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The truth about Ayutthaya
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 16/04/2017
» Most people think of the Ayutthaya period in terms of its cultural heritage, but Warangkana Nibhatsukit's latest book highlights the economic aspect of the ancient capital.
The leading lady who set the stage for theatre studies
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 26/03/2017
» What was slated as a small conference at Chulalongkorn University early this month turned out to be a powerhouse gathering for the Thai entertainment industry.
Japanese emperor set to bid farewell to late king
News, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 05/03/2017
» Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko arrive in Thailand on Sunday to bid an official farewell to the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The king's friendship with the imperial couple has contributed to bilateral relations between the palaces for over 50 years.
Tak traditions being trampled
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 05/02/2017
» Deep in the jungle in the western border district of Mae Sot, elephants roam with their mahouts in a small village called Ban Pu Ter, long known as the elephant community in Tak province.
Splitting hairs over cat breeds
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 06/11/2016
» Panarat Kamchat is determined to correct a misunderstanding about Thai cats after discovering that the winners of some recent international shows were not the genuine breed.
Integration of the nations?
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 03/07/2016
» Following the shock Brexit decision, Asean members have been left to ponder the relevance of regional integration.
Tearful farewell for the Thai-bornkingmaker who crowned Hun Sen
News, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 26/06/2016
» It's rare to see Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen break down in tears. But at a funeral in Trat last week, the political strongman openly wept for Thai-born Say Phouthang, who purportedly nominated Hun Sen for the top political post in 1985.
Fear of a banana republic
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 05/06/2016
» Sam-Ang Butprom describes the green bananas from his farm as a miracle. "This is the best banana in the world -- the miracle fruit," he said.
Out of a war zone, into a Thai prison
Spectrum, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 07/02/2016
» Mustafa*, a Palestinian from Syria, was finally freed to leave Thailand last month. After serving almost two years in a Thai jail and one month in an immigration detention facility on charges of illegally entering the country, the 38-year-old was released to be reunited with his young daughter and wife.
Serious Moonlighting
B Magazine, Jeerawat Na Thalang, Published on 17/01/2016
» David Bowie’s concert in Thailand on the night of Dec 5, 1983, was not supposed to happen. With a price tag of US$1 million per show, a Bowie concert was too expensive for those who hoped to lure him here. Yet, the singer took a huge pay cut simply so he could be in Bangkok and explore the city.