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An update on progress at the royal crematorium
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 15/08/2017
» With the royal funeral for King Bhumibol Adulyadej less than three months away, skilled craftspeople are hard at work on the royal crematorium. Here's an update on their progress.
Elfies = Elephant Seflies: New social media trend
Jon Fernquest, Published on 27/05/2015
» When an elephant takes a selfie, it is called an elfie. Just trick the elephant into thinking your camera is food to get one.
Prime Minister Prayuth's lucky rings
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/09/2014
» The general has a collection of auspicious rings which he changes from day-to-day to suit the tasks he is performing.
Lord Buddha's life: Suphanburi temple paintings
Jon Fernquest, Published on 05/07/2013
» Lord Buddha's life painted by Lao artist who fled to Thailand in 1826 & painted temple of Emerald Buddha murals also.
Tricks of the ivory trade
Jon Fernquest, Published on 04/03/2013
» Registration of Thai elephants with micro ID chip under skin, cheap way to save lives of elephants & beat corrupt ivory traders at their game.
Captive elephants "suffering"
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 27/11/2012
» Most elephants living in captivity across the country suffer from work overload, malnutrition, and poor living conditions, says the Thai Elephant Conservation Centre.
Tiger spotting: Only 250 in Thai forests
Jon Fernquest, Published on 30/07/2012
» Spotting a tiger in Thailand's forests is getting more & more difficult as tigers disappear, but Thailand still has most tigers in Asean.
Historic royal visit
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 26/05/2012
» Tens of thousands of people flocked to see Their Majesties return to the historic Thung Makham Yong paddy field yesterday as countless thousands more watched on live television.
Labour day promises
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 02/05/2012
» At the big Labour Day gathering at Sanam Luang the PM and Deputy PM promised to fully implement the minimum wage policy and tackle the cost of living, but labour leaders asked for more.
Thai elephant day
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/03/2012
» With only 3,700 wild & 4,000 captive elephants (2,300 in 135 elephant parks) in the country, this vital part of Thai heritage urgently needs protection.