Thailand Live Tuesday 26 May 2015

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Rest home fire in central China kills 38

BEIJING (AP) — A rest home fire in central China killed 38 people and injured six, Chinese state media reported Tuesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828056-fire-kills-38-at-seniors-home-in-china/

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Filipino nurses 'in demand in UK, Ireland'

MANILA: -- The Department of Labour and Employment (DOLE) of the Philippines said on Monday that United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland have opened their doors to more overseas Filipino workers (OFW) this year after they announced around 700 openings for Filipino nurses, Manila Bulletin reported.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828060-filipino-nurses-in-demand-in-uk-ireland/

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SET up 2.07 points at opening /Bangkok Post

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NIDA Poll: Industrial sector expects economy to stabilize in latter half of 2015

BANGKOK, 26 May 2015, (NNT) - The latest survey from the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) has indicated that the industrial sector expects the economy to stabilize in the latter half of this year.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828062-nida-poll-industrial-sector-expects-economy-to-stabilize-in-latter-half-of-2015/

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NESDB: 4 major factors in Thai society

BANGKOK, 26 May 2015, (NNT) - The Office of National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) has urged the government to follow closely four influential factors affecting Thai society, while asking raise the smoking age to 20.

NESDB Deputy Secretary-General Chutinart Wongsuban explained the four indicators range from farmers’ income to labor shortages.

She said the government should pay attention to the declining income of agricultural operators affected by drought, adding that the production and service sectors are facing a similar issue due to reduced work hours.

The second factor is the unemployment rate, Ms. Chutinart said, citing more graduates are entering the labor market at a time where labor demand is low.

The third factor is the lack of skilled labor and the fourth is the preparedness of human resources for future infrastructure development projects.

Meanwhile, the board also suggested that the government urgently impose a new tobacco law that bans cigarette sales to minors below the age of 20.


-- NNT 2015-05-26

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Brides for sale: European women lured for sham marriages
By SYLVIA HUI and KAREL JANICEK

LONDON (AP) — Klara Balogova was 18, penniless and heavily pregnant when she rode thousands of miles from Slovakia to England to marry a man she had never met.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828066-brides-for-sale-european-women-lured-for-sham-marriages/

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Obama at Arlington: Never stop paying tribute to the fallen
By DARLENE SUPERVILLE

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — President Barack Obama on Monday saluted Americans who died in battle, saying the country must "never stop trying to fully repay them" for their sacrifices. He noted it was the first Memorial Day in 14 years without U.S. forces engaged in a major ground war.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828067-obama-at-arlington-never-stop-paying-tribute-to-the-fallen/

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PM says Thailand will continue to provide humanitarian assistance to Rohingya'

BANGKOK, 26 May 2015 (NNT) - The Prime Minister has insisted that the government will do its best to provide humanitarian assistance to the stateless Rohingya minority.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828070-pm-says-thailand-will-continue-to-provide-humanitarian-assistance-to-rohingya/

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All but only Thai TV pay 8.4 billion baht licence fee yesterday



BANGKOK: -- The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) says operators of 22 digital TV channels have paid a combined licence fees of 8,404.422 million baht yesterday with only one operator failing to pay.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828072-all-but-only-thai-tv-pay-84-billion-baht-licence-fee/

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Citizenship changes to deal with terrorism

CANBERRA: -- THE federal government will legislate to strip dual citizens involved in terrorism of their Australian citizenship.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828073-dual-citizen-terrorists-will-be-stripped-of-their-australian-passport-under-a-govt-plan/

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Heat Wave Death Toll Exceeds 700 in India - Reports
Over 700 people have died from sunstroke across two southern Indian states amid exceedingly high temperatures, local media reported Tuesday.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) — The outlet added the death toll in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in the country's southeast has grown in recent days as average temperatures there averaged 45 degrees Celsius (113 Fahrenheit).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828077-heat-wave-death-toll-exceeds-700-in-india-reports/

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Southern militants burn car tyres to lure authorities into traps



SONGKHLA: -- Southern militants continued their subversive activities with the burning of car tyres at more than 10 locations in Sabayoi and Thepa districts of Songkhla province Monday night.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828082-southern-militants-burn-car-tyres-to-lure-authorities-into-traps/

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MOPH advises against ingesting unknown mushrooms

CHIANG MAI, 26 May 2015 (NNT) - The Ministry of Public Health has warned people against ingesting unfamiliar mushrooms, as many poisonous ones thrive during the rainy season.

Dr. Surasingh Visarutarat of the Chiang Mai Public Health Office said people should be mindful of what mushrooms they choose to eat, some of which are extremely poisonous.

The public has been cautioned to only use mushrooms found regularly in household meals and refrain from trying new or wild varieties.

Some mushrooms can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, and can vary depending on the amount eaten and the person.


-- NNT 2015-05-26

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Phuket lucky number plate auction raises B20m
Nattha Thepbamrung


A bevy of pretty girls were on hand to tempt buyers.

PHUKET: -- Bidders in the lucky car number plate auction last weekend (May 23 and 24) paid out B20,552,000 for plates they hope will bring them luck, wealth or simply a good life.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828099-phuket-lucky-number-plate-auction-raises-b20m/

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Court 'anarchy' vandal arrested
By Coconuts Bangkok


Photo: @Kaew_TRnews

BANGKOK: -- Police last night arrested a young man for spraying anarchy symbols on the sign of the Criminal Court this past weekend.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828100-court-anarchy-vandal-arrested/

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Community residents urge Prayut to review Orange Line rerouting



BANGKOK: -- Prachasongkroh community residents in Bangkok this morning gathered at Government House calling for the prime minister to review the "Orange Line" project after learning of a plan to reroute the rail line that will cut into their communities.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828101-community-residents-urge-prayut-to-review-orange-line-rerouting/

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B.B. King death probed as homicide after poison claim: coroner

WASHINGTON (AFP) - Police in Las Vegas have launched a homicide investigation into the death of B.B. King, a Nevada coroner's office said Monday, after the blues guitar legend's daughters reportedly accused his aides of poisoning him.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828021-lawyer-says-allegations-bb-king-was-poisoned-ridiculous/?p=9447615

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Meth seizures quadruple across much of Asia-Pacific: UN
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BANGKOK: -- Methamphetamine seizures across much of the Asia-Pacific region have quadrupled over five years, the UN said Tuesday, citing rising wealth as one reason for a boom in production and consumption.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828143-meth-seizures-quadruple-across-much-of-asia-pacific-un/

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Former student arrested for spray painting “Anarchy” symbol at Criminal Court wall



BANGKOK: -- A 22-year-old former university student in Bangkok was arrested Monday night and accused of spray painting the concrete fence wall of the Criminal Court with the "Anarchy" symbol.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828100-court-anarchy-vandal-arrested/#entry9447976

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NRC member proposes amnesty in draft charter
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Boonlert Kachayutthadej, a member of the National Reform Council, has proposed that the Constitution Drafting Committee add a provisional clause to grant amnesty to demonstrators of all sides that are facing legal case.

He said the amnesty should cover protests from September 19 2006 to May 22 2014.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/NRC-member-proposes-amnesty-in-draft-charter-30260941.html


-- The Nation 2015-05-26

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Thai Govt's Boat People Policy 'Illegal, Helps Trafficking Trade'
By Khaosod English


Refugees from Myanmar and Bangladesh are rescued by Aceh fishermen in Julok, East Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia, 20 May 2015. . EPA/STR

BANGKOK — The Thai government's policy of allowing boats of migrants in Thai waters to continue to a third country is illegal and indirectly supports the human trafficking trade, according to a member of the Lawyer Council of Thailand.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828146-thai-govts-boat-people-policy-illegal-helps-trafficking-trade/

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Thai exports drop 4 months running by 3.99 percent



BANGKOK: -- Thai exports for the month of April shrank 1.7 percent for the fourth consecutive month bringing the combined export slide for four months to 3.99 percent, according to the latest figures from the Commerce Ministry.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828147-thai-exports-drop-4-months-running-by-399-percent/

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EGAT ensures cleanest coal technology for Krabi power plant

KRABI, 26 May 2015 (NNT) – The EGAT Governor has addressed public concern, regarding the construction of the Krabi power plant, saying that the plant will utilize the cleanest coal technology available.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828149-egat-ensures-cleanest-coal-technology-for-krabi-power-plant/

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Thailand and Cambodia to hold talks on preventing illegal logging

UBON RATCHATHANI, 26 May 2015 (NNT) – Ubon Ratchathani Province is to confer with Cambodian provinces to set up measures against illegal tree logging along their border.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828151-thailand-and-cambodia-to-hold-talks-on-preventing-illegal-logging/

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Trang's tour operators complain about closure of Hat Chao Mai marine park



TRANG: -- Hat Chao Mai national park in Trang province will be closed for four months starting June 1 until September 30 for the safety of tourists and also to allow the marine environments to rehabilitate.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828154-trangs-tour-operators-complain-about-closure-of-hat-chao-mai-marine-park/

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Iranian and Thai environment ministers meet to advance bilateral cooperation

BANGKOK, 26 May 2015 (NNT) - Natural Resources and Environment Minister General Dapong Rattanasuwan has welcomed his Iranian counterpart Her Excellency Dr. Masoumeh Ebtekar to discuss environmental cooperation.

Their talk was held at the United Nations Office in Bangkok. Both shared their opinions and addressed issues surrounding endangered species, national parks, and land and marine resources.

Thailand and Iran have been attempting to establish bilateral cooperation, particularly regarding the coastal environment. They have also exchanged ideas about water management.

The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources and the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation also had a chance to show to H.E. Dr. Mosoumeh and her entourage the environmental conservation efforts in Samut Prakarn province.


-- NNT 2015-05-26

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Being Black in Thailand: We’re Treated Better Than Africans, and Boy Do We Hate It
Black expats in Thailand and Australia describe the guilt they feel living fairly privileged lives in comparison with the discrimination that African immigrants and Aborigines face.
BY: DIANA OZEMEBHOYA EROMOSELE

In all fairness, the Thai police officer was absolutely right for approaching the swing set and telling Stephanie Stew’s friend—a grown woman in her 30s—to get off the swing.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828161-being-black-in-thailand-were-treated-better-than-africans-and-boy-do-we-hate-it/

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Operators of copying machines warned of health hazards from chemicals in the machines



BANGKOK: -- The Public Health Ministry has warned against health hazards posed by toxic chemicals and fluorescent light used in copying machines.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/828162-operators-of-copying-machines-warned-of-health-hazards-from-chemicals-in-the-machines/

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BAGHDAD (AP) - Iraq announces launch of operation to retake western Anbar province from Islamic State.

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Nakhon Sawan governor launches regional rice exhibition

NAKHON SAWAN, 26 May 2015 (NNT) - The Nakhon Sawan Governor has launched a rice exhibition of the lower North provinces.

Governor Chayapol Thitisak has presided over the opening ceremony of the lower northern provinces rice exhibition, including Nakhon Sawan, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit and Uthai Thani provinces.

The exhibition is aimed at developing and promoting regional rice products, as well as expanding trade channels to international markets and the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC). The event is also meant to maximize competitiveness within the area and build its brand trust for the future.

Activities in the event include a fair for rice products and premium quality processed rice sold directly from farmers and food vendors. Also available are demonstrations and exhibitions on rice, as well as a rice auction.

The lower northern region provinces are regarded as the country's major grain production base. Rice represents the main source of income for the region, where it is grown on nine million hectares, or 12 percent of the country’s land use for rice. The region also produces more than four million tons of rice grains, or 13 percent of the country’s total volume.


-- NNT 2015-05-26