THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Saturday 13 Oct 2018

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Keep Maya Bay closed to tourism, says DNP online poll

By Tanyaluk Sakoot

 

The poll was launched online at 4pm this afternoon (Oct 12 ). Image: Screengrab
 

PHUKET:-- An overwhelming 99.1% of people voting in an online poll by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) have called for the department to keep both Maya Bay and Loh Samah Bay closed to tourism.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062217-keep-maya-bay-closed-to-tourism-says-dnp-online-poll/

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Rescuers fear more dead in Hurricane Michael's path of destruction

By Rod Nickel

 

 

MEXICO BEACH, Fla. (Reuters) - Rescue crews confronted with shattered roads, fallen trees and miles of ruins struggled on Friday to get to Florida Panhandle communities hardest hit by Hurricane Michael, saying they expected the death toll of 14 to rise.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062237-rescuers-fear-more-dead-in-hurricane-michaels-path-of-destruction/

 

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Seven Palestinians killed in border protests - Gaza health officials

By Saleh Salem

 

 

GAZA (Reuters) - Israeli forces killed seven Palestinians on Friday in protests along Gaza's border, Gaza health officials said. Israel said its troops had shot a group who broke through the fence with a bomb and attacked an army post.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062238-seven-palestinians-killed-in-border-protests-gaza-health-officials/

 

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Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter marries in Gatsbyesque splendour

By Michael Holden

 

 

WINDSOR, England (Reuters) - Hollywood stars joined Queen Elizabeth and her family for Britain's second major royal wedding this year, as the monarch's granddaughter Princess Eugenie married wine merchant Jack Brooksbank.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062239-queen-elizabeths-granddaughter-marries-in-gatsbyesque-splendour/

 

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U.S. archbishop criticised over sex abuse resigns with papal praise

By Philip Pullella

 

 

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - The archbishop of Washington D.C. stepped down over the handling of sex abuse cases but received fulsome praise from the pope, drawing criticism from campaigners who said it showed the Catholic Church cared more for its leaders than abuse victims.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062240-us-archbishop-criticised-over-sex-abuse-resigns-with-papal-praise/

 

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Landslide kills 31 in eastern Uganda

 

 

KAMPALA (Reuters) - At least 31 people were killed when a floodwaters triggered by a landslide swept debris through a town in eastern Uganda, destroying homes and burying livestock, a government official said on Friday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062241-landslide-kills-31-in-eastern-uganda/

 

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Freed pastor Brunson leaves Turkey, due in U.S. Saturday

By Ezgi Erkoyun and Emily Wither

 

 

IZMIR, Turkey (Reuters) - A U.S. pastor left Turkey on Friday after a Turkish court freed him from two years of detention, in a step that could improve U.S.-Turkish ties strained by differences over Syria, Iran and Ankara's planned purchase of Russian military equipment.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062242-freed-pastor-brunson-leaves-turkey-due-in-us-saturday/

 

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Croatia hold wasteful England in empty stadium

 

 

RIJEKA, Croatia (Reuters) - England wasted several gilt-edged chances as they were held to a 0-0 draw away to World Cup runners-up Croatia in a Nations League top-tier Group 4 clash behind closed doors on Friday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062243-croatia-hold-wasteful-england-in-empty-stadium/

 

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Saudi team arrives in Turkey for Khashoggi investigation - sources

 

 

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - A delegation from Saudi Arabia has arrived in Turkey as part of a joint investigation into the disappearance of prominent Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, three Turkish sources said on Friday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062244-saudi-team-arrives-in-turkey-for-khashoggi-investigation-sources/

 

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Facebook now says data breach affected 29 million users, details impact

By Munsif Vengattil and Paresh Dave

 

Figurines are seen in front of the Facebook logo in this illustration taken March 20, 2018. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic

 

(Reuters) - Cyber attackers stole data from 29 million Facebook accounts using an automated program that moved from one friend to the next, Facebook Inc <FB.O> announced on Friday, as the social media company said its largest-ever data theft hit fewer than the 50 million profiles it initially reported.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062245-facebook-now-says-data-breach-affected-29-million-users-details-impact/

 

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Sharing economy exploits loopholes

By Nophakhun Limsamarnphun 
The Nation Weekend

 

 

Explosion in short term rentals causes problems for hotels, reduces tax revenues

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062248-sharing-economy-exploits-loopholes/

 

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Turkey submits to power of Thai arts

By Phatarawadee Phataranawik 
The Nation Weekend 
Ankara

 

Muay Thai performances highlighted the Thai cultural roadshows in Turkey. Photio courtesy of Culture Ministry

 

Country will next month counter with a showcase of its culture here

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062249-turkey-submits-to-power-of-thai-arts/

 

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What the slum has to share

By Pattarawadee Saengmanee 
The Nation Weekend 

 

Visitors stroll along a railway line that once transported freight in and out of the port.

 

The Tourism Authority is prodding people to visit the other side of the tracks and be surprised by Klong Toei

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062250-what-the-slum-has-to-share/

 

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The right CHEMISTRY

By Sirivish Toomgum 
The Nation Weekend

 

 

JUERGEN Meyn runs a complex business with diverse responsibilities as the Thailand chief of a multinational company offering products with leading technology for a range of manufacturing applications.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062251-the-right-chemistry/

 

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Ageing brains and lost memories

By KANJANA LAO 
NATION GRAPHICS

 

NATION GRAPHICS/KANJANA LAO

 

As we age, all our bodily systems gradually decline – including the brain – and this increases the risk of getting dementia.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062252-ageing-brains-and-lost-memories/

 

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Vegetarian, pure and simple

By Khetsirin Pholdhampalit 
The Nation Weekend

 

Sushi Mori has a range of vegetarian delicacies as part of the regular menu, among them Yasai Chirashi, Yasai Tama Roll and Hiyashi Tofu Inaniwa Udon.

 

Tofu, rice noodles and lots of raw veggies take centre stage at Gaysorn Village eateries

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062253-vegetarian-pure-and-simple/

 

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Crunch time for Italy, Brexit as leaders convene in Brussels

By Philip Blenkinsop

 

 

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Brussels, the political heart of Europe, could prove the center of global market focus next week as Italy's budget and Brexit talks overshadow economic data and central banks.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062282-crunch-time-for-italy-brexit-as-leaders-convene-in-brussels/

 

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Doping agency denies trying to bully athletes' representative

By Steve Keating

 

FILE PHOTO - A woman walks into the head office of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) in Montreal, Quebec, Canada November 9, 2015. REUTERS/Christinne Muschi/File Photo

 

(Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency denied on Friday that it had disrespected or attempted to bully athletes' representative Beckie Scott during a debate in which tensions were "running high" over a decision to reinstate Russia's anti-doping organisation.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062283-doping-agency-denies-trying-to-bully-athletes-representative/

 

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Right-wing Brazil candidate commits to free press after calling it 'trash'

By Gabriel Stargardter

 

 

RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Brazil's leading presidential candidate vowed to defend freedom of the press after his tirades against the media and reports of his supporters attacking journalists raised fears that civil liberties might suffer if he is elected.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062285-right-wing-brazil-candidate-commits-to-free-press-after-calling-it-trash/

 

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In crackdown, U.S. FDA seeks details on new electronic cigarettes

By Chris Kirkham

 

 

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Faced with a proliferation of new electronic cigarettes and a sharp rise in teen vaping, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday sent letters to 21 electronic cigarette manufacturers seeking information to assess whether the products are being marketed illegally.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062286-in-crackdown-us-fda-seeks-details-on-new-electronic-cigarettes/

 

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UAE says it has been in touch with UK for months over detained academic

 

DUBAI (Reuters) - The United Arab Emirates has been in contact with British authorities over a British academic since shortly after he was detained in May, a senior UAE official said on Friday, amid suggestions that he would be charged with espionage.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062287-uae-says-it-has-been-in-touch-with-uk-for-months-over-detained-academic/

 

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Fire on southeast Nigerian state oil pipeline kills 16 people - NNPC

By Alexis Akwagyiram

 

LAGOS (Reuters) - Sixteen people were killed after a fire broke out on Friday on an oil pipeline in the southeast of Nigeria, a spokesman for the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation told Reuters.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062288-fire-on-southeast-nigerian-state-oil-pipeline-kills-16-people-nnpc/

 

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Thai embassy in China proceeding with visa issuance as normal: MFA

Tanakorn Sangiam

 

 

BANGKOK, 12th October 2018 (NNT) - The Thai embassy and consulate-general offices in China have had no problem with the issuance of visas to Chinese tourists, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Spokesperson Busadee Santipitaks.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062291-thai-embassy-in-china-proceeding-with-visa-issuance-as-normal-mfa/ 

 

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Thailand losing favour among expats: HSBC survey

 

 

Thailand is falling out of favour with expats, a new survey has revealed.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062292-thailand-losing-favour-among-expats-hsbc-survey/

 

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Residents warned to take preventative measures against stroke

Nuppol Suvansombut

 

 

BANGKOK, 12th October 2018, (NNT) - Medical officials from Chulalongkorn Hospital have urged residents to take preventative measures against stroke by exercising regularly, following a healthy diet and being in a happy mood.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062294-residents-warned-to-take-preventative-measures-against-stroke/ 

 

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NCPO has no ban on political party donations

Tanakorn Sangiam

 

BANGKOK, 12th October 2018 (NNT) - The NCPO has never prohibited political parties receiving donations, but the Election Commission can consider whether such acts are campaigning, says DPM.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062295-ncpo-has-no-ban-on-political-party-donations/ 

 

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Bolt fires two goals in Mariners trial

 

Central Coast Mariners' Usain Bolt in action. REUTERS/David Gray/Files

 

(Reuters) - Olympic sprint champion Usain Bolt scored two goals in his first start for the Central Coast Mariners in a trial match on Friday that he hopes could pave the way for a professional contract as a soccer player.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062296-bolt-fires-two-goals-in-mariners-trial/

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Prayut leads alms giving rite in memory of King Bhumibol

By The Nation

 

 

Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha led government officials and others to give alms to 890 monks and novices at the Royal Plaza on Saturday morning to make merit for His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062299-prayut-leads-alms-giving-rite-in-memory-of-king-bhumibol/

 

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Tourism association calls for visa fee exemption for Chinese tourists

By The Nation

 

The Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) plans to urge the tourism minister to exempt Chinese tourists from paying the single-entry visa fee.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062291-thai-embassy-in-china-proceeding-with-visa-issuance-as-normal-mfa/

 

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Phuket tsunami evacuation routes under full review

By The Phuket News

 

A tsunami - evacuation sign near Bangla Rd, Patong, is held in place by being tucked into cables. Photo: Tanyaluk Sakoot
 

PHUKET: Tsunami evacuation routes for the popular tourist beaches at Patong, Kamala, Kata and Karon, and elsewhere in Phuket’s main coastal areas, are undergoing a full review. The move comes in the wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck the Indonesian island of Sulawesi on Sept 28, leaving nearly 2,000 people dead, some 5,000 believed missing and more than 74,000 homeless.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1062302-phuket-tsunami-evacuation-routes-under-full-review/