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Blurred vision over 'Evil Man from Krabi'
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 17/11/2012
» If you have ever wondered why there are so many Top Charoen opticians on Thailand's high streets, I may have the answer for you. It's because Thais suffer from a genetic trait that leaves us extremely short-sighted.
Sexism, fame and politics boil a noxious brew
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 01/12/2012
» Why do people decide to enter into the world of politics? What is it that makes someone want to devote themselves to a life in the public eye as a politician?
Why even incompetents have job security
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 01/09/2012
» Thailand is certainly not the best place in the world to make a living. The country's average monthly wage of 15,340 baht sits well below the global average of 46,440 baht. Even when we factor in the relatively cheap cost of living and other benefits of living in Thailand, 15,340 baht is still peanuts.
Tell me lies, tell me sweet little lies
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 22/09/2012
» This week The People seem to be very upset with parliament president Somsak Kiatsuranont. I say this week, because Thailand's scandals change like clockwork, rotating on a seven-day schedule. Actually, come to think about it, I think Mr Somsak already had his turn back in July when audio clips emerged suggesting that he had allowed parliament to become the tool of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
Let's talk about Bangkok's floods
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 29/09/2012
» You may not be aware of this but it's raining quite heavily this year. On Tuesday Bangkok experienced rainfall of 138mm per hour; this caused heavy flooding on a number of roads across the capital.
Too many 'magical' Thai spelling mistakes
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 06/10/2012
» Thailand is a country of big ambitions, but poor implementation. We have fantastic ideas for transport, Asean integration and tourism but our unfortunate detachment from reality often overshadows the feasibility of these wonderful ideas.
An open letter to backers of media regulation
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 13/10/2012
» As media consumers we must be aware! The mainstream media has begun transformation; they are now entering into new digital platforms and satellite television.
Lying is no longer an option
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 14/07/2012
» Social media and networks, reposts, tweets, shares, likes and viral videos all mean one thing, and it's not that the human race as a species is becoming more advanced due to new technology. It means it's getting harder and harder to lie and talk nonsense.
When the sheriff gives the outlaw birthday wishes
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 28/07/2012
» I work at the Bangkok Post. I also like to occasionally state the obvious. My exact job title is Multimedia Editor. It's a rather ambiguous position that involves producing content for the company that can be presented through a multitude of mediums.
Thai politics, the ultimate loyalty scheme
News, Arglit Boonyai, Published on 11/08/2012
» As far as I am aware, in order to becoming a practising doctor in Thailand, you first need a licence from the Medical Council of Thailand. Policemen and teachers likewise must be licensed before starting work, and at one point you even had to be qualified in order to read the news on TV.