Laughter really is the best medicine

14 Sept 03:46 Key points summarised by AI

Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital (SiPH) partnered with Kai Hua Ror comics to launch 'Sukkaphap Kamlung Dee,' a free e-book celebrating SiPH's 10th anniversary.
The comic-style e-book leverages humor and illustrations to educate Thai people on healthy habits, debunk common health myths, and simplify complex medical information.
Available for free download, this digital initiative aims to provide accessible, engaging, and entertaining health education to a wide audience across Thailand.

Bright at Midnight: Conceptual echoes of Bas Jan Ader Arrive in Bangkok

Today 15:13 Key points summarised by AI

"Bright at Midnight" marks the first institutional exhibition in Asia of Dutch conceptual artist Bas Jan Ader, showcasing his enigmatic work at Bangkok Kunsthalle until January 10, 2027.
The exhibition delves into Ader's legacy, exploring themes of vulnerability and the ephemeral, made more poignant by his 1975 disappearance at sea during an art project.
It encourages viewers to engage with art beyond its material form, featuring key pieces like "Thoughts unsaid, Then forgotten," "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks," and the haunting film "Launch of the Ocean Wave."
A highlight is the planned live transformation of "Light vulnerable objects threatened by eight cement bricks" in 2026, where ropes will be cut, creating a new layer of art from the destructive impact.
The exhibition challenges conventional art consumption, advocating for a deeper appreciation of conceptual and research-driven artistic practices over mere fascination with art as an asset class.