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Dealing with dengue, Zika
Oped, Editorial, Published on 28/07/2023
» Concern over an increase in mosquito-borne disease cases deserves more attention from our government and broader society.
Pricey AI traffic control
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/07/2023
» People might be divided about artificial intelligence. But the use of AI cams and warning systems at zebra crossings in Bangkok has already won the hearts of pedestrians. The problem is the price of the associated technology should have been cheaper.
Tackling vague laws, for public safety
Oped, Published on 05/07/2023
» In Bangkok's construction industry, demands for kickbacks from city authorities are nothing new. But when it was the Bangkok governor who exposed the corruption himself, change may be on the way.
Safety must come first
News, Editorial, Published on 27/06/2023
» The fire drill tragedy that claimed a life and injured another 10 at Rajavinit Mathayom School in Dusit district on Friday is not just a one-off mishap.
Get tough on plastics
News, Editorial, Published on 24/05/2023
» As the nation marked World Turtle Day on Tuesday, the caretaker administration made the decision to send Thai delegates to take part in the drafting of an international treaty to regulate the plastic industry, which will take place in Paris later this month.
Rising water pressure
Oped, Editorial, Published on 26/04/2023
» As if households have not been hurt enough by rising electricity bills, the Metropolitan Waterworks Administration (MWA) and Provincial Waterworks Administration (PWA) on Sunday reportedly sent a signal that worse could be in store by telling the media they may have to increase tap water fees.
Songkran spending tipped to jump 17%
Published on 04/04/2023
» Consumer spending could rise 17% to 125 billion baht, a four-year high, during the upcoming Songkran holiday as the economy and tourism gather steam, according to the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).
'Chuvit Garden' plans face scrutiny
News, Veera Prateepchaikul, Published on 03/04/2023
» Many Bangkokians not living in the Sukhumvit area may not realise that there used to be a small park, named Chuvit Garden, at the entrance of Soi Sukhumvit 10.
Don't ignore our heritage
Oped, Editorial, Published on 01/04/2023
» The ongoing construction of the Purple Line rail extension that comes at the cost of some almost-century-old shophouses in the Rattanakosin old quarters has caused a stir.
Promenade needs rethink
Oped, Editorial, Published on 21/03/2023
» Earlier this month, the Central Administrative Court gave a ruling that spells the end to the Chao Phraya River Promenade -- a lavishing 14-billion baht riverside landscape brainchild of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.