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Speaking from the heart
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 28/06/2013
» Despite some over-the-top acting, mediocre music and logic flaws, Pakistani flick Bol, which means "speak" in Urdu, does an exceptional job addressing a host of thorny universal issues facing not just the Muslim world today but other conservative societies.
Director intervention
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 27/06/2013
» Dr Anand Ngams-ard has successfully steered a handful of vocational colleges in the country. He has worked as an instructor and director of vocational training schools for 40 years. During this period, the slightly-built man has worked in institutions that have suffered from all levels of student disciplinary problems and gang violence, making Anand a perfect candidate for director of Samutprakan Technical College _ which has featured in the news for clashes with rival student for some time.
Abandoning the maternal instinct
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 25/06/2013
» Newspaper and television news coverage of abandoned babies is once again making the rounds. While such news is not particularly eyebrow-raising, when such incidents are brought to light, they do affect us and we try to put ourselves in the shoes of those concerned.
A dangerous education
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 17/06/2013
» Straight-talking Nathani Uthairat doesn't bat an eyelid when he says his rowdy past is behind him. During a break between classes, the third-year student at Samut Prakan Polytechnic College, who once had a chequered history with student gangs, spoke candidly about his resolve to complete his final year with distinction, and launch his career as a promising mechanic at a factory in Samut Prakan.
Ed of the pack
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 30/05/2013
» The last thing Ed Ng wants to be is a photocopier. The man who founded the design firm AB Concept is determined to continue striving for uniqueness and to never repeat himself, and his desire to do so helps set him apart.
Divine lessons in humility
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 17/05/2013
» From the crop of religious world leaders we have today, none impresses me as much as Pope Francis, the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.
Top of his game
Muse, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 27/04/2013
» If there is one similarity between being a sportsman and hotelier, for Wim Fagel it is the need for both to perform to the best of their capabilities.
Mixing up the matches
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 18/04/2013
» Bunny Williams has always been up for a challenge. After 22 years with the venerable decorating firm Parish-Hadley Associates, famed for decorating the White House, she established her company Bunny Williams Home in 1988. Now the veteran American interior and furniture designer has her sights set on Thailand.
Service with a smile
Muse, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 13/04/2013
» As front office manager at Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok, Mari Tanaka is often tasked to address issues that require her to draw from her extensive 13 years experience in the service industry.
Soul Dancers
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 04/04/2013
» Rekindling tales of Australia's rich indigenous history and culture through its distinctive merging of dance and music, the Bangarra Dance Theatre left an indelible impression on enthusiasts with recent workshops in Bangkok.