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Child safety first
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 30/04/2024
» On a sunny weekday, a group of students were enjoying PE class when suddenly a loud explosion occurred. Smoke began to spread, and everybody dropped to the ground.
Class is in session
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 10/05/2023
» Last Saturday, a crowd of children with their families, as well as politicians and their supporters, braved the blistering summer heat to gather at the "Candidate Classroom" event where representatives of six political parties discussed Thai education and the rights of children within schools. Styled as a game show, "Candidate Classroom" saw politicians face off in a lively debate with cheers, boos and music filling the One Arena at Stadium One in Bangkok.
Mass queer wedding gains govt support
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 26/09/2022
» WEDDING OF THE YEAR
Small steps forward
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 29/08/2022
» Singapore's rights bill falls short while media representation lags with Netflix cancellation.
The sof t power of love
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 25/07/2022
» PM Prayut's BL conundrum, shameful scenes at London Pride.
Community ke y to controlling 'C'
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 28/07/2022
» Viral hepatitis -- a liver inflammation caused by a viral infection -- is a global challenge. It is estimated by the World Health Organisation (WHO) that over 1 million deaths are caused by chronic hepatitis B and C infections per year.
All for pride, pride for all
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 27/06/2022
» Silom Road was packed. I don't think anyone -- not even the organisers -- anticipated such a scene. What a turnout it was on the first Sunday of June when crowds flocked to the area to join the Pride parade. There was music and dancing. Lady Gaga's Born This Way blasted from the stereo. Feathers and sequins sparkled in the late afternoon sun. And in the midst of all the fun, there were voices of the people calling for marriage equality, sex workers' rights and the fall of patriarchy. For equal rights. For equality.
Looking to a hopeful future with Pride
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 30/05/2022
» Election of inclusive Bangkok governor, return of famed pageant point to good times ahead
Advances stalled in film, sport
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 25/04/2022
» Censorship and discrimination cast pall over World Cup.
Growing chorus of prejudice
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 28/03/2022
» Transgender beauty queen's immigration trouble in Dubai is yet another reminder of how Thai law has failed.