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Four behaviours that need to stop now
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 30/01/2015
» I don't fool myself into believing that anything I write in this space will transform an entire country. Of course, I'm not trying to start any revolutions here. All I've ever wanted is for certain people to stop annoying me with their bothersome behaviours. I don't think that's too much to ask, is it?
Missing: Thainess… If found, please return to TAT
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 16/01/2015
» Good golly folks, I don’t know what’s come over me! Suddenly I’ve found myself partaking in peculiar behaviours like watching baseball, eating hamburgers, shunning shopping malls, being on time, and patiently waiting for my turn in line! It’s as if some alien form has possessed me…
Curious cases
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 12/09/2014
» Life in Bangkok comes with its fair share of oddities, from spotting a family of 10 on a single motorcycle to seeing fried bugs being openly sold as edible delicacies. However, there are some other unusual behaviours that seem so strange that they deserve to be rambled about in their very own space:
Things that would actually make Thais happy
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 20/06/2014
» There’s nothing Thais love more than a good campaign. The latest crusade comes courtesy of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), who are now scrambling to “bring back happiness” to the Thai people following the military’s coup last month.
Bad Bangkokian behaviours
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 28/02/2014
» Since it seems that anyone can appoint themselves as a leader of anything these days, I’ve also decided to join the power trip. However my mission doesn’t involve shutting down a city, or protesting over inane things like the fact that it’s way too hot right now.
Technology unplugged
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 15/11/2013
» Among the attendees was Eric Schmidt, executive chairman of Google, who offered his expertise on the power of the internet and its boundless future potential (operating under Android, of course). Besides highlighting Google's vision of a world with total connectivity, Schmidt commented on how technology has enhanced Thai politics in recent years.
Finding a Traf-Fix
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 18/10/2013
» This is the point where I imagine you feign horror and dramatically ask, "But why, oh Buddha, why?!", while you clutch your forehead in your hands. Yes, I like to think I have the ability to inspire such passionate reactions in my dear readers (but in reality, we all know I'm just setting up this column to sound more interesting than it actually is).
Skills & the city
Guru, Sumati Sivasiamphai, Published on 13/09/2013
» Let's face it... there are some skills we Bangkokians are just incapable of mastering. For example, holding the door open for the person behind you or letting others exit first are just not in our DNA. However, there are many other unique talents you're bound to develop as a result of living in this crazy city. Abilities such as...