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Comic in crosshairs after Netflix show
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/05/2024
» The latest show by Udom "Nose" Taephanich, a stand-up comedian, sparked criticism when he made a sarcastic joke about self-sufficiency.
A question of faith in modern society
Life, Published on 08/04/2024
» After just one week of streaming, Thai series The Believers has jumped to the No.1 spot in the country thanks to its poignant exploration of societal issues which have captivated social media and left insightful talking points for viewers to ponder.
Splitting hairs?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 08/04/2024
» When Protpittayapayat School, located close to Suvarnabhumi airport, posted on Facebook that it will allow students to choose their own hairstyle to match their preference and gender identity, many people lauded the school executives and teachers for this action.
SEC tightens rules on NVDRs
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 02/04/2024
» The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is prohibiting local securities companies from accepting orders for purchases, transfers or exchanges of securities that would result in Thai investors gaining more possession of non-voting depositary receipts (NVDRs).
National artist Suchart loses title over protest support
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/08/2021
» The national culture committee has decided to strip veteran editor Suchart Sawasdsri of his national artist title due to his "inappropriate behaviour" in connection with support for protests over political reforms.
Tech giants face action over URLs
News, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/09/2020
» The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry will on Thursday submit more evidence to police to take legal action against social media platforms that do not obey the law and remove URLs deemed inappropriate.
It could be fun, in a strange sort of way
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 10/01/2021
» A number of readers -- well, three -- have asked why last week's column did not contain the usual predictions for the coming year. My feeling at the time was that with the dark cloud of Covid-19 hovering over us it seemed a bit inappropriate to carry the usual frivolous PostScript predictions. However, I have had a change of heart and considering we are only 10 days into the New Year it is not too late to make silly forecasts.
Hotel apologises for Angkor Wat facade
News, Published on 05/10/2020
» A hotel in Koh Phangan has issued an apology after Cambodian netizens were outraged by its use of Cambodian cultural icons, including the famous Angkor Wat, as building decoration, which they deemed inappropriate.
The year travellers came back
Life, Published on 21/12/2023
» Upon the arrival of the Year of the Rabbit, Covid-19 became a seasonal virus and the world was full of hope again as borders reopened and travellers longed to indulge their wanderlust. This lit the torch for tourism to bounce back.
Hairy situation
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/07/2020
» Schools are back in session and so is the debate over the student hairstyle. A new batch of pictures of students whose hair got cut or shaved poorly against their will, as a form of punishment, by their teachers has been recently circulated online. We're probably getting another set once the next hair inspection day comes. Last Friday, student activists submitted a petition to the Ministry of Education asking for clarity over the hairstyle rule. You see, the ministry has already allowed students to wear their hair long so long as it's neat and complies with other conditions. However, a few schools still take it upon themselves to cut students' hair that they deem "inappropriate".