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A better way to feed the sick
Life, Supara Janchitfah, Published on 07/01/2020
» In the past, food served to hospital patients was typically of conventional produce from general markets, secured through electronic procurement or e-bidding. But since April of last year, the Chaophraya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital has changed its policy to purchasing solely organic vegetables through special procurement.
What the 2010s taught me
Guru, Kankanok Wichiantanon, Published on 27/12/2019
» As 2020 comes a-knocking, Guru asked inspiring Thais what has meant the most to them in the past decade.
Getting on top of Otop
B Magazine, Published on 01/12/2019
» The Otop fair to be held from Dec 15-23 at Muang Thong Thani will showcase an enormous range of specialities from all regions of Thailand. It is one of the grandest and most interesting fairs to visit. At the same time, it is one where buyers often face difficulty in finding things they are looking for.
Living for the city
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 11/11/2019
» Being able to afford a quality life surrounded by lush green nature is a dream for many who work and live in a big city. With increased urbanisation around the world, people are more likely to end up living cramped within rows of ugly buildings and lifeless houses, often with little in the way of public parks or green spaces to soothe the eyes and clear the lungs.
A failing grade
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 20/08/2019
» First it was rotten eggs in phalo soup served to schoolchildren in Prachin Buri province. Then it was criticism over a school lunch case in Nakhon Pathom where people took to social media, complaining both the quality and quantity of a lunch meal served to primary pupils.
A force of friendship that's lasted a lifetime
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 05/08/2019
» Seventy years are roughly the span of a human's lifetime. And in those decades, one takes a step, learns and grows up with great friends who are always there with a helping hand. The same thing can be said of the relationship between Thailand and the World Bank Group, one of the largest sources of funding for developing countries, with a mission to eradicate extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity.
Overlooked no longer
Life, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 31/07/2019
» Rungsima Kullapat, a Nakhon Ratchasima native, had seen the contrast of how the historical ruins in her hometown were being developed into tourist destinations, while the local way of life and the architecture on the streets were being overlooked by the state.
A developing legacy
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 24/07/2019
» Inside the theatre, spotlights illuminated the stage, sparks flew and confetti dropped as a tall figure in an elegant sparkling gown walked forward with a smile and waved to the cheering crowd. A crown was soon placed on her head. It was another joyous night at Tiffany's Show Theatre in Pattaya last Saturday, where its famous transgender beauty pageant Miss Tiffany's Universe crowned its 22nd winner to continue the legacy of the first, biggest and longest-standing stage for Thai transgender women.
Siam on the world stage
Life, Published on 26/06/2019
» One hundred years ago, on June 28, 1919, the eyes of the world were on the Palace of Versailles outside Paris. There, in the grand Hall of Mirrors, representatives of 31 victorious countries signed the treaty that ended the most gruesome war mankind had ever experienced and dictated the terms of surrender to the defeated Imperial Germany.
The good fight
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 13/05/2019
» Worawalun Taweekarn had always wanted to be a teacher and her teaching degree should make her a qualified candidate. However, the only thing that bars her from getting her dream job is that she is a trans woman.