalty.
Freeing up the mind
Life, Story: Ariane Kupferman-Sutthavong, Published on 17/04/2018
» It has been a month since the 21st Sydney Biennale opened and the works of two Thai artists showcased in Australia's largest contemporary art event are receiving praise from international visitors.
The invisible borders
Life, Story: & ARIANE SUTTHAVONG-KUPFERMAN, Published on 26/03/2018
» In Chiang Mai, a mammoth exhibition has come to town. "Diaspora: Exit, Exile, Exodus Of Southeast Asia", currently on display at the MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum, brings to viewers the different facets and implications of migratory movements in and out of the region since the Vietnam War, all the way to the current crisis concerning the Rohingya.