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Hands-free healthcare
Asia focus, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 01/06/2020
» The devastation caused by the coronavirus pandemic has made it clear that profound changes are needed in the way we live. Everything people do -- from work to school, travel and other activities -- is being reimagined.
The coronavirus blame game
Asia focus, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 27/04/2020
» 'Avoid writing about Covid-19," I've been telling myself. We're already bombarded with coverage and it's draining to encounter yet another headline about the villain that's forcing us to accept a new way of life. But there are some points I'd like to make.
Pot approved for research, medical use
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 14/11/2018
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a draft amendment to the 1979 Narcotics Act to legalise cannabis for medical and research purposes. However, all use of the drug will be kept under strict control.
Prayut chases Bhutan deals
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 19/07/2018
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha begins his two-day visit to Bhutan Thursday to strengthen bilateral relations in trade, investment, public health, and tourism; and reiterate Thailand's willingness to advance sustainable development cooperation with the Himalayan kingdom.
Media behaviour comes under fire
Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 10/07/2018
» In the race to be the first to get their hands on news and photos of the operation to extract 12 boys and their coach from Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai's Mae Sai district, some media crossed the line in their attempts to obtain information.
How schools fail special needs kids
Spectrum, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 13/05/2018
» The misdiagnosis of a learning disability (LD) can harm the self-esteem of students seeking to fit in with their peers, while those with real learning difficulties continue to struggle to get the treatment that they need.
More smoke than light in e-cigarette row
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 18/12/2017
» Electronic cigarettes, known as e-cigarettes, are back in the public eye following a series of police crackdowns on e-cigarettes which are illegal under Thai law.
King maps out funeral etiquette
News, Patpon Sabpaitoon, Published on 20/10/2017
» His Majesty the King has advised volunteers to be polite and exercise restraint in dealing with people who will participate in the royal cremation ceremony next week, government spokesman Sansern Kaewkamnerd said.