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Holy war of words at Wat Suthat as curses invoked
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 10/06/2017
» After numerous failed attempts to keep Wat Suthat Thepwararam free of stray dogs and cats the temple has ignited a firestorm on social media with its latest "solution" -- keeping them out with the invocation of curses against those who ditch or feed the animals.
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Hydrotherapy centre proves to be a boon for the elderly
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 20/05/2017
» At 81, Salee Wattanachat is well aware of the risks and unwanted complications -- some of them life-threatening -- if she undergoes joint replacement surgery to relieve the nagging pain in her knees. She decided to opt for physical therapy and aquatic exercise programmes that work to ease her discomfort.
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Two friends recall Erawan shrine bomb horror
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/05/2017
» Almost two years after the Erawan shrine blast at Ratchaprasong Intersection, Kingkan Soongyai and Khanittha Nualtaranee still remember the moment that made them and millions of Bangkok residents fearful of living in their city.
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Thailand's 'dancing grannies' show there is life after 60
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/05/2017
» New 48-hour courses for the elderly in Bangkok on subjects ranging from nutrition and legal rights to a watered-down version of tai chi shows there is life after you retire while also addressing concerns tied to having one of the world's fastest-ageing populations.
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Job gives Aunty Jum a new lease of life
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 22/04/2017
» In her late 50s, nothing could have made Kwanchanok Boonbamrung -- fondly known as Aunty Jum -- happier than being offered a job close to her home. Her cloud of depression was immediately lifted.
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City seeks waste awareness
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/04/2017
» City Hall has been sprung into action after an image of the Klong Toey canal covered in garbage drew strong public criticism.
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Panel to appraise Mahakan fort homes
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 21/03/2017
» A 10-member panel will be formed to look into the historical value of the remaining houses in the Mahakan Fort Community to determine whether they should be preserved, says a source close to City Hall.
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Dog days are over for our canine friends
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 21/01/2017
» For dog lovers, it's nice to have a local park where owners can take their four-legged friends for some off-the-lead fun. But it would be even better if owners were more responsible for their pets when they use the park.
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Klong Ladphachee residents show the way forward
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 03/12/2016
» The head of the Klong Ladphachee Community, Chaveevan Trakultum, believes community well-being is based not only on economic, social and environmental conditions but also on effective collaboration among its members.
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Auntie Muay bags friendship and a brand new lease of life
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/11/2016
» After her elder brother passed away years ago, Auntie Muay felt lonely and struggled to cover her living expenses each month. She had worked hard in a clothing factory on weekdays and as a maid at weekends.
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