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Overcoming old-age dilemmas
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 22/02/2020
» After having been almost bed-ridden for 10 years, 61-year-old Charan Anusonthi has regained enough mobility to move around more freely thanks to regular physiotherapy sessions at a new rehabilitation facility in his community in Chiang Mai's San Kamphaeng district.
The Pride of Phayao
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 28/03/2019
» First-time visitors to the northern province of Phayao should be sure to check out the provincial town and, in particular, the famous namesake lake on which it stands. For repeat visitors, however, I suggest exploring the northeastern part of the province, which is made up of Chiang Kham, Phu Sang and Pong districts. Unless, you have plenty of time to spend , don't bother going back to the lake.
Cool China
Life, Ariane Kupferman-Sutthavong, Published on 16/02/2018
» Some 20 or 30 years ago, the fact that Somchai Kwangtonpanich spoke Chinese or carried out Chinese traditions in his daily life was looked down upon.
The true spirit of Chinatown
Life, Published on 15/02/2018
» Bangkok's Chinatown is undergoing modern development.
Bangkok's secret weapon in war against floods
News, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 21/10/2017
» When the torrential rains of Oct 13 caused heavy flooding in Bangkok, several parts of the city were swamped, including Chulalongkorn University Centenary Park in Sam Yan. However, as the park slowly filled with water, Kotchakorn Voraakhom, the landscape architect who designed the project, remained unconcerned. She even expressed her satisfaction in a Facebook post that the park had finally delivered on one of its purposes -- the detention of flood water.
A true champion of education and peace
News, Published on 20/08/2017
» A passionate advocate for education, an ambassador for peace, a beloved leader, a humble, warm-hearted person with talents ranging from classical guitar to handcrafting kites -- Dr Gwang-Jo Kim leaves a singular legacy in Asia-Pacific development and lasting smiles in the memories of all who knew him.
Artisans who are inspired and honoured
News, Published on 16/07/2016
» Twenty five craftspeople have been recognised for their top-notch skills in making traditional products with awards being given to them by the Community Development Department last month.
A crumbling gingerbread house
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 17/01/2016
» A teak “gingerbread house” sitting on the banks of the Chao Phraya in an old quarter of Thon Buri often catches the eye of passers-by because of its aged look and exquisite fretwork.
The power of branding in real estate
Spectrum, Published on 04/10/2015
» Branding is an element that surrounds us in our daily life, and often we base our decisions to use or purchase different products and services on brands, whether consciously or subconsciously. Branding also has a growing role in the real estate industry.
Thailand at the centre of rising illegal ivory trade
Spectrum, Piyaporn Wongruang, Published on 13/01/2013
» 'They are all authentic elephant ivory,'' a middle-aged retailer of crafted ivory ornaments told a group of visitors at her shop in Nakhon Sawan's Phayuha Khiri district last week.