Thailand Live Sunday 10 Nov 2013

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RT@isAMare: Reds started to disperse at about 1. 45pm . Traffic on Rajdamri road in front of CTW has returned to normal

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RT@robertamsterdam: #Democracy is premised upon #ruleoflaw and equality before the law. Judges must serve only the law. #Thailand

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RT@CoconutsBangkok: Flooding in Petchburi @iannnnn pic.twitter.com/kLTw3nSLzS

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Haiyan changes course

Hanoi - Thousands of people were heading home in central Vietnam Sunday after Typhoon Haiyan changed course and was expected to make landfall a day later.

Around 200,000 people relocated in Quang Nam province were on the central coast were allowed to return as the brunt of the storm was expected to pass on by.

"Everyone is being told they can go home now, we’re looking forward to it," said Caroline Mills, a British travel writer who lives on the coast near Hoi An town in the province. "All of our

neighbours were evacuated."

Officials now predict the typhoon will make landfall in Thanh Hoa province, farther north than originally expected, at about 9 am Monday.

"The prediction at the moment is that the storm has weakened overnight. It was predicted yesterday to potentially be a category three or two, and now it’s predicted to hit as a tropical storm when it makes landfall," Red Cross Vietnam director Michael Annears said.

On Saturday, authorities relocated about 500,000 people from central provinces ahead of the storm, according to local media. Schools were closed and fishing boats off the coast of central and southern provinces were told to return to shore or leave dangerous areas

-- The Nation 2013-11-10

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UPDATE:

Wife's friend arrested for Jakkrit's murder
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Voraphanphuree Montreeareekul, a friend of Nithiwadee Phucharoenyos, wife of slain Olympian shooter Jakkrit Panichpatikum, was arrested Sunday.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/680625-suspected-gunman-in-jakkrit-killing-arrested/#entry7021769

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Red Shirt movement organise activities at Ratchaprasong intersection before moving to Muangthong; commuters advised to avoid gathering areas /MCOT

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DSI warns protest leaders, supporters

Department of Special Investigation (DSI) chief Tarit Pengdith Sunday gave a stern warning to anti-government protest leaders and their financial supporters.

In a statement released Sunday, he urged all to stop, to uphold democracy and the rule of law and restore the peace.

He said that there is no more reason to support their actions, given that all coalition parties agreed not to revisit the controversial amnesty bill

-- The Nation 2013-11-10

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RT@‏@veen_NT: Jatuporn with Red Sunday Group (@nationphoto by Pramote Putthaisong) #amnestybill pic.twitter.com/Q9bcovafs2

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RT@veen_NT Over 40 schools in Buriram close on Mon and Tue in the wake of ICJ Preah Vihear verdict. via @sao_nnaesan

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Temporary closure of Buri Ram schools
The Nation

The Buri Ram Primary Educational Service Area issued Sunday the order to close over 40 schools in Ban Kruad district, ahead of the verdict on the Preah Vihear.

They will be closed for two days - November 11 and 12

-- The Nation 2013-11-10

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Pheu Thai denies it proposes House dissolution

BANGKOK: -- The Pheu Thai Party denied Sunday that its strategic committee has recommended the government to dissolve the House following mounting protests against amnesty bill.

Pheu Thai spokesman Prompong Nopparit said the party's strategic committee did not hold a meeting on Saturday as reported.

He said the Pheu Thai only invited the leaders of three coalition partners to sign a public contract on Saturday and the strategic commitee did not have any meeting. The coalition signed the public contract that it would not revive the amnesty bill after it is rejected by the Senate.

"I think the false news was spread with political purpose," Prompong said, adding that he had checked with the government leaders who also ruled out House dissolution

-- The Nation 2013-11-10

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RT@veen_NT: Some reds has left for UDD-led rally at MuanthongUtd stadium while many others remain at Ratchaprasong till 7pm. via @koboondham

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RT@RichardBarrow: 3:40pm Road in front of Central World from Ratchaprasong to Pratunam still closed. Some say for a couple more hours pic.twitter.com/GXL8DScfHs

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Coalition MPs to send written promise to House speaker not to revive bill

BANGKOK: -- Pheu Thai MP Pichit Chuenban, a legal expert, said Sunday that he would propose to the coalition to have all coalition MPs affirm in a letter to the House speaker that they would not revive the rejected amnesty bill.

Pichit said the reaffirmation letter by the coalition MPs would prompt the society to believe that the government has really aborted the amnesty efforts.

-- The Nation 2013-11-10

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UPDATE:

POLITICS
Pracha denies crackdown rumours
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Deputy Prime Minister Pracha Promnok Sunday quashed all rumours that highlight a possible government crackdown on anti-government protesters.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/680496-thai-govt-warns-of-tough-action-if-protests-against-amnesty-bill-escalate-irrationally/page-4?p=7021994#entry7021994

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Red shirts rally in support of govt

BANGKOK: -- Tens of thousands of red-shirt people rallied at Muang Thong Thani Sunday evening in support of the government.

After they rallied at Ratchaprasong in the morning, the red shirts move to demonstrate at the purpose ground of Muang Thong Thani.

They said the rally was held to protect democracy. The rally was held after many groups of people came out on streets to protest against the amnesty bill.

-- The Nation 2013-11-10

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Phuket Opinion: Why I’m keeping my dumbphone
Phuket Gazette -

Damian’s telephone does all he wants it to do. Photo: Saran Mitrarat

PHUKET: Life today is inundated with myriad marvelous advances in technology, not least in the realm of personal telecommunications. I can’t go anywhere without encountering the latest news, entertainment, music or point of view being delivered by a screen a short distance away, a friend within range of such a screen, or by someone’s smart phone.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/680693-phuket-opinion-why-im-keeping-my-dumbphone/

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Daily Weather Forecast Distribution On Sunday 10 November 2013 Time issued 1100 LST

General Situation

Weather Forecast for Thailand from Sunday Noon to Monday Noon

Northern Thailand Cool with isolated thundershowers. Minimum temperature 19-24 ?C. Maximum temperature 31-33 ?C. Cold to very cold on mountaintops. Minimum temperature 8-15 ?C Northeasterly winds 10-30 km/hr.

Northeastern Thailand Scattered thundershowers mostly in the eastern part. Minimum temperature 20-22 ?C. Maximum temperature 31-32 ?C. Cool to cold on mountaintops. Minimum temperature 12-18 ?C. Northeasterly winds 10-30 km/hr.

Central Thailand Isolated shower in the lower part. Minimum temperature 23-24 ?C. Maximum temperature 30-33 ?C. Cool on mountaintops. Minimum temperature 18-22 ?C. Easterly winds 10-30 km/hr.

Eastern Thailand Widely scattered thundershowers mostly in Rayong, Chanthaburi and Trat. Minimum temperature 23-24 ?C. Maximum temperature 30-34 ?C. Cool on mountaintops. Minimum temperature 18-22 ?C. Easterly winds 15-35 km/hr. Wave height 1-2 meters.

Southern Thailand East Coast Scattered thundershowers mostly in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon and Surat Thani. Minimum temperature 22-25 ?C. Maximum temperature 30-32 ?C. Easterly winds 15-35 km/hr. Wave height 1-2 meters and about 2 meters in thundershowers areas.

Southern Thailand West Coast Cloudy with scattered thundershowers mostly in Ranong, Phang-nga and Phuket.Minimum temperature 21-24 ?C. Maximum temperature 30-33 ?C. Easterly winds 15-35 km/hr. Wave height 1-2 meters and above 2 meters in thundershowers areas.

Bangkok Metropolis and Vicinity Cloudy with 40% chance of rain. Minimum temperature 24-25 ?C. Maximum temperature 33-34 ?C. Easterly winds 10-30 km/hr.

Daily Weather Forecast Distribution On Sunday 10 November 2013

Northern No rain reported.
Tn 9.4 at Doi Inthanon, A.Chom Thong, C.Chiang Mai Tx 34.6 at A.Mae Sariang, C.Mae Hong Son

Northeastern No rain reported.
Tn 12.0 at National Park and Phu Luang Sanctuary, A.Phu Rua, C.Loei Tx 33.2 at A.Mueang, C.Nong Khai

Central Isolated rain. Maximum 2.0 mm.at A.Mueang, C.Kanchanaburi
Tn 21.0 at A.Tha Rua, C.Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Tx 33.8 at A.Mueang, C.Nakhon Sawan

Eastern Widely scattered rain. Maximum 19.0 mm.at A.Mueang, C.Rayong
Tn 16.3 at Khao Yai National Park A.Muang C.Nakhon Nayok Tx 33.8 at A.Mueang, C.Prachin Buri

Southern(East Coast) Fairly widespread rain. Maximum 75.0 mm.at A.Tha Chang, C.Surat Thani
Tn 22.2 at A.Kanchanadit, C.Surat Thani Tx 33.5 at A.Phun Pin, C.Surat Thani

Southern(West Coast)Fairly widespread rain. Maximum 12.9 mm.at A.Mueang, C.Trang
Tn 22.6 at A.Nuea Khlong, C.Krabi Tx 34.0 at A.Mueang, C.Trang

Bangkok and Vicinity Scattered rain. Maximum 5.6 mm.at Sirikit Center, Khet Khlong Toei, Bangkok
Tn 23.9 at Meteorological Department, Khet Bang Na,Bangkok Tx 34.0 at Don Mueang Airport Khet Don Mueang, Bangkok

-- NNT 2013-11-10

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More roads closed as mobs grow bigger

BANGKOK, 10 November 2013 (NNT) - The Traffic Police Division announces that more roads are closed due to the amnesty bill protests on Ratchadamnoen Road and the areas surrounding Government and Parliament Houses.

Traffic on Ratchadamnoen Khlang, from Kokwua Junction to Democracy Monument, is completely closed as the number of Democrat-led protesters increases on Sunday. Two middle lanes of the road from Phan Fa Junction to the monument are still opened. As for the roads surrounding Government House, some parts of them are blocked with vehicle screening checkpoints.

Commuters are strongly advised to avoid four main roads affected by the demonstrations—Phitsanulok, Si Ayutthaya, Ratchadamnoen and Ratchawithi. Double concrete barriers have been erected at Khattiyani Junction near Parliament House.

-- NNT 2013-11-10

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Poll: People have less confidence in Govt, plead for peace

BANGKOK, 10 November 2013 (NNT) - An ABAC Poll finds that people’s confidence in the government decreases. They believe a coup d'?tat is not a solution to the political deadlock and call on peace for the country.

The poll, conducted by Assumption University from 4-9 November 2013, shows a majority of people or 72% have less confidence in the government and 70% do not believe that a coup d'?tat will help solve political problems. 77% say they are glad to see people gather to express their disagreement with the amnesty bill since the demonstrations reflect unity among Thais. 23% of the respondents say they are indifferent to the demonstrations as they believe people are jumping on the bandwagon.

In addition, 89% say they want Thailand to be peaceful and want to see all sectors join hands in tackling political problems. 11% of the respondents say they want the protesters to continue fighting. On democracy, 84% say they still believe democracy can pull Thailand out of the political crisis despite bad politicians. 87% say they want all politicians to adhere to the democratic process for the development of the country.

-- NNT 2013-11-10

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RT‏@RichardBarrow: Some of the souvenirs being sold at the anti-amnesty rallies in #Bangkok pic.twitter.com/tFUpHssJTk

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Weather Advisory
"Typhoon HAIYAN"
No. 9 Time Issued : November 10, 2013

At 10.00 p.m. (10 November 2013), Typhoon HAIYAN over the Gulf of Tonkin is centered about 220 kilometers east of Ha Noi, Vietnam or at latitude 19.8 degree North, longitude 107.5 degree East with maximum sustained winds about 150 km/hr. It is moving northwest at speed of 30 km/hr to make landfall over Ha Noi by tomorrow (11 November). More rain is likely in the eastern Northeast, as well as stronger wind wave in the Gulf of Thailand during 1-2 days.

During 12-16 November, another rather strong high pressure from China will come to upper Thailand with shower, following by a decrease in temperature over the area.

The advisory will be effect on 10 November 2013 at 11.00 p.m.


(Signed) Worapat Tiewthanom
(Mr Worapat Tiewthanom)
Director-General, Thai Meteorological Department

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