Should A Woman Be Allowed to hold the office of President of the USA?

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Video: Motorist's lucky escape as "UFO" lands in front of his car!

 

 

A motorist driving on the Pathum Thani to Rangsit Road on Wednesday had a lucky escape when what appeared to a fellow driver as a "UFO" landed in front of his car.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034492-video-motorists-lucky-escape-as-ufo-lands-in-front-of-his-car/

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Video: Woman pick-up driver runs over motorcyclist but says she didn't flee the scene!

 

 

CCTV at a U-Turn showed a pick-up collide with a woman on a motorcycle and drag her along the road before seemingly fleeing the scene of the accident.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034498-video-woman-pick-up-driver-runs-over-motorcyclist-but-says-she-didnt-flee-the-scene/

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Taxis and public buses fine and dandy at Suvarnabhumi - almost

 

 

Inspectors from the Department of Land Transport swooped on Bangkok's main airport on Wednesday taking a long hard look at taxis and  public buses carrying passengers on the fourth and first floors.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034495-taxis-and-public-buses-fine-and-dandy-at-suvarnabhumi-almost/

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Jack Ma pours billions in big boost to Thai economy

By WASAMON AUDJARINT, 
ASINA PORNWASIN, 
WICHIT CHAITRONG 
THE NATION

 

PM General Prayut Chan-o-cha exchanges a warm handshake with Alibaba Group founder and executive chairman Jack Ma, who visited Thailand yesterday.

 

Investment will enable the use of digital technology to boost the competitiveness of lowincome farmers.

 

CHINESE e-commerce giant Alibaba Group has committed to invest a combined Bt11 billion in Thailand in a move that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said could benefit the country’s small farmers and rural enterprises due to the firm’s expertise in diverse technology.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034455-alibaba-group-announces-investment-plans-in-thailand/?do=findComment&comment=12909578

 

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Ombudsmen candidate rejected

By The Nation

 

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The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) turned down Paranee Leenutaphong, nominated to become ombudsman, after finding the candidate did not have the qualifications set by the constitution.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034525-ombudsmen-candidate-rejected/

 

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NLA rejects the entire list of NBTC candidates

By THE NATION 

 

 

THE National Legislative Assembly (NLA) yesterday turned down the entire list of 14 candidates contesting the seven board members of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC).

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034526-nla-rejects-the-entire-list-of-nbtc-candidates/

 

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Golf on the agenda as politicians jockey for alliances

By WASAMON AUDJARINT 
THE NATION

 

 

KEY JUNTA figures yesterday played down the gathering of Pheu Thai Party politicians at a golf course on Wednesday, denying any political significance.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034527-golf-on-the-agenda-as-politicians-jockey-for-alliances/

 

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Narathiwat native in custody; ‘no IS links’

By THE NATION

 

Security volunteers take part in capacity-building training at the Fifth Field Artillery Battalion in Songkhla province yesterday.

 

A NARATHIWAT native wanted in Malaysia in connection with allegations of involvement with the Islamic State (IS) has been arrested and is undergoing interrogation, but it is unlikely that he is linked to the terrorist group, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan said yesterday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034528-narathiwat-native-in-custody-‘no-is-links’/

 

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Court acquits seven female activists in case over campaign against gold mining company

By PRATCH RUJIVANAROM 
RACHANON CHAROONSAK 
THE NATION

 

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LOEI PROVINCIAL Court has dismissed the case against seven female activists who are being sued for their campaign against a gold mine operator’s effort to renew land usage permission on forestland.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034529-thai-court-acquits-seven-female-activists-in-case-over-campaign-against-gold-mining-company/

 

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PACC not concerned about ministry probe into officials transferred over scam

By The Nation

 

Two officials transferred out of the Khon Kaen Protection Centre for the Destitute in the wake of a corruption scandal, show up at their former workplace yesterday.

 

THE OFFICE of Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) has shrugged off the Social Development and Human Security Ministry’s decision to investigate three officials involved in a corruption scandal for only alleged minor disciplinary offences.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034530-pacc-not-concerned-about-ministry-probe-into-officials-transferred-over-scam/

 

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Panel to decide today on controversial Doi Suthep project

By PRATCH RUJIVANAROM, 
PATHINYA SRISUPAMATU 
THE NATION

 

 

A DECISION on the controversial court housing project in Doi Suthep has been postponed to today after the Court of Justice again denied access to the project site yesterday amid clamour by opposition groups to demolish all buildings that encroached on forestland.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034531-panel-to-decide-today-on-controversial-doi-suthep-project/

 

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Monks accused of embezzling state funds meant for Dhamma schools

By THE NATION

 

 

PM’s Office minister refuses to address query whether accused should resign
 

THREE MEMBERS of the Sangha Supreme Council (SSC) are facing allegations of having embezzled state funds meant for Dhamma schools. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034532-monks-accused-of-embezzling-state-funds-meant-for-dhamma-schools/

 

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4 Myanmar workers sentenced to 2-8 years for teen girl’s murder in Ranong

By Thai PBS

 

 

Four Myanmar migrant workers were handed down jail terms ranging from 2-8 years by the Ranong provincial court and Ranong juvenile court after they were found guilty of the murder of an 18-year-old Thai female student in Ranong three years ago.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034533-4-myanmar-workers-sentenced-to-2-8-years-for-teen-girl’s-murder-in-ranong/

 

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Vietnamese police seize “deadly coffee” mixed with black powder from used batteries

By Thai PBS

 

 

A family-run coffee producer in Vietnam’s Dak Nong province has been caught producing coffee mixed with harmful ingredients from used batteries, dirt and rock dust and dyed black, Tuoi Tre News daily newspaper reported.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034534-vietnamese-police-seize-“deadly-coffee”-mixed-with-black-powder-from-used-batteries/

 

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Private investors being wooed over planned marina for Samui

Captain Charlie Dwyer from Asia Pacific Superyachts says the government are now seeking interest from the private sector

By The Thaiger

 

  

Samui is looking to establish the island’s first marina and is currently looking to investors for the project in the Gulf of Thailand.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034536-private-investors-being-wooed-over-planned-marina-for-samui/

 

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Krabi wedding parade carries 2 million baht dowry

The trailers decorated with flowers carried the groom, his groom mates, families and friends

By Kritsada Mueanhawong

 

  

A parade of 6 trucks and trailers to celebrate the wedding of a local couple in Lamtab District, Krabi, drew a lot of attention from people in the area.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034539-krabi-wedding-parade-carries-2-million-baht-dowry/

 

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Ex-U.S. soldier, two others convicted of murder-for-hire plot in Philippines

By Brendan Pierson

 

Thai policemen escort Joseph Hunter, a former U.S. Army sergeant nicknamed Rambo, as he arrives at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok, Thailand on September 27, 2013. REUTERS/Chaiwat Subprasom/Files Photo

 

NEW YORK (Reuters) - A former U.S. Army sergeant and two other U.S. citizens were found guilty by a jury in Manhattan federal court on Wednesday of taking part in a plot to murder a woman in the Philippines for money, prosecutors said.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034541-ex-us-soldier-two-others-convicted-of-murder-for-hire-plot-in-philippines/

 

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Is Time Running Out for Thailand’s Elusive Election?

Impatience is growing after multiple delays.

By Erin Cook

 

BANGKOK: -- Since seizing power in 2014, the Thai junta has dangled the prospect of democratic elections promising the country a chance to make a choice – eventually.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034542-is-time-running-out-for-thailand’s-elusive-election/

 

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Saudi Arabia launches first new cinema, public showings start Friday

By Stephen Kalin

 

A woman poses at Saudi Arabia's first commercial movie theater in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia April 18, 2018. REUTERS/Faisal Al Nasser

 

RIYADH (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia launched its first commercial movie theatre on Wednesday, ending a nearly 40-year ban on cinemas under a push by the crown prince to modernize the deeply conservative Muslim kingdom.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034545-saudi arabia-launches-first-new-cinema-public-showings-start-friday/

 

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Cuba's new president vows to defend legacy of Castro revolution

By Sarah Marsh and Nelson Acosta

 

Newly elected Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel (L) reacts as former Cuban President Raul Castro raises his hand during the National Assembly in Havana, Cuba, April 19, 2018. REUTERS/Adalberto Roque/Pool via Reuters

 

HAVANA (Reuters) - Cuba's new president, Miguel Diaz-Canel, began his term on Thursday with a promise to defend the socialist revolution led by the Castro brothers since 1959, giving a sober speech that also emphasized the need to modernize the island's economy.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034546-cubas-new-president-vows-to-defend-legacy-of-castro-revolution/

 

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Judge questions Trump ex-campaign chief's bid to dismiss all charges

By Sarah N. Lynch

 

Paul Manafort, former campaign manager for U.S. President Donald Trump, departs after a hearing at U.S. District Court in Washington, DC, U.S., April 19, 2018. REUTERS/Brian Snyder

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A U.S. judge expressed scepticism on Thursday toward a bid by President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman to get a raft of charges dismissed, while a prosecutor said Paul Manafort was suspected of being a campaign "back channel" to Russia.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034547-judge-questions-trump-ex-campaign-chiefs-bid-to-dismiss-all-charges/

 

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Africa's last absolute monarch renames Swaziland as 'eSwatini'

 

FILE PHOTO - Swaziland King Mswati III addresses the 72nd United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York, U.S., September 20, 2017. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson

 

MBABANE (Reuters) - Swaziland's King Mswati III, Africa's last absolute monarch, said on Thursday he was officially renaming the country as the Kingdom of eSwatini.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034548-africas-last-absolute-monarch-renames swaziland as-eswatini/

 

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Britain's Queen Elizabeth backs her son Charles to take on Commonwealth role

 

Britain's Queen Elizabeth stands with Prince Charles during the State Opening of Parliament in central London Britain June 21, 2017. REUTERS/Stefan Rousseau/Pool

 

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s Queen Elizabeth said on Thursday she hoped her son and heir Prince Charles would take on leadership of the Commonwealth, answering some who argue the position should be rotated around member states.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034549-britains-queen-elizabeth-backs-her-son-charles-to-take-on-commonwealth-role/

 

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Netizens Side With Farang Youtuber Wronged By Airport Taxi

By Asaree Thaitrakulpanich, Staff Reporter

 

Daniel Lee McGee, known online as Danny Mac, in a video posted Tuesday in which he details his encounter with taxi driver Thongkham Srakaew.

 

BANGKOK — It’s an age-old tale: Boy lands at airport, boy meets taxi, taxi rips off boy.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034550-netizens-side-with-farang-youtuber-wronged-by-airport-taxi/

 

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Two Chinese tourists hurt as branches come crashing down on Koh Chang "song thaew"

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Two Chinese tourists were injured when branches from a tree fell onto the roof of a song thaew parked by the roadside in Koh Chang, Trat.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034555-two-chinese-tourists-hurt-as-branches-come-crashing-down-on-koh-chang-song-thaew/

 

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Supreme Court allows Alabama to execute 83-year-old inmate

 

Death row inmate and convicted pipe bomb killer Walter Moody, scheduled to be executed at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama, U.S. on April 19, 2018, is seen in this undated Alabama Department of Corrections photo. Alabama Department of Corrections/Handout via REUTERS

 

(Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday denied last-minute appeals to spare the life of an 83-year-old convicted killer, clearing the path for Alabama's execution of a man who would be the oldest inmate put to death in the modern era of U.S. capital punishment.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034557-us-supreme-court-allows-alabama-to-execute-83-year-old-inmate/

 

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U.S. Senate committee to vote on bill to protect Mueller next week

 

Special Counsel Robert Mueller (R) departs after briefing members of the U.S. Senate on his investigation into potential collusion between Russia and the Trump campaign on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., June 21, 2017. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts/Files

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The leader of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee said on Thursday the committee would vote on a bill to protect Robert Mueller, the special counsel appointed to investigate Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. election, despite objections by the chamber's Republican leadership.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034558-us-senate-committee-to-vote-on-bill-to-protect-mueller-next-week/

 

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Video: Water fun from morning to night as Pattaya Wan Lai celebration in full swing

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

Thai Rath reported that Wan Lai celebrations in Pattaya continued on Beach Road and Sai 2 from 8am until 8pm.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034561-video-water-fun-from-morning-to-night-as-pattaya-wan-lai-celebration-in-full-swing/

 

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Another needless death from selfishness! But still no arrest as car blocks ambulance path

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

The heart patient in the ambulance blocked in by a white car has died.

 

Footage posted online earlier this week showed the car in front refusing to pull over despite there being space on the left.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034562-another-needless-death-from-selfishness-but-still-no-arrest-as-car-blocks-ambulance-path/

 

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U.S. Senate's 'first baby' on hand for confirmation vote

By Richard Cowan

 

A little history was made in Washington on Thursday - little in the form of a newborn who became the first baby ever to appear on the floor of the U.S. Senate during a vote. A swaddled 11-day-old Maile Pearl Bowlsbey arrived on the floor of the chamber carried by her mother, Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth. 

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A little history was made in Washington on Thursday - little in the form of a newborn who became the first baby ever to appear on the floor of the U.S. Senate during a vote.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1034564-us-senator-tammy-duckworth-makes-history-casts-vote-with-baby-on-senate-floor/