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A fascinating new study, the “Self-Confidence Index”**, sheds light on the aspirations and anxieties of Thai consumers regarding their appearance. While Thais across various generations show considerable confidence in their looks, the research reveals a surprising desire for further enhancement through beauty treatments. The study, conducted by leading aesthetics company Merz Aesthetics Thailand in collaboration
Nestled in the heart of Phayao Province, the picturesque Phayao Reservoir will serve as the backdrop for a celebration like no other – Magha Puja Day. On February 24, this Buddhist festival, which is also transliterated as Makha Puja Day, unfolds amidst the tranquil waters, captivating thousands with its spectacular candlelight boat processions. Magha Puja
The Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and Chinese communities worldwide are gearing up to celebrate the beginning of the year of the dragon on the traditional Chinese calendar. The festive spirit is also high in Thailand, which boasts a significant Thai-Chinese population. The New Year festivities kicked off last week and run
Visit Chankasem Palace beyond regular hours and delve into its sixteenth-century heritage after dark. With a special tour guide from the Fine Arts Department, you will discover the stories of those who lived here and perhaps those who never left. As part of the “Night at the Palace” event, orchestrated by the Fine Arts Department
If you are thinking about going somewhere during the Chinese Lunar New Year, the Chinese Buddhist temple, Wat Boromracha Kanchanapisek Anusorn (or Wat Leng Noei Yi 2) in Nonthaburi province, is highly recommended. Built on June 9, 1996, to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of King Bhumibol’s Accession to the Throne, the architecture of the Viharas
Many Thais are familiar with the Muslim community of Baan Krua mainly because of its fight several years ago against a planned expressway, which would have eaten up a significant part of the community had it gone ahead. Many foreign tourists visit the community to witness silk weaving, considered the backbone of Jim Thompson silk,
From January to February, Thailand’s northern mountains, both grand and modest, don a festive shawl of cherry blossoms. Known locally as “Nang Phaya Suea Khrong” and Thai Sakura, the Wild Himalayan Cherry metamorphoses the mountainous landscapes into a breathtaking spectacle. Unfurling their delicate petals, the trees are adorned in vibrant shades of pink, creating a
Bangkok Design Week 2024 (BKKDW2024) returns for its 7th edition from January 27 to February 4, showcasing an extravaganza of creative works of art and design projects scattered across 15 neighborhoods. On the theme “Livable Scape: the more people do, the better the city,” this year’s event promises to be more challenging than ever. Taking
Healthy eating has been affected by years of inflation. The rising cost of living has forced many to be more frugal, which has meant cutting back on grocery bills and shopping for cheaper and usually less healthy. Yet despite these limitations, most people have welcomed 2024 promise to themselves to eat healthier. ThaiiPBS World asked
Every New Year, most of us make resolutions that will help us change for the better. Unsurprisingly, after over-indulging during the festive season, many of these resolutions involve improving our diets, losing weight and exercising more. However, keeping these health-related resolutions is much harder than making them. A study shows that half of us who
Som Tum Poo Pla Ra (Papaya salad with crab and fermented fish) has been the most sought-after menu and the best-selling dish, with over 4.4 million orders via GrabFood throughout 2023. A report from Grab Thailand revealed that the other top five most sought-after menus were black coffee, green tea, larb moo (spicy minced pork
The historic Haroon Mosque in Bangkok’s Bang Rak District will mark its 125th anniversary on December 16. The quasquicentennial jubilee promises not just a commemoration within the mosque’s historic walls where spirituality and history intertwine, but also a tasty culinary voyage through delectable Muslim cooking rooted in vibrant South Indian cuisine. Haroon Mosque is one
