webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Gang of six arrested selling fake North Korean banknotes in Pattaya Picture: Sanook A sting operation conducted by Chonburi provincial police netted six Thai suspects and 43 million won in fake North Korean notes. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054552-gang-of-six-arrested-selling-fake-north-korean-banknotes-in-pattaya/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Don Mueang airport to build 1,000 more toilets By The Nation FILE photo Don Mueang International Airport is to build an additional 1,000 toilets to cope with rising number of passengers, the airport’s general manager said. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054559-don-mueang-airport-to-build-1000-more-toilets/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Corrupt traffic police to be sacked, named and shamed, says top cop Picture: Daily News The senior policeman tasked with the reform of penalties and procedures for driving offences has told the Thai media of yet more plans for the future. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054560-corrupt-traffic-police-to-be-sacked-named-and-shamed-says-top-cop/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Airport Rail Link to install passenger guard rails next month By The Nation FILE photo The Airport Rail Link will start installing passenger guard rails at all seven stations next month, its managing director said Monday. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054561-airport-rail-link-to-install-passenger-guard-rails-next-month/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Pha-Ngan Full Moon party still popular, district chief affirms By The Nation Picture: Channel 3 More than 10,000 foreign tourists joined the popular Full Moon Party on Koh Pha-Ngan late Sunday night and the early hours of Monday under the watchful eye of security officials, the Pha-Ngan district chief said. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054563-koh-pha-ngan-full-moon-party-still-popular-district-chief-affirms/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Murderer arrested after seeing red at Pattaya snooker hall Picture: Manager Online Crime Suppression Division police finally caught up with a Pattaya man who murdered a cassava farmer at a Bang Lamung snooker hall in 2012. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054565-murderer-arrested-after-seeing-red-at-pattaya-snooker-hall/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 British-Iranian aid worker returns to jail after temporary release - husband FILE PHOTO: Iranian-British aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is seen with her husband Richard Ratcliffe and her daughter Gabriella in an undated photograph handed out by her family. Ratcliffe Family Handout via REUTERS LONDON (Reuters) - A detained British-Iranian aid worker sentenced to five years in jail in Iran was returned to prison on Sunday after a request to extend her three-day temporary release was rejected, her husband said. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054567-british-iranian-aid-worker returns-to-jail-after-temporary-release-husband/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Don't kill me! Female staff member begs for her life as two robbers raid Ubon 7/11 Picture: Daily News Two robbers dressed in black wearing motorcycle helmets raided a Nam Khun, Ubon, branch of 7/11 in the early hours of Sunday morning. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054570-dont-kill-me-female-staff-member-begs-for-her-life-as-two-robbers-raid-ubon-711/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Former top Vatican official says pope should resign over abuse crisis By Philip Pullella Pope Francis speaks during the Festival of Families at Croke Park during his visit to Dublin, Ireland, August 25, 2018. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (Reuters) - Pope Francis said on Sunday he would not respond to a former top Vatican official who accused him of having known for years of allegations of sex abuse by a prominent U.S. cardinal, calling on the pontiff to resign in an unprecedented broadside against the pope by a Church insider. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054571-former-top-vatican-official-says-pope-should-resign-over-abuse-crisis/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 New driving license regulations good for business, says driving school instructor Picture: Sanook Thai media quoted a driving school instructor who was expecting a surge in business after moves were announced to amend laws regarding licenses. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054573-new-driving-license-regulations-good-for-business-says-driving-school-instructor/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 PM pleases with large-scale farming scheme BANGKOK, 27 August 2018, (NNT) - Thailand's Prime Minister is pleased with the large-scale farming campaign, as it is proven to save production costs and increase the income of farmers. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054575-pm-prayut-pleases-with-large-scale-farming-scheme/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Department of Disease Control warns of pinkeye disease BANGKOK, 27th August 2018, (NNT) - The Department of Disease Control warns the public of pinkeye disease which is common during the rainy season, as about 60, 000 patients have suffered from the disease so far this year. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054576-disease-control-dept-warns-of-pinkeye-disease/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 PM stresses need to tackle traffic congestion in Bangkok and vicinity BANGKOK, 27th August 2018 (NNT) – Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha is calling on responsible agencies to work out measures to tackle traffic congestion in Bangkok, which has grown significantly because of economic expansion, resulting in an accumulation of traffic problems. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054579-pm-prayut-stresses-need-to-tackle-traffic-congestion-in-bangkok-and-vicinity/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Ice factory ammonia leak off Phuket leaves owner dead By Eakkapop Thongtub A rescue worker sprays water into the facility to reduce the amount of ammonia in the air. Photo: Eakkapop Thongtub PHUKET: An ammonia leak at an ice factory in Phang Nga province yesterday left the owner of the facility dead and another person Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054581-ice-factory-ammonia-leak-in-phang-nga-leaves-owner-dead/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Japanese PM Abe seen headed for extended term despite policy doubts By Linda Sieg Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe attends a memorial service ceremony marking the the 73rd anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War Two, at Budokan Hall in Tokyo, Japan August 15, 2018. REUTERS/Toru Hanai TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced his candidacy on Sunday for a ruling party leadership election he is expected to win, despite low expectations for his economic policies and doubts over his push to revise the pacifist constitution. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054583-japanese-pm-abe-seen-headed-for-extended-term-despite-policy-doubts/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Verdict in case against Reuters journalists in Myanmar postponed to Sept. 3 Detained Reuters journalists Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo arrive at Insein court in Yangon, Myanmar August 27, 2018. REUTERS/Ann Wang YANGON (Reuters) - The verdict in Myanmar's prosecution of two Reuters reporters accused of breaching the country's Official Secrets Act was postponed on Monday until Sept. 3 because the judge overseeing the case is in poor health, a court official said. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054585-verdict-in-case-against-reuters-journalists-in-myanmar-postponed-to-sept-3/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Junta and Election Commission must address issues of primary election and political restrictions The National Council for Peace and Order and the Election Commission must sit down together to resolve two crucial political issues – unlocking of political restrictions and primary election, Mr Suriyasai Katasila, director of the College of Social Innovations, Rangsit University, suggested today. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054586-junta-and-election-commission-must-address -issues-of-primary-election-and-political-restrictions/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Owner of tyre shop arrested for alleged money laundering By The Nation Picture: INN The owner of a tyre and auto accessories shop in Samut Sakhon's Krathumban district was arrested Monday morning for allegedly laundering money for a drug gang. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054589-owner-of-tyre-shop-arrested-for-alleged-money-laundering/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Plastic ban makes a difference in Krabi marine park By The Nation Thais have been full of praise online for tourists using traditional “pinto thao” food containers instead of plastic bags to take their picnic meals into Krabi’s Than Bok Khorani Marine National Park. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054595-plastic-ban-makes-a-difference-in-krabi-marine-park/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 PM chairs ceremony for construction of 2 monorail routes Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha this morning presided over a ceremony to launch the construction of Thailand’s first two monorail electric train routes which are scheduled to be open for services in 2021. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054596-pm-prayut-chairs-ceremony-for-construction-of-2-monorail-routes/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Nakhon Phanom hit by floods Four districts of the northeastern border province of Nakhon Phanom have been hit with floods from overflows from inland streams while water in the Mekong river continues to rise. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054600-nakhon-phanom-hit-by-floods/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Island rape claim: Samui Times "has vendetta against Koh Tao" as committee set up Picture: Daily News Thai media reported the story about the British woman who claims she was raped on Koh Tao from two very different angles today. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054603-island-rape-claim-samui-times-has-vendetta-against-koh-tao-as-committee-set-up/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Movie copycat thieves pull an Udon ATM away with a sling, but get no money Picture: MCOT MCOT reported that thieves in Udon Thani targeted a Krung Thai bank ATM outside Tesco Lotus in Ban Dung in the early hours of Sunday morning. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054604-movie-copycat-thieves-pull-an-udon-atm-away-with-a-sling-but-get-no-money/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Search ongoing for Indonesian tourist swept away in deadly Phuket surf By Eakkapop Thongtub Inna Lutsyk, 23, from the Ukraine was given first aid at the scene before being taken to Patong Hospital. Photo: Eakkapop Thongtub PHUKET: A search is ongoing for a 26-year-old Indonesian tourist who was swept away in deadly surf at Karon Beach yesterday evening. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054609-search-ongoing-for-indonesian-tourist-swept-away-in-deadly-phuket-surf/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 VIDEO: Western female tourist smashed over the head with glass bottle at Full Moon Party Horrifying footage shows the moment a female foreign tourist is smashed over the head with a glass bottle on Koh Phangan. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054613-video-western-female-tourist-smashed-over-the-head-with-glass-bottle-at-full-moon-party/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Pattaya attracting major government and international brand investment By The Thaiger As part of Pattaya’s make-over to attract high-scale tourism back to the popular seaside city, some of the biggest names in local and international leisure, retail and sport are putting their money down to invest in the region’s future. And the Thai government is investing heavily too as part of its commitment to rebrand the area and bring it up to date with international traveller expectations. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054614-pattaya-attracting-major-government-and-international-brand-investment/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Thailand's 'Little Ghosts' In Korea Scorned At Home By Jintamas Saksornchai, Staff Reporter Photo: Jeera722311 / Facebook BANGKOK — A video clip of illegal Thai workers arrested in South Korea Sunday drew fresh criticism after official denials that Seoul will stop waiving visa requirements for Thai travelers. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054616-thailands-little-ghosts-in-korea-scorned-at-home/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Several dams at maximum capacity PETCHABURI, 27th August 2018 (NNT) – Heavy rain over the weekend added a large volume of water to three of the nation’s largest dams and prompted urgent drainage from others. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054618-several-dams-in-thailand-at-maximum-capacity/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 NLA does not intend to amend Political Party Act BANGKOK, 27th August 2018 (NNT) – The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) is not planning to initiate a revision of the Organic Political Party Act, confirming that it has no intention of intervening in the work of the Election Commission (EC). Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054619-nla-does-not-intend-to-amend-political-party-act/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Anti-graft officials probe illegal massive land grab in Loei province A team of anti-corruption officials are in Phu Rua district of the northeastern province of Loei today to investigate an allegation of massive land grab in which land certificates issued in another place were used in the issuance of land certificates in the district. Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1054621-anti-graft-officials-probe-illegal-massive-land-grab-in-loei-province/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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