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The visible threat
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/02/2025
» Late last month, Bangkok was ranked as the fourth most polluted city in the world, according to IQAir. The air quality index (AQI) in Bangkok reached 188 and PM2.5 was as high as 108 µg/m³, indicating unhealthy air quality.
Championing sustainable solutions
Life, Published on 12/07/2023
» El Niño. Drought. Wildfire. Massive flooding. Pollution. Water shortage. Loss of biodiversity. Environmental issues are endless and they pose a real threat not just in Thailand but around the world.
An escape to another world
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/12/2022
» The weather seemed erratic and wasn't as it should be due to global warming. According to the Meteorological Department, Thailand entered the winter season at the end of October, however, rain clouds continued to spread across the country before the department verified that winter would arrive later than expected.
Community ke y to controlling 'C'
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 28/07/2022
» Viral hepatitis -- a liver inflammation caused by a viral infection -- is a global challenge. It is estimated by the World Health Organisation (WHO) that over 1 million deaths are caused by chronic hepatitis B and C infections per year.
Change is in the air
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 10/02/2021
» As the Lunar New Year approaches, ethnic Chinese in Thailand are learning to curtail the tradition of burning paper and incense sticks to prevent hazardous emissions as PM2.5 pollution endangers the country.
Mövenpick Resort Khao Yai
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 10/12/2020
» Situated on a 1,300 rai plot of land on the fringes of Khao Yai National Park, this property was added to the portfolio of Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts last month after being rebranded from My Ozone Khao Yai.
Double trouble
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 30/11/2020
» In the dry winter months, it is not just the fear of Covid-19 but also the menacing presence of particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5) -- hazardous fine-dust particles that measure 2.5 micrometres or less in diameter and affect the human respiratory system -- that the public has to contend with.
Safety first for holiday getaways
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 24/06/2020
» After months of business suspension due to Covid-19, several hotels and resorts have resumed operation, and many more are soon to follow suit. Various promotions with special benefits are being offered to draw guests, and income, back to the properties. Still, despite immense travel cravings, a great many people may still feel uncomfortable to sleep at someplace other than home, and thus reluctant to take advantage of the opportunity.
Frontline tech takes on Covid-19
Life, Story: Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 05/05/2020
» Brighter smiles can now be seen on the faces of all Thais as daily new Covid-19 cases come down to single digits.
Making merit in time of crisis
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 20/04/2020
» Despite the soft lockdown and home-isolation measures in place, Siriruk Tientong does not hesitate to leave the house. Her mission is clear: to donate blood -- an activity the office worker has been engaged in regularly for the past four years.