Thailand Live Friday 26 Sep 2014

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Expats complain about traffic, but police say crackdown working

Unclear traffic and road signs sometimes cannot be seen, and when they are, often don’t make much sense, such as this ““through the left ventricle” sign.

PATTAYA: -- Foreign drivers in Pattaya might be excused for violating traffic rules. After all, the traffic signs, if visible at all, often aren’t in English and, even when they are, can make as much sense as “through the left ventricle.”

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763545-expats-complain-about-traffic-but-police-say-crackdown-working/

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Four men sought for vicious Phuket attack on Chinese tourist
Darawan Naknakhon


Guo Xing after the attack, in a photo taken by one of the witnesses.

PHUKET: -- Police are searching for four men caught on camera assaulting a Chinese tourist last night (September 25) at Baan Baipor Apartment in Talad Neua.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763571-four-men-sought-for-vicious-phuket-attack-on-chinese-tourist/

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Social Development Min: Human trafficking situation in better direction

BANGKOK, 26 September 2014(NNT) – Minister of Social Development and Human Security Adul Saengsingkaew has confirmed much progress in the effort to curb human trafficking activities in Thailand as all authorities involved abide by the international standard approach.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763577-thai-social-development-min-human-trafficking-situation-in-better-direction/

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Fourth Army to regulate migrant workers in Koh Tao



BANGKOK: -- The Fourth Army Region will meet all service operators in Koh Tao in an effort to regulate all foreign workers in Koh Tao island.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763578-fourth-army-to-regulate-migrant-workers-on-koh-tao/

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Animal rights group calls for anti animal cruelty law

BANGKOK: -- Animal rights advocates have called on the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) to speedily promulgate an anti animal cruelty law to prevent animal cruelty, and ensure the wellbeing of animals.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763532-nla-asked-to-finally-make-long-standing-draft-of-animal-cruelty-bill-into-thai-law/#entry8440806

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Solutions to low water level in Banglang Reservoir, Yala

YALA, 26 September 2014 (NNT) -- Acting Sub Lieutenant Lertkiat Wongpothipan, the Deputy Secretary General of the Southern Border Provinces Administrative Center, reports that the low water level in Banglang Reservoir in Yala has been causing water access problems for the people in the area.

The Center called for a meeting with responsible authorities to improve management of the water supply by building understanding and establishing mutual cooperation. There must be a clear plan for the transfer of water from Banglang Reservoir to Pattani Reservoir for agricultural, environmental and consumption purposes.

Another important issue involves the draining of saline water from the Pattani and Saiburi Rivers, while maintaining water levels. Suggestions to manage water usage include allowing people to use water only at specific times, but not the entire 24 hours, encouraging people to save water, and using water from other sources such as canals.

Mr. Kati chonnanibumrung, the Director of the Banglang Power Plant in Bannang Sata District, Yala, said that there has been a weekly arrangement to drain water from Banglang Reservoir to Pattani. This caused the water level to become too low, the lowest in the 33 years since the reservoir was built. So there needs to be an evaluation of the water supply and a management plan by the offices involved in Yala and Pattani to increase the quantity of water and ensure long-term benefits for people.


-- NNT 2014-09-26

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PRD Director General confirms Music in the Garden to continue but frequency to be reduced to twice a month

BANGKOK, 26 September 2014 (NNT) -- Mr. Aphinant Chantarangsi, the Director General of the Public Relations Department (PRD), has presided over the opening ceremony of the 17th Music in the Garden to Return Happiness to People under the title of "Rattanakosin ... the Land that Molds Our Hearts.” This week’s concert featured Sutipong Wattanajung or Chomphu Fruity, a well-known singer, song writer and record producer. The event also featured other great singers including MR Jirakom Kittiyakorn and singers from the PRD Band.

The Director-General of the Public Relations Department, said that people were still very interested in Music in the Garden, however; the National Council for Peace and Order's (NCPO) implementation has entered the second phase which focuses on finding answers to people’s problems in order to reform the country in all aspects. The PRD now has to reduce the frequency of the event to twice a month starting from October. The concerts will be held on the first and third Thursdays of the month, instead of on a weekly basis.

The next “Music in the Garden” event will be held on Thursday 2nd October 2014. This 18th concert features Charas Feung-arom.


-- NNT 2014-09-26

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Complete guide to Phuket Vegetarian Festival events


There are plenty more parades to come featuring mah song' with pierced faces.

PHUKET: -- The Vegetarian Festival is now on. Here's a schedule for the coming days:

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763592-complete-guide-to-phuket-vegetarian-festival-events/

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Brazil releases 'good' mosquitoes to fight dengue fever

(BBC) Brazilian researchers in Rio de Janeiro have released thousands of mosquitoes infected with bacteria that suppress dengue fever.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763617-brazil-releases-good-mosquitoes-to-fight-dengue-fever/

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PHUKET: Aircraft woes leave Chinese stranded in Phuket
Tanyaluk Sakoot


Two aircraft’s from Jet Asia Airways have problems today (September 26). Photo Mj-bird.

PHUKET: -- Around 400 Chinese holidaymakers are currently stranded temporarily in Phuket after two aircraft’s from Jet Asia Airways had problems.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763619-aircraft-woes-leave-chinese-stranded-in-phuket/

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Lumpini police to indict doctor in surrogacy cases within next week



BANGKOK: -- Lumpini station police said they expected to indict Dr Pisit Tantiwattanakul, owner of All IVF Clinic, by the end of this month, on two charges in connection with the surrogacy cases provided for a Japanese father.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763621-bangkok-lumpini-police-to-indict-doctor-in-surrogacy-cases-within-next-week/

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NESDB organises brainstorming session on developing people
By Digital Content



BANGKOK, Sept 26 -- Thailand's National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) today held its annual brainstorming session entitled ‘Developing People for Thailand’s Future.’

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763625-thailands-nesdb-organises-brainstorming-session-on-developing-people/

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Draft law on amending intellectual property rights under consideration
By Digital Content



BANGKOK, Sept 26 -- A draft law amending Thailand's intellectual property rights is expected to be approved by the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) and enforced soon, according to Deputy Commerce Minister Apiradi Tantraporn.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763628-draft-law-on-amending-thailands-intellectual-property-rights-under-consideration/

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Woman crushed, power disrupted following Sattahip car crash

SATTAHIP: -- A woman driver was critically injured after a tire blew, sending her Honda careening through eight light poles in Sattahip.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763570-woman-crushed-power-disrupted-following-sattahip-car-crash/

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Leo Bonten, 53, turns leg into lamp and tries to auction it on eBay

SYDNEY: -- SOME people will lose an arm and a leg to get a sale on eBay — literally.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763633-dutch-man-turns-amputated-leg-into-a-lamp-tries-to-sell-it-on-ebay/

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Sakaeo Municipality launches ‘Water drops innovation, Reduce mosquito larva’

SAKAEO, 26 September 2014 (NNT) – Sakaeo's Vice Governor has presided over the opening of the campaign launch of "Water drops Innovation’ to reduce Mosquito Larvae".

After the increased rates of dengue fever last year, the public and private sectors have collaborated to remove the hotbed of common household mosquitoes, using five methods including transferring water, covering water supplies, discarding waste water, maintaining water containers, and eliminating mosquito eggs and larvae.

Sakaeo Province has devised an innovation to interrupt the mosquito life circle by using a water drops innovation. Most people in the sample group were satisfied with test results since it saved water with no chemical substances.

However, people are asked to prevent dengue fever by eliminating waterlogged resources at least once a week.


-- NNT 2014-09-26

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Will ISIS brutality backfire?
By Jason Miks, CNN

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763635-will-isis-brutality-backfire/

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NLA Grants Itself Open-Ended Impeachment Power
By Khaosod English


Former PM Yingluck Shinawatra at the Vegetarian festival in Bangkok's Chinatown on 24 Sept 2014.

BANGKOK — The military-dominated National Legislative Assembly has granted itself the authority impeach political office holders, without elaborating on the the scope of the new power or how it will be put to use.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763638-nla-grants-itself-open-ended-impeachment-power/

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The Who unveil first new song in eight years

(BBC) Rock legends The Who have unveiled their first song in eight years as they mark their 50th anniversary.

Full story: http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-29374342

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NLA passes first reading of Homeless Protection bill

BANGKOK, 26 September 2014 (NNT) – The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) has passed the first reading of the bill to protect homeless people.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763666-nla-passes-first-reading-of-homeless-protection-bill/

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Prison chiefs face punishment if phones or drugs found in jails
Piyanut Tumnukasetchai
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Justice Minister Paiboon Khumchaya has vowed to take action against prison chiefs if any banned items such as illicit drugs or mobile phones are found in their facilities.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763669-thai-prison-chiefs-face-punishment-if-phones-or-drugs-found-in-jails/

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Seawall for Phuket's Surin Beach discussed
Saran Mitrarat


Stormy weather in June chewed big chunks out of the Surin Beach shoreline, knocking down palm trees.

PHUKET: -- Officials led by Vice-Governor Sommai Preechasilpa met on Wednesday afternoon (September 24) to discuss a coastal erosion protection plan for Surin beach.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763672-seawall-for-phukets-surin-beach-discussed/

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Japan wants to invest in Thailand's basic infrastructure
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NEW YORK, Sept 26 -- Japan wants to invest in Thailand’s basic infrastructure development projects including a high-speed train, urban rail transportation, satellite technology and water management, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Gen Tanasak Patimapragorn on Friday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763676-japan-wants-to-invest-in-thailands-basic-infrastructure/

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Myanmar has full confidence in Thai government: Thai ambassador
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NAY PYI TAW, Sept 26 -- The Myanmar government has full confidence in Thailand’s interim government led by Gen Prayuth Chan-o-cha, especially regarding vital projects which concern both neighbouring countries, Thai ambassador to Yangon Pisanu Suvanajata said today.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763678-myanmar-has-full-confidence-in-thai-government-thai-ambassador/

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Koh Tao Murder: Police 'Willing' To Probe Abuse of Burmese Suspects
By Khaood English

SURAT THANI — A senior Thai police officer has promised to investigate the claim that police abused Burmese migrant workers while interrogating them about the murder of two British tourists in southern Thailand last week.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763684-koh-tao-murder-police-willing-to-probe-abuse-of-burmese-suspects/

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BANGKOK: -- The Central Administrative Court has ruled in favor of Channel 3 to have its original Channel 3 analogue to be broadcast on satellite and cable TV networks, but till October 11, not until end of October as requested by the channel.

The court’s ruling came after Channel 3 petitioned the court against the order of the National Broadcasting Commission for satellite and cable TV networks to stop rebroadcasting original Channel 3 dialogue programs from September 30.

Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/64340/

-- Thai PBS 2014-09-26

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NLA will be asked by NACC to impeach Ms Yingluck and other Pheu Thai ex-MPs

BANGKOK: -- The National Anti-Corruption Commission will submit to the National Legislative Assembly next week two impeachment cases, one regarding constitutional amendments to change the composition of the Senate and the other concerning with the rice pledging scheme.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763713-nla-will-be-asked-by-nacc-to-impeach-ms-yingluck-and-other-pheu-thai-ex-mps/

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German's deportation under way

PATTAYA: -- The Immigration Bureau will begin the process of deporting a German who was found enjoying the nightlife in Pattaya after begging for money on Bangkok streets.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/763274-german-beggar-spends-donated-cash-drinkin-and-partyin-in-pattaya/page-13?p=8443032#entry8443032

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RT @W7VOA: Gen. Prayuth: “There is no corruption” in the transparent selection process of reform council members. #ThaiCoup