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Here's to a clean start
News, Published on 03/01/2012
» It is hard to imagine a better start to a New Year than what most of the country enjoyed. With a couple of glaring and sad exceptions, Thais celebrated the departure of an often unpleasant 2011 and a clean start to 2012/2555.
To stop the rot, first understand it
News, Published on 04/01/2012
» It's rare that I download a letter; what is more, I leave it on my desktop for reflection. That's what I did with Andrew of Chiang Mai's letter published on the last day of 2011 ("Constitution change should be an open process", Postbag, Dec 31). I suspect it must have made an equal impression on other readers.
Act to save your skin
News, Published on 07/01/2012
» We live in a youth-oriented society where the vast majority of people seek to project an attractive, wholesome image, regardless of age. For many, however, the biggest worry lies in coming to terms with the ageing process itself. Eager to ease such concerns, the cosmetics and wellness industry offers solutions and sells products designed to restore self-confidence. Teenage fads are also an important part of this market because most young people crave a distinctive "look" that will set them apart from the crowd.
A new year and a new experience
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 08/01/2012
» At my age, any new sensation tends to be an ache or a pain, but this year on New Year's Day, I was up and about at six in the morning, which was definitely a new experience. I hasten to add this wasn't because I hadn't made it to bed after a night's revelry. Admittedly in the past there have been occasions when I've seen dawn rise on Jan 1 before hitting the sack. But this was a genuine early rise and shine occasion. Some explanation is needed for this unnatural behaviour.
Witch hunt for red Joss Stick
News, Voranai Vanijaka, Published on 08/01/2012
» Hate mail and threats are the least of her worries. Being shunned by society that has forced a young girl to become persona non grata should be considered cruel and unusual punishment She had to change her name. She was turned away from three universities despite passing the entrance exams. She's hounded by the press and society. It has been more than three years, and the witch hunt continues.
Washington shifts focus
News, Published on 09/01/2012
» The United States announced last week that it was cutting the size of its military. President Barack Obama and other senior officials also announced many important new changes. Many will affect Thailand and East Asia, directly and indirectly.
Two hands that never met
Life, M. Arlene Rafiq, Published on 11/01/2012
» The breezy touch of the wind on my face put that refreshing and almost catatonic feeling of existence. It was pure total abandon without care in the world. Once in a while, it's good to be just in a simple existence with no worries of anything ... like a child. You sleep and eat and have no business to worry about or where to get the next meal or what to eat during the day. Just simple and totally relaxed living!
All eyes on a chance for change in Kim's closed North
News, Published on 11/01/2012
» The announcement of Kim Jong-un as supreme commander of the Korean People's Army is one more step in the process of Pyongyang's efforts to consolidate power as quickly as possible after the sudden death of Kim Jong-il.
Bangkok Today Columnist Phya Mai
News, Published on 12/01/2012
» Pheu Thai Party leaders must have the courage to push for constitutional amendments. This is a promise they gave voters during their campaign in last year's general election.
Prophecies, predictions no cause for panic
Life, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 16/01/2012
» New Year has come and gone, and there's still no sign of any dam exploding.