rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 Logistics of withholding visas for Chinese under discussion By The Nation Wissanu Krea-ngam, Deputy Prime Minister The Minister of Public Health will next week present details of a proposal to withhold visas on arrival from Chinese tourists while the virus outbreak continues, Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said on Friday (January 31). Full Story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146132-pm-not-happy-with-proposed-freeze-of-voa-for-chinese-tourists/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 Countdown to Brexit as Britain prepares to cast off from EU By William James and Elizabeth Howcroft A pro-Brexit supporter holds a placard at Parliament Square on Brexit day, in London, Britain January 31, 2020. REUTERS/Toby Melville LONDON (Reuters) - The United Kingdom leaves the European Union on Friday with a mixture of joy, anger and indifference, casting off into the unknown after nearly five decades and dealing a blow to Europe's attempt to forge unity from the ruins of World War Two. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146158-countdown-to-brexit-as-britain-prepares-to-cast-off-from-eu/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 Egypt detains doctor, parents as girl dies after genital cutting By Menna A. Farouk A badge reads "The power of labor aginst FGM" is seen on a volunteer during a conference on International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Cairo, Egypt February 6, 2018. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY CAIRO (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Egypt has detained a retired doctor after the death of a 12-year-old girl on whom he performed female genital mutilation (FGM) sparked anger among women's rights activists. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146159-egypt-detains-doctor-parents-as-girl-dies-after-genital-cutting/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 Record $4 billion Airbus fine draws line under 'pervasive' bribery By Laurence Frost, Iain Withers and Chris Prentice FILE PHOTO: The Airbus logo is pictured at Airbus headquarters in Blagnac near Toulouse, France, March 20, 2019. REUTERS/Regis Duvignau/File Photo PARIS/LONDON/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Airbus <AIR.PA> bribed public officials and hid the payments as part of a pattern of worldwide corruption, prosecutors said on Friday as the European planemaker agreed a record $4 billion settlement with France, Britain and the United States. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146161-record-4-billion-airbus-fine-draws-line-under-pervasive-bribery/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 U.S. Senate votes against calling witnesses in Trump impeachment trial, clearing way for acquittal By Richard Cowan and Patricia Zengerle U.S. President Donald Trump walks out from the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, U.S., before his departure to Michigan and Iowa, January 30, 2020. REUTERS/Yuri Gripas WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate on Friday voted against calling witnesses and collecting new evidence in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial, clearing the way for Trump's almost certain acquittal in the coming days. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146162-us-senate-votes-against-calling-witnesses-in-trump-impeachment-trial-clearing-way-for-acquittal/ 1 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 Boost to anti-virus campaign By The Nation Several billionaires and companies in China and abroad have made donations to the Chinese government in support of its campaign against the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), currently spreading in the country. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146163-boost-to-anti-virus-campaign/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 The enduring lure of Fukuoka and Oita By THE NATION One of the most popular destinations for Thai people visiting Japan is the Fukuoka prefecture. It is a place famous for its tourist attractions, shopping areas and cool weather. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146164-the-enduring-lure-of-fukuoka-and-oita/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 Council sets steps to offset virus impact By THE NATION The Council of Economic Ministers on Friday (January 31) outlined measures to cushion impacts of the novel coronavirus outbreak on Thailand. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146165-council-sets-steps-to-offset-virus-impact/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Coronavirus and drought crises to take a toll on Thai economy By THE NATION Thanavath Phonvichai Negative factors like the new coronavirus outbreak and the drought situation in the country could cost the country Bt226.7 billion this year, according to estimates by the Centre for Economic and Business Forecasting of the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC). Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146167-coronavirus-and-drought-crises-to-take-a-toll-on-thai-economy/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Egat prepares to bring in third LNG shipment By THE NATION The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) is planning to procure and import more liquified natural gas (LNG) in accordance with Energy Ministry policy. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146169-egat-prepares-to-bring-in-third-lng-shipment/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Despite brave holdouts, virus gutting island tourism By THE NATION The 2019-nCoV coronavirus, now deemed an international public health emergency by the World Health Organisation, has resulted in dozens of high-season flights to Thai southern beach resorts cancelled. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146170-despite-brave-holdouts-virus-gutting-island-tourism/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Name of Korn’s new party to be revealed on Valentine’s Day Former Democrat deputy leader Korn Chatikavanij, and the co-founders of his new political party, have chosen Valentine’s Day (February 14th) for the revelation of its name. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146171-name-of-korn’s-new-party-to-be-revealed-on-valentine’s-day/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 New Economics party officially quits the opposition camp The New Economics party has formally withdrawn from the Opposition to go independent in a much anticipated move. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146172-new-economics-party-officially-quits-the-opposition-camp/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Opposition files no-confidence motion against six ministers Praphorn Praphornkul BANGKOK(NNT) - Six opposition parties have submitted a no-confidence motion against six cabinet ministers with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Chuan Leekpai. The opposition camp expressed confidence in the information to be presented at the censure debate, while dates will be decided by both coalition and opposition parties. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146173-opposition-files-no-confidence-motion-against-six-ministers/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 WHO praises Thailand’s efforts to combat PM2.5 Praphorn Praphornkul BANGKOK(NNT) - The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended Thailand on its efforts to address high levels of particulate matter of 2.5 microns or less (PM2.5), while suggesting the country adopt its air quality guidelines. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146175-who-praises-thailand’s-efforts-to-combat-pm25/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 More airports, seaports raise coronavirus prevention measures Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK(NNT) - U-Tapao International Airport in Rayong is another airport in Thailand handling flights to and from many Chinese destinations. The airport has implemented health control protocols to check the body temperatures of all arriving and departing passengers using thermal imaging cameras, with quarantine facilities available for passengers suspected of fever. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146176-more-airports-seaports-raise-coronavirus-prevention-measures/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Trump's expanded travel ban targets Nigeria, five other countries By Ted Hesson U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the White House Summit on Human Trafficking in the East Room of the White House in Washington, U.S., January 31, 2020. REUTERS/Leah Millis WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump issued an expanded version of his travel ban on Friday that targets prospective immigrants from Nigeria and five other countries, a move that could affect thousands of people and reignite debate on whether the policy is discriminatory. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146178-trumps-expanded-travel-ban-targets-nigeria-five-other-countries/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Trump eases restrictions on land mine use by U.S. military By Idrees Ali FILE PHOTO: U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper speaks at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Global Security Forum on "Emerging Technologies Governance" in Washington U.S., January 24, 2020. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on Friday relaxed Obama-era restrictions on the U.S. military's use of anti-personnel land mines, arguing that the previous policy could put American troops at a "severe disadvantage." Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146179-trump-eases-restrictions-on-land-mine-use-by-us-military/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Accuser says Weinstein raped her, likens former producer to 'Jekyll and Hyde' By Brendan Pierson Film producer Harvey Weinstein and his legal team leave the New York Criminal Court after a hearing for Weinstein's sexual assault trial in the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, U.S., January 30, 2020. REUTERS/Gaia Squarci NEW YORK (Reuters) - A onetime aspiring actress told a Manhattan jury on Friday that Harvey Weinstein raped her in a hotel room while she was in an "extremely degrading" relationship with the movie producer. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146180-accuser-says-weinstein-raped-her-likens-former-producer-to-jekyll-and-hyde/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Helicopter in Kobe Bryant crash lacked certificate to fly in fog Personnel collect debris while working with investigators at the helicopter crash site of NBA star Kobe Bryant in Calabasas, California, U.S., January 28, 2020. REUTERS/Patrick T. Fallon (Reuters) - The company whose helicopter crashed and killed basketball star Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others on Sunday was not certified to fly in foggy conditions requiring pilots to use only cockpit instruments, U.S. officials said on Friday. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146182-helicopter-in-kobe-bryant-crash-lacked-certificate-to-fly-in-fog/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 China coronavirus toll rises to 259, U.S. imposes border curbs By David Stanway and Winni Zhou People wearing face masks look for products at a supermarket, as the country is hit by an outbreak of the new coronavirus, in Beijing, China January 31, 2020. REUTERS/Carlos Garcia Rawlins SHANGHAI (Reuters) - The number of deaths from a coronavirus epidemic in China rose by 46 to 259 on Friday, the country's health authority said on Saturday, as the United States announced new border curbs on foreign nationals who have been in China. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146185-china-coronavirus-toll-rises-to-259-us-imposes-border-curbs/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 1, 2020 Brexit at last: Britain leaves the EU as champagne corks fly By Guy Faulconbridge and Kate Holton A pro-Brexit supporter holds a placard at Parliament Square on Brexit day, in London, Britain January 31, 2020. REUTERS/Toby Melville LONDON (Reuters) - The United Kingdom finally cast off from the European Union on Friday for an uncertain future, with Brexiteers claiming victory and popping champagne corks for an "independence day" they said marked a new era for the country. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146188-brexit-at-last-britain-leaves-the-eu-as-champagne-corks-fly/ 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Patient in Chiang Mai hospital found to be carrying coronavirus By THE NATION A patient who had come to the Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital for treatment later tested positive for the new coronavirus, the hospital said in a Facebook post on Friday (January 31). Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146190-patient-in-chiang-mai-hospital-found-to-be-carrying-coronavirus/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 13 Thais flown home from Chongqing in chartered flight, no symptoms of coronavirus By THE NATION The first group of Thais stranded in Chongqing, China, reached Suvarnabhumi Airport at 6.35pm on Friday (January 31). None of them showed symptoms of the new coronavirus pneumonia but they will be monitored in quarantine for 14 days. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146191-13-thais-flown-home-from-chongqing-in-chartered-flight-no-symptoms-of-coronavirus/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Savour traditional Thai-style dining at Spice Market By The Nation Anantara Siam’s authentic Thai eatery, Spice Market, will showcase a range of new sharing platters under the concept of Sumrub Thai, from February 10 to March 20. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146194-savour-traditional-thai-style-dining-at-spice-market/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Don’t Panic: Governor urges calm, issues warning as fake news of Wuhan flu spirals out of control By The Phuket News A tourist from a cruise ship from Singapore is screened for elevated body temperature on arrival on shore in Patong. Photo: Patong Municipality PR PHUKET: Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana this week struck out at false reports online about people in Phuket being infected with the Wuhan coronavirus, with one post even claiming that a foreign woman at Phuket International Airport had died from the disease. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146195-don’t-panic-governor-urges-calm-issues-warning-as-fake-news-of-wuhan-flu-spirals-out-of-control/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 U.S. Coast Guard officer accused of plotting attacks gets 13 years in prison Christopher Hasson, 50, created an Excel spreadsheet with a list of targets - including liberal politicians and news broadcasters. US DISTRICT COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF MARYLAND (Reuters) - A U.S. Coast Guard lieutenant portrayed by prosecutors as a dangerous terrorist and by defence lawyers as a troubled addict was sentenced on Friday to 13 years in prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing guns and opioid painkillers. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146198-us-coast-guard-officer-accused-of-plotting-attacks-gets-13-years-in-prison/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Virus outbreak seen pulling stocks and baht down By THE NATION Investors have been urged to monitor the coronavirus situation and other related factors, as the baht and Stock Exchange of Thailand Index slid over the last week, while gold price gained. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146201-virus-outbreak-seen-pulling-stocks-and-baht-down/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 Three suspects arrested in Phuket drug raids By Eakkapop Thongtub Phuket native Suratree Ritthidet, 35, was arrested at a house in Soi 6 in Chao Fa Garden Home 3 housing estate in Koh Kaew. Photos: Phuket City Police PHUKET: Phuket City Police led by Sub Lt Lertpaiboon Sukhaphirom have arrested three suspects with more than 100 pills of methamphetamine (ya bah), more than six grammes of crystal meth (ya ice), a firearm and ammunition. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146203-three-suspects-arrested-in-phuket-drug-raids/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted February 1, 2020 Author Share Posted February 1, 2020 More than 100 patients under coronavirus watch in Krabi By THE NATION The Krabi Provincial Public Health Office is monitoring more than 100 patients suspected of carrying the Wuhan coronavirus, and five of them must get additional blood tests, Wittaya Watthanuengkowit, the office’s doctor, said on Friday (January 31). Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1146205-more-than-100-patients-under-coronavirus-watch-in-krabi/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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