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Guru's Weekly Buzz: Feb 2-8
Guru, Published on 02/02/2024
» Guru by Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Tales of queer migration
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 19/06/2023
» There is a border that defines the contour of his identity. Only by crossing it can Jaokhun Promchana be the man he wants to be. After moving to the US, he studied a new language and toiled in the kitchen. Holding a dream close to his heart, he went the extra mile to join the US Navy and police. Currently, he is running a restaurant with his wife. From the outside, he looks no different from other men, but in his expired documents, a name and its title are a reminder of the former self that he already shed.
Love is all over town, and beyond!
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 07/02/2023
» Regardless of being single or “taken” (alien abductions included), the season of love is for everyone. Guru by Bangkok Post has compiled a list of celebrations in the city and beyond for St Valentine’s Day. Take your pick!
Your horoscope for Mar 18-24
Guru, Chaiyospol Hemwijit, Published on 18/03/2022
» Your spot-on horoscope for work, money, couples & singles from the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how will you fare this week & beyond!
Class of Covid-19
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 20/08/2021
» Stepping out into the world as a fresh graduate during a pandemic has been undeniably difficult. Transition into adulthood is tough enough without Miss Rona, who has caused the decline of job opportunities, an unstable political situation and loss of life experiences, to name a few on the tip of the iceberg. However, this is a reality that millions of young Thais face today. Guru speaks to a few to learn about their beginnings at adulthood and resources they can turn to for help.
Defeating an earlier pandemic
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 07/06/2021
» In London, Sompol* can know his HIV status almost immediately. He registers on a website and fills out a questionnaire. Even illegal immigrants can avail themselves of this free service because it doesn't require ID and visa status checks. In two days, a white parcel of self-test kits arrives on his doorstep.
Difficult roads ahead
Life, Published on 31/12/2020
» Thailand expects to face a long drought period in the international tourism market from now until the first half of next year, according to the Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.
A place where time stands still
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 16/07/2020
» Despite what the science says, time seems to pass at different speeds. In areas like Si Yan, Samsen and Bang Krabue -- which are all part of Dusit district in Bangkok -- it's as if time hasn't passed into the 20th century.
How to be a 'neighbourdude'
Life, Published on 18/06/2020
» Making friends with a stranger in Beijing, having an appointment with an Indian friend at an unfamiliar venue and cooking takoyaki with a lovely family in Japan are parts of the travelling book Pra Thed Baan Puen (Neighbourdude Country) written by Nath Suppavatee.
Irresponsible or misunderstood?
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 16/03/2020
» In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, all eyes are now on illegal migrant workers -- or the so-called phi noi, or little ghosts -- who returned from South Korea to Thailand. Like those travelling back from other high-risk countries, the authorities have asked all returnees to self-quarantine at home. Unfortunately, some ignored the request.