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Pavements must be safe
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/05/2024
» About two weeks ago, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) launched a project to upgrade the city's footpaths. The plan is to start the work along 16 routes which bisect the city's busiest areas, before improving some 1,000 kilometres of pavements across the city.
Govt pulls through with Songkran fest
Editorial, Published on 21/04/2024
» Peak celebrations for the Songkran holiday this year may have passed, but there are already a few refreshing signs lingering in the aftermath of the festivities.
Save children from toy pods
Oped, Editorial, Published on 06/04/2024
» The news about "toy pods" -- a new type of e-cigarette that is proving popular among young students -- might be quite shocking for parents. The lukewarm reaction from the government is more shocking still.
Neutral safety body needed
Oped, Editorial, Published on 02/04/2024
» Another accident on Wednesday is a reminder for drivers in Bangkok that they have a new risk to heed. On top of Rama II Road's reputation for multiple accidents caused by construction sites, drivers must now watch out for danger from above as they drive below the structure of the Yellow Line monorail service.
Air quality vs tradition
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/02/2024
» Over the past few years, government agencies have tried, with limited success, to convince worshippers to stop burning incense during Chinese New Year in Thailand.
BKK -- by the people
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/01/2024
» The latest update of the plan to rezone Bangkok has clearly put governor Chadchart Sittipunt in an uncomfortable position.
Make safety a priority
Oped, Editorial, Published on 26/12/2023
» The past weekend saw the festive spirit return to Bangkok, although the collective mood might have been merrier had there not been reports of two accidents at city train construction sites.
Don't take quakes lightly
Oped, Editorial, Published on 24/11/2023
» Thai society responds to earthquakes with knee-jerk reactions but with flash-in-the-pan attention given.
Bribery on the roads?
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/11/2023
» At a glance, the collapse of a section of road near Soi Sukhumvit 64/1 on Wednesday that nearly swallowed up a loaded lorry could be just another accident beyond anyone's control. But at a closer look, the mishap, which is the second of its type in less than a week, could have something to do with long-standing bribery issues in the transport sector.
Loy Krathong challenges
Oped, Editorial, Published on 09/11/2023
» The Srettha Thavisin government, together with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and local administration agencies, are hoping the forthcoming Loy Krathong festival will help stimulate the economy ahead of the New Year.