Thailand Live Wednesday 3 Jun 2015

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Lottery tickets will be available at PTT pumps nationwide



BANGKOK: -- PTT Plc will allow handicapped vendors to sell lottery tickets at its 1,500 pumps nationwide and will also buy unsold tickets from them.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830017-thai-lottery-tickets-will-be-available-at-ptt-pumps-nationwide/

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Empower calls for investigation into Leicester City footballers' sex tape

Bangkok:- The Empower Foundation, an organization in Thailand helping underprivileged women, has called on Thai police to investigate whether three development squads of the Leicester City Football Club had sex with three under-age Thai women.

The foundation said it appeared in the clips that the women might be under 18 years old, which would render the sex act illegal.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830018-empower-calls-for-investigation-into-leicester-city-footballers-sex-tape/

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SET up 4.84 points at opening /Bangkok Post

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Nigerian dies trying to smuggle drugs in abdomen
The Jakarta Post/Asia News Network

JAKARTA: -- A Nigerian died when his intestines spilled out of his body on the Sedyatmo toll road near the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, after he allegedly tore open his own abdomen to remove capsules of drugs.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830038-indonesia-nigerian-dies-trying-to-smuggle-drugs-in-abdomen/

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Cabinet approves billions of baht to improve railway crossings and road expansion

BANGKOK, 3 June 2015 (NNT) - The cabinet has set aside budgets in the next two fiscal years for several transport projects and also another THB2.1 billion in this fiscal year for the improvement of below-standard railway crossings at 775 points nationwide, Deputy Government Spokesman Sansern Kaewkamnerd said.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830042-thai-cabinet-approves-billions-of-baht-to-improve-railway-crossings-and-road-expansion/

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Garuda Indonesia aircraft overshoots runway at Makassar airport



JAKARTA: -- A Garuda Indonesia's Boeing 737-800 aircraft with 144 passengers on board overshot the runway in Makassar airport, South Sulawesi, on Tuesday due to heavy rain, forcing passengers to make a hasty exit using the emergency stairs, The Jakarta Globe reported.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830043-garuda-indonesia-aircraft-overshoots-runway-at-makassar-airport/

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Thailand's anti-trafficking operations win praise from international community

BANGKOK, 3 June 2015 (NNT) - Deputy Police Commissioner-General Aek Angsananont has revealed that Thailand’s anti-trafficking operations have won applause from the international community.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830044-thailands-anti-trafficking-operations-win-praise-from-international-community/

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Bison seriously injures 2nd Yellowstone tourist in 3 weeks

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyoming (AP) — For the second time in three weeks, a bison seriously injured a tourist in Yellowstone National Park who apparently underestimated how quickly the big, burly animals can move when miffed.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830045-australian-seriously-injured-by-bison-in-yellowstone-national-park/

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Politicians attend reconciliation talk at Army Club
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Several politicians Wednesday attended a talk held by the Centre for Reconciliation and Reform at the Royal Thai Army Club.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830046-thai-politicians-attend-reconciliation-talk-at-army-club/

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Wanted key human trafficking suspect to turn in to police chief



BANGKOK: -- A key human trafficking suspect Lt Gen Manas Kongpaen has contacted the Royal Thai Police commissioner Pol Gen Somyot Phumphanmuang to turn himself in today, deputy commissioner Pol Gen Ask Angsananont disclosed today.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/829978-alleged-human-trafficking-lt-general-manas-suspended/#entry9476420

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TAT to hire celebrities to promote Thai silk garments and tourism to the Northeast

BANGKOK, 3 June 2015 (NNT) - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has revealed a plan to hire celebrities to promote Thai silk garments and tourism to the northeastern region.

TAT Northeastern Region Office Director Somrudee Charnchai said that at the initial stage, veteran actress Sinjai Plengpanich will be approached to appear in TAT advertisements on silk garments to be covered by a fashion magazine. She expected the move would help spark public interest in silk garments and bring greater income to the northeastern region which is an important production base of silk.

At present, the Northeast has the least income ratio compared to other regions of the Kingdom.

Somrudee said that apart from silk apparel, the magazine would display the sites of silk production and hand-weaving techniques of villagers. It will interview celebrities about their preference for silk garments.


-- NNT 2015-06-03

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Over 12,000 trademark and IP registration requests made in Q1

BANGKOK, 3 June 2015, (NNT) - Department of Intellectual Property Director-General Malee Choklamlert has reported that 12,198 trademark and Intellectual Property (IP) registration requests were made during the first quarter of 2015, an increase of 35.9 percent from the same period last year.

She attributed the jump to the government’s policies to promote brand name development and product differentiation, which benefit value-added products.

The Department Director-General indicated the majority of the registered trademarks were related to laundry products, cosmetics, aroma products, leatherware, shoes, rice, tea, coffee, sugar powder, snacks, electrical appliances & tools, veterinary tools, and healthcare products.

Ms. Malee said her department would promote agricultural goods registered as Geographical Indication (GI) products abroad. She said GI goods are unique value-added items that can only be produced locally.

Thailand is poised to penetrate GI product markets in China and ASEAN nations. Currently, these GI goods include Hommali Jasmine Rice from Pattalung, Saraburi rice, sticky rice from Kalasin, pomelo from Chainat & Nakhon Pathom, and tamarind from Petchabun.


-- NNT 2015-06-03

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Rare fish go on display in Yala

YALA, 3 June 2015 (NNT) - Yala Provincial Fisheries Office is putting rare and beautiful fish on display, as part of the anniversary celebration of the city pillar shrine.

More than 40 species of rare and exotic fish are currently showcased at Yala City Hall, where the city pillar shrine celebration and Yala Red Cross fair are taking place. The exhibition has captured the interest of a large number of event-goers daily.

Yala Provincial Fisheries Office intends to use the fish exhibition to raise awareness for the marine environment and spark interest in commercial aquaculture.

Highlights include the fish spa and the display of river carps, Yala’s local fish. Known locally as Kelah, the fish is an endangered species. Experts are attempting save the species and advocate their consumption due to their high market value.


-- NNT 2015-06-03

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Fat fare hike to hit BTS
By Coconuts Bangkok


Photo: BTS, My Train Pix

BANGKOK: -- Those who catch the BTS Skytrain to work or school will need to pay another THB45 when they top up their Rabbit cards starting July 1.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830061-fat-fare-hike-to-hit-bts/

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Rice export this year to reach 10 million tons



BANGKOK: -- Rice export this year is expected to reach 10 million tons, Commerce Minister Gen Chatchai Sarikulya said.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830062-thai-rice-export-this-year-to-reach-10-million-tons/

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NRC committee on energy reform delivers amendment proposals

BANGKOK, 3 June 2015 (NNT) - The Constitution Drafting Committee (CDC) has heard a charter amendment proposal from the National Reform Council (NRC) committee on energy reform.

The proposal was presented by committee chairman Manoon Siriwan, who proposed that the constitution clearly define the agency tasked with studying environmental impact and to define the extent to which the public is allowed to participate in the country’s energy production management. This clear definition of roles is meant to enhance management efficiency in the event of large-scale projects in the future.

Furthermore, Mr Manoon proposed that the Senate be reduced from 200 members to 150 and include a Senator from every province. He added that provincial Senators should not have to undergo a committee selection process, but rather be elected by the people in their respective provinces.


-- NNT 2015-06-03

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Arms cache found in tourist boat links to a retired senior navy officer



BANGKOK: -- Crime Suppression Division (CSD) and marine police yesterday arrested a Southerner after a search of a tourist boat docked at a Chao Phraya river pier produced a cache of ammunitions and drugs.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830082-arms-cache-found-in-tourist-boat-links-to-a-retired-senior-thai-navy-officer/

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The Stock Exchange of Thailand main index rose 6.16 points or 0.42% to 1,483.03 at midday. /Bangkok Post

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Three arrested in Phuket tourist hub for drug possession

From left: Maneerat, Kreangsak and Kannika.

PHUKET: One man and two women were arrested in Patong last night when they were found to be in possession of crystal meth (ya ice).

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830089-three-arrested-in-phuket-tourist-hub-for-drug-possession/

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Australian consular services in Phuket

The Nation

PHUKET: -- Australian citizens in Phuket do not need to travel to Bangkok for consular services during June 10-11, as the Australian Embassy's Consular Section will visit the province.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830093-australian-consular-services-in-phuket/

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Thai Govt Combats Drought With Rain-Summoning Ceremony
By Khaosod English


A rain-summoning ceremony at the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives in Bangkok on 2 June 2015.

BANGKOK — Thailand's military government turned to supernatural forces yesterday in an effort to stave off the annual droughts that occur during Thailand's dry season.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830116-thai-govt-combats-drought-with-rain-summoning-ceremony/

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World Bank suggests Thailand improve the quality of its education



BANGKOK: -- Thailand's economic growth rate (GDP) for the whole year this year will be 3.5 percent compared to last year’s 0.9 percent, according to the latest forecast of the World Bank.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830117-world-bank-suggests-thailand-improve-the-quality-of-its-education/

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Finance will ask cabinet to delay VAT increase for another year



BANGKOK: -- The Finance Ministry is to propose the cabinet to maintain the 7 percent value-added tax rate which is due to end on September 30 for another year citing poor economy and negative consequences if the tax rate is to be increased to 10 percent, said Finance Minister Sommai Phasi today (Wednesday).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830119-finance-will-ask-thai-cabinet-to-delay-vat-increase-for-another-year/

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22 Arrested Over Yala Bombing Spree
By Khaosod English

YALA — Thai authorities have arrested 22 suspects in connection with a three-day spate of bombings in the southern border province of Yala that injured nearly 20 people last month.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830122-22-arrested-over-yala-bombing-spree/

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Students rally to demand ban on liquor selling within 500 metre from campuses



BANGKOK: -- About 30 students and members of an anti-liquor network rallied in front of the government’s public services centre to demand actions against liquor selling near campuses.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830124-thai-students-rally-to-demand-ban-on-liquor-selling-within-500-metre-from-campuses/

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MH370 search will not be expanded further: Australia

SYDNEY (AFP) - The hunt for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 will not be expanded beyond its current search area unless there are specific new leads, Australian officials said Wednesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830125-mh370-search-will-not-be-expanded-further-australia/

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Panicky drug couriers abandon truck with 198,000 ya baa tablets

PHAYAO: -- Apparently scared that they might get caught by police, drug couriers have dumped their pick-up truck together with a haul of 198,000 mehamphitamine tablets in a rural village Muang district of Phayao province Wednesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/830128-panicky-drug-couriers-abandon-truck-with-198000-ya-baa-tablets/

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Prayut's TV programme to be moved up to 5pm this Friday
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered the rescheduling of his TV programme this Friday from 8:30 pm to 5 pm to pave way for live broadcast of the opening ceremony of the SEA Games 2015, Deputy Government Spokesman Maj Gen Sansern Kaewkamnerd said.

He said the prime minister would like to tell the That athletes to be proud to represent Thailand in the competitions.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/Prayuts-TV-programme-to-be-moved-up-to-5pm-this-Fr-30261504.html


-- The Nation 2015-06-03

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MADRID (AP) - Rafa Benitez has been appointed Real Madrid coach.

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PARIS (AP) - Interpol puts 6 linked to FIFA on most wanted list on racketeering, corruption charges.