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Reckless actions endanger us all
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 30/11/2020
» As health authorities report a new infection case in Chiang Mai, the public has every reason to be terrified.
'Thais-only' policy is racism, pure and simple
Oped, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 13/06/2020
» 'This cannot be serious" was my initial reaction to news reports saying the Transport Company is imposing a ban on foreign travellers as a measure to curb the spread of Covid-19.
Don't build a wall against our own people
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 26/04/2020
» A famous quote, "Numbers never lie", comes to my mind often as the country copes with the coranavirus outbreak which all of a sudden has some Thais obsessed with numbers and case counting.
Bangkok booze ban is the last thing we need
Oped, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 10/04/2020
» Social distancing as a means to curb Covid-19? OK. Partial curfew after 10pm until 4am, probably OK.
Smog a bigger problem than coronavirus
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 28/02/2020
» For more than three months, facial masks have become a necessity for Thais, though not all the people find this accessory affordable or easy to obtain because at times there are shortages.
The casualty of regional summit is convenience
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 01/11/2019
» As the country prepares to kickstart the 35th Asean Summit and related meetings, Thailand is proud to announce to the world that it is ready -- at least logistically. Thai police have rolled out what seem to be meticulous traffic plans for motorists in Bangkok with a set of "dos and don'ts" to make sure they know how to avoid adding to the traffic snarls. In doing so, they will be able to be good hosts. Bravo!
Ban Plainern saga shows city never learns
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 25/04/2019
» Art enthusiasts are looking forward to next Monday, when they will have the chance to tour Ban Plainern, the former residence of Prince Naris, the master artist of Rattanakosin.
Police reform cannot wait, Gen Prayut
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 22/03/2019
» The mysterious murder of an ex-cop-turned-social activist, a notorious delay in the annual round of police promotions, a scandal involving police uniforms, and an abandoned corpse.
Thailand holding out for a hero
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 22/08/2018
» In recent years, the world has grieved the loss of quite a few great people who were known for their integrity and courage.
Chemicals fight must go before judges
News, Ploenpote Atthakor, Published on 15/08/2018
» Another big fight against powerful farm chemical giants is set to begin.