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    Win-win in Bang Saen

    Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 02/09/2019

    » A recent article on Thailand's Bang Saen seaside town undergoing a major makeover to accommodate an ageing society put a smile on my face as the reality of reaching the day I become a senior citizen fast approaches.

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    The downfall of lust and greed

    Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 11/11/2019

    » Ponzi schemes are nothing new to Thailand. Why is it then that through the years these much publicised cases, which should serve as lessons, haven't deterred the public from falling victim to such scams time and again.

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    Towards a disaster-conscious society

    Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 11/10/2013

    » Heartbreaking scenes are flashed across TV screens and the internet day in and day out. These days, Thai news is centred round the floods and the havoc they are causing. It seems like deja vu, including the glaring fact that nothing really tangible is being said by authorities to address this mammoth predicament in a decisive manner.

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    The elephant in the room, and what must be done

    Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 22/03/2013

    » The "white gold" trade is taking its toll on elephants and their numbers are being decimated at an alarming rate. The ivory trade is booming thanks to the "looking the other way" of officials in charge as greased palms bring some sort of justification of this heartless crime. To be fair, there are those who become the voice for these victims and of their safety and well-being. Although this trade's roots can be traced back to days gone by, what is causing concern is the rate of deaths occurring each month.

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