THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 22 Sep 2018

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Storm of feathers as Bangkok pigeons feel the heat

By Jintamas Saksornchai, Staff Reporter

 

Photo: Matichon

 

BANGKOK — The high-flying days may be drawing to an end for Bangkok’s pigeons, but their friends in the north continue flying – and eating – free.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058347-storm-of-feathers-as-bangkok-pigeons-feel-the-heat/

 

 

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May challenges EU as Brexit talks hit 'impasse', sterling tumbles

By Guy Faulconbridge and Andrew MacAskill

 

Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May makes a statement on Brexit negotiations with the European Union at Number 10 Downing Street, London September 21, 2018 . Jack Taylor/Pool via Reuters

 

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Theresa May said on Friday that Brexit talks with the European Union had hit an impasse, defiantly challenging the bloc to come up with its own plans a day after EU leaders savaged her proposals.

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Trump questions Kavanaugh's accuser, says opponents want to 'destroy' nominee

By Doina Chiacu and Richard Cowan

 

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks as he introduces Supreme Court nominee judge Brett Kavanaugh in the East Room of the White House in Washington, U.S., July 9, 2018. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File Photo

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday sought to cast doubt on the woman who has accused his Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault, saying if the attack was "as bad as she says" it would have been immediately reported to police.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058374-trump-questions-kavanaughs-accuser-says-opponents-want-to-destroy-nominee/

 

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U.S. official in Russia probe suggested taping Trump - media reports

 

FILE PHOTO - U.S. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein sits in the front row at the start of Supreme Court nominee judge Brett Kavanaugh's Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., September 4, 2018. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. official who oversees the federal investigation into Russia's role in the 2016 U.S. election suggested last year secretly recording President Donald Trump and recruiting Cabinet members to invoke a constitutional amendment to remove him from the White House, the New York Times reported on Friday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058375-us-official-in-russia-probe-suggested-taping-trump-media-reports/

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Palestinians say one killed, dozens wounded as Israeli troops fire on Gaza protest

 

Palestinians run from tear gas during a protest calling for lifting the Israeli blockade on Gaza and demanding the right to return to their homeland, at the Israel-Gaza border fence, in the southern Gaza Strip September 21, 2018. REUTERS/Ibraheem Abu Mustafa

 

GAZA (Reuters) - One Palestinian was killed and dozens other wounded when Israeli forces opened fire during a weekly demonstration near the Israel-Gaza border on Friday, Gaza's Health Ministry said.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058376-palestinians-say-one-killed-dozens-wounded-as-israeli-troops-fire-on-gaza-protest/

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Indian bishop arrested on charges of raping nun - police

 

Bishop Franco Mulakkal (2nd R), accused of raping a nun, is escorted by police outside a crime branch office on the outskirts of Kochi in the southern state of Kerala, India, September 21, 2018. REUTERS/Sivaram V

 

KOCHI, India (Reuters) - A Roman Catholic bishop was arrested in the south Indian state of Kerala on Friday on charges of raping a nun, police said, a day after the Vatican accepted the bishop's request to be temporarily relieved of his duties.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058377-indian-bishop-arrested-on-charges-of-raping-nun-police/

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Death toll reaches 136 in Tanzania ferry disaster with scores missing

 

Rescue workers are seen at the scene where a ferry overturned in Lake Victoria, Tanzania September 21, 2018, in this still image taken from video. Reuters TV/via REUTERS

 

DAR ES SALAAM (Reuters) - Rescuers in Tanzania have retrieved at least 136 bodies a day after a ferry sank on Lake Victoria, the top police official said, but scores more are missing.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058378-death-toll-reaches-136-in-tanzania-ferry-disaster-with-scores-missing/

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Three infants, two adults stabbed at New York City daycare center

By Gina Cherelus

 

NEW YORK (Reuters) - A female worker stabbed three babies at a home-based daycare center in New York City on Friday before slashing her own wrists and being taken into custody, police said.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058379-three-infants-two-adults-stabbed-at-new-york-city-daycare-center/

 

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WADA bowed to money over principle - ex-director general

 

FILE PHOTO - Director General of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) David Howman talks to reporters at the WADA symposium in Lausanne, Switzerland, March 14, 2016. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse

 

LONDON (Reuters) - The former director general of the World Anti-Doping Agency said on Friday that WADA's decision to reinstate Russia's anti-doping authority was driven by money over principle.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058380-wada-bowed-to-money-over-principle-ex-director-general/

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British inquiry intensifies Danske Bank money laundering scandal

By Teis Jensen and Pamela Barbaglia

 

Thomas Borgen, resigned CEO of Danske Bank before the press conference about the money laundering scandal in the bank in Tivoli Congress Center in Copenhagen, Denmark September 19, 2018. Liselotte Sabroe/Ritzau Scanpix/via REUTERS

 

COPENHAGEN/LONDON (Reuters) - Danske Bank's <DANSKE.CO> money laundering scandal spread on Friday to Britain where the National Crime Agency (NCA) said it is investigating the use of UK-registered companies.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058381-british-inquiry-intensifies-danske-bank-money-laundering-scandal/

 

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Long road ahead for full Electric Vehicles

By KINGSLEY WIJAYASINHA 
THE NATION WEEKEND

 

As Thailand begins embracing electric vehicles, this pricey Tesla X SUV with Falcon Wing doors is a sought-after |100-per-cent EV among the rich.

 

While hybrids and plugins hybrids have been gaining ground, 100percent EVs have been slowed down by lack of infrastructure and high pricing

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058382-long-road-ahead-for-full-electric-vehicles/

 

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Man killed in solo Ducati Monster motorbike accident 

By The Phuket News

 

The man was riding a Ducati Monster 796 motorbike when he had the accident. Photo: Kathu Police
 

PHUKET: A 40-year-old man died in a motorbike accident on Phra Phuket Kaew Rd in Kathu early this morning (Sept 21).

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058383-man-killed-in-solo-ducati-monster-motorbike-accident/

 

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Sensations of the south

By Pattarawadee Saengmanee 
The Nation Weekend

 

Street art covers many walls in Songkhla Old Town.

 

A three-day trip to Songkhla and Satun reveal the surprising history of these two provinces

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058386-sensations-of-the-south/

 

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Special Report : Official air quality standards raise concerns

By Chularat Saengpassa 
The Nation Weekend

 

File photo

 

Acceptable PM2.5 levels in Thailand still too high and fail to meet world standards, say critics.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058384-special-report-official-air-quality-standards-raise-concerns/

 

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EV fires are easily prevented

By THE NATION WEEKEND

 

File photo

 

ELECTRIC-VEHICLE fires generate headlines, but accidents are easily prevented if the owners follow the manufacturers’ instructions on charging and equipment maintenance.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058387-ev-fires-are-easily-prevented/

 

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Raptor claws grasp high-end pickup market

By Kingsley Wijayasinha 
The Nation

 

 

Pricey truck earns its status with impressive engineering, offers race-ready cross-country design

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058389-raptor-claws-grasp-high-end-pickup-market/

 

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Proud Tesla owner recounts experience driving a fully electric vehicle

By NOPHAKHUN LIMSAMARNPHUN 
THE NATION WEEKEND

 

Baromkoch Leenutaphong is an avid fan of Tesla electric vehicles.

 

Electric vehicles are among Baromkoch Leenutaphong’s favourite toys – and a promising business opportunity for him.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058390-proud-tesla-owner-recounts-experience-driving-a-fully-electric-vehicle/

 

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Hong Kong celebrity "confused" after one million baht theft by lady boys in Walking Street

 

Image: Pattaya Update News

 

Pattaya Update News reported that a Hong Kong celebrity had gone to the media early this morning after failing to get his property back after an altercation with a group of lady boys in Walking Street at 5am on Tuesday morning.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058399-hong-kong-celebrity-confused-after-one-million-baht-theft-by-lady-boys-in-walking-street/

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Iranian in Pattaya rape drama denies everything - says ex is jealous and shaved her own head

 

Image: Thai Rath

 

The Iranian businessman charged with handcuffing and raping his ex girlfriend then shaving her head has denied everything after being interviewed by Pattaya police yesterday. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058401-iranian-in-pattaya-rape-drama-denies-everything-says-ex-is-jealous-and-shaved-her-own-head/

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Younger brother blames epilepsy for murderous attack on sibling over 100 baht in Chonburi

 

Image: Sanook

 

Muang district police in Chonburi have announced the arrest of a 38 year old man after the murder of his elder brother in Bang Sai Soi 105 earlier this month. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058403-younger-brother-blames-epilepsy-for-murderous-attack-on-sibling-over-100-baht-in-chonburi/

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Daughter of missing Phrae couple set to arrive in Thailand as hunt continues

 

Images: Daily News

 

Daily News reported that the daughter of the Thai/Australian couple who have mysteriously gone missing from their property in Muang District of Phrae would be arriving in Thailand last night.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058404-daughter-of-missing-phrae-couple-set-to-arrive-in-thailand-as-hunt-continues/

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Sexual assault probe of California physician, girlfriend expands

By Steve Gorman

 

Dr. Grant Robicheaux, 38, appears in a booking photo provided by the Newport Beach Police Department, September 19, 2018. Newport Beach Police Department/Handout via REUTERS

 

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - At least a dozen more women have come forward with allegations against a California surgeon and reality TV personality arrested last week with his girlfriend on charges of drugging and raping two women, the Orange County prosecutor said on Friday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058405-sexual-assault-probe-of-california-physician-girlfriend-expands/

 

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U.S. Republicans set Monday vote on Kavanaugh if no deal for hearing

By Doina Chiacu and Richard Cowan

 

U.S. Supreme Court nominee judge Brett Kavanaugh testifies during his Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., September 5, 2018. REUTERS/Chris Wattie/Files

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Senate Republicans threatened to go ahead with a Senate panel vote on President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh on Monday unless a deal could be reached on Friday on how and when a woman accusing him of sexual assault will testify.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058406-us-republicans-set-monday-vote-on-kavanaugh-if-no-deal-for-hearing/

 

 

 

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U.S. preparing 'actions' in coming days against Venezuela: Pompeo to Fox News

 

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo waves to the media before his meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry at the State Department in Washington, U.S., August 8, 2018. REUTERS/Yuri Gripas/Files

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States is preparing a "series of actions" in the coming days to increase pressure on the Venezuelan government, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told Fox News on Friday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058408-us-preparing-actions-in-coming-days-against-venezuela-pompeo-to-fox-news/

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Exclusive: Ecuador attempted to give Assange diplomat post in Russia - document

By Alexandra Valencia

 

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is seen on the balcony of the Ecuadorian Embassy in London, Britain, May 19, 2017. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls/Files

 

QUITO (Reuters) - Ecuador in 2017 gave Wikileaks founder Julian Assange a diplomatic post in Russia but rescinded it after Britain refused to give him diplomatic immunity, according to an Ecuadorean government document seen by Reuters.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058409-exclusive-ecuador-attempted-to-give-assange-diplomat-post-in-russia-document/

 

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Senate candidates Cruz, O'Rourke square off in fractious debate

By James Oliphant

 

Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) turns toward Rep. Beto O'Rourke (D-TX) to make a point during a debate for Texas U.S. Senate seat at the Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, U.S., September 21, 2018. Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning News/Pool via REUTERS

 

DALLAS (Reuters) - U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, trying furiously to beat back a high-profile challenge from Democratic rival Beto O'Rourke, repeatedly accused his opponent of being out of step with the Texas electorate as the two candidates faced off in a debate just six weeks before critical congressional elections.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058410-senate-candidates-cruz-orourke-square-off-in-fractious-debate/

 

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Fisher cards first sub-60 round in European Tour history

 

Britain Golf - BMW PGA Championship - Wentworth Club, Virginia Water, Surrey, England - 26/5/17 England's Oliver Fisher during the second round Action Images via Reuters / Paul Childs Livepic EDITORIAL USE ONLY.

 

(Reuters) - Englishman Oliver Fisher carded the first sub-60 round in European Tour history with an incredible 12-under-par 59 on day two of the Portugal Masters on Friday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058412-fisher-cards-first-sub-60-round-in-european-tour-history/

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Somchai wearing jacket 13 takes a leak and falls under Bangkok train - but lives to tell the tale!

 

Image: Daily News

 

Motorcycle taxi rider Somchai Sotsaidao will have a story to tell his grandchildren after he fell in front of a train while urinating on the tracks in the Makkasan area of Bangkok. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058414-somchai-wearing-jacket-13-takes-a-leak-and-falls-under-bangkok-train-but-lives-to-tell-the-tale/

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There's a simple explanation says chief after cops accused of "eating the evidence"

 

Image: Manager

 

A social media drama has a simple explanation according to the chief of police in a northern Bangkok area.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058417-theres-a-simple-explanation-says-chief-after-cops-accused-of-eating-the-evidence/

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BMA set to swoop on pigeon fanciers

By The Nation Weekend

 

 

BANGKOK has too many pigeons, according to health officials, and anyone caught feeding them can now be fined or jailed.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1058418-bma-set-to-swoop-on-pigeon-fanciers/