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BMA to offer Muay Thai as an elective in schools
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 20/06/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is introducing Muay Thai as an elective course in 437 schools it runs to preserve the culture and teach young people about discipline, says city council president Surajit Pongsingwitthaya.
AOT braces for surge in tourists
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/02/2024
» The government says it will work with Airports of Thailand (AOT) to enhance services and security for passengers, especially Chinese, during the Lunar New Year.
Apec boosts tourism
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 27/11/2022
» The popularity of Thai cultural resources got another boost courtesy of visits to major tourist attractions in Bangkok by French President Emmanuel Macron and US Vice President Kamala Harris during the Apec summit.
Jakkaphong's pageant dream comes true
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 11/11/2022
» Dubbed by Forbes Thailand the most powerful trans woman in the world, Jakkaphong "Anne" Jakrajutatip, CEO of JKN Global Group Plc, has just made her dream come true as the first Thai woman to own the global beauty pageant Miss Universe Organization (MUO) in its 70-year history.
Auntie Muay bags friendship and a brand new lease of life
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/11/2016
» After her elder brother passed away years ago, Auntie Muay felt lonely and struggled to cover her living expenses each month. She had worked hard in a clothing factory on weekdays and as a maid at weekends.
Building a healthier neighbourhood
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 07/05/2016
» Sunee Saetia was never a big gym fan until City Hall recently renovated its youth centre in her Klong Toey neighbourhood.
Lumpinee set to hang up its gloves
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 20/10/2012
» The bell for the final round is set to be rung on the renowned - and somewhat notorious - Lumpinee Boxing Stadium after many decades as the greatest attraction for muay Thai fighters in the country.