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Why the war on uniforms scares 'phuyai' witless
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 08/12/2020
» Why has the campaign against school uniforms, which has struck a chord only among some students, so irked the phuyai or adults in Thai society?
Prayut's pride will spell doom for the regime
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 07/01/2020
» A no confidence motion? The second and third reading of the crucial 2020 Budget Bill? Bring them on. Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha wasn't kidding when he confidently declared: "Don't be bored with me yet, as I will be around for quite a while."
FFP 'Illuminati' charge based on unjustified fear
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 06/08/2019
» At 87 years old, Thailand's constitutional monarchy is not among the world's oldest nor has it been the most robust. Still, it has beaten the odds and remained our system of governance.
Time for the regime to face the music
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 30/10/2018
» Finally, the return to democracy has begun. It's raw. It's vulgar. It's controversial. It has also unleashed a rush of polarised opinions. Police are gunning to outlaw it as more people flock to view it online, with over 21 million on YouTube for the music video in question as of yesterday mid-afternoon.
Army at the centre of our vicious circle
News, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 23/10/2018
» What is the point of holding a general election when a military coup is lurking just around the corner?