Yet Another Sad Propaganda Ballad for Juntaland
Music nurtures the soul, except when it's pathetic propaganda.
Can We Talk About Thai-Style ‘Democracy?’
At what point is Thai democracy no longer democracy?
Thai Law: Secrets to Surviving the New Inheritance Tax
There are enormous tax breaks provided by the government. The problem is most people are completely unaware of them. Take the new inheritance tax...
Cheat, Murderer, Idiot and Thug
All political leaders have lovers who support them come what may and haters who deride them no matter what they do. Here we shall focus on what the haters say. Why? Because it’s more fun that way.
Opinion: Thais Should Fear the Danger of Pandemic’s New Normal
The end of the coronavirus pandemic is nowhere in sight, yet the New Normal of lives and politics in Thailand is already here.
Opinion: Named and Shamed, Thailand Locked in Deep Denial
Juntaland earned another ignoble distinction last week when the United Nations named Thailand among 38 “shameful” nations that carry out reprisals or intimidate ...
Opinion: Why Hasn’t the Greta Thunberg Effect Hit Thailand?
Why do some people feel so threatened by Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg?
Opinion: CIA Agents in Thailand, Please Raise Your Hand
It’s CIA-spotting season in Thailand. The latest conspiracy theory has it that one was spotted, or exposed, in Khon Kaen province.
Thais, Passports and Struggles at Immigration
Imagine the scene. An overweight and intimidating-looking LAX officer painfully scrutinizes the papers handed over by the tiny Asian lady. Glancing up, he matches the face to the passport. Looking down, he checks his screen’s blacklist.
Opinion: Coronavirus Shows Thai Gov’t Doesn’t Trust Its Citizens
Whether you agree with this latest policy and the government’s advice to Thais abroad not to return home just yet, it reveals the government’s lack of faith in the people.
