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BRT set to see upgrades
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/04/2024
» Bangkok's Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system will receive a few upgrades this year, with electric buses set to start joining its fleet in July, and a planned expansion of the route in the works.
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.
Mitigating dissent risks
News, Published on 03/07/2022
» The designation of seven protest sites by City Hall has been met with a cautious welcome from academics, politicians and protest leaders who agreed it should not stop rallies spilling to other parts of the capital.
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.
Sound effects
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 27/02/2019
» A woman rushes to cross a street because she is late for an appointment. On the street, a motorcycle rider is honking a horn to warn that his vehicle is running towards her. Sadly, the woman is hearing impaired. Since she can't hear, she is hit by the motorcycle.
As mall hype mounts, some question pace
Business, Published on 14/12/2018
» The opening of the 54-billion-baht Iconsiam along the Chao Phraya River in southeastern Bangkok was quite the spectacle. In November, the mall spent a whopping 1 billion baht on its grand opening, with a thousand-drone choreographed light show along with world-class ballerinas and copious fireworks.
Strangers in their own town
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 28/10/2018
» At the age of 55, Piak feels as if he is a stranger in Bangkok, as people do not want to know him.
Put service first, city top cop says
News, Published on 16/10/2018
» Newly appointed Metropolitan Police Bureau chief Sutthipong Wongpin is not new to the working environment in Bangkok and he is aware of the busy job he has to do in the months ahead.
Strong cities needed
Spectrum, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 15/07/2018
» Bangkok has attracted millions of migrants seeking economic opportunity. They will be forced to handle the impacts of climate change in coming decades.
All aboard!
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 11/05/2018
» After celebrating its centennial birthday two years ago, Hua Lamphong Railway Station -- one of Bangkok's iconic symbols -- is expected to undergo a lot of changes. The State Railway of Thailand said Hua Lamphong would soon be turned into a museum and its infrastructure adjusted to only allow for short and tourism rides.