Thailand Live Saturday 29 Jun 2013

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LPG price to be maintained until next month

BANGKOK, 29 June 2013 (NNT) - The Energy Policy Administrative Committee has resolved to maintain the household Liquefied Petroleum Gas price for another month until the end of August.

Energy Minister Pongsak Ruktapongpisal said after the meeting that the freeze on the LPG retail price at 18.13 baht per kilogram will give related agencies and affected businesses time to prepare for the impact.

The meeting also agreed to gradually raise the price of cooking gas by 50 satang a kilogramme a month from September 1 onwards. The price will rise for 12 consecutive months to reach 24.82 baht per kilogram by October 2014.The price adjustment reflects the movements of gas prices in the global market.

The Energy Policy Administrative Committee has prepared measures to lessen impact on low-income households and food vendors who will be entitled to different levels of subsidies from the agency once the price is floated. Up to 168,000 vendors nationwide can still apply for the subsidy at provincial commerce offices.


-- NNT 2013-06-29

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Number of drinkers in northern region highest in Thailand

BANGKOK, 29 June 2013 (NNT) -The number of drinkers in the northern provinces is on the rise on an annual basis, raising concerns over growing health and social problems.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649956-number-of-drinkers-in-northern-region-highest-in-thailand/

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Thailand orders 1.2 million tablet computers for pupils

BANGKOK, June 29, 2013 (AFP) - Thailand will pay $110 million to two firms to supply 1.2 million tablet computers to schools across the country, the Education Ministry announced Friday, awarding the tender for the next phase of a controversial schools policy.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649957-thailand-orders-12-million-tablet-computers-for-pupils/

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HIV, syphilis rise among gay men in Bangkok

WASHINGTON, June 29, 2013 (AFP) - Cases of HIV and syphilis among gay men in Bangkok are on the rise, according to data released by US and Thai health authorities on Friday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649958-hiv-syphilis-rise-among-gay-men-in-bangkok/

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Ayutthaya 'Warlock Policeman' Has Magic As His Side Arm

Picture: KHOASOD English

AYUTTHAYA: -- Worldly weapons are not deemed as adequate protection by a policeman in Ayutthaya province who also places his trust in supernatural power to protect his well-being as he performs his duty.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649959-ayutthaya-warlock-policeman-has-magic-as-his-side-arm/

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New gold rush
The Nation, Bloomberg


A woman selects necklaces at a gold shop in Chinatown yesterday. People flocked to buy gold after the price dropped to below Bt18,000 per baht weight (about 15 grams)

As price falls to a 34-month low, metal glitters for small savers

BANGKOK: -- Savers nationwide are flocking to gold shops, enticed by the falling price of the precious metal, which yesterday tumbled to a 34-month low amid fears of an end to the US quantitative easing policy.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649960-thailand-as-gold-price-falls-to-a-34-month-low-metal-glitters-for-small-savers/

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Reshuffle of Cabinet based on 'suitability', says Yingluck
The Nation



Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra yesterday cited "suitability" as the reason for her latest Cabinet reshuffle.

BANGKOK: -- "I stick to the principle of suitability," she said. "The government has run the country for almost two years, so it is reasonable to expect a Cabinet reshuffle."

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649961-reshuffle-of-cabinet-based-on-suitability-says-yingluck/

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Woman unveils pics with monk
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- A woman, who has been the subject of speculation in previous weeks as the reason for renowned Japanese abbot Phra Ajahn Mitsuo Gavesako leaving the monkhood, has introduced herself publicly through her Facebook page.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649963-thai-woman-unveils-pics-with-monk/

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Legalising illegal resorts 'will endanger' Thai forests

Tanpisit Lerdbamrungchai

The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Thailand will lose its forests in less than a decade if the government continues turning illegal resort operators inside national parks into legal tenants, the Seub Nakhasathien Foundation warned yesterday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649964-legalising-illegal-resorts-will-endanger-thai-forests/

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K-water warns of legal action against activists
Pongphon Sarnsamak
The Nation


K-water Thailand managing director Monton Panupokin, seated right, speaks to the media at yesterday

BANGKOK: -- Korea Water Resources Corp (K-water) yesterday insisted its financial status was in good shape and vowed to take legal action against Thai and South Korean environmental activists over allegations that it faced a financial crisis.

Full story: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/national/K-water-warns-of-legal-action-against-activists-30209354.html

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'Jealous' Saraburi Man Confessed To Murder

SARABURI: -- A man told police he emptied 3 handgun magazines shooting at his victim in Saraburi province because the victim slept with his wife.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649966-jealous-thai-man-confesses-to-murder/

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Phongthep given another 30 days to explain Thaksin passport issue
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The ombudsman has given the government another 30 days to explain why a passport was issued for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649967-phongthep-given-another-30-days-to-explain-thaksin-passport-issue/

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WATER PROJECTS
Working committee to study details of court order: Yingluck
The Nation


Srisuwan Janya, president of the Stop Global Warming Association, files a petition with the National Anti-Corruption Commission against Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra

Govt will hold public hearings in all provinces in compliance with ruling

BANGKOK: -- The government resolved yesterday to set up a working committee to interpret the Central Administrative Court's order related to the Bt350-billion water-management scheme.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649968-water-projects;-working-committee-to-study-details-of-court-order-yingluck/

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Officials find no discrepancies in Lamphun, Buri Ram
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- No discrepancies or signs of deception were found in the inspection of rice mills in Lamphun and Buri Ram provinces on Thursday and the quantity of rice in Lamphun's three rice mills was correct.

The rice in Buri Ram's six warehouses and six rice mills participating in the rice-pledging scheme also met the required quality and quantity.

However, relevant officials will continue inspecting rice mills in the two areas after discrepancies found last year cost the government more than Bt44 million.

The case was brought to prosecutors in November last year and is being examined before being taken to court. The 31 suspects behind the discrepancies included officers of the Public Warehouse Organisation, owners of the rice mills, local politicians and farmers.

After discrepancies were recently found in Phichit, farmers filed a complaint against the middlemen and a rice mill. The farmers in Muang district suffered damage worth Bt18.6 million involving up to 1,601.65 tonnes of rice, while discrepancies in Pho Thale district caused losses worth Bt2.6 million involving up to 5,000 tonnes of rice.

The Marketing Organisation for Farmers has filed a complaint against the rice mill for misappropriating funds. An arrest warrant has been issued for all involved parties.


-- The Nation 2013-06-29

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SOUTH INSURGENCY
Bomb blast in Na Thawi kills one, injures six
The Nation


A bomb went off in Songkhla

Attack a surprise as district believed to be stronghold of Muslim insurgents

SONGKHLA: -- A bomb exploded yesterday in Songkhla's Na Thawi district, killing one policeman and wounding six others, three of whom are in serious condition.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649969-bomb-blast-in-songkhlas-na-thawi-district-kills-one-injures-six/

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Life term for US woman who cut off ex-husband's penis

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649971-life-term-for-us-woman-who-cut-off-ex-husbands-penis/

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Eight soldiers killed in Thai south: army

BANGKOK, June 29, 2013 (AFP) - Eight soldiers were killed by a roadside bomb in the restive Thai south early Saturday morning, an army spokesman said.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649992-eight-soldiers-killed-in-thai-south-army/

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Random checks find Thai rice safe for consumption
By Digital Media



BANGKOK, June 29 – The Public Health Ministry has given assurances that Thai rice is safe and free from chemical residue.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649997-random-checks-find-thai-rice-safe-for-consumption/

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Opposition to impeach cabinet for water megaproject
By Digital Media

BANGKOK, June 29 – The opposition Democrat Party is planning an impeachment against Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra and her cabinet for breaching the constitution in connection with the water management megaproject.

Jurin Laksanawisit, the opposition’s chief whip, charged the government with violating Sections 57 and 67 of the constitution in holding bids for the Bt350 billion water management scheme without conducting Environmental Health Impact Assessments (EHIAs) and public hearings.

The government has also acted counter to laws preventing corruption and auction collusion, he said, referring to last week’s announcement of four bid winners, including a financially-dubious South Korean corporation, in the widely-criticised project.

The Administrative Court on Thursday ordered a halt to the project, pending EHIAs and public hearings.

Mr Jurin said the Democrat Party will submit a proposed impeachment of the cabinet to the Senate speaker next week. (MCOT online news)


-- TNA 2013-06-29

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Thai central bank to adjust GDP growth below 5.1%
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BANGKOK, June 29 – The Bank of Thailand (BoT) will review the country’s economic growth, earlier forecast at 5.1 per cent, due to several unfavourable factors, according to a senior official.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649999-thai-central-bank-to-adjust-gdp-growth-below-51/

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PM invites Thais to Food & Fruit Festival

BANGKOK, 29 June 2013 (NNT) – Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is inviting Thais to the Food & Fruit Festival 2013, being held at IMPACT until July 4.

After presiding over the opening ceremony of the Food & Fruit Festival 2013, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said the government has been placing its emphasis on developing the country’s economy, especially the One Tambon One Product (OTOP), has now become a strong foundation of the Thai economy. Not only OTOP products help uplift the economy, they also create jobs and generate income for local people.

The fair, according to Ms Yingluck, is also considered as a distribution channel for agricultural products, especially during this time of year when fruit prices are low.

Over 460 booths are set up at the fair for visitors to enjoy. The Food & Fruit Festival 2013 will be held until 4th of July at IMPACT.


-- NNT 2013-06-29

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Thailand to require foreign tourists to buy health insurance

BANGKOK, June 28 (UPI) -- Lawmakers in Thailand say they want all foreign tourists to be required to purchase travel and health insurance before arriving in their country.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/650005-thailand-to-require-foreign-tourists-to-buy-health-insurance/

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Patong ladyboys given stiff treatment, Phuket club shut down
Phuket Gazette

PHUKET: -- The Dragon Club, an erection behind the Jungceylon shopping mall in Patong (map here), was shut down on Thursday night after it was found to be hosting lewd shows in addition to doing business without a required license.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/650043-patong-ladyboys-given-stiff-treatment-phuket-club-shut-down/

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Belgian expat stabbed by Thai girlfriend out of Phuket ICU
Phuket Gazette -

Phuket expat Ferdinand Salden, 62, from Belgium, lapsed into a coma after being rushed to hospital on Wednesday night. Photo: Thawit Bilabdullar

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/649583-belgian-in-phuket-icu-after-lover-fights-back/?p=6558799#entry6558799

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RT@191Thailand: Yala bomb kills 8 soldiers (Bangkok Post)

RT@191Thailand: Villagers shot, wounded in Narathiwat (Bangkok Post)

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Finance Ministry signs loan with 4 banks for Bt350bln to be used for water mgmt projects; asserts will follow court order before money is used /MCOT

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RT @BBCAndrewH: Confirmation that Obama will not be visiting Nelson Mandela in hospital. He will meet his relatives today.

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Urgent need of A negative blood in Pattaya

Please help if you can: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/650121-urgent-need-of-negative-a-blood-in-pattaya/

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