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Sukhumbhand resigns as governor
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/01/2013
» MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra will resign as Bangkok governor today and quickly begin his campaign for re-election.
Word choice puts Abhisit on the defensive
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 18/12/2012
» Opposition leader Abhisit Vejjajiva is under fire after calling on voters to "derail" the planned charter-amendment referendum.
Thais reveal their choice for US president
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/11/2012
» Learn Thai: American voters have now declared their choice for president, but who would Thais have chosen if they had the chance? A Suan Dusit conducted just before the election gives the answer.
Obama to visit Bangkok
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/11/2012
» President Obama will be visiting Bangkok late next week. Let’s get our English-language preparations started with an emotional speech the president gave on November 7 to his campaign volunteers. Includes video and transcript.
Obama wins second term
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 07/11/2012
» My goal today is to help you follow the election coverage in English as much as possible. I'll be updating this throughout election day, focusing mainly on the results of the election, but also on the language used to report the results.
US presidential election: The final push
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 05/11/2012
» Why not try following the US election in English? Here’s a chance to practice before the November 6 election day coverage begins.
All eyes on the swing states
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 04/11/2012
» Why are the presidential candidates spending so much time in so few states as election day approaches? They are fighting for the votes that matter – electoral votes.
Sandy: Truly a superstorm
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 31/10/2012
» The entire country of Thailand would have easily fit into Sandy, a genuine superstorm. A massive cleanup and repair operation has now begun in the wake of the storm which left at least 42 dead.
Listening to Obama
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 26/10/2012
» Practice your listenng with this short excerpt from the second presidential debate when President Obama criticises Governor Romney's tax plans.
Learn Thai: Chalerm has his say
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 12/10/2012
» Thai politics would be a lot less colourful without Chalerm Yubamrung. He always has something to say even if it angers people. Here's an example.