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Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/01/2023
» At a cost of 33 million baht, the nameplate and logo redesign for Bang Sue Grand Station has triggered public suspicion that requires not only a clear explanation from the State Railway of Thailand and the Transport Ministry but also prompt and thorough scrutiny from related agencies.
Oped, Editorial, Published on 01/12/2022
» The Education Ministry has faced a torrent of criticism for its initiative to single out history as an individual subject from the social cluster in school curricula.
Oped, Editorial, Published on 25/10/2022
» During the past long weekend, visitors flocked to Pata Zoo at Pata Department Store in Thon Buri to catch a glimpse of "Bua Noi", or "Little Lotus", Thailand's one and only captive gorilla.
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 13/06/2022
» Late last month, Sipboworn Kaewngam, director of the National Office of Buddhism (NOB), warned people about what they should and shouldn't do to monks who misbehaved.
Oped, Editorial, Published on 25/05/2022
» Despite our half-baked democracy characterised by a series of coups and street protests, our parliament building should be the subject of our pride -- a pantheon of democracy.
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 16/05/2022
» Sunday marked Visakha Bucha Day which is the commemoration of the birth, enlightenment and death of the Lord Buddha. Buddhism is the largest religion in Thailand, but we cannot deny that faith in Buddhism has declined due to the inappropriate behaviour and misconduct of some monks.
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 11/04/2022
» After the Covid-19 outbreak disrupted our lives for over two years, the government has lifted regulations, allowing people to celebrate this year's Songkran festival in public settings. However, water fights, powder smearing, foam parties or the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages will not be permitted.
Oped, Editorial, Published on 30/03/2022
» Violence of all forms is destructive and should never be condoned -- a message that should be clear following "the slap" meted out by Will Smith on Oscars host Chris Rock before the King Richard star collected his first Oscar for best actor at the Academy Awards on Sunday night.
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 27/03/2022
» With the Oscars upon us this weekend it seems an apt time to recall choice lines from past films.
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 13/02/2022
» In Thailand the silly season is never far away and things usually get even more daft around Valentine's Day, which happens to be tomorrow. However, the festival has taken bit of a hit in recent years courtesy of Covid. With kissing, canoodling, caressing, cuddling, snogging and hugging generally frowned upon by authorities the occasion has inevitably lost a lot of its romance.