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Geneva jewel sales smash records: auction houses
AFP Relax News, Published on 16/11/2012
» From a flawless diamond that fetched nearly 21.5 million dollars to another gem that went under the hammer for 10.9 million, Geneva's November jewellery auctions smashed several records this year.
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Theravada goes to China
News, Nauvarat Suksamran, Published on 04/08/2012
» When the first Thai temple of the Theravada doctrine opened in China, the story emerged of the unique way it was conceived and built and, more significantly, who was behind it.
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Malls go mobile
Muse, Published on 11/08/2012
» Between the demands of work, commuting and sleep, precious little time is left for eating, errands, exercise and being with friends and family.
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Phufa's colourful anniversary
Life, Published on 28/09/2012
» To celebrate its 11th anniversary, Phufa Shop presents a special collection of polo shirts which come in two colours _ minty green and pinkish orange.
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Clocking the Olympics
Life, Prapai Kraisornkovit, Published on 16/08/2012
» The London Games took place over a 17-day period beginning on July 27, and with some 10,500 athletes and officials from more than 200 countries participating, it was the largest turnout in the history of modern Olympics.
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Battling deadly diseases
News, Krissana Parnsoonthorn, Published on 25/08/2012
» Through the efforts of many dedicated people, Thailand enjoys a reputation for fighting the spread of three of the deadliest diseases - HIV/Aids, tuberculosis and malaria. But the gains could be nullified if more is not done, according to an international financing institution.
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The cup of life
Life, Published on 06/09/2012
» Following the success of Patrick Norguet's revamping for McDonald's interiors across Europe, the French designer was once again hired by the fast food giant to create a more eco-friendly alternative to its disposable coffee cups.
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The Mexican parallel
Life, Published on 12/06/2012
» WHICH TABLE might they have sat at to plot the revolution? Considering its unassuming old-fashioned ambience, few may realise that Cafe La Habana in central Mexico City has played a pivotal part in shaping the history of Cuba. Legend has it that in the mid-50s, then fugitive Fidel Castro frequented the eatery where he met like-minded peers, the likes of Ernesto ''Che'' Guevara who was also in search of a cause to fight (and die) for. The following year, they would board the Granma and set sail for Castro's homeland where began one of the most bloody, colourful, epic battles that would change the geo-political landscape of Latin America, indeed of the rest of the world.
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More bang for your buck
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 15/06/2012
» We don't know exactly when it started. Maybe it's something that's long been absorbed, pleasurably, into our blood. For Thais, shopping is now a prime recreational activity that's set in stone.
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Do not pass
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 30/03/2012
» The recent fight between BTS security guards and an Irish man over his daughter's balloons at Phrom Phong station produced one good thing. It's now etched in people's minds (probably for the first time) that innocent balloons are forbidden within the Skytrain system because they are inflammable and, therefore, considered a threat to passenger safety. There goes our plan to suck in helium and talk funny to pass time on the train.
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