THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 18 Nov 2018

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The week that was in Thailand news: Car washer or motorcycle taxi - jobs for the Work Permit Police!

 

 

When taking my now grown up children to school from Pathum Thani to Don Muang we had a game to pass the time as listening to the latest rice quotas on Thailand Radio somehow failed to grab their attention.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069139-the-week-that-was-in-thailand-news-car-washer-or-motorcycle-taxi-jobs-for-the-work-permit-police/

 

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No passport required: Phuket Immigration confirms ‘passport on person’ not required despite ’Operation X-Ray Outlaw Foreigner’ 

By Tavee Adam

 

An expat tucks his passport into his pocket at Phuket Immigration. Photo: Tanyaluk Sakoot
 

PHUKET: Phuket Immigration has confirmed there is no need for foreigners to carry their passports at all times, despite the ongoing ‘Operation X-Ray Outlaw Foreigner’ crackdown on illegal foreigners netting 300 foreigners in Phuket last month alone.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069186-no-passport-required-phuket-immigration-confirms-‘passport-on-person’-not-required-despite-’operation-x-ray-outlaw-foreigner’/

 

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Tourist Police target rental operators over unlicensed tourists renting motorbikes 

By Chutharat Plerin

 

A Phuket Traffic Police officers stops and checks foreigners riding motorbikes. Photo: Tanyaluk Sakoot
 

PHUKET: Tourist Police Division 3 Chief Maj Gen Angkoon Klaiklueng has revealed that his pushing for police and other local authorities to ramp up their campaign targeting vehicle rental operators for renting out motorbikes to tourists who do not have the appropriate licence.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069187-tourist-police-target-rental-operators-over-unlicensed-tourists-renting-motorbikes/

 

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PSU Academic Ceremony Day

By The Phuket News

 

The official opening of the PSU Academic Day 2018
 

On Friday, Nov 16, at Prince of Songkla University (PSU) Phuket Campus, Mr Chuan Leekpai, Advisor of Prince of Songkla University, was the President of the Academic Opening Ceremony of the Year 2018. Phuket Vice Governor Thanyawat Chanpinit, Assoc Prof Dr Phan Tongchumnum, Vice Chancellor of Phuket Campus, and the Chief of Government Agencies attended.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069188-psu-academic-ceremony-day/

 

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Tourist police launch mobile help centres

By The Phuket News

 

New mobile tourist centres will be placed around Phuket locations
 

Tourist Police Division 3 Chief Maj Gen Angkoon Klaiklueng has revealed to The Phuket News that the tourist police are preparing to establish tourist report centres. They have planned to put the mobile reporting centres near Karon and Kamala beach.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069189-tourist-police-launch-mobile-help-centres/

 

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SPECIAL REPORT: Park road fight a watershed moment

By PIYAPORN WONGRUANG 
THE NATION WEEKEND

 

Phanoen Thung in a quiet mood during the closing.

 

At first it seemed to be just a minor issue about a road project in one national park. But as the public last month learned that the plan was to overhaul the entire route through the heart of Kaeng Krachan National Park, the fierce debate and arguments exploded on social media and triggered organised public events.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069190-special-report-park-road-fight-a-watershed-moment/

 

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Reaping a bountiful HARVEST

By PHUWIT LIMVIPHUWAT 
THE NATION WEEKEND

 

 

FOR CONNIE Kang, an ability to adapt to new working environments has not only helped her career progression, but also provided her with an edge in coming up with ways to improve the livelihoods of ordinary farming families in Thailand.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069192-reaping-a-bountiful-harvest/

 

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Tri-party agreement signed to aid people with mental disorders

By The Nation

 

 

The Mental Health Department, Mahidol University (MU) and Advanced Wireless Network Co (AWN) signed a five-year Memoradum of Agreement on Thursday for the use of technology, research and knowledge to aid people with intellectual disabilities and forensic psychiatric patients in Thailand, said Mental Health Department director-general Dr Kiatipumi Wongrajit.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069193-tri-party-agreement-signed-to-aid-people-with-mental-disorders/

 

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Chularajamontri rules measles vaccine not prohibited by Islam

By The Nation

 

The Chularajamontri, or Thailand's Islamic spiritual leader, has unofficially ruled that Muslims can receive measles vaccine, a spiritual leader in Yala said on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069194-chularajamontri-rules-measles-vaccine-not-prohibited-by-islam/

 

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Most first-time young voters vow to cast election ballot, study finds

By The Nation

 

Most young people who will be eligible to vote for the first time in the upcoming election, tentatively set for February 24, fully intend to cast their ballot, a new opinion poll has found.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069195-most-first-time-young-voters-vow-to-cast-election-ballot-study-finds/

 

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Czechs rally against PM Babis on Velvet Revolution anniversary

By Michael Kahn

 

A demonstrator holds a placard during a protest rally demanding resignation of Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis in Prague, Czech Republic, November 17, 2018. REUTERS/David W Cerny

 

PRAGUE (Reuters) - Thousands of Czechs called for Prime Minister Andrej Babis to resign on Saturday, in protests coinciding with the anniversary of the "Velvet Revolution" that toppled Communism in the former Soviet-bloc state.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069196-czechs-rally-against-pm-babis-on-velvet-revolution-anniversary/

 

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London bridges blocked by environment protest, 70 arrested

 

Environmental campaigners from the direct action group Rebellion demonstrate on Westminster Bridge in central London, Britain, November 17, 2018. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls

 

LONDON (Reuters) - British police said they arrested more than 70 people at an environmental protest on Saturday, after demonstrators blocked five bridges across the River Thames in central London.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069197-london-bridges-blocked-by-environment-protest-70-arrested/

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Democrat Gillum concedes Florida governor's race, congratulates DeSantis

 

Democratic Florida gubernatorial nominee and Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum concedes the race to U.S. Rep. Ron DeSantis at his midterm election night rally in Tallahassee, Florida, U.S. November 6, 2018. REUTERS/Colin Hackley

 

(Reuters) - Democrat Andrew Gillum, who had sought to become Florida's first black governor, conceded on Saturday as a recount of ballots neared its end, and he congratulated rival Republican Ron DeSantis, an ally of President Donald Trump.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069198-democrat-gillum-concedes-florida-governors-race-congratulates-desantis/

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Players let rip in flatulence row at Grand Slam of Darts

 

FILE PHOTO: Gary Anderson in action at the Betway Premier League Darts 2016 competition at the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff, Britain, March 31, 2016. REUTERS/Action Images/Peter Cziborra/File Photo

 

(Reuters) - Players set more than just their arrows flying at the Grand Slam of Darts this week, with opponents rowing over who had emitted noxious smells during their match, media reported on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069200-players-let-rip-in-flatulence-row-at-grand-slam-of-darts/

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Portugal qualify for Nations League semis with 0-0 draw in Italy

 

Soccer Football - UEFA Nations League - League A - Group 3 - Italy v Portugal - San Siro, Milan, Italy - November 17, 2018 Portugal's Mario Rui in action with Italy's Alessandro Florenzi as Italy coach Roberto Mancini looks on REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo

 

MILAN (Reuters) - Portugal became the first team to qualify for the Nations League semi-finals when they held Italy 0-0 on Saturday, the second time in a year that the hosts have been knocked out of a competition following a goalless draw at the San Siro.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069201-portugal-qualify-for-nations-league-semis-with-0-0-draw-in-italy/

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Scotland boost Nations League promotion chances with win in Albania

By Peter Hall

 

Soccer Football - UEFA Nations League - League C - Group 1 - Albania v Scotland - Loro Borici Stadium, Shkoder, Albania - November 17, 2018 Albania's Rey Manaj in action with Scotland's Ryan Christie REUTERS/Florion Goga

 

(Reuters) - Scotland's hopes of earning promotion to League B of the Nations League were boosted after a convincing 4-0 win over 10-man Albania in Shkoder on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069202-scotland-boost-nations-league-promotion-chances-with-win-in-albania/

 

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Zverev defies boo-boys to stun Federer, sets up Djokovic final

By Martyn Herman

 

Tennis - ATP Finals - The O2, London, Britain - November 17, 2018 Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his semi final match against Switzerland's Roger Federer Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge

 

LONDON (Reuters) - Alexander Zverev claimed one of most significant wins of his fledgling career as he beat Roger Federer to reach the ATP Finals title match but became an unwitting pantomime villain in bizarre scenes at the 02 Arena on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069203-zverev-defies-boo-boys-to-stun-federer-sets-up-djokovic-final/

 

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Clashes break out after Greeks march to mark 1973 student revolt

 

A petrol bomb explodes next to riot policemen following a rally marking the 45th anniversary of a 1973 student uprising against the military dictatorship that was ruling Greece, in Athens, Greece, November 17, 2018. REUTERS/Costas Baltas

 

ATHENS (Reuters) - Greek police clashed with young protestors in central Athens on Saturday after thousands marched to mark the anniversary of a violently quashed student uprising in 1973 that helped topple the military junta.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069204-clashes-break-out-after-greeks-march-to-mark-1973-student-revolt/

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Maldives' new president warns state coffers 'looted' after China-led boom

By Sanjeev Miglani

 

Maldives' President-elect Ibrahim Mohamed Solih (L) takes the oath conducted by Chief Justice Dr Ahmed Abdulla Didi (R) during the swearing-in ceremony in Male, Maldives November 17, 2018. REUTERS/Ashwa Faheem

 

MALE (Reuters) - The new president of the Maldives took office on Saturday, declaring the state coffers to have been looted and warned that the country was in financial difficulty after racking up debt with Chinese lenders in an infrastructure boom.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069205-maldives-new-president-warns-state-coffers-looted-after-china-led-boom/

 

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Teams search for 1,000 missing in California's deadliest wildfire

By Terray Sylvester and Steve Holland

 

U.S. President Donald Trump visits the charred wreckage of Skyway Villa Mobile Home and RV Park with Governor-elect Gavin Newsom (L), Brock Long (R), Paradise Mayor Jody Jones (2nd R) and Governor Jerry Brown in Paradise, California, U.S., November 17, 2018. REUTERS/Leah Millis

 

PARADISE, Calif. (Reuters) - Forensic recovery teams searched for more victims in the charred wreckage of the northern California town of Paradise on Saturday as the number of people listed as missing in the state's deadliest wildfire topped 1,000.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069206-teams-search-for-1000-missing-in-californias-deadliest-wildfire/

 

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Thailand raises shipwreck that killed 47 tourists, hopes to restore confidence

 

 

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand on Saturday raised the shipwreck that killed 47 Chinese tourists in July, part of an ongoing investigation into the cause of the boat capsizing, officials said.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069176-phoenix-finally-risen-from-seabed/?page=2&tab=comments#comment-13573542

 

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Thailand Riviera project shapes up in the west

Na-ark Rojanasuvan

 

 

BANGKOK, 16 November 2018 (NNT) – The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has beefed up the Thailand Riviera project to develop tourism in the west of the country.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069209-thailand-riviera-project-shapes-up-in-the-west/ 

 

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New Smart Visa qualifications, criteria approved

Tanakorn Sangiam

 

BANGKOK, 17 November 2018 (NNT) - The cabinet has approved new qualifications and criteria for improvement in education sector under the Smart Visa scheme. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069210-new-smart-visa-qualifications-criteria-approved/

 

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Corrections Dept bans sales of cigarettes, tobacco products for inmates

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BAGNKOK, 16 November 2018 (NNT) - Corrections Department Director General Narat Sawettanan confirmed that his agency currently bans the sales of cigarettes and tobacco at all prisons across the country to reduce the number of inmates falling sick or dying from respiratory diseases. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069211-corrections-dept-bans-sales-of-cigarettes-tobacco-products-for-inmates/

 

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EC assures diplomats general election will take place as scheduled

Na-ark Rojanasuvan

 

 

BANGKOK, 16 November 2018, (NNT) - Both the Deputy Prime Minister and head of the Election Commission (EC) have assured that all necessary tasks to hold the general election will take place on schedule with the EC chief giving assurances to the diplomats of 50 countries. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069212-ec-assures-diplomats-general-election-will-take-place-as-scheduled/

 

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DPM provides support and funds to family of deceased youth boxer

Na-ark Rojanasuvan

 

 

BANGKOK, 16 November 2018, (NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwan has expressed condolences and provided monetary assistance to the family of youth boxer Petchmongkol Sor Wilaithong , or Anucha Tasako , who passed away from a brain hemorrhage after being knocked out at the 1st Anti-Drugs Charity Boxing Competition. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069213-dpm-provides-support-and-funds-to-family-of-deceased-youth-boxer/

 

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Safety measures in place for Loy Krathong

Na-ark Rojanasuvan

 

 

BANGKOK, 16 November 2018, (NNT) - Strict restrictions and requirements have been placed on the use of fireworks during Loy Krathong this year. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069214-safety-measures-in-place-for-loy-krathong/

 

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5th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge to be built in Bueng Kan

Na-ark Rojanasuvan

 

 

BUENG KAN, 16 November 2018, (NNT) - Bueng Kan Chamber of Commerce has proposed that Bueng Kan be transformed into a logistic hub after the 5th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge is to be built in Beung Kan province in the beginning of next year. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069215-5th-thai-lao-friendship-bridge-to-be-built-in-bueng-kan/

 

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Nong Khai to be packed with tourists this weekend

Tik Netikamjorn

 

 

BANGKOK, 17 November 2018, (NNT) - The northeastern city of Nong Khai has expected to welcome throngs of tourists this weekend as fog continues blanketing the Mekong River, making it even more beautiful and attractive to outsiders.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069217-nong-khai-to-be-packed-with-tourists-this-weekend/

 

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Informal debt crime clearance in Nong Bua Lamphu

Na-ark Rojanasuvan

 

 

NONG BUA LAMPHU, 17th November 2018 (NNT) - Pol Maj Gen Surachet Hakpal, the acting commissioner the Metropolitan Police and the deputy director of Thailand’s Action Taskforce for Information Technology Crime Suppression (TACTICS) Center, has dispatched a team of administration police to clear the informal debt crime in Nong Bua Lamphu. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1069219-informal-debt-crime-clearance-in-nong-bua-lamphu/