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Canal service gets new lease on life
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/04/2020
» Covid-19 may have brought most social activities and businesses to a halt, but the government's march to develop Thailand's transport infrastructure pushes on.
Renewed push to make a success of pedal power
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 16/02/2020
» The popularity of cycling is on the wane in Bangkok. Bicycle shops and related businesses which were thriving only a few years ago are struggling to stay afloat as the number of riders on city streets has dwindled, leaving only the die-hard enthusiasts brave enough to tackle the traffic and filthy air.
Reclaiming the streets
News, Published on 15/12/2019
» Walking streets are not only fun and exciting places to be, they also hold out the promise of economic rewards under the Prayut Chan-o-cha government's plan to boost growth amid worries about the global economy.
Bangkok's creative city tag to spur the economy
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/12/2019
» What pictures come to mind when you think about the design of buildings and landscape in Bangkok? Are they images of pavements dotted with potholes and rows of amputated trees with spaghetti-knot power lines or does Bangkok's landscape display a hodgepodge of traditional and contemporary design with historical temples nestled among high-rises, and majestic royal palaces coexisting with modern-day architecture?
The pollution paralysis: Thailand's structural inability to clean up its air
News, Published on 17/11/2019
» Air pollution has blanketed Bangkok and most of Thailand again this month. As expected, the government has responded with the usual raft of contingency measures, but nothing to address the problem at its root.
Capital's urban caterers receive a helping hand
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 10/11/2019
» Bangkok's street food scene made headlines recently but not for the cuisine on offer. For the last few years, the future of the capital's street eateries has become increasingly precarious after the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) -- with the endorsement of the junta-appointed government at that time -- floated a campaign called "Returning Pavements to Pedestrians" two years ago. Part of the action plan involved clearing street food from major areas across 50 districts.
Special hospital for the elderly gets an upgrade
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/08/2019
» Bang Khunthian, which is the only coastal district in Bangkok, is famous for its seafood eateries and coastal views, but it's also known for some less appealing qualities, like its severe coastal erosion.
Facelift plans for Lumpini Park
News, Published on 11/08/2019
» Surrounded by skyscrapers in a wealthy and conveniently located part of the city, Lumpini Park -- also known as "Suan Lum" and considered an oasis in the heart of Bangkok's central business district -- will celebrate its centenary in 2025.
Cleaning up Khao San
News, Published on 04/08/2019
» Known for decades among tourists worldwide as "fun, wild and rowdy", Khao San Road, which is set to have a major makeover, has never enjoyed the status of being a "real" walking street. This, however, is about to change.
Over 1,000 trees planted for King
News, Published on 28/07/2019
» The idea of Thais volunteering to help others has become increasingly popular in the past year. Since last year, we have seen groups of people in blue caps and yellow scarves doing public work and helping others in many ways.