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NLA removes 2 key hurdles to election
News, Published on 09/03/2018
» The biggest obstacle to holding the general election in February as planned has been removed as the last two organic bills on electing MPs and selecting senators cleared the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) on Thursday.
PM's 6 questions 'designed to rile critics'
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 10/11/2017
» The latest round of questions posed to the public by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha shows fairly unequivocally that the regime hopes to retain its grip on power after next November's election, either with the help of an existing political party or one that could be set up for this purpose.
To honour the Queen, The Faithful Son returns
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 02/08/2017
» In honour of HM Queen Sirikit's birthday on Aug 12, Somtow Sucharitkul's opera Suwana Sama -- The Faithful Son will be performed at the Thailand Cultural Centre from Saturday until Aug 7.
A soulful remembrance
Life, Tretip Kamolsiri, Published on 29/12/2016
» The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Vanich Potavanich led musicians, soloists and choruses to deliver a heartfelt programme "Tribute To The Supreme Artist Concert" in remembrance of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej on Dec 21. The performance full of grace and lamentation attracted audiences of all ages, as well as expatriates and music lovers at the Main Hall, Thailand Culture Centre.
Thailand and India prepare to mark a milestone
Asia focus, Prangthong Jitcharoenkul, Published on 14/11/2016
» As India and Thailand prepare to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties next year, the Indian ambassador to Thailand has urged the two countries to expand economic cooperation after years of stagnation.
What's spinning on GURU FM
Guru, Catherine Faulder, Published on 05/08/2016
» "Without music, life would be a mistake", said existentialism's darling, Friedrich Nietzsche. Guru does solemnly agree. And who pushes a significant portion of music in this city? Bangkok's live DJs, of course! They're like our unsung heroes, our hidden gems. They really do hold the keys to our city!
Add 'Keng the Voice' to the list of talented Thais
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 29/07/2016
» Sitting at a café in an office building where he just finished his latest television interview, Tachaya "Keng" Pathumwan was met with a flowing line of excited office workers congratulating him on his latest achievements. He's an easy target to spot: dressed in all black with a sleeve of tattoos, numerous ear piercings and a Johnny Bravo-like hairstyle, "Keng The Voice" as he's better known after his stint in the singing contest is the latest name in the pool of talented Thais that have made the country proud.
Universities consider tech gadget ban
News, Dumrongkiat Mala, Published on 10/05/2016
» The 27 universities under the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT) are considering a ban on smartwatches during exams as part of the group's efforts to prevent cheating.
High-tech cheats lead to RSU test re-do
News, Dumrongkiat Mala, Published on 09/05/2016
» Rangsit University (RSU) yesterday cancelled entrance exams for its College of Medicine and two other faculties after three students were found to have used hi-tech devices provided by a gang to cheat during the exams.