There's still a smile behind the masksVenturing into central Bangkok these days is bit of a weird experience with nearly everyone, Thais and foreigners alike, understandably wearing face masks as protection from the double threat of caronavirus and dust pollution. The City of Angels is transforming into the City of Masks, but it is encouraging that people are taking the situation seriously. However, it is a strange feeling being in the Land of Smiles but not seeing many grins, owing to the masks. The V masks, inspired by the film "V For Vendetta", otherwise known as Guy Fawkes masks, were particularly popular, but wouldn't be much use in the present situation. But in Singapore, the Straits Times recently carried a headline which read "Don't Wear Face Masks If You Are Well".

Source: Bangkok Post February 08, 2020 21:33 UTC