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Fight against coastal erosion: bamboo vs. concrete
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 31/08/2015
» Rows of bamboo poles have proved to be a more effective defence against coastal erosion than concrete barriers in muddy areas, but sandy areas pose a different, possibly insurmountable, problem.
Solar-powered plane: Welcome to India (UPDATED)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 11/03/2015
» Solar Impulse 2 is now safely in India after making its first sea crossing from Oman. This is the first attempt to fly a plane around the world. On March 16 it will fly to Myanmar, the closest the aircraft will come to Thailand.
Oil price falls again. What's happening? (updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 30/11/2014
» Last June oil was over $100 in international markets. Today, it is closer to $70. What's going on?
No blackouts despite loss of Myanmar natural gas
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 06/04/2013
» Air conditioners stayed on throughout the day yesterday, a good thing because temperatures throughout much of Thailand reached into the 40's.
Thai floods: Think of 50 million whales
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 31/10/2011
» A series of short animations explaining the current the flood situation using simple language and featuring a cute pod of 50 million blue whales has become a big hit on youtube.
Electricity shocks coming?
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 28/06/2011
» Electricity bills here in Thailand are likely to increase unless a major pipeline leak can be repaired soon.
Thai ship and crew seized
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 28/12/2010
» Pirates seized a Thai cargo vessel in the Indian Ocean on Saturday, taking 27 Thai crew members hostage and creating a big challenge for the Royal Thai Navy.