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Breathing uneasy: smog spurs health problems in New Delhi
Spectrum, Published on 07/01/2018
» When air quality levels in New Delhi rose over 40 times above the World Health Organisation's (WHO) safe limit, Rai, former president of the Indian Tour Agents Association, suffered a major asthma attack.
Top 5 social media stories of the year
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 30/12/2017
» The influence of social media on society today is of profound importance, and 2017 was no exception. This past year was one when netizens widely used social media platforms to scrutinise matters of public interest. Below are the top five news stories of the year that spread online mostly through social media initially in a much faster and wider manner before the mainstream media picked up and pursued them.
'Trump country' faith unshaken
Associated Press, Published on 28/12/2017
» SANDY HOOK, Kentucky: The regulars amble in before dawn and claim their usual table, the one next to an old box television playing the news on mute.
The final resting place
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 23/11/2017
» Within walking distance from Bangkok's popular Khao San Road in Phra Nakhon district is one of Thailand's most important temples -- Wat Bowon Niwet. Since Oct 29, many have flocked to the temple to pay respects to the ashes of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, enshrined in the base of the principal Buddha image, Phra Phuttha Chinnasi.
King's love for sports knew no bounds
Sports, Published on 22/10/2017
» Thailand will bid its final farewell to King Bhumibol Adulyadej on Thursday with a royal cremation ceremony in what is expected to be the most emotional event in the country's modern history.
Xi Jinping gets set to amass more power
Reuters, Published on 17/10/2017
» BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to amass even greater power at a Communist Party Congress this week, promoting close allies, having his guiding thought enshrined in the party constitution and possibly assuming a title to put him on par with Mao Zedong.
Sovereign attractions
Business, Suchat Sritama, Published on 16/10/2017
» In remembrance of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, it is a good time for Thais and foreign tourists to visit and discover outstanding royal projects located across the country.
Phuket carves out learning niche
News, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 14/10/2017
» Phuket municipality is celebrating the completion of its quest to introduce a "trinity of knowledge" to further the learning of locals, especially youngsters in primary schools.
Revolution's legacy back from the brink
Spectrum, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 25/06/2017
» Meanings assigned to specific persons and objects change through time. Once they were defined as supreme, then redefined as degenerate and consigned to oblivion.
Weaving worth out of tradition
News, Published on 03/06/2017
» Ethnic clothing and colourful woven accessories in Thailand's remote North are known for their beauty but these traditional garments and the livelihoods they afford are under threat from lower-quality rivals that are putting artisans under pressure.