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The shame of the saffron scandal
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 06/06/2016
» Millions of faithful Buddhists including myself have always believed that the donations we give on our birthday or special religious occasions will be used wisely to uphold 2559 years of religious authenticity. But our faith has been shaken by the practices of some monks who are soiling the saffron robe.
Tourists behaving badly
Asia focus, Wanant Kerdchuen, Published on 18/04/2016
» The celebrated cherry blossom season has just ended. Flights from Bangkok to Japan were packed but I was able to find a seat on a low-cost carrier among dozens of other travellers speaking a familiar language.