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Terry Fredrickson, Published on 20/09/2014
» Pop star Psy kicked off the Asian Games "Gangnam Style" in an energetic, K-Pop-fuelled ceremony Friday as North Korean athletes received loud cheers from South Korean fans.
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 05/07/2014
» Thai sports writers are second-to-none in the colourful language they use to describe sporting events. Here are four short examples from World Cup 2014
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 13/06/2014
» (Updated) After negotiations between RS PLC, the NBTC and local television outlets, details of the free TV coverage have now been largely finalised.
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 24/02/2014
» There wasn't a lot of interest here in Thailand in the sporting events at the Sochi Winter Olympics, but everyone likes a good show and the closing ceremony provided it. (Lots of AFP photos like this one)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 11/12/2012
» Was Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's appearance on state-run TV a coincidence or collusion? It depends on whom you talk to.
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 21/11/2012
» International pop sensation Psy, whose dance hit single "Gangnam Style" sparked a global craze, has been confirmed to perform in Thailand on Nov 28.
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/08/2012
» Usain Bolt, with Olympic gold in the 100/200 metres is now officially a “legend,” the world’s fastest human, but even he admits he may not be the greatest athlete. Read, then watch the 200 metres final on the Youtube Olympic channel.
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 05/08/2012
» Practice your listening with short passages from Olympic gold medalists Michael Phelps (American English) and Jessica Ennis (British English).
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 28/07/2012
» David Beckham drives a powerboat with the Olympic torch in an opening ceremony described as spectacular, eccentric and fun. Reuters photo
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 25/07/2012
» For many Thai athletes, their skills alone may not be enough to bring sporting success so they turn to spiritual powers for help.