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City blueprint tests governor's green credentials
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/02/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has revised its city plan, drawing the ire of people who fear the imposition of the new zoning rules will have a negative impact on their properties.
The centre will not hold
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 25/09/2022
» City Hall under the stewardship of governor Chadchart Sittipunt is looking to build a satellite town to "de-urbanise" Bangkok.
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.
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?
Vintage house becomes a hub for art and learning
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 31/03/2019
» Built in 1899, the vintage residence of Chao Phraya Thammasakmontri, known as the father of modern Thai education, still retains its charm.
Loy Krathong festival ushers in new era for Klong Ong Ang
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/11/2018
» One of the most picturesque and much-anticipated festivals in Bangkok is Loy Krathong which falls this Thursday.
Songkhla town closes in on World Heritage status
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/10/2018
» Songkhla has become known as the major economic hub in the deep South.
Suddenly Sakoltee
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/08/2018
» Sakoltee Phattiyakul, 41, deputy Bangkok Governor has been known as a "young blood" of Thailand's political landscape.
Bookworms in the capital rejoice
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 12/03/2016
» Bangkok bookworms can expect a new reading centre in town as City Hall has decided to turn a building in the old town into a modern library — Bangkok City Library.
Music classes bring joy to needy students
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 19/12/2015
» Karanyapat Cherdsri and Wan Promprasert are not child music prodigies, not even close. However, they recently performed in a music show in front of an audience at their school given their novice skills in playing the piano and electronic keyboard.