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When voters look beyond credentials
Oped, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 20/02/2026
» Many observers of Thai politics may be wondering why the following individual of such distinguished standing failed to secure a seat in parliament in the Feb 8 election. He holds the title of professor and earned a doctoral degree in engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, one of the world's most renowned universities. He previously contested the 2022 Bangkok gubernatorial election, securing more than 250,000 votes. He has also achieved notable academic success and served as president of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology, Ladkrabang. With credentials such as these, his electoral defeat has come as a surprise to many.
Accused Thai drug kingpin sought in Myanmar
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 18/06/2025
» Thai authorities will visit Myanmar to seek the cooperation of their counterparts in the arrest of an alleged Thai drug kingpin and the seizure of his 1 billion baht in assets.
PM stokes hopes on economy
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 03/03/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed confidence Thailand's economy, despite last year's 2.5% growth, can still grow exponentially with more than 1.13 trillion baht having already been invested by foreign companies in Thailand, the highest level in the past decade, and more to come.
Payout sped up for slain rider's family
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 24/01/2025
» Government agencies have expedited the provision of compensation for the family of a delivery rider killed in a road rage incident in Bangkok earlier this week, Social Development and Human Security Minister Varawut Silpa-archa says.
Curbing urban hazards
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 17/03/2024
» Cape Town: The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and the Thailand Walking and Cycling Institute Foundation (TWCIF) are promoting walking and cycling as an alternative to using cars on six roads in the Bamrung Muang area of Phra Nakhon district.
Ukrainian family hopes to rebuild their lives
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 17/12/2023
» Natalia Zapotochna, 37, wonders how she and her family will rebuild their lives amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Thailand's green transition: Embracing the electric vehicle wave
Life, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 27/09/2023
» Pinpawee Pulsawad, a 38-year-old owner of a maid services company in Saraburi province, harbours no regrets about her decision to purchase an electric car for her daily commute.
Viral clicks that rocked the boat
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 29/12/2018
» In the year 2018, netizens widely used their Facebook pages and other social media platforms to scrutinise matters of public interest ranging from politics and crimes to social issues.