Today, The Nation, Reuters, and others across the globe, from South Africa to Scotland, are carrying quizzical stories about a Thai regulatory decision to ban an “ambiguous, boastful and provocative” condom brand. The brand is named after a popular singer who uses the stage name “Tom Dundee”. An unusual mix of sex and bureaucracy, this story is rapidly gathering international media steam.
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The Cultural Guardians and the Condom Brand
August 9th, 2006 by Nicholas Farrelly · 1 Comment
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High Himalayan Prince, Low Price Souvenir
August 9th, 2006 by Nicholas Farrelly · 3 Comments
Back in June, you will recall that many foreign royals joined the Thai monarchy, and Thailand’s grateful people, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of His Majesty the King’s coronation. Among the most prominent royal visitors was His Royal Highness Jigme Khesar Namgyal Wangchuck, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Bhutan, and a youthful roving ambassador [...]
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