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BMA widens exercise gear probe
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 11/06/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is planning to expand its probe into the procurement of exercise equipment for public parks in the capital after investigators detected evidence of corruption in their preliminary investigation.
Chadchart looks into ‘unusual’ gym equipment buys
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/06/2024
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has admitted to finding unusual patterns in gym equipment procurement — such as a treadmill that cost as much as a car — for two sports centres operated by City Hall.
Clear-up crew put on job after pics of 'rubbish' railway go viral
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 02/08/2023
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) have sent a 30-strong team to clear rubbish along rail tracks near Phaya Thai after a Japanese netizen posted pictures of a Kiha-183 train, donated by Japan to serve tourists, passing through an apparent dump site in the area.
Brain trust puts policy into action
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/07/2022
» Working behind the scenes in the governor's back office, Kessara Thanyalakpark is busy working out ways to rise to the challenge of making Bangkok a truly liveable city.
A delicious slice of history
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/04/2018
» Khanom Farang Kudi Chin, the Portuguese cake made by the Kudi Chin community in Thon Buri district, has been selected by City Hall as one of the six "local wisdoms" of Bangkok considered worth preserving.
Gift from the gods
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 04/11/2017
» Imagine stumbling upon a treasured relic that belonged to the beloved king of your country and not realising it until a crowd of reporters appeared at your office clamouring for details and interviews.
Snapping at the heels of social justice
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/08/2017
» City Hall is ushering in a culture of whistle-blowing by offering cash incentives for informing on those who violate public spaces -- for example, motorcyclists who tear along pavements -- but fears are mounting it may promote vigilantism and could spark violent confrontations.
Auntie Muay bags friendship and a brand new lease of life
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/11/2016
» After her elder brother passed away years ago, Auntie Muay felt lonely and struggled to cover her living expenses each month. She had worked hard in a clothing factory on weekdays and as a maid at weekends.
Eateries put on notice over raw fish
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 31/01/2016
» The Food and Drug Administration is stepping up checks of eateries selling raw fish after a Bangkok restaurant sold salmon tainted with a bacteria that made more than 10 diners sick.
Four youngsters leading by example
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 30/01/2016
» It was a delight to learn about a group of youngsters coming up with creative activities that make a difference to their community.