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Villa Market special offers 29 Nov - 26 Dec 2018

 

 

MORE OFFERS HERE > https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1071119-villa-market-special-offers-29-nov-26-dec-2018/

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British Embassy Bangkok and Thai Authorities Roll Out Bilingual Police Report at Five Thai Police Stations 

 

 

Five Thai police stations will soon be using a bilingual police report and signs for British nationals and other English-speaking tourists in many of its police stations.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073928-british-embassy-bangkok-and-thai-authorities-roll-out-bilingual-police-report-at-five-thai-police-stations/

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Thai woman, 64, arrested for tourist ’theft' in Pattaya

By The Nation

 

 

A Thai woman, 64, was arrested for allegedly stealing cash and valuables from a British man after he bought sex from her and another woman, police said.

 

Full Story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073921-thai-woman-64-arrested-for-tourist-’theft-in-pattaya/

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EC ready to welcome foreign observers

By KAS CHANWANPEN 
THE NATION

 

ELECTION COMMISSION (EC) president Ittiporn Boonpracong

 

Commissioner says practice has been in place since 2003, dismisses foreign minister’s oppositioninfluence agency.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073929-latest-ec-to-allow-foreign-observers-to-monitor-february-election/?do=findComment&comment=13663253

 

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Premchai shows up to testify over black-leopard poaching charges

By THE NATION

 

File photo: Premchai Karnasuta

 

CONSTRUCTION TYCOON Premchai Karnasuta said he was “excited” to be appearing in court in Kanchanaburi’s Thong Pa Phum district yesterday to defend himself on poaching-related charges.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073924-premchai-‘excited’-as-he-appears-in-court-to-face-black-leopard-poaching-charges/?do=findComment&comment=13663261

 

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Supachai warns Thailand to prepare for a slowdown in global economy

By Wichit Chaitrong 
The Nation 

 

 

THE GLOBAL economy is in dissarray with no clear direction, while the US-China trade war is having an adverse impact on investors’ confidence worldwide, warned Supachai Panitchpakdi, former director-general of the World Trade Organisation.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073966-supachai-warns-thailand-to-prepare-for-a-slowdown-in-global-economy/

 

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Double joy for Chanathip

By The Nation

 

Chanathip Songkrasin with the Best Men’s Player trophy of the Year award.

 

Thailand striker Chanathip Songkrasin was voted Best Men’s Player of the Year in the FA Thai Award in Bangkok yesterday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073967-double-joy-for-chanathip/

 

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HM the Queen in hospital for physical checkup

 

 

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit was admitted to Chulalongkorn Hospital on Wednesday for general physical checkup, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced Wednesday.

 

https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073970-hm-the-queen-in-hospital-for-physical-checkup/

 

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Second victim claimed in horrific gang-rape

By THE NATION

 

 

STATE agencies have become involved in a case in which an 11-year-old schoolgirl in Saraburi is alleged to have been by gang-raped by five youths on Sunday, after her father expressed concern that justice was not being served.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073870-csd-monitoring-saraburi-gang-rape-probe/?do=findComment&comment=13663280

 

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Dam claims hold no water: experts

By PRATCH RUJIVANAROM 
THE NATION

 

Locals from Nakhon Si Thammarat and Phathhalung rally at Government House on Monday to protest against a government plan to build three reservoirs in their hometown.

 

Irrigation official agrees conditions have changed since the Bt2.3billion project was initially proposed.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073971-dam-claims-hold-no-water-experts/

 

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Musician Accused Of Covering Up Girlfriend’s Murder

By Teeranai Charuvastra, Staff Reporter

 

A photo of Suphanee Sinanantrakul on her Facebook

 

BANGKOK — Police said Wednesday they have summoned a singer for further questioning over suspicions that he killed his girlfriend and covered it up as an accident.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073972-musician-accused-of-covering-up-girlfriend’s-murder/

 

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Use Ban Kanchanapisek as model for correctional facilities: agencies

By The Nation

 

 

BAN KANCHANAPISEK has successfully reduced the number of repeat offenders to 5 per cent compared to the average of 15 per cent at other correctional facilities.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073973-use-ban-kanchanapisek-as-model-for-correctional-facilities-agencies/

 

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Staggering back towards democracy

By The Nation

 

 

With political restrictions eased, confidence is stirring that the people’s voice will be heard again in two months’ time

 

Thailand appears to be returning to a modicum of political normalcy now that the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), the ruling junta, has lifted its ban on political activity.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073974-staggering-back-towards-democracy-editorial/

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Solskjaer handed caretaker manager role by Manchester United

 

FILE PHOTO: Football Soccer - Manchester United Reserves v Aston Villa Reserves Barclays Premier Reserve League Play-Off Final - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - May 3, 2010 Manchester United reserves manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff / File Photo

 

LONDON (Reuters) - Manchester United have turned to former striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to steady the ship until the end of the season, confirming the Norwegian as caretaker manager in the wake of Jose Mourinho's sacking on Tuesday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073975-solskjaer-handed-caretaker-manager-role-by manchester-united/

 

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Trump starts withdrawal of U.S. forces from Syria, claims victory

By Idrees Ali and Phil Stewart

 

A Coalition convoy of U.S. led international coalition against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) stops to test fire their M2 machine guns and MK19 grenade launcher in the Middle Euphrates River Valley in the Deir ez-Zor province, Syria, November 22, 2018. Picture taken November 22, 2018. Courtesy Matthew Crane/U.S. Army/Handout via REUTERS

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump has begun what will be a total withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria, declaring on Wednesday they have succeeded in their mission to defeat Islamic State and were no longer needed in the country.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073977-trump-starts-withdrawal-of-us-forces-from-syria-claims-victory/

 

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Anger in UK parliament as Corbyn accused of calling PM 'stupid woman'

 

Jeremy Corbyn, the leader of the Labour Party, reacts during Prime Minister's Questions in the House of Commons, London, Britain, December 19, 2018. Parliament TV handout via REUTERS

 

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's House of Commons erupted in anger on Wednesday when Labour opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn appeared to mouth the words "stupid woman" after a lively exchange with Prime Minister Theresa May.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073978-anger-in-uk-parliament-as-corbyn-accused-of-calling-pm-stupid-woman/

 

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U.S. imposes fresh Russia sanctions for election meddling

By Nathan Layne

 

FILE PHOTO: The United States flag flies atop the U.S. Treasury Department in Washington November 18, 2008. REUTERS/Jim Bourg

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States imposed fresh Russia-related sanctions on Wednesday, expanding a blacklist of individuals allegedly involved in a Kremlin-backed campaign to meddle with the 2016 U.S. presidential election, among other misdeeds.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073979-us-imposes-fresh-russia-sanctions-for-election-meddling/

 

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Morocco links suspect in Scandinavian women's killing to militant group

By Ahmed Eljechtimi

 

Norwegian Maren Ueland, 28, poses in this undated photo. Private Handout/NTB Scanpix/via REUTERS

 

RABAT (Reuters) - A man suspected in the killing of two female tourists from Norway and Denmark in Morocco's Atlas Mountains belongs to a militant group, a prosecutor said on Wednesday, without identifying the group.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073980-morocco-links-suspect-in-scandinavian-womens-killing-to-militant-group/

 

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Airbnb Reveals Top Travel and Experience Trends for 2019

Japan set to be the top 2019 overseas destination for Thai travellers while Horse Yoga is a must-do Experience for 2019

 

 

Thailand, December 19, 2018 – Travel can be many things to people: inspiring, magical, educational, and the list goes on. Beyond that, there will always be that latest trend right around the corner as travellers continuously seek out new ways for an authentic and local travel experience.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073983-airbnb-reveals-top-travel-and-experience-trends-for-2019/

 

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German tourist on rented motorcycle dies in Kanchanaburi

 

Picture: Sanook

 

A German tourist returning to Kanchanaburi after a day out at the Erawan Falls died after being involved in a collision with a pick-up yesterday afternoon. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073986-german-tourist-on-rented-motorcycle-dies-in-kanchanaburi/

 

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Honduran migrant gunned down shortly after U.S. deportation

By Gustavo Palencia

 

Alicia Espinal reacts during the funeral of her brother Nelson Espinal, 28, who was shot to death on Tuesday night shortly after leaving his home in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, December 19, 2018. REUTERS/Jorge Cabrera

 

TEGUCIGALPA (Reuters) - A Honduran migrant who had recently been deported from the United States was shot and killed a few blocks from his home, his family said on Wednesday, in another sign of the dangers faced by migrants fleeing Central American gangs.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073987-honduran-migrant-gunned-down-shortly-after-us-deportation/

 

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Print your own drink driving stickers, foundation advises Thai public

 

Picture: Daily News

 

The head of Thailand's Don't Drive Drunk Foundation is determined to lower the death toll from drink driving this New Year. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073988-print-your-own-drink-driving-stickers-foundation-advises-thai-public/

 

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Trudeau says no 'stomping on table' over Canadians held in China

By David Ljunggren

 

FILE PHOTO: Robert Long holds a sign outside the B.C. Supreme Court bail hearing of Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou, who was held on an extradition warrant in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada December 11, 2018. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson/File Photo

 

OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urged caution on Wednesday and said he would not be "stomping on a table" after China detained a third Canadian amid a diplomatic dispute over the arrest of a Chinese technology executive.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073991-trudeau-says-no-stomping-on-table-over-canadians-held-in-china/

 

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Rape up a fifth in Thailand with family members often responsible

 

Picture: Daily News

 

The head of a foundation that serves to help and protect women and children in Thailand has reported a large rise in cases of rape.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073992-rape-up-a-fifth-in-thailand-with-family-members-often-responsible/

 

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Video: One dead as Thai pensioner drives straight out of the showroom into barrier in Udon Thani

 

Picture: Daily News

 

CCTV from a Toyota dealership in Udon Thani on Wednesday showed a Yaris drive straight out into oncoming traffic and collide head on with the barrier in the middle of the road. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073995-video-one-dead-as-thai-pensioner-drives-straight-out-of-the-showroom-into-barrier-in-udon-thani/

 

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Increase recommended in speed limits on motorways and expressways

By The Nation

 

FILE photo

 

A police panel in charge of improving traffic law is proposing that speed limits be increased on motorways and expressways.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073996-increase-recommended-in-speed-limits-on-motorways-and-expressways/

 

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Don't miss these "Misses" - Chiang Mai beauties strut their stuff!

 

 

Pictures: Daily News

 

Thais often say that the most beautiful women in the country hail from the north - and Chiang Mai in particular. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1073997-dont-miss-these-misses-chiang-mai-beauties-strut-their-stuff/

 

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Bangkok Airways starts flights to Cam Ranh, Vietnam

By The Thaiger

 

 

Bangkok Airways is the latest airline to signal its intention to fly to Nha Trang beach and the Cam Ranh International Airport, the gateway to one of Vietnam’s popular holiday destinations.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1074000-bangkok-airways-starts-flights-to-cam-ranh-vietnam/

 

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Relatives want case of "suicide" of young boxing champ "White Swan" reopened

 

Picture: Sanook

 

The family of the young female boxer found dead in Ratchaburi on Monday want the case reopened. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1074001-relatives-want-case-of-suicide-of-young-boxing-champ-white-swan-reopened/

 

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National Water Policy Commission approves draft 20 year Water Management Master Plan

 

 

BANGKOK, 20 December 2018 (NNT) – Thailand's Prime Minister has called for a survey of flood damage as the National Water Policy Commission gave its approval to a 20 Year Water Management Master Plan set to be proposed to the Cabinet by the end of the year. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1074003-national-water-policy-commission-approves-draft-20-year-water-management-master-plan/