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Flood expert remains calm amidst the storms
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/09/2024
» This year's floods will not be as catastrophic as the ones in 2011 due to smaller masses of water coming from the North and the country's readiness to deal with the disaster, water expert Chawalit Chantararat predicts.
Iconic pianist Nat Yontararak set to perform at Thailand Cultural Centre
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 06/08/2024
» Legendary Thai pianist and composer Nat Yontararak will take the stage next week in what will be a historic show to mark his five-decade-long career in classical music.
Groups want govt to scrap 4am opening
Gary Boyle, Published on 05/12/2023
» Some groups want the government to rethink its plan to allow bars, clubs and other entertainment venues to operate until 4am, saying authorities have not taken the necessary precautions to prevent alcohol-related accidents.
High hopes for policy statement
Published on 11/09/2023
» As the government spells out its policy statement in parliament on Monday, people have high expectations for it to make good on its promises to deal with bread-and-butter issues affecting their lives and turn the economy around.
Rough start for 'new chinatown'
News, Published on 20/08/2023
» A parallel Chinese society has grown up in Bangkok's Huai Khwang district as the number of Chinese expats has increased, deepening the reputation of Huai Khwang as the second Yaowarat, or Bangkok's new Chinatown.
Warning over pet sacrifices to statue
Gary Boyle, Published on 17/08/2023
» Using pets as sacrifices for Khru Kai Kaeo, represented by a sculpture at a shrine in Bangkok, is against the law, the Watchdog Thailand Foundation has warned.
Thai Burger King unit aims to captivate kids
Business, Pitsinee Jitpleecheep, Published on 02/06/2023
» Burger Thailand, the local operator of the Burger King chain, is ramping up its efforts to attract children, part of the company's global strategy.
Art installations come to Benjakitti Park
Life, Published on 23/05/2023
» The upcoming rainy season is a good time to stroll around Benjakitti Park and enjoy art installations until Sept 30.
Na Ranong overpass to open next month after Covid delay
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 14/05/2023
» The construction of an overpass over the Na Ranong intersection in Klong Toey district is expected to be completed early next month, said Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt.
Tourists extorted by police safe from prosecution for bribery
Gary Boyle, Published on 01/02/2023
» Tourists extorted by police will be safe from prosecution even though they paid a bribe, including holidaying Taiwanese actress Charlene An, a senior Bangkok police officer said on Wednesday.