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Myanmar poll to test region
News, Editorial, Published on 27/12/2025
» Tomorrow, eligible voters in Myanmar will return to the polls in a general election organised by the State Security and Peace Commission (SSPC), the military-appointed body overseeing the process.
Alcohol plans baffle industry
Editorial, Published on 21/09/2025
» The revised alcohol control law, while keeping strict restrictions on alcohol sales intact, is creating confusion among citizens and business operators -- particularly those in the advertising sector.
Quakes jolt old fears
Oped, Editorial, Published on 08/07/2025
» Although geologists are urging calm and caution against panic, a recent series of tremors detected in the Nicobar Islands, located off the coast of Phuket and Phangnga provinces, as well as the northern province of Lampang, has been a powerful reminder of the need to ensure the country's tsunami warning system remains fully functional.
Labels won't curb drinking
News, Editorial, Published on 04/03/2024
» A plan to introduce a new mandate to adorn beer, wine and spirits bottles with large, intimidating graphic images might seem like a bold step towards addressing Thailand's problem with harmful drinking.
CEO solution won't work
Oped, Editorial, Published on 08/12/2023
» The Srettha Thavisin administration's decision to revive the idea of turning governors into chief executive officers (CEO) of their respective provinces has raised many eyebrows.
Regulate liquor sensibly
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/06/2023
» Attempts by the Public Health Ministry to propose a new draft law to intensify limits on alcohol consumption have caused a commotion.
Drowning reminder
Oped, Editorial, Published on 23/02/2023
» This week marks the first anniversary of the most reported drowning accident in Thailand's modern history. A year (and a day) ago on the night of Feb 24, actress Nida "Tangmo" Patcharaveerapong died after falling off a speedboat in the Chao Phraya River.
Demerits not enough
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/01/2023
» The frequency and severity of traffic accidents on Thailand's roads are not only reflective of the nation's below-par safety culture. Some accidents, like the one which went viral over the weekend, show how in the kingdom, law enforcement can still be bent to the will of wealthy individuals who are looking to get away with their crimes.
Pattaya bent out of shape
Oped, Editorial, Published on 26/10/2022
» The lack of respect for the law evidenced during a raid at Club One Pattaya, a popular pub in Chon Buri, last weekend is nothing short of shocking.
Call time on booze rules
News, Editorial, Published on 19/03/2022
» Reports that K-pop superstar Lisa Manoban has become a brand ambassador for a whisky-maker have caused something of a frenzy here in her home country.