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Thailand’s Shadow Education

The metaphor came about after these classes began mimicking the mainstream school system. If a new curriculum or new exam is introduced in the education system, it also shows up in these private tutoring schools.

INA House Indigenous Asia: A hidden cultural gem

Located on the Ping river near the Nawarat branch of Rimping Supermarket, the centre is not only for locals, but welcomes all who wish to come and explore the intriguing cultures of indigenous people in Asia, while at the same time offering a place to support those indigenous people through selling their wares.

The Quiet War Against Kratom: Thailand’s Failed War on Drugs and the Traditional Herb that may Help to Fix It

In response to the failed drug policies, the Justice Ministry announced that it was planning to decriminalise three of the most common drugs within Thailand. Of course marijuana and meth have always been central subjects in the drug policy conversation — but what about kratom?

Rejuvenate All Over

Take the week off and spend a few days pampering yourself both inside and out. Check in a hotel, float in a salt water spa and escape to the rainforest for a good food lunch.

The Sweetest Desserts of Nimmanhaemin

Are you Nimman dwellers craving some sugar? Is your instagram feed looking a little stale? We’ve found seven desserts that are a treat for your palate and for your eyes.

Editorial: May 2018

It is these people who shout “J’accuse!” at every mockery and who demand retribution following every slight, be they uber-liberal activists or Islamic fundamentalists, who do us all a disservice.

Absolute Health Chiang Mai

Chelation therapy is a detoxicate treatment removing heavy metal that is poison to the body. The therapy has been proven to be beneficial for various diseases including heart disease, stroke, cancer, and many illnesses.

Scrabble

During his four decades of life, the American author Edgar Allan Poe penned more than sixty tales and seventy poems as well as one play, two novels and a handful of essays and pamphlets — but only one tale amongst these would go on to inspire what would eventually become one of the best-selling board games of all time.

Meat and Veg

Every meal needs a fair share of meat and veg. So if you span it out over a day, who cares if one meal is just meat and another is all greens!

Ocare

All you need to do is register and make an appointment online or through their app, and then a professional nurse will visit you at your home or place of work to take blood, stool, and urine samples, as well as check your blood pressure and other things if necessary.

Moving Forward: Smith Skjolaas, the 13th Junior Dublin Literary Awards Northern Region Runner-up

Citylife Chiang Mai and The Nation organised this year’s northern region’s contest for the 13th Junior Dublin Literary Awards for Thailand this year, with an essay subject ‘moving forward’ that inspired and captivated many amazing writers from all walks of life.

Daddy’s Antique

For many, food brings us a lifetime of joy. When we come together as friends to discover an exciting new restaurant, ordering too much food just so we can share and critique. When we feel special and want to be treated and wowed by something we know has been painstakingly created. When we travel and discover a new foodscape in a foreign land. When tired from school and dad makes the perfect dinner … Continued

Return to Roots

The last few generations have seen an exodus of people from mountains, jungles, islands, farms and rural areas heading into cities seeking opportunities. Only a few decades ago the vast population of Thailand lived outside cities, often in remote areas with substandard education, health, infrastructure and with little chance for betterment. Interestingly a report by UNESCO revealed that while 50% … Continued

Lampang’s Farang Firefighter

Every single day during the burning season, a 55 year old Australian man disappears into Lampang’s forests in search of fire. Armed only with a leaf blower, some fireproof overalls and a few survival tools. Tall, balding and white, often looks out of place as he treks through the jungle, he often for hours on end, heading towards a small plume of smoke rising above the dry canopies.

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Mon 2nd Mar

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Helicopter deployed over Doi Tao as 28 hotspots light up this morning

Mon 2nd Mar

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Toyota Lanna wins third national award

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Man sneaks into Chiang Mai hostel, sleeps and cooks while posing as guest

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City groups call for action against graffiti as Chiang Mai pushes for World Heritage status

Fri 27th Feb

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Official launch of 24 hour patrol after possible tiger sighting reported in Doi Inthanon area

Fri 27th Feb

Officials investigate tiger sighting reports in Doi Inthanon, deploy drones and round-the-clock patrols. Authorities have launched a multi-agency investigation into reported tiger sightings within Doi Inthanon National Park, following accounts from residents of encountering a large stripe-patterned animal and a series of livestock attacks in the area. Krissayam Kongsatri, Director of Protected Are … Continued

Chef Tim Butler × Chef Prince: A Rare Gastronomic Collaboration at Lumi

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Large animal killed three cattle in Doi Inthanon, villagers suspect tiger 

Tue 24th Feb

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