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Driving licence point deductions to start Jan 9
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/12/2022
» A points deduction system for traffic violations will begin on Jan 9 next year, with the loss of all points resulting in a 90-day suspension of drivers’ licences, according to officials.
Smiles not hugs as classes restart
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/05/2022
» The resumption of on-site learning for the first time in almost two years has seen the joyful yet cautious reunion of students and teachers at the beginning of the new school term, with health and safety measures put in place due to Covid-19.
First new 'smart bus shelter' opened
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 30/07/2020
» City Hall on Thursday opened the first of 350 "smart bus shelters" planned for Bangkok - with Wi-Fi, phone chargers and information on routes and arriving buses.
Start of a new generation of city bus stops
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 27/07/2020
» Bus stops in Bangkok are going through more than just a facelift as they become more more than just shelters over commuters' heads in the age of the digital revolution.
Rubbish rates not that bad, residents say
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 22/05/2019
» The city administration is convinced city residents will be not burdened by the new household garbage waste handling fee that will start in October.
Villages go all out to charm tourists
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 15/05/2018
» The government has announced a new strategy to bolster local tourism by encouraging locals to promote their villages' charm and unique products.
Clearing the path to a walkable city
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/05/2018
» Bangkok's pavements are notoriously filthy, bumpy and riddled with obstacles such as potholes, food carts and unused phone booths. It is hard to imagine walking along the city's streets with ease.
No more wet markets near axe aunts' house
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 22/02/2018
» Bangkok district authorities ordered the closure of all illegal markets within seven days - and prohibited raw foods at the remaining licensed markets - at the Seri Villa housing estate in Prawet district, where enraged residents attacked a truck blocking their driveway with an axe on Sunday.
Markets under fire after pickup attack
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 22/02/2018
» Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang Wednesdayday vowed to inspect all 364 markets across the city to ensure legal compliance following a pickup bashing incident at the Seri Villa housing estate in Prawet district.
City Hall kicks off 'public policing' drive
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 16/08/2017
» City Hall has kicked off a programme giving the public an incentive to report legal violations concerning cleanliness and order in the capital by offering them half of the fine that violators will be charged.