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The rise and fall of Klong Ong Ang
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/03/2024
» Photos showing the sorry state of Klong Ong Ang -- a canal in Bangkok's Samphanthawong that was once touted as an example of successful urban revitalisation -- recently trended on social media, sparking fears that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) under governor Chadchart Sittipunt is no longer interested in the project.
Small firms eye booze lift
News, Pratch Rujivanarom, Published on 02/06/2023
» Small breweries and local distilleries are hopeful of a bright future if the Move Forward Party forms a coalition government and pushes changes to liberalise the alcohol industry as promised.
A walk on the crowded side in Phuket old town
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 09/04/2023
» Phuket's tourist magnetism has extended from its beaches inland to its walking street that is now bursting at the seams.
Fun attire for some, pain for others
News, Published on 12/03/2023
» Netizens are divided over whether Chinese tourists should wear student uniforms. Some claim foreigners want to wear them like cosplay and they are just tourists trying to enjoy themselves.
Students fear for job prospects
News, Published on 05/03/2023
» Despite the country's post-Covid economic recovery, which has seen the employment rate returning to the "old normal", over 230,000 recent graduates remain unemployed, raising concerns among students pursuing low-demand degrees.
Whistleblowers expose misconduct
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 13/02/2023
» Whistleblowers who recently exposed alleged police misconduct are being hailed by netizens for their courage, but have landed the police in hot water.
Welfare vow 'boosts PPRP'
News, Published on 23/01/2023
» As speculated, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has parted company with the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), a move political observers believe will lead to major changes in the ruling party and allow its leader Gen Prawit Wongsuwon to pursue his political ambitions.
Casino plans spur 'Nimby' complaints
News, Published on 15/01/2023
» Thailand's casino plans are causing mixed reactions among the public even though a special House committee studying the feasibility of entertainment complexes including legal casinos says they are likely to bring in massive revenue.
No mere rub-down
News, Published on 04/12/2022
» Thailand has earned the reputation of being a destination for a body rejuvenation, a label reinforced at the recent Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit which helped spread the word about the healing wonders of Thai traditional massage, or nuad Thai.
City Hall begins 'street cleaning'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/08/2022
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) plans to relocate street vendors in a project modelled on Singapore's success in managing issues arising from an abundance of street hawkers.