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Cramped booths bar access at polling stations
News, Published on 09/02/2026
» NONTHABURI: A social worker has raised concerns over persistent accessibility problems at polling stations, saying cramped voting booths continue to hinder wheelchair users and voters with disabilities despite improvements by the Election Commission (EC).
Voting booths ’too small’ for wheelchair users, says social worker
Online Reporters, Published on 08/02/2026
» NONTHABURI - A social worker has highlighted ongoing accessibility problems at local polling stations, saying the cramped booths continue to make it difficult for wheelchair users and others with disabilities to cast their ballots.
Supreme Court orders red-shirt ‘Jeng Dokjik’ jailed for 5 years
Online Reporters, Published on 20/01/2026
» The Supreme Court on Tuesday sentenced Yoswaris Chuklom, also known by his stage name Jeng Dokjik, to five years and four months in prison for multiple charges arising from the red-shirt rallies seeking to oust then-prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva in 2010.
Disability groups warn of barriers to fair voting ahead of election
Online Reporters, Published on 11/01/2026
» Local disability organisations are concerned that next month's general election will not allow people with disabilities to vote on an equal footing, citing poor access to policy information, inadequate voting aids and confusion surrounding the planned use of a coloured-coded ballot paper.
Tham Luang hero bedridden after accident sends well-wishes to fellow rescuers
Panumet Tanraksa, Published on 12/10/2025
» CHIANG MAI — One of the unsung heroes of the 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue, Suratin Chaichomphu, known affectionately as “Khwan the Driller”, has been bedridden for months following a motorcycle accident that left him paralysed.
One Bangkok Unveils a Vision of ‘A City Always Ready’
Published on 23/09/2025
» In an era where urban living poses a myriad of challenges, the pursuit of an "ideal city" capable of comprehensively meeting every need and adapting to constant change has become paramount. This sentiment resonates with the Global Liveability Index 2025 report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which highlights that leading cities such as Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich consistently share a common thread: 'comprehensive quality of life.' This encompasses safety and security, health, environment, education, cost of living and robust infrastructure – all critical factors reflecting sustainable living. The pertinent question for a metropolis like Bangkok is: where can one find a place that delivers such a world-class living experience?
Saen Saep walkway hits the sweet spot
News, Pitchayangkul Wongjanakool, Published on 21/07/2025
» Bangkok is getting a 47.5 kilometre long walkway and bicycle path along the Saen Saep Canal to connect commuters not only to public transport, but to one another.
Wheelchair-bound monk rescued from roadside canal
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 02/07/2025
» NONTHABURI – A one-legged monk was rescued from a roadside canal after his electric wheelchair ran off the road when he was returning to the temple from his morning alms round.
Fugitive monk surrenders in temple fund case after 7 years on run
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 05/06/2025
» A fugitive former assistant abbot of Wat Samphanthawong in Bangkok has returned from Germany and surrendered in connection with a temple fund embezzlement case, seven years after fleeing Thailand.
KMITL Unveils ‘7 Inspirations’ Media Project for Inclusion
Published on 04/06/2025
» King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) held a press conference to advance its “Creative Media Innovation for Disability Social Communication: 7 INSPIRATIONS (Phase 3)” project – funded for fiscal year 2025 by the Fund for the Promotion and Development of the Quality of Life of Persons with Disabilities, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security. The event took place at the Professor Prasom Rungsirojorn Auditorium, Faculty of Architecture, Art and Design, KMITL.