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United? It already is
Oped, Postbag, Published on 08/08/2020
» Re: "We must stay united, says PM", (BP, Aug 7).
No doubt, until now
News, Postbag, Published on 28/07/2020
» The most glaring fact is that had there been any doubt as to the facts of the matter, or alternate witnesses and theories, and any doubts as to the guilt of the defendant the solicitors acting on behalf of the Yoovidhya family had eight years to present their version which they chose not to do.
An 'abominable' act
Oped, Postbag, Published on 25/07/2020
» In dropping charges against Vorayuth "Boss" Yoovidhya, the Thai police and the Thai government have once again boldly revealed their corrupt souls. Absent shame or mitigating circumstances they have defined their version of justice, integrity and dictatorial rule by law in this abominable decision.
Put Thais before THAI
Oped, Postbag, Published on 20/06/2020
» I fully agree with Chartchai Parasuk in his June 18 article that "Thai Airways will require 100 billion baht to make up for past and future losses. Without an initial cash bailout, it is almost pointless to discuss business restructuring.
Thai racism again
Oped, Postbag, Published on 17/06/2020
» Great to see the letter from Jan Servaes, especially as his position with Unesco had been communication for sustainable social change. As he very politely pointed out Thailand appears to have no respect for the institution of marriage especially if one partner happens to be a non-Thai. At a time when Immigration is often stating that visitors and stayers need to have the correct visa it seems that they themselves don't wish to supply you the pertinent document.
Systemic abuse
News, Postbag, Published on 25/05/2020
» My impression is the main purpose of the education system is to make students as submissive as possible. If that is true, and I believe it is, abusive adults are going to have a field day. Not just sexual abuse, which is the worst form, of course, but verbal and physical abuse too.
Education overhaul
Oped, Postbag, Published on 22/05/2020
» I agree with Khun Vint Chavala in his May 20 letter that "The Prayut Chan-o-cha government should stop dragging its feet in reforming the education system, so education can be served in an equitable manner."
Road to where?
Oped, Postbag, Published on 02/05/2020
» Re: "Cut govt some slack", (PostBag, April 29).
Broken by design
Oped, Postbag, Published on 25/04/2020
» Re: "Covid-19 exposes our broken system" (Opinion, April 23).
Why close the parks?
Oped, Postbag, Published on 04/04/2020
» Over the past month, hundreds of people -- especially the elderly -- jogged in Benjakiti Park daily and thousands in Lumpini Park. At this time, it is important for people, especially elderly people, to get lots of sunshine and exercise.