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German fest for charity
Life, Alfred Tha Hla, Published on 31/01/2012
» The Year of the Dragon marks the 150th anniversary of Thai-German diplomatic relations and the "Fest der Deutschen 2011" gala dinner charity event will be the first activity to kick-start this auspicious occasion.
Serving society
Life, Xiangyang Tang, Published on 08/03/2012
» Mark Butters, president of the Rotary Club of Bangkok South (RCBS), has hit a purple patch. In the year past everything seems to have gone his way, notably last September when he became father to twin boys, and he feels that 2012 is going to be another exceptional year for him as well as his organisation.
Tsunami recovery must be matched in mind
Life, Published on 19/03/2012
» In the year past the tsunami-ravaged coastline of Japan's northeast has undergone a clean-up never seen before in history for its sheer scale and speed. From Ishinomaki to Shiogama, Shichigahama to Kesennuma, the landscape has been drastically altered as Japan presses on with the world's costliest disaster recovery to date.
Green, green heart of health
Life, Published on 09/10/2012
» Corporate social responsibility is not a new idea in Thailand or elsewhere around the world. Some private companies spend millions of baht each year building schools and libraries, digging artesian wells, building roads, and donating computers to needy students. Others may come up with a more creative approach to stand out from the rest.
Continuing compassion
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 23/10/2012
» The legendary forest conservationist Seub Nakhasathien was known for his unstinting efforts to save and protect wildlife in Huay Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary, which was declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) in 1991 and is spread over Kanchanaburi, Tak and Uthai Thani provinces. His suicide from stress over failing to save wild animals 22 years ago shocked Thailand, but his good name and crusade remain in the hearts of many today.
Julian Lennon launches photo exhibit in Miami
AFP Relax News, Published on 06/12/2012
» Julian Lennon -- the oldest son of the voice of the Beatles -- will exhibit a new collection of his melancholy photographs, called "Alone," at a prestigious art show to raise money for his charity.
Ministry plans cheap care for migrant kids
News, Published on 01/03/2013
» Migrant labourers will be required to buy healthcare packages for their children under a Public Health Ministry bid to deal with health problems and the spread of infectious diseases.
Videogame power harnessed for positive goals
AFP Relax News, Published on 18/03/2013
» Even as videogames come under scrutiny for potential harmful impacts, researchers and developers are touting digital games for positive effects on health, learning and other social goals.
The interpretation of dreams
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 24/06/2013
» Masiri Anamarn grew up with a passion to make society better. It's in her blood, she says, as her father, Chaisiri Anamarn, worked tirelessly as Thai ambassador in other countries, and his commitment inspired her to do something for her country as well.
Giving hope to the hopeless
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 19/08/2014
» Although he now thinks it was probably the best decision he ever made, when Opart Ongwandee signed up for a post in the World Food Programme's IT department 10 years ago, he had no idea that the job would so completely transform his existence.