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Obama visits Myanmar
Jon Fernquest, Published on 19/11/2012
» Lasting only a few hours, US president Obama's short trip to Burma was the first for a US president & rich in meaning for the Burmese.
Cambodia's King Sihanouk dies in Beijing
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/10/2012
» First becoming king in 1941 at age 18 & guiding Cambodia through much of the 20th century, King Sihanouk has passed away at age 89.
Still the fastest
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 06/08/2012
» Usain Bolt left no doubt that he is still the world's fastest human with a decisive victory in the men's 100m final at the London Games on Sunday. Meanwhile, Thailand's only medal winner so far has returned home.
Pimsiri’s silver puts Thailand on the medal table
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 31/07/2012
» Weightlifter Pimsiri Sirikaew added 4 kilogrammes to her last lift, moving her from sixth to second to snatch Thailand's first medal of the Games. In men’s boxing there was first round success for Chatchai Butdee who easily defeated his Turkish opponent in the 52kg division. AFP photo
Bangkok dry, elsewhere wet
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 15/10/2011
» The inner areas of Bangkok are still dry despite day two of the high tides and some heavy rain last night. The situation just outside the city is critical, however.
Fair comparison?
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 25/08/2011
» A lot of people are making comparisons between the very different verdicts in cases involving Khunying Potjaman na Pombejra and Ubon Ratchathani red-shirts, saying there are different standards of justice for the rich and poor.
First transgender flight attendants
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/02/2011
» "Thai hospitality, Thai food and Thai ladyboys" national treasures that make Thailand unique.
The wait is over
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 17/11/2010
» Kate Middleton finally gets her prince – Prince Williiam that is.