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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).
Aswin has big plans for BMA schools
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 27/01/2018
» Aswin Kwanmuang is the first appointed governor of Bangkok in the last 30 years but he claimed the role as much by accident as by design.
The project that won't let communities go to waste
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/12/2017
» Sala Thammasop, a small community near a railway in Thawi Watthana district in the Thon Buri area, had become notorious for its squalid environment. Rubbish was almost everywhere -- along the railway, around the houses -- and even the nearby canal was inundated with all kinds of floating detritus, as well as leeches.
Safety key to keeping city's top spot award
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/11/2017
» Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang yesterday pledged more investment to keep the city safe for tourists to help the capital maintain its ranking in a Mastercard survey as the world's No.1 destination city.
Demolition of Aetas Hotel expected to begin in February
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 16/11/2017
» The demolition of the Aetas Hotel and serviced apartment in Bangkok's Pathumwan district is expected to begin in February next year, according to Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang.
EIT envisions 'smart future' for Thailand
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/11/2017
» The Engineering Institute of Thailand (EIT) predicts that robotics and artificial intelligence will become part of infrastructure projects, home-building and utility services in the future.
Tree of life brings poignant reflections
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/10/2017
» 'Every time I come to water this mango tree, I can't help crying. It reminds me a lot of how much His Majesty did for the public all his life, which was substantial and required a great deal of effort to achieve, despite being in a position deserving a convenient life," said Panya Naknilthong, a gardener at the King Rama IX Park, told the Bangkok Post in a recent interview.
Catching up on the late King's legacy
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/10/2017
» The royal cremation ceremony concludes tomorrow, marking the end of a collective outpouring of grief and solemn royal and religious rituals to pay respect to the much-loved monarch.
Jewellery re-plating trade losing its former lustre
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 14/10/2017
» Decades ago, metal re-plating shops were abundant but this time-honoured job has been fading in popularity and only long-time customers seem to know where you can find one these days.
Lychee lover cultivates living museum in heart of capital
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/09/2017
» Covering an area of seven rai on Soi 28 of Rama II Road, Poomjai Garden is designed to serve as a living museum that will reflect the way of life of fruit growers in the Bang Khunthian area.