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City adopts old ruse to take over arts centre
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 27/09/2018
» In a bid to give the impression that the drama over the ownership of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) will have a happy ending, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has set up a six-member committee to select the BACC's management.
Reducing buses won't ease traffic woes
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 17/09/2018
» When I saw a news headline last week, saying the number of Bangkok public buses may be reduced to solve the city's traffic woes in the Ramkhamhaeng area, I thought it was just more click bait.
Time for some road justice, if for a day
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 21/09/2017
» Friday is World Car-Free Day. But the annual event will pass by without any state activities. By skipping the event, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) does not seem to realise the importance of the day which could be an opportunity to encourage commuters to give up their private cars -- at least for that day.
Crown Prince awards boy with new bicycle
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 30/12/2015
» The historic event, "Bike for Mom", on Aug 16 attracted hundreds of thousands of blue-clad cyclists from all walks of life, but a young boy stood out in the sea of cyclists.
Bangkok biking a year in review
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 23/12/2013
» Bangkok has certainly taken another step closer to achieving an ambitious goal - to become a bicycle-friendly city. From being almost alien to Bangkok streets a few years ago, bicycles have gained in popularity, with an increase in the number of cyclists. For some, cycling is a hobby, while for others wanting to save time and energy, it is part of everyday life. Due to the rise in the number of cyclists, this mode of green transport became a policy issue for candidates in the Bangkok gubernatorial elections earlier this year _ the first time it attracted attention from top policymakers.
Free of cars and care, cyclists forget spirit of the day
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 26/09/2013
» This year's Car-Free Day _ last Sunday _ was a disappointment. It made me feel like being part of an irresponsible cycling mob, rather than in a peloton campaigning for public transportation use.
Footloose and fancy with not a car in the world
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 18/09/2013
» Forget about the peloton of cyclists in tight shorts and jerseys. Celebrate Car-Free Day on Sunday with bike chic.
Meals on wheels
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 01/03/2013
» A pair of eateries aimed at cyclists put a new spin on themed restaurants
Wheels within wheels
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 27/02/2013
» Bicycles have never been sexy in the eyes of candidates for Bangkok governor - but that all changed with this election. In their race for votes, candidates are all-too-often seen mingling with citizens on public buses, visiting markets, or helping the underprivileged. This time around, they are testing their mettle with the pedals, as the two-wheeled mode of transport has become the latest fashion in photo opportunities. Some candidates embraced the bike to the point they promised to pedal to the office, if elected.
When you say nothing at all
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 21/02/2013
» It was supposed to be a stage for Bangkok governor candidates to debate their policies to make the capital a more livable city if they were elected. Four candidates were invited to the "Vote Bike 2013: Less Car, More Space" forum at Santichaiprakarn Park last Sunday.