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The missing agenda
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 04/02/2026
» Rights groups have urged political parties to push for gender equality in the upcoming poll on Sunday, calling for enhanced protection against domestic violence and more inclusive policies for the gender-diverse community.
Heritage on trial
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 14/01/2026
» For some, the Chao Mae Thapthim Shrine is a beacon of resistance against a larger force.
A creative revolution
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/01/2026
» Chiang Mai Design Week 2025 (CMDW2025), organised by the Creative Economy Agency (CEA), concluded in December with a clear sense of momentum, reaffirming Chiang Mai's position as one of Southeast Asia's most active creative cities.
Royal radiance
Life, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 26/11/2025
» From an early age, Pichitra Boonyarataphan grew up watching her mother Lumyong -- a legendary pioneer in the Thai fashion industry and founder of the Rapee Fashion House and Dressmaking Institute -- laboriously sew, embroider and modify intricate outfits.
A new lens
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai and Kwanchai Dumrongkwan, Published on 10/11/2025
» 'Hmong people practise animism," explains Sirikarn Sengla, an 18-year-old from the Mae Taeng district of Chiang Mai. She lives near Doi Mon Ngo, a beautiful mountain wrapped in mist and forest, far from the noise and speed of the modern world. Although her village is only 64km from Chiang Mai city, the journey takes her nearly two hours.
A lifelong volunteer
Life, Thana Boonlert and Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 30/10/2025
» From the day Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother was crowned in 1950, she was the greatest supporter of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej as his reign began in the same year. The Queen Mother always accompanied His Majesty on royal duties in many provinces across Thailand, near and far.
The Nongng files
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/10/2025
» While parodies and jokes serve as tools for entertainment, the online community "Nongng" uses memes and dark comedy to convey social phenomenon and concerns. And now, their unique humour has become an art form that allows audiences to explore and adapt jokes to their life.
A daughter of the sea
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai and Kwanchai Dumrongkwan, Published on 27/10/2025
» In Chana district, Songkhla province, the ocean is never far away. "You walk out the front door and there's the sea," says Khairiyah Ramanyah, smiling. She remembers doing her homework as a child while dolphins leapt in the distance. The sea was never just a view. It was family.
More than just condiments
Life, Story: Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 14/10/2025
» Thais have several ways of adding flavour to dishes. Even simple dishes like kai jiao (omelette) and kai dow (fried egg) can be seasoned with condiments like ketchup, chilli sauce, soy or fish sauce.
From booth to big time
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 13/10/2025
» Bangkok Illustration Fair (BKKIF) is set to return from Oct 23-26 at CentralWorld Pulse on the 7th floor of CentralWorld. This year, BKKIF will showcase illustrations by 201 artists. Of the 200 artists, 132 are Thai and 68 are from 16 countries including Brunei, China, Greece, Japan, Indonesia, Italy, New Zealand, the Philippines and Russia. Besides these 200 artists, Claudia, a popular artist who was voted for by audiences at BKKIF 2024, will also feature.