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Bangkok’s parks are getting a new lease on life
BitesizeBKK, Published on 14/01/2026
» Lately, we’ve been noticing a subtle shift across Bangkok’s sprawling urban parks. The city’s green spaces are no longer just for early-morning joggers or weekend tai chi sessions. From interactive playgrounds designed with children in mind to dedicated areas where dogs can roam freely, Bangkok’s parks are becoming more social, inclusive, and reflective of how city dwellers actually live today.
Rare woman yakuza on path to redemption in Japan
AFP, Published on 16/10/2025
» GIFU — A missing fingertip offers a clue to Mako Nishimura's criminal past as one of Japan's few women yakuza. But after clawing her way out of the underworld, she now spends her days helping other retired gangsters reintegrate into society.
Warm and witty whodunnit
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 12/09/2025
» Fans of whodunnit murder mystery will be delighted to hear that Netflix has finally given us an adaptation of Richard Osman's best-selling novel The Thursday Murder Club, reimagined in the form of a movie. This adaptation is a fun, cosy and poignant little puzzle -- an engaging mix of heart, sorrow, humour and late-life epiphanies.
Creating an inclusive workplace
Life, Published on 23/08/2023
» In a globalised workplace, diverse and inclusive practices can empower employees and enhance their creativity and productivity, which can contribute to the company's growth and success. UOB, the multinational banking corporation, has a visionary workforce. At UOB Thailand, more than 60% of senior management positions are female employees. Moreover, in terms of nationality, UOB Thailand has 10 nationalities working together including Thai, Singaporean, American, Indian, Malaysian, Australian, Filipino, European, Chinese and Japanese. With its diversity and inclusive policies, every employee can equally join activities and the benefits provided by the bank and they are also welcome to share their thoughts and feedback for making UOB a better workplace.
Tourists in Hong Kong rejoice after amber health code axed
South China Morning Post, Published on 14/12/2022
» Tourists on Wednesday rejoiced over Hong Kong dropping its amber health code which had restricted their freedom of movement around the city, but a travel industry leader forecast only a small uptick in visitor numbers during the coming holiday season.
Move over Kim K, auntie has arrived
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 18/07/2022
» Nikom Tongpitak, a retired teacher, lives in Ubon Ratchathani far from his grandchildren. In order to maintain his relationship with the little ones during the Covid-19 pandemic, the 73-year-old launched a YouTube channel Kuy Kan Lan Pu (translated as Grandpa Chats With Grandchildren) where he hosts the programme with his grandkids.
Health expo to showcase innovation
Life, Published on 16/03/2022
» After several delays due to the pandemic, the first "Thailand International Health Expo" will be held both online and in-person, at the Royal Paragon Hall, 5th floor of Siam Paragon, daily from 10am to 8pm, from tomorrow to Sunday.
Long-stay visa becomes sole enticement
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Kanana Katharangsiporn and Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 02/02/2022
» The government has vowed to woo affluent foreigners for lengthy stays, specifically aiming for the wealthy, retirees, remote workers and experts, with the aim of boosting the economy and investment in the country.
One, two, three! The Japanese stretch routine performed by millions
AFP, Published on 02/07/2021
» TOKYO: It might not make the cut for Olympians at Tokyo 2020, but each day in Japan's parks, schools and offices millions perform the country's most popular stretching routine: radio taiso.
Meet China's elderly influencers cashing in on the internet
AFP, Published on 12/05/2021
» BEIJING: Exquisitely garbed in a traditional cheongsam dress, 76-year-old Sang Xiuzhu is one of an unlikely vanguard of elderly influencers storming Chinese social media with videos of glamour in the golden years.