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Twelve questions for would-be philanthropists
Oped, Published on 24/12/2024
» At this time of year, many people pause to reflect on the true meaning of philanthropy, asking themselves: What is the best way to give? To whom should I give? And, perhaps most importantly, why should I give?
Arrested politician Samart denies money-laundering with iCon Group
Online Reporters, Published on 26/11/2024
» Politician Samart Janechaijittawanich denied laundering money in relation to millions of baht he received from The iCon Group, the direct sales company being prosecuted for alleged public fraud, saying the sums were loans and donations, according to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI).
Blood donations needed for injured Thai flood rescuers
Online Reporters, Published on 16/09/2024
» Pichit Hospital has called for urgent blood donations to help four rescue volunteers injured in a road accident while returning home to Nonthaburi after helping flood victims in northern Thailand's Chiang Rai province.
Channels of kindness for flood victims
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 16/09/2024
» Villagers in Chiang Rai are experiencing flooding that has so far affected over 9,000 families. Many people, particularly in Mae Sai district, are stranded in their homes awaiting help from rescue officers. Meanwhile, floods and landslides are also wreaking havoc in other northern provinces, not to mention the neighbouring countries of Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. In Chiang Mai, several people have been injured or are missing while many areas in Nan are also currently under water. The floods in Nan are reportedly the worst in 100 years. Several organisations — public, private and foundations — have joined forces to provide relief for flood-affected victims in all areas. To help out, Life has compiled a list of places where people can donate necessities or provide financial aid.
Famous Japanese monk leaves monkhood
Jon Fernquest, Published on 11/06/2013
» He became a monk 38 years ago. At 61 the famous abbot returns to Japan, health reasons cited.
Thailand's new healthcare policy a threat to the poor?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 06/06/2013
» Healthcare policy has changed to favour private hospitals, drug companies & medical tourism. Not made public, favours business, threat to universal healthcare.
Billionaire air hostess for a day (video included)
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/05/2013
» Sir Richard Branson shaves legs, puts on lipstick & air hostess dress, serves passengers on Air Asia flight from Australia to Malaysia after losing bet 3 years ago.
Fake Nun flees to safety of jail
Jon Fernquest, Published on 23/04/2013
» After cheating local women out of 5 million baht, disappeared from village last Friday. Chooses safety of jail out of fear she will be killed.
Van Persie soars, Suarez grovels
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 23/04/2013
» There is not going to be any last-minute misery for champions Manchester United this year, but it looks like there will be plenty for Liverpool's Luiz Suarez.
Where is Steve Jobs?
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 16/04/2013
» More than a year after his death, Steve Jobs lives in parallel world not far-from his real-world Apple office, attended to by 20 servants and enjoying his new existence – that according to Phrathepyanmahamuni, the abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya.