Showing 1 - 9 of 9
Growing city eyesore
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/01/2026
» Inside Soi Ruam Rudi in Pathumwan district, two luxury high-rise buildings now stand sealed and silent, encircled by metal fencing and waiting for demolition.
Mekong River scenic road project now 16% complete
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 07/08/2025
» The Naga Withi project, a new scenic road along the Mekong River in the Northeast, is 16% complete ahead of its slated completion in 2027, said the Department of Rural Roads (DRR).
Big shakeup for city pet owners
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/05/2025
» A quietly announced law will usher in sweeping changes to pet ownership in Bangkok early next year. While the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Ordinance on Animal Keeping and Release Control 2024 has flown under the radar for many, its impact -- particularly on dog and cat owners -- could be profound when it comes into force on Jan 10.
Scenic waterway to get makeover
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/06/2021
» Since the end of 2020, Klong Phadung Krung Kasem has seen a number of improvements, in particular the introduction of electric passenger boats along the Thewet Market Pier to Hua Lamphong Pier stretch.
High-rises skirt law to spring up in narrow sois
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/05/2019
» Due to unscrupulous state officials and greedy real estate developers exploiting legal loopholes, many high-rises manage to spring up in narrow sois in Bangkok, posing environmental problems and safety concerns.
'Total' demolition of Aetas, says City Hall
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 20/04/2019
» The contractor who will be selected to demolish the Aetas Hotel and Residence in Bangkok's Pathumwan district must knock down the entire structures, not just the high-level floors, said a senior official at City Hall.
Vintage house becomes a hub for art and learning
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 31/03/2019
» Built in 1899, the vintage residence of Chao Phraya Thammasakmontri, known as the father of modern Thai education, still retains its charm.
Home of sweet memories for a forgotten community
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 07/04/2018
» For years, an old wooden house has served as a classroom for Thai classical music at the Wat Paurohitya School in Bangkok's Bang Phlat district.
Markets won't be axed despite angry aunties, says governor
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/02/2018
» Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang assured vendors that they were welcome to resume trading at the Seri Villa estate, where two elderly residents attacked a pickup truck blocking their driveway, as long as the market operators comply with rules.