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How two little piggies saved their bacon
Roger Crutchley, Published on 19/11/2023
» Following last week's gripping yarn concerning the rescue of Fiona, the loneliest sheep in the world, it seems only fair to report on another tale featuring animals in distress. My thanks to reader Paul Drew for alerting me to the saga of two pigs, Butch and Sundance, who became known in England as the Tamworth Two, belonging to the breed of that name.
Ploenchit Fair returns to help the needy
Life, Published on 24/11/2022
» The British Community in Thailand Foundation for the Needy (BCTFN) is holding "Ploenchit Fair 2022", a fun day out for friends and families, at Bangkok Patana School, Sukhumvit 105 (La Salle Road), on Saturday from 10am to 9pm.
Nuan is the cat's whiskers at Apec
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 20/11/2022
» The most important news emerging from the Apec summit in Bangkok is that it looks like Downing Street's Larry the Cat has finally got some competition in the ranks of feline celebrities. Catching the eye in the Big Mango this week has been Nuan -- a lady cat who has been adopted as the unofficial mascot for the Apec meet.
The physician with music in his soul
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 21/11/2021
» Many foreigners have chosen to make Thailand their home over the years and some go on to embrace the kingdom in such a manner that their contributions to the country will never be forgotten. One such person was British doctor Patrick (Paddy) Dickson who sadly died last week following a heart attack at the age of 92.
All things must pass
B Magazine, Andrew Biggs, Published on 29/12/2019
» Today is the final Sunday of 2019. It is the final Sunday, arguably, of the decade as well.
Fun fair for the whole family
Life, Published on 27/11/2019
» The much-anticipated Ploenchit Fair 2019 will bring a lot of fun to friends and families at Bangkok Patana School, Sukhumvit 105, La Salle Road, on Saturday Nov 30 from 10am-9pm.
It all began with 'Newsgirl Nan' in 1960
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 24/11/2019
» Switch on BBC World Service television and there is a good chance there will be a female news presenter. Among the more familiar faces these days are Lucy Hockings, Sally Bundock, Philippa Thomas and Karin Giannone. I'm always amazed how calm and relaxed they look in what must be such a stressful job.
Brand loyalty
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/07/2019
» Having worked in the hospitality industry for 35 years and solely with Hilton, Paul Hutton has a lot of lasting memories of his time with one of the world's largest hotel chains, which celebrated its 100th anniversary on May 31. For a start, his three daughters are a constant reminder of his globetrotting career.
Elephant festival
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 28/02/2019
» The first Elephant Boat Race & River Festival will be hosted this month in Bangkok, replacing the annual King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament.
Bangkok in bloom
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 21/02/2019
» From Thursday until Feb 24, the Nai Lert Flower & Garden Art Fair, one of Thailand's most prestigious floral events, makes a return at the Park of Nai Lert in Soi Somkid on Ploenchit Road from 9am to 8pm.