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Sakoltee resigns as Bangkok deputy governor, to run for governor
Online Reporters, Published on 07/03/2022
» Sakoltee Phattiyakul has resigned as Bangkok deputy governor to run for the governorship as an independent in the city elections tentatively set for late May.
Don't let it be a train in vain
Oped, Editorial, Published on 12/02/2022
» The affordability, usability and efficiency of Bangkok's mass-transit system leaves much to be desired.
Covid surge worries govt
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/02/2022
» The government is thinking of tightening anti-Covid measures on Valentine's Day and around Songkran after a rapid increase in new infections.
A 'welfare city' challenge
News, Published on 17/01/2022
» The former president of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) has vowed to turn Bangkok into a welfare city if he is elected as the capital's next governor.
CentralWorld scraps onsite New Year party
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/12/2021
» The CentralWorld shopping centre has cancelled in-person attendance at its New Year countdown party, although the event will still be broadcast live across the country.
Countdown events cancelled over Omicron fears
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/12/2021
» Fear of a surge in Omicron cases has led to the cancellation of all events to mark the New Year planned for Bangkok by City Hall.
NY revellers need jabs, ATK test
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/12/2021
» Revellers must be fully vaccinated and produce a negative antigen test result issued within 72 hours before taking part in a New Year countdown event with at least 1,000 participants, according to the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA).
Bangkok urged to go green
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 17/12/2021
» Surrounded by high-rises, large trees offer shade to urban residents, protecting them from all kinds of pollution. Nevertheless, the expansion of green space in Bangkok remains a tough nut to crack now that vacant land is harder to come by. But an environmental expert believes building pocket parks around corners and turns can help increase green cover and make the city more sustainable.
City Hall to 'keep Loy Krathong safe'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/11/2021
» City Hall has announced several measures intended to keep the upcoming Loy Krathong celebration safe from Covid-19.