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Domestic abuse fails to stir public ire
News, Sanitsuda Ekachai, Published on 15/10/2014
» The video clip of rock singer Seksan Sukpimai or Sek Loso slapping the face of his wife Wipakorn in front of their house and their daughter went viral this week and became the talk of the town. If you expected to see overwhelming public condemnation of his violent outburst, then you're in for a big disappointment.
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'War on ivory' will fail
News, Published on 15/10/2014
» An unintentional dispute has broken out between two groups who have precisely the same aim. The foreign group has demanded a total ban on ivory. Under its plan, all stocks would be seized, all shops would be immediately shuttered, and all trade would be automatically illegal. The Thai group wants to strengthen oversight, tighten regulations and increase penalties. It wants to supervise a small, legal ivory trade. Neither plan will work.
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US domestic politics stalls replacement of Kenney
News, Pavin Chachavalpongpun, Published on 15/10/2014
» Kristie Kenney, former US ambassador to Bangkok, bade farewell to Thailand and is on her way back to Washington DC. She held the position for much longer than the normal three-year term, raising questions of whether there might be internal political problems in the United States.
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Creating an urban oasis
Life, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 15/10/2014
» Andrew Grant is right — Bangkok, he said, seems to lack a strong public idea about landscape. The renowned landscape architect's work have trailblazed and inspired environmental sustainability, incorporating the fundamentals of ecological planting, biodiversity and water use. Grant was recently in town as a guest lecturer at Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Architecture.
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Colonial cultureat your fingertips
Life, Sasiwimon Boonruang, Published on 15/10/2014
» Much of the architecture in Southeast Asian countries has been enormously influenced by European styles. Visitors to Indochina, for example, get to appreciate French heritage sites, while British colonial character can be seen in Myanmar. Some of the most interesting examples of European architecture, however, can be seen in Thailand.
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Digital economy draws scepticism
Business, Published on 15/10/2014
» The government's digital economy policy has drawn scepticism from industry experts who doubt Thailand is ready for the hyper-connected world.
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State cash casts a shadow on media reform
News, Published on 15/10/2014
» Political interference in the media has long been a worrying issue for society. In Thailand, the government still holds a tight grip over free television channels as well as radio stations.
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A moment of selfie-reflection with the Mona Lisa
Life, Karnjana Karnjanatawe, Published on 15/10/2014
» What would you do if you came across a superstar? You might quickly grab your phone from your pocket and snap his or her photo. But what if the superstar is not a real, breathing person — what if she's the Mona Lisa?
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Canon Limited Edition Linda Camera Bag
Life, Thakrit Rungreungthanja, Published on 15/10/2014
» The box shaped Linda Camera Bag has been exclusively designed by Stella McCartney to house the Canon EOS 100D White, the world's smallest DSLR. Named after her mother, a photographer, the bag doubles as a sophisticated everyday handbag featuring an adjustable strap. Functional without compromising on style and true to her vegetarian philosophy, it is cruelty free, crafted with an innovative Eco Alter Nappa leather alternative, which uses natural vegetable oil coating that is less harmful to the environment. The limited edition Linda Camera Bag complete with EOS 100D White will be available next month. Visit canon.co.uk/stellamccartney for more.
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Thais agree to foreign observers
News, Published on 15/10/2014
» Thailand has agreed in principle to allow a team of observers from Britain and Myanmar to observe judicial procedures in the Koh Tao murder case, which has sparked a barrage of media criticism in both countries.
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