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In an exciting revelation from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), it seems the spirit of health and fitness has truly captured the hearts of Bangkokians. Throughout 2024, the city’s sports facilities witnessed upwards of 11 million visits—a remarkable 17% increase from the previous year. This welcomed surge was officially announced on a vibrant Wednesday afternoon, creating a buzz among sports enthusiasts and city officials alike. Fanning the flames of this active revolution is Mr. Aekvarunyoo Amrapala, the BMA’s spirited spokesperson. He emphasized that the city has made it a mission to reshape public spaces into vibrant hubs of exercise, relaxation, and creative activities. This initiative caters to the Bangkok populace in all their diversity—stretching from spry youngsters to venerable elders. “In 2024, the BMA boldly invested over 490 million baht to spruce up sports pitches, centres, and public leisure areas,” declared Mr. Aekvarunyoo, clearly brimming with enthusiasm. “The public’s response…

A bustling metropolis like Bangkok never sleeps, and neither do the ambitious infrastructure projects aimed at bolstering its urban appeal. Aekvarunyoo Amrapala, the ever-eloquent spokesperson for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), recently dropped some news that’s poised to change the cityscape. Imagine this: a state-of-the-art covered walkway project, seamlessly blending modern convenience with urban aesthetics, all orchestrated to accommodate the Metropolitan Electricity Authority’s (MEA) magnum opus of underground cable conduit installations. It’s the perfect marriage of progress and practicality. The brainchild of the BMA’s Department of Public Works and the Urban Design and Development Centre (UDDC), this monumental covered walkway endeavor isn’t new to the drawing board. After years of planning, the initiative is finally taking its first confident strides as a pilot scheme unfurls along South Sathorn Road. Picture a 1.6-kilometre stretch, effortlessly connecting the hustle and bustle of MRT Lumphini Station to the lofty heights of Chong Nonsi…

At an event that could rival any high-stakes, nail-biting political thriller, the much-anticipated Senate election finale was witnessed by aspirants waiting anxiously to vote within their ranks at the Impact Forum in Muang Thong Thani. This iconic showdown, held in June last year, remains a vivid memory for many (especially after being captured in a sensational file photo by Varuth Hirunyatheb). But wait, the plot thickens. The Department of Special Investigation’s (DSI) special cases board apparently holds the cards on a potential investigation into claims of collusion during the Senate election, a decision that Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong hinted could be revealed this coming Thursday. It’s as gripping as a whodunnit, with the board, helmed by none other than Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, having pushed back its decision for a closer look—talk about building suspense! With Pol Col Tawee playing coy about possible outcomes, he did tease a breadcrumb…

In the vibrant heart of Udon Thani’s Isaan province, a disturbing incident recently unfolded that could easily rival the most nail-biting thriller. Picture this: a typical day turned perilous when a local teacher, Nachanok Intasang, fell victim to a horrifying event. Her story, which she courageously shared on Facebook, serves as a chilling warning and a testament to quick thinking and bravery. It all began on a seemingly ordinary Saturday, March 1, when Nachanok decided to visit a photocopy shop for some mundane document duplication. As she stepped inside, she unknowingly entered a trap. She handed her documents to the shop owner, a man now under heavy scrutiny, and took a seat while waiting. Like any of us, she occupied herself with her phone, though the atmosphere quickly shifted. Something was amiss, and her instincts tingled. In a move that seemed reminiscent of a suspenseful movie plot, the shop owner,…

On a buzzing Monday morning, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, flanked by her entourage of ministers, majestically strode into the cabinet meeting room at Government House, ready to tackle what would surely be another day full of spirited debates and decisions. As flashbulbs popped and photographers clicked furiously to capture her every move, one couldn’t help but marvel at the whirlwind of political theatrics enveloping the scene. The illustrious halls of government vibrated with purpose—an arena where real change was, or at least should be, made. Adding a delightful twist to this political potpourri, a government spokesman, the ever-droll Jirayu Houngsub, casually brushed off the recent poll results published by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida). As can be expected in the cut-throat world of politics, the Nida poll was less than flattering. It declared that a majority of Thais voiced their discontent with the government’s handling of various issues,…