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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.
From teacher to farmer (updated with slideshow)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 28/07/2013
» One of the first students I met when I arrived at Nakorn Si Thammarat Teachers’ College in 1968 was Chamnong Srithara. Now, retired from the teaching profession, Chamnong has taken up a new career. Here is his story. (Go to the bottom for a video slideshow.)
Palm oil farmers reopen roads to South
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 20/12/2012
» Traffic to and from the South is moving freely again after palm oil farmer reached a short-term agreement with government officials.
Bangkok pawn shops: alive and well
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 30/04/2012
» The neighbourhood pawnshop, where residents can get loans in exchange for valuables, is still doing a very good business in Bangkok.
“Sinning” gets more expensive
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 22/08/2012
» New taxes are driving the up the cost of bad habits like smoking and drinking, increasing government revenue, but probably not having a major effect on consumption.
Learn Thai: 3G auction criticised
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 25/10/2012
» You've read about the 3G auction in English; here is a Thai version. It's not easy, but well worth a try.
Focus on "real issues"
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 02/03/2011
» Economic issues, not political, should dominate upcoming no-confidence debate, Rosana says.
Vendors complain of fierce, unfair competition
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 16/01/2012
» High rents and unfair competition from traders who pay virtually no rent at all are making life difficult for many licensed tenants at Chatuchak Market.
Bangkok Bike Map
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 26/11/2012
» Cyclists who are not quite brave enough for Bangkok's main streets have safer choices. A new book points the way.
US astronaut Neil Armstrong dead at 82
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 27/08/2012
» The first man to set foot on the moon, renowned US astronaut Neil Armstrong, has died, his family announced, prompting glowing tributes to his achievements and notably humble character.