Thailand Live Wednesday 29 Jul 2015

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The authority is considering to amend the law to "manage" alcohol sales including online sales and delivery to prevent underage drinking. /Bangkok Post

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NBTC: digital TV broadcasters will not need to close down

BANGKOK, 29 July 2015 (NNT) – The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has expressed its belief that there is no need for digital TV broadcasters to close down, as their viewership continues to grow.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844178-nbtc-digital-tv-broadcasters-will-not-need-to-close-down/

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Somkid rejects Cabinet seat on health reasons: source
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Somkid Jatusripitak, a member of the National Council for Peace and Order and chief advisor to the prime minister, has rejected a Cabinet seat, citing his poor health, a well-informed source from the Government House said.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844181-somkid-rejects-cabinet-seat-on-health-reasons-source/

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RID Director-General observes canal dredging operations in Chai Nat

CHAI NAT, 29 July 2015 (NNT) - Royal Irrigation Department Director-General Lertwiroj Gowattana visited Chai Nat, to inspect canal dredging operations aimed at opening more space for water storage in the province.

The dredging operations are being conducted at two swamps in Han Kha District. Officials are also digging small canals around the swamps to facilitate distribution of water to farmlands. Mr. Lertwiroj said the operation is part of the government's anti-drought policy providing urgent assistance to farmers affected by severe drought conditions. His visit to the province is expected to speed up the dredging process, and ensure a thorough access to water for drought victims.

The operations will increase the water-storing capacity of the two swamps in Han Kha District, in preparation for the rainy season which is expected to arrive next month.


-- NNT 2015-07-29

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Regulators to investigate 'massive sell-off' of stocks
Wu Yiyao
China Daily
Asia News Network
Shanghai

SHANGHAI: -- The China Securities Regulatory Commission said it is probing "a massive sell-off" after Monday's sharp dive in the market.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844188-china-regulators-to-investigate-massive-sell-off-of-stocks/

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SET up 6.35 points at opening /Bangkok Post

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Greste awaits Egypt's retrial verdict

SYDNEY: -- An Egyptian court will decide on Thursday if Australian journalist Peter Greste will again be convicted of terrorism-related charges.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844194-australian-journalist-peter-greste-awaits-egypts-retrial-verdict/

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Thailand-Myanmar 8th JC meeting came to a close

CHIANG MAI, 29 July 2015 (NNT) - The 8th Meeting of Thailand-Myanmar Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation (JC) in Chiang Mai has concluded satisfactorily.

Foreign Minister General Tanasak Patimapragorn and his Burmese counterpart Wunna Maung Lwin co-chaired the meeting that was aimed at strengthening bilateral relations in various areas.

At the meeting, Thailand and Myanmar reaffirmed their commitment to tighten bilateral cooperation in all aspects, particularly in driving the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) by placing both peoples at the center.

U Wunna Maung Lwin also conveyed wishes for good health and happiness from the people of Myanmar to Their Majesties the King and Queen.

The Minister indicated that Myanmar people were ready to welcome Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn who is scheduled to visit Myanmar this October.


-- NNT 2015-07-29

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Why Kuala Lumpur could be on its way to becoming the sex capital of Asia
By Murray Hunter

MALAYSIA: -- When people think of the sex industry, Thailand and the Philippines will most likely come up in the minds of many. However, one of the ironic things about Malaysia, with its conservative Islamic leaning, is that the flesh trade is thriving, as is the casual sex scene.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844220-why-kuala-lumpur-could-be-on-its-way-to-becoming-the-sex-capital-of-asia/

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Japanese investors believe Thai economy will improve later this year

BANGKOK, 29 July 2015 (NNT)-Japanese businessmen in Thailand said they believed the Thai economy would improve in the latter half of this year due to the government’s economic stimulus and acceleration of disbursement by government units.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844225-japanese-investors-believe-thai-economy-will-improve-later-this-year/

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Thailand and Myanmar sign visa exemption agreement



BANGKOK: -- Thailand and Myanmar yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding to exempt visas for citizens of both countries who travel on planes.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844228-thailand-and-myanmar-sign-visa-exemption-agreement/

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Diesel to be reduced 40 satang tomorrow



BANGKOK: -- PTT Plc and Bangchak Petroleum today announced the reduction of only diesel oil by 40 satang, effective from 5 am tomorrow.
Prices of benzene and gasohol will remain unchanged.

The new price of diesel tomorrow will be 23.29 baht per litre.

Other types of oil will be the same as follow:
Benzene 95 – 34.76 baht, Gasohol 95 – 28.20 baht, Gasohol 91 – 27.38 baht, E 20 – 25.98 baht, E 85 – 22.68 baht.

Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/diesel-to-be-reduced-40-satang-tomorrow


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High-speed train project made significant progress

BANGKOK, 29 July 2015 (NNT) - The Ministry of Transport has revealed that the construction project for a high-speed train between Bangkok and Chiang Mai province has made significant progress.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844229-thai-transport-min-high-speed-train-project-made-significant-progress/

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Thailand welcomes Omani tourist as its 17 millionth visitor



BANGKOK: -- Thailand welcomed its 17 millionth visitor for this year with warm welcoming ceremony for the surprised Omani at the Suvarnabhumi airport yesterday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844235-thailand-welcomes-omani-tourist-as-its-17-millionth-visitor/

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Singaporean man deported from Turkey and detained for trying to join ISIS

SINGAPORE: -- The Strates Times reported that a 51-year-old Singaporean man who was on his way to join militant group Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in Syria has been detained under the Internal Security Act (ISA), citing the Ministry of Home Affairs said in a statement on Tuesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844236-singaporean-man-deported-from-turkey-and-detained-for-trying-to-join-isis/

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Booze laws need to cover online sales and ya dong, health official says
By Coconuts Bangkok



More changes to alcohol laws are being sought by health officials

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844248-booze-laws-need-to-cover-online-sales-and-ya-dong-thai-health-official-says/

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Saraburi locals snap up budget meals offered by cavalry mobile restaurant

SARABURI, 29 July 2015 (NNT) – The budget mobile restaurant of the Fifth Cavalry Regiment, Kings Guard has become a must-visit destination for all groups of wage earners shortly after its launch.

Hundreds of people flock to the lunch truck to snap up economy dishes freshly cooked daily by the group of housewives and staff of the Fifth Cavalry Regiment. Various items are offered each day for under 20 baht per dish from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The budget meal project was introduced last week in response to the government and the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO)’s policy to lower consumers’ cost of liveng amidst the ongoing economic downturn. The project is expected to help reduce consumers’ food expenses by at least 50 percent.

Most customers have commented that the budget food program should continue as long as possible and should expand to other areas as well.


-- NNT 2015-07-29

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'Trafficked' Laotian Sex Workers Rescued in Northeastern Thailand
By Khaosod English


Officials and soldiers inspect evidence confiscated from two brothels in Nong Khai, 28 July 2015.

NONG KHAI — Authorities in northeastern Thailand raided two brothels near the Thai-Laotian border where several Laotian teenagers said they were forced to work as sex workers.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844265-trafficked-laotian-sex-workers-rescued-in-northeastern-thailand/

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Thailand moped crash horror leaves Middleton student paralysed from waist down
'Holiday of a lifetime' ends in tragedy for 20-year-old - family now trying to raise money to cover medical costs
BY KATHERINE BAINBRIDGE

MIDDLETON: -- A student has been left with life-changing injuries after a horrific moped crash in Thailand.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844280-thailand-moped-crash-horror-leaves-british-student-paralysed-from-waist-down/

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FDA to regulate allergy & cough medicine to prevent misuse

BANGKOK, 29 July 2015 (NNT) – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued new regulations to keep a closer watch on sales of allergy and cough medicines to prevent misuse among drug addicts.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844281-thai-fda-to-regulate-allergy-cough-medicine-to-prevent-misuse/

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Authorities: California teen accused of killing 8-year-old
By MARTHA MENDOZA and JANIE HAR

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (AP) — A 15-year-old boy lured an 8-year-old girl into his apartment and killed her before hiding her body in a recycling bin at the housing complex for artists where they lived, authorities said Tuesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844284-authorities-california-teen-accused-of-killing-8-year-old/

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British man who fled to Thailand with stolen cash behind bars in the UK



NORTHAMPTON: -- For six years Christopher Pancoust, 48, from Northampton evaded prosecution on conspiracy charges in the UK by fleeing to Thailand after working with two employees of the Kingsthorpe branch of Lloyds TSB.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844288-british-man-who-fled-to-thailand-with-stolen-cash-behind-bars-in-the-uk/

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Hua Hin ranks seventh spot on the world’s 21 best cities for retirement abroad



HUA HIN: -- Hua Hin and Chiang Mai have been listed in the seventh and eighth rankings of the world’s 21 best cities to retire overseas in 2015 by Live and Invest Overseas.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844292-hua-hin-ranks-seventh-spot-on-the-worlds-21-best-cities-for-retirement-abroad/

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Man, 68, escapes motorbike fireball
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The charred remains of the 20-year motorbike lie on the road near the Taling Chan Bridge. Photo: Eakkapop Thongtub

PHUKET: -- A 68-year-old man was spared from being engulfed by fire when his trusty old motorcycle erupted into flames in Phuket Town this morning (July 29).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844310-phuket-man-68-escapes-motorbike-fireball/

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TIP REPORT
US will not penalise Thailand: Minister
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Deputy Commerce Minister Apiradee Tantraporn expressed her confidence Wednesday that the United States would not come up with any penalties against Thailand though the country remained in the bottom of the latest Trafficking in Persons report.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844313-us-will-not-penalise-thailand-minister/

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Prayut denies Somkid rejects Cabinet seat
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha Wednesday denied that Somkid Jatusripitak, PM's chief advisor, has informed him he would not accept a Cabinet seat.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844181-somkid-rejects-cabinet-seat-on-health-reasons-source/#entry9676633

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Thieves to Return 150,000 Baht to Temple, Abbot Says
By Khaosod English


Phra Pattara Ariyo, the abbot of Na Thawee Temple, where 150,000 baht was stolen on 26 July 2015.

SONGKHLA — Two men who stole 150,000 baht from a Buddhist temple in southern Thailand have reportedly repented their action and plan to return the money, the temple’s abbot said.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844324-thieves-to-return-150000-baht-to-temple-abbot-says/

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Plan to blacklist over 1,000 companies
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) plans to gradually blacklist over 1,000 private companies which have won government contracts and failed to properly file the projects' financial information.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844325-nacc-plans-to-blacklist-over-1000-companies/

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CALAIS, France (AP) - Eurotunnel says more than 37,000 attempts by migrants to reach Britain blocked since Jan. 1.

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Min of Commerce set to penetrate African market

PRETORIA, 29 July 2015 (NNT) – Minister of Commerce Gen Chatchai Sarikalya has convened a special meeting with Thai ambassadors and commercial attaches in major African countries to discuss ways to expand trade opportunities.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/844328-thai-commerce-min-set-to-penetrate-african-market/