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Never-ending pavement repair irks city residents
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/06/2019
» Known for their wobbly surfaces and surplus of potholes -- not to mention seemingly endless reconstruction -- footpaths in Bangkok have always been on the receiving end of criticism and ridicule.
Urban sprawl has killer consequences for residents
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 24/02/2019
» Living in cities like Bangkok poses unique risks from which rural dwellers are spared. For example, urban residents face the risk of being caged inside fire-stricken buildings or the possibility of an accident on mass transit.
Seeing grey: Bracing for an elderly population explosion
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/06/2018
» If you were to ask the people of Bangkok what problems they most earnestly want the city to solve, most respondents would point to nagging issues like traffic congestion, flash floods and the need to preserve more green space.
Sea-ing is believing
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 10/03/2018
» Most of the news about Bangkok's Bang Khunthian district in recent decades has dealt with the its persistent coastal erosion problem, which has at times overshadowed positive stories. One of these would be the area's years-long tourism campaign dubbed Kin Pou Du Thalay (Eat crab and enjoy views of the sea).
A Bangkok 'water park' unlike any other
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 03/02/2018
» A sand-carrying barge on the Chao Phraya could be converted into a "floating park" to add another recreational option for the city's residents and visitors as they take in sweeping views of the riverbanks and beyond.
Grass really is greener for those whose dreams have come true
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/03/2017
» Having a public park close to home is a dream come true for Prapatson Fuengkankol who enjoys outdoor activities with her niece.
Enriching Charoen Krung while embracing proud past
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/07/2016
» The arrival of the Thailand Creative and Design Centre (TCDC) in the near future will definitely change the face of Charoen Krung -- one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Bangkok full of old architecture and culture -- into a vibrant neighbourhood to bring exciting new experiences to residents.
Architects act to safeguard against quakes
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/02/2016
» The 7.8-magnitude Nepalese earthquake last year claimed more than 8,000 lives, injured 21,000 and left thousands more homeless. The 6.4-magnitude quake in Taiwan last week killed at least 94 people and injured hundreds while more than 40 remain missing. Many high-rises collapsed.
Music classes bring joy to needy students
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 19/12/2015
» Karanyapat Cherdsri and Wan Promprasert are not child music prodigies, not even close. However, they recently performed in a music show in front of an audience at their school given their novice skills in playing the piano and electronic keyboard.
A greener way to commute on campus
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/09/2015
» Motorcycle taxis may be the fastest way to get around. But reaching a destination in the shortest time isn’t the only factor taken into account at Kasetsart University.