Govt warns people of third-party violence during “Shutdown Bangkok”

BANGKOK, 5 January 2014 (NNT) - The Center for Administration of Peace and Order (CAPO) has expressed concerns over violence caused by a third-party during the occupying of Bangkok by the anti-government People’s Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) on 13 January.

On behalf of the CAPO, ICT Minister Anudit Nakhonthap said in a televised address that the PDRC’s “Shutdown Bangkok” operation worried the government and vowed to urgently bring back peace to the people. The minister also ensured safety for the general public and asked them to provide clues to the CAPO about suspicious activities.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said on her official Facebook page that the ongoing political problems could not be solved in one day. Although the general election on 2 February might put an end to the problems, it was the best solution for the present. The election and a reform would take place simultaneously, she said.

The premier urged the PDRC to fight against the government by taking part in the election and stopping its street protests.

-- NNT 2014-01-05

20 Year Old Swedish Woman Assaulted by Thai Musician

A 20 year old Swedish woman was drugged and raped by Thai musician from a popular music bar in Walking street .The woman was drugged and when she woke up the following day she received a sms from the rapist saying he had sex with her. She then told her father who immediately informed the police.

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Man Accused Of Abusing Shelter Home Boys

Chiang Mai Police have arrested Mr. Nattaphonphot Kantabuppha, 49, after Chiang Mai court granted his arrest warrant on the accusation of child sexual abuse.

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RT@Tulip_Oum: 1:45PM Yingluck admit govt can't much solve economic problems, worry protest will effect investment, election is the best solution.-@TNAMCOT

RT@RichardBarrow: This afternoon, people dressed in white released white balloons in support of February elections (Pic @ArmMatichon) pic.twitter.com/2GUFqmlqVO

PCAD Threatens Krabi Airport Seizure

Anti-government protesters in Krabi province has threatened to shut down the provincial airport if Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra refuses to resign.

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RT@RichardBarrow: More people lining up to donate money to Suthep - RT @tanatpong_nna: มวลชนทยอยบริจาคเงินระหว่างสุเทพเคลื่อนขบวน pic.twitter.com/0UcRbT9B90

Man Kills Motorcyclist Who 'Threw Beer Bottle' At Him

KHON KAEN: -- An ice delivery man hit a motorcyclist to death after the deceased threw a beer bottle at his delivery truck.

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RT@veen_NT: 3.19pm PDRC rally reaches Bamrungmuang RD. TR @MrNaling

RT@RichardBarrow: 4pm Everyone now back at Democracy Monument - RT @Phop_NTV: หน้าเวทีอนุสาวรีย์ปชต. หลังผู้ชุมนุมเดินขบวนเสร็จวันนี้ pic.twitter.com/VukPzu8tac

Thai PM: Election the best medicine for political conflicts
By English News

BANGKOK, Jan 5 – Caretaker Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said today that a general election is the best medicine to cure Thailand’s political unrest.

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RT@Saksith: @KornDemocrat: “Those thinking farangs wouldnt get our struggle, tell them to watch ‘Les Miserables’ (…)” facebook.com/photo.php?fbid…

Pheu Thai Pledges Court Fights For Election Rights

BANGKOK: -- Pheu Thai Party has announced it will seek legal actions to ensure that its candidates in southern provinces can register for the upcoming general election.

Anti-government protesters allied with the People′s Committee for Absolute Democracy With the King As Head of State (PCAD) have besieged election registration venues in 8 southern provinces the bid to derail the general election on 2 February 2014.

But Mr. Pichit Chuenban, Pheu Thai MP candidate and legal adviser to the party, said today that the legal team will file lawsuits to the Administrative Court, asking the judges to ensure the rights of Pheu Thai′s 29 candidates in 8 southern provinces to register for the election.

He believes the court would rule in his favour since Pheu Thai Party has been following the election laws in every manner.

The government has even proposed to the Election Commission (EC) that new registration venues be established to avoid the protesters′ siege, but the EC has somehow turned down that offer, Mr. Pichit said.

"The EC refuses to exercise its power according to the constitutional laws related to the election," Mr. Pichit told our correspondent, "It deliberately neglects [its duty] and cancels the registration. Such actions do not adequately protect the rights of the candidates".

Mr. Pichit also vowed to file further legal cases to every other court if the Administrative Court dismissed his lawsuit. "We will use every legal channel to fight for the rights of Pheu Thai Party and our candidates," he said.

Source: http://www.khaosod.co.th/en/view_newsonline.php?newsid=TVRNNE9Ea3hNemsyT1E9PQ==

-- Khaosod English 2014-01-05

Eusebio: Portugal football legend dies aged 71

Portugal football legend Eusebio, who was top scorer at the 1966 World Cup, has died at the age of 71.

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Injuries reported during clash in Chiang Mai between anti-govt protesters, Red Shirts, both throwing stones, bottles of water at each other /MCOT

Protest leader Suthep, his supporters return to Democracy Monument after a 6 hour, 8 km march to drum up support for Jan 13 Bangkok Shutdown /MCOT

Most worried about 'Bangkok Shutdown' impact on economy: survey
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- MOST PEOPLE are worried the economy will be crippled by the Bangkok Shutdown, according to Suan Dusit Poll.

About 54 per cent of the 1,159 people polled in Greater Bangkok said they were afraid the mass rallies planned by the anti-government movement to paralyse the capital would strangle economic activity.

About three out of four of the respondents were apprehensive about the escalation of the situation.

When asked about their feelings toward the Bangkok Shutdown, 47 per cent asked all sides to think about the public's common interest.

The opinion survey was conducted from Thursday-Saturday.

-- The Nation 2014-01-05

Northern people warned of another cold spell approaching this week
By English News

LAMPANG, Jan 5 - Residents in Thailand's northern region have been warned to prepare for another cold spell this week as temperature had been warming recently.

Lampang meteorological station chief Thiva Phanmaisi said the temperature in the province has risen 1-3 degrees after the New Year period with average temperature in the city around 15-17 degree Celsius and 7-9 degree Celsius for mountaintops.

However, he said a new high pressure system from China will prevail over the North of Thailand between Jan 9-11, resulting in renewed cold to a very cold weather in the region with patches of thick morning fogs.

The temperature at night is expected to drop by 2 to 4 degree Celsius and frost is likely to appear in some areas.

The Lower Northeast meteorological centre in Ubon Ratchthani province also reported that cold weather will continue in the region and the temperature will drop further by 1 to 2 degree Celsius.

Ubon Ratchathani disaster prevention and mitigation official Kanchit Kongsomkong said about 45,000 relief packages for the cold spell have been distributed to local residents in 16 districts. The office is also seeking an additional Bt32 million of budget to procure more aid kits for the entire cold-affected population of 300,000 people.(MCOT online news)

-- TNA 2014-01-05

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