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Extension fares start on Jan 2
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 23/12/2023
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is expected to begin charging passengers of the Green Line's second extension a flat rate of 15 baht per trip on Jan 2, said Bangkok deputy governor Visanu Samsompol on Friday.
Night venues warned to respect late opening rules
News, Published on 16/12/2023
» Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has reminded the public that the extended operating hours for night venues, which allow such businesses to open until 4am, can be revoked if operators or customers fail to abide by the law.
PM urges action on PM2.5
News, Published on 14/12/2023
» Bangkok is facing a critical surge in PM2.5, prompting urgent action from the government.
Renewed focus on plastic waste
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 11/12/2023
» Thailand is pushing ahead with projects to reduce plastic waste as it struggles to reduce sea pollution, especially after efforts slowed during the pandemic.
Nobel chemistry laureate targets climate change, cancer
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 08/12/2023
» Chemistry has played an important role in finding the best solutions for humankind amid potentially existential threats like climate change as well as myriad health problems, says Roger Kornberg, who won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 2006.
Groups want govt to scrap 4am opening
Gary Boyle, Published on 05/12/2023
» Some groups want the government to rethink its plan to allow bars, clubs and other entertainment venues to operate until 4am, saying authorities have not taken the necessary precautions to prevent alcohol-related accidents.
Groups urge govt to scrap 4am opening
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 05/12/2023
» Temperance groups and road safety advocates are urging the government to rethink its plan to allow bars, clubs and other entertainment venues to operate until 4am, saying authorities have not taken the necessary precautions to prevent alcohol-related accidents.
Bangkok's old footpaths being replaced
Online Reporters, Published on 30/11/2023
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has commenced a project to replace old footpaths with new ones designed to be stronger and more user-friendly for pedestrians with disabilities and wheelchair users, Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt said on Thursday.
Bad case of krathong guilt?
Published on 26/11/2023
» As the government sets its sights on promoting Thailand as a festival hub, parties concerned are banking on the Loy Krathong Festival to draw out visitors to join in the fun and boost tourism revenue.
MRTA urged to invest in 3 projects
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 24/11/2023
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will urge the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) to take full responsibility for investing in three new monorail and light rail transit projects worth more than 150 billion baht in total, Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt said yesterday.