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Great traffic laws, even greater if enforced
Jon Fernquest, Published on 12/11/2012
» Only 27% obey motorcycle helmet law. If more traffic laws enforced, then fewer injuries & deaths. Accidents now under-reported.
Leap from space
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 15/10/2012
» "The door has opened," says the TV announcer as Daredevil Felix Baumgartner prepares to start his jump from 39km above the Earth that saw him break the sound barrier and reach speeds above 1300km/hr. Photo from Youtube video.
A little bit of Myanmar without leaving Thailand
Jon Fernquest, Published on 11/08/2012
» If you can't afford to fly to another country for your vacation this year, the border town of Mae Sot offers a glimpse of Myanmar at a fraction of the price.
Rice policy mainly benefits rich people
Jon Fernquest, Published on 08/08/2012
» Poor farmers get 5% of govt rice program money, merchants & millers get 63%.
When you lose a tooth...
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/07/2012
» Dental implant technology can make your teeth like new again if you lose teeth in an accident or just didn't brush & floss your teeth regularly.
Suvarnabhumi: New runway by 2018
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/07/2012
» With repeated problems handling airplanes & passengers, several expansion projects have started to make Bangkoks' international airport larger.
The business of leather goods
Jon Fernquest, Published on 10/07/2012
» The long and unlikely path one Thai businessman took to success in leather goods exports to Japan.
Filipino singers: Whole world is their stage
Jon Fernquest, Published on 07/07/2012
» From small bars in Korea to lead singer for US band Journey, Filipino singers have a reputation as good musicians.
High-speed trains to replace cars, trucks
Jon Fernquest, Published on 28/06/2012
» 82-83% of Thai transport still by roads. Shift to more efficient railway transportation for goods & passengers focus of study.
Thai sugar: New Asean export opportunity
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/06/2012
» With start of Asean Economic Community & low sugar prices worldwide, may be time to grab Asean market share from Brazil.