Thailand Live Thursday 18 Jun 2015

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Child-snatchers target British and Irish tourists in Cyprus

PROTARAS, Cyprus - Tourists from the UK and Ireland were forced to flee their hotel after families were targeted by a gang of child-snatchers.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833716-child-snatchers-target-british-and-irish-tourists-in-cyprus/

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Narathiwat welcomes home SEA Games Pencak Silat gold medalist

NARATHIWAT, 18 June 2015, (NNT) - The southern province of Narathiwat yesterday welcomed home the 28th SEA Games Pencak Silat gold medalist, Adilan Chemaeng, with government officials and locals gathering to give a warm homecoming atmosphere.

Narathiwat Governor, Nuttapong Sirichana, said the province's residents were overjoyed that their favorite son had put the province on the map, a shining example for the younger generation to follow. He said Mr. Adilan's victory also coincided with the Province's centennial celebration.

The governor also awarded the gold medalist with a check for 50,000 baht.

According to the gold medalist,Adilan Chemaeng, he considered the gold medal as a present for Thailand and himself, crediting his victory to his vigorous training and determination. He also encouraged youths wishing to follow his path to take sport very seriously, adding that whatever kind of sport they took up would strengthen their body and their mind as well as keeping them away from drugs.


-- NNT 2015-06-18

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PRD presents 36th Music in the Garden ‘Suay Nai Soi’

BANGKOK, 18 June 2015 (NNT) – The Government Public Relations Department (PRD) will be organizing the 36th Music in the Garden this evening at 4 PM onward at its headquarters on Soi Areesampan, Phahonyothin Road, Bangkok.

The event’s theme this time is ‘Suay Nai Soi’, or ‘Beauty in the Lane’. Singers being featured tonight include the former lead singer of Royal Sprites, Sunthorn Sujaritchan, M.R. Jirakom Kitiyakorn, Chomchai Aruncharn, and PRD all stars.

Sunthorn, who will perform the famous tunes of the past, such as ‘Suay Nai Soi’, ‘Genghis Khan’, ‘Na Aye’ or ‘Shame’, has stated that he is glad and feels proud to be performing in the event. He promised his fans to deliver an unforgettable show tonight and invited all to share this magic moment.

Those interested can attend the event free of charge at the PRD’s convention hall in Soi Areesampan, Bangkok, from 4 PM onward.


-- NNT 2015-06-18

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Four Ukrainian men arrested with fake ATM cards

Bangkok: Four Ukrainian men have been arrested by the Crime Suppression Division after they have allegedly used fake ATM cards with stolen accounts from the United States to withdraw cash from ATM machines in Bangkok.

The arrest was announced at a press conference at the CSD at 3 pm Wednesday by Central Investigation Bureau commissioner Pol Lt Gen Thitiraj Nongharn.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833717-four-ukrainian-men-arrested-with-fake-atm-cards/

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SET up 1.26 points at opening /Bangkok Post

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Thap Salao Dam hits critical lows, Uthai Thani farmers face grim future

UTHAI THANI, 18 June 2015, (NNT) - Officials at the Thap Salao Dam in Uthai Thani Province reported the reservoir only has 48.65 million cubic meters of water, of which 31.65 million cubic meter is usable.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833729-thap-salao-dam-hits-critical-lows-uthai-thani-farmers-face-grim-future/

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Ukrainian skimming gang smashed in Bangkok’s eastern outskirt

BANGKOK: -- Crime Suppression Division (CSD) police yesterday apprehended four Ukrainians and charged them with the use of fake ATM cards to withdraw cash from several banks in Bangkok.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833717-four-ukrainian-men-arrested-with-fake-atm-cards/#entry9526772

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Two more Koreans arrested for online gambling

BANGKOK: -- Thonglor police last night arrested two South Koreans for operating online soccer bets from a rented condominium room in Phra Khanong area.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833730-two-more-koreans-arrested-in-bangkok-for-online-gambling/

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Inside Islamic State group's rule: Creating a nation of fear
ZEINA KARAM, Associated Press
VIVIAN SALAMA, Associated Press
BRAM JANSSEN, Associated Press
LEE KEATH, Associated Press

ESKI MOSUL, Iraq (AP) — Inside the Islamic State's realm, the paper testifying that you have "repented" from your heretical past must be carried at all times. Many people laminate it just to be safe. It can mean the difference between life and death.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833735-inside-islamic-state-groups-rule-creating-a-nation-of-fear/

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HONG KONG (AP) - Hong Kong government's Beijing-backed election reform proposal defeated by lawmakers.

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Dengue fever spreading in Krabi



KRABI: -- Dengue fever is spreading in Krabi province with over 400 people having been infected by the mosquito-borne disease and one has died from the infection.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833741-dengue-fever-spreading-in-krabi/

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Pirates Board Three Ships in Three Hours in Singapore Strait
by Mike Schuler

SINGAPORE: -- Three commercial ships were boarded by pirates within just three hours of each other in Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS), the ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre has reported.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833743-pirates-board-3-ships-in-three-hours-in-singapore-strait/

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Korean satire of Thai monks upsets Thais (VIDEO)
By Coconuts Bangkok



BANGKOK: -- Thai hearts fell into shadow this week when the same country responsible for their beloved K-Pop made fun of Thai Buddhist monks on a comedy show.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833744-korean-satire-of-thai-monks-upsets-thais/

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Pridiyathorn confident of 3-4% economic growth



BANGKOK: -- Deputy prime minister in charge of economic affairs MR Pridiyathoirn Devakula expressed confidence that the country could see economic growth of 3-4% this year.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833745-thai-deputy-pm-pridiyathorn-confident-of-3-4-economic-growth/

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Uber taxi in Bangkok and you may get a Uber Chopper helicopter instead
BY ANDREW J. WOOD, ETN THAILAND

BANGKOK: -- Uber Technologies Inc, the smartphone-based ride-sharing service company, has chosen Bangkok as the first city in Southeast Asia to introduce a one-day free trial for its helicopter service.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833746-uber-taxi-in-bangkok-and-you-may-get-a-uber-chopper-helicopter-instead/

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CDC still thinks non-MP can be considered as PM

BANGKOK, 18 June 2015 (NNT) - The Constitution Drafting Committee (CDC) says it still backs the provision allowing for a non-MP Prime Minister, if he or she receives two-thirds of the vote in Parliament.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833748-cdc-still-thinks-non-mp-can-be-considered-as-thai-pm/

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Man Arrested for Destroying Sacred Chicken Figurines
By Khaosod English


Some of the chicken figurines allegedly broken by Thanapong Buapeng in a shrine dedicated to King Naresuanon in Lampang, 17 June 2015.

LAMPANG — Police have arrested a 19-year-old man who allegedly smashed more than 50 figurines at a local shrine in Lampang province while he was intoxicated.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833750-man-arrested-for-destroying-sacred-chicken-figurines-in-lampang/

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Military junta summons Jaturon, Jatuporn for attitude changes



BANGKOK: -- The National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) today summoned redshirt leaders and Pheu Thai party (PT) executives for meeting under its "attitude change" strategy.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833666-red-yellow-politicians-invited-to-discuss-thai-govts-reforms/#entry9527133

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Leicester sack three players over `racist sex video'

London - Leicester City announced Wednesday the sacking of players Tom Hopper, Adam Smith and James Pearson over their involvement in a "racist sex video" during an end-of-season tour.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833683-leicester-city-orgy-trio-sacked-for-verbally-abusing-thai-women/page-4#entry9527264

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SET falls 5.82 to 1,508.97 at midday /Bangkok Post.

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BREAKING

9 fatally shot at historic black church in Charleston, SC
ALEX SANZ, Associated Press
DAVID GOLDMAN, Associated Press

CHARLESTON, South Carolina (AP) — A white man opened fire during a prayer meeting inside a historic black church in downtown Charleston on Wednesday night, killing nine people in an assault that authorities described as a hate crime. The shooter was still at large.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833755-mass-shooting-at-charleston-church-in-south-carolina-leaves-9-dead/

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New driver license is valid in ASEAN member countries

BANGKOK, 18 June 2015 (NNT) - The Department of Land Transport (DLT) said a new driving license is being produced that can be used in the ten ASEAN nations.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833756-new-driver-license-is-valid-in-asean-member-countries/

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Phuket ice delivery driver flips truck
Eakkapop Thongtub


The ice truck came to rest in a ditch against a lamp post.

PHUKET: -- An ice delivery driver lost control of his truck earlier today (June 18) causing it overturn. It came to rest in a ditch against a lamp post.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833758-phuket-ice-delivery-driver-flips-truck/

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Some 100 Thai tour guides rally in Pattaya
The Nation

PATTAYA: -- About 100 Thai tour guides rallied in front of the Amari Pattaya Hotel at 9:30 am Thursday and marched to the Pattaya police station to demand the Pattaya police chief to crack down on illegal foreign tour guides.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833759-some-100-thai-tour-guides-rally-in-pattaya/

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PM Prayut: 'No MERS patient in Thailand yet'
While a local media report claimed that Thailand's first case of MERS had been detected in the country, the Prime Minister and Public Health Minister said that no case had been confirmed.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833760-pm-prayut-no-mers-patient-in-thailand-yet/

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Deputy PM blames former govt for economic woes

BANGKOK, 18 June 2015 (NNT) – Deputy Prime Minister for economic affairs M.R. Pridiyathorn Devakula has told the business sector and the general public to brace themselves for the ongoing sluggish economy, which may take a year to recover.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833745-thai-deputy-pm-pridiyathorn-confident-of-3-4-economic-growth/#entry9527508

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Hong Kong lawmakers reject Beijing-backed election plan
KELVIN CHAN, Associated Press

HONG KONG (AP) — The Hong Kong government's controversial Beijing-backed election blueprint was defeated in the legislature Thursday but the crucial vote came to a confusing anticlimax as pro-establishment lawmakers walked out just before it began.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833765-hong-kong-lawmakers-reject-beijing-backed-election-plan/

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Govt Repeals Arrest Warrants of 22 Deep South Suspects
By Khaosod English


Officials present certificates revoking the arrest warrants of 22 former suspected members of the Islamic insurgency in southern Thailand, 18 June 2015.

NARATHIWAT — Thai officials say they have repealed the arrest warrants of 22 former suspected members of the separatist movement in southern Thailand in an effort to promote reconciliation during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833766-thai-govt-repeals-arrest-warrants-of-22-deep-south-suspects/

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Schools told to keep an eye on students to prevent gang fights

BANGKOK, 18 June 2015 (NNT)-The Office of the Higher Education Commission (OHEC) has instructed educational institutions across Thailand to keep an eye on their students to prevent student gang fights.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/833769-thai-schools-told-to-keep-an-eye-on-students-to-prevent-gang-fights/

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Gov’t to hold Bike for Mom 2015 activity



BANGKOK, 18 June 2015 (NNT) – The government is set to hold the Bike for Mom 2015 activity as a celebration in honour of Her Majesty the Queen, and has invited the general public to attend this event.

The Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha presided over the meeting on organizing the Bike for Mom 2015 activity, as a celebration in honour of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit at the government house.

The Bike for Mom 2015 activity will be held in celebration on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty’s 83rd birthday 12 August 2015. This activity has been initiated from the royal wish of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, as a way to express his gratefulness to Her Majesty the Queen. The event will allow the public to express their loyalty to the monarchy as well as their love for their mother and for the mother of the land.

The activity would also enhance the Thai public's unity in coming together to express their well wishes to the Queen, along with the event's exercise activity which will be beneficial to the public's health and encourage sportsmanship.

The Bike for Mom 2015 activity will be held on 16 August 2015 at 3pm nationwide on designated biking routes. In Bangkok, the 43 kilometers biking route will start from the Dusit Palace Plaza to the 11th Infantry Regiment, and back to the Dusit Palace. Routes in other provinces will start from their city halls.

The public participating at this event are asked to wear blue shirts. More information on this event can be found at www.bikeformom.com, the official website of the event. The event's registrations will begin 1-24 July 2015.


-- NNT 2015-06-18