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Getting around social distancing
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 24/04/2020
» Let's face it, people. We don't go out with a tape measure in our bag (next to a bottle of hand sanitiser, a pair of plastic gloves and a spare face mask) to make sure we all adhere to the recommended six feet of social distancing. Hopefully, we do the best we can in the given circumstances or find a way to protect ourselves even when we aren't sure we're six feet apart from one another. Here are a few real-life examples for your entertainment.
Guru's Weekly Pick: Oct 6-12
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 05/10/2017
» Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!
The GURU compilation
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 25/11/2016
» So far this year we've featured many of the freshest sounds of Thailand's music scene. Musically, 2016's been good, with many indie acts finding success and recognition. As the year wraps up, we want to show you even more talents that deserve love (and listening to) from us.
#ReferendumPrep
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 05/08/2016
» Are you #teamyes, #teamno or #teamundecided?
Are you a bona fide Bangkokian?
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/07/2015
» It takes more than the ability to recite the full 65-syllable name of Bangkok or nimbly jaywalk at every opportunity to qualify as a true Bangkokian na. There are nuances (and nuisances) in everyday life that only a true Bangkokian can pick up on. Think you’re a Bangkok buff? Take our quiz to find out how local you are. Answers will be revealed at the end. No cheating!
Social media meltdowns
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 15/05/2015
» Social media posts are sometimes newsworthy, especially those that make you say "What's he/she on?" -- or just blurt out a good old "WTF". We hope you already know you should be careful with things you make public online so they won't come back to slap you with real-life consequence. It seems, however, that some people haven't yet received that message.
Splish splash
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 11/04/2014
» There was a fuss made recently over a report that a company planned to organise Songkran celebrations in Singapore. Like a motorcycle taxi’s seat pre-heated by the April midday sun, this prompted some Thais to be extra protective of what they considered exclusive to Thailand. However, we need not worry about anyone copying our Songkran since we have many elements that are so inimitable that no other country would be able to (or want to) recreate them. In honour of the upcoming Thai New Year, we present you with all the things that make Songkran uniquely Thai.
Moving the masses
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/04/2013
» Earlier this month, the cabinet approved a plan for the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority to purchase 3,183 NGV buses. PM Yingluck Shinawatra has also reportedly tasked the bus authority to come up with measures to encourage people to use their buses more in order to ease traffic.
Jobs gone wrong
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 08/03/2013
» Work can be a pain in the ass (well, provided you actually have to work for a living). Not only do we have to wake up at an ungodly hour every morning, we're expected to put on pants, brave traffic and/or smelly commuters, suck up to the boss, deal with other people, and actually get stuff done on a daily basis. And on top of all that... we're expected to maintain an air of professionalism the whole way through!
Socially Screwed
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 09/11/2012
» Despite enabling us to stalk our exes to our heart's content, social media can also have some negative side effects. For the average person, this could come in the form of almost being run over by a car because you're too preoccupied sending cute (stupid) stickers to a friend via LINE. Not to mention all the weight that goes straight to your ass because you're surfing YouTube until the wee hours, or the horror of having your boss friend request you on Facebook.