Brown out Samui

[Jonathan Fairfield]

Two brought in over alleged Angkor scam of a Brit tourist

Provincial police in Siem Reap are looking into allegations that two men working at the Angkor Wat temple complex scammed a tourist after he partook in an incense-lighting ritual and received fake cash as change when trying to make a donation.

Read more: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854882-two-brought-in-over-alleged-angkor-scam-of-a-brit-tourist/

[Jonathan Fairfield]

4,000 unlicensed health care providers in Cambodia

The Ministry of Health yesterday issued a tally of illegal health-service providers in the country, saying there were nearly 4,000 such facilities as of August.

Read more: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854871-4000-unlicensed-health-care-providers-ministry/

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Navy search begins after IUU Antarctic trawler flees Phuket
Tanyaluk Sakoot


A Navy search is under way for the missing illegal Antarctic fishing trawler Kunlun, previously registered as the Taishan, after it fled Phuket on Tuesday (Sept 8). Photo: The Phuket News / file

PHUKET: -- The illegal Antarctic fishing trawler Kunlun, previously registered as the Taishan, has fled Phuket.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854922-navy-search-begins-after-iuu-antarctic-trawler-flees-phuket/

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Beach vendors and locals grab Phuket beach thief

Saroj Kueprasertkij


Thanawat Larpprasert was caught by the group after he was seen stealing a purse from a woman on Patong Beach.


PHUKET: -- A group of Patong beach vendors and locals captured a Thai man who had stolen a touristʼs purse from Patong Beach last Thursday (Sept 3).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854923-beach-vendors-and-locals-grab-phuket-beach-thief/

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2-year-old boy died of internal bleeding from suspected stepfather’s assault



CHONBURI: -- The police in Chonburi are seeking the arrest of a suspected stepfather after the death of his 2-year-old son was found to be from body assault.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854924-2-year-old-boy-dies-of-internal-bleeding-from-suspected-stepfathers-assault/

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Armless boy receives bike from Crown Prince

PHITSANULOK: -- The 11-year old armless student in Phitsanulok province received a special bike from His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn today in a ceremony held at his home district of Bang Rakom.

A ceremony to deliver the specially designed bicycle was presided over by the Crown Prince’s representative Air Marshal Pakdee Saengchuto, and attended by local district officials, students and teachers of the boy’s school.

The bicycle belonged to His Royal Highness Prince Dipangkorn Rasmijoti but was given to the boy Wanthana Kam-in or Nong Tham after he was seen taking part in the recent “Bike for Mom” cycling event on August 16 in Phitsanulok riding his bike with no arms, but with his chin controlling the bike hands.

The Crown Prince later told authorities to find out the boy, so that a special bike would be given to him

Hailed as a boy with a heart of the national flag’s tri colours and with a strong will, the Crown Prince ordered his court officials to build a special bike for the boy so he can use it with ease and to make his life more comfortable.

Nong Tham is living in Muang district of Phitsanulok and he joined the “Bike for Mom” cycling to honour Her Majesty the Queen in Phitsanulok.

Nong Tham will also be given artificial hands so that he could help his mother more and also given scholarships to study to the highest level education in the country.

Nong Tham said after he was told of the present from the Crown Prince that he was very happy to receive it and would ride the bicycle to school every day.

He also said he would like to become an artist when he grew up. Now he used his legs to write and draw pictures.

Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/armless-boy-receives-bike-from-crown-prince


-- Thai PBS 2015-09-10

[Jonathan Fairfield]

Why international kids who grew up in Thailand don’t speak Thai

By Almanya Narula

OPINION – As a young Thai-Indian citizen who has spent almost twenty years of her life in the Land of Smiles, it is tragic to learn that “Mai Khao Chai” and “Phut Thai Mai Pen” are the primary sentences I use on a day-to-day basis.

Read more: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854925-opinion-why-international-kids-who-grew-up-in-thailand-dont-speak-thai/

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Deputy PM: New charter draft still to target reform and reconciliation

BANGKOK, 10 September 2015 (NNT) – Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has assured that the selection of new charter drafters will finish on time and that reform and reconciliation will remain the goal of the new draft.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854928-thai-deputy-pm-new-charter-draft-still-to-target-reform-and-reconciliation/

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It’s My Life: Bon Jovi to play in Bangkok on Tuesday
By Coconuts Bangkok



BANGKOK: -- Get ready to rock out this Tuesday after the shock announcement that Bon Jovi will be playing at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854930-its-my-life-bon-jovi-to-play-in-bangkok-on-tuesday/

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Islamic State group's attacks in Saudi test security of hajj
By AYA BATRAWY

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Islamic State group is extending its reach in Saudi Arabia, expanding the scope of its attacks and drawing in new recruits with its radical ideology. Its determination to bring down the U.S.-allied royal family has raised concerns it could threaten the annual Muslim hajj pilgrimage later this month.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854931-islamic-state-groups-attacks-in-saudi-test-security-of-hajj/

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FORMER ENERGY MINISTER
Pichai summoned by junta for attitude adjustment
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Former energy minister Pichai Naripthapan has been summoned by National Council for Peace and Order for attitude adjusting after he was seen making public comments to discredit the government and NCPO, NCPO spokesman Col Winthai Suvari said Thursday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854898-former-thai-energy-minister-summoned-for-attitude-change-session/page-2#entry9837387

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Italian man killed in a head on collision in Samui



KOH SAMUI: -- Yesterday, September 9th, a 23 year old Italian man was killed after his bike was involved in a head on collision with a truck. The incident took place close to Namuang waterfalls on Samui’s ring road.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854954-italian-man-killed-in-a-head-on-collision-in-samui/

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Pheu Thai calls for interim charter amendments to allow public participation in charter drafting
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The Pheu Thai Party Thursday issued a statement, calling on the junta to amend the interim constitution to allow public participation in drafting a new constitution.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854955-pheu-thai-calls-for-interim-charter-amendments-to-allow-public-participation-in-charter-drafting/

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Helicopters pluck residents to safety as rains lash Japan

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese military helicopters plucked dozens of residents from the tops of their homes Thursday, but rescue officials said they were unable to keep up with the pleas for help after raging floodwaters swamped parts of a city north of Tokyo.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854956-helicopters-pluck-residents-to-safety-as-rains-lash-japan/

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Bangkok bombing: Why are Thai police still holding public crime reenactments?
By Saksith Saiyasombut & Siam Voices

BANGKOK: -- As investigations around the Bangkok deadly bomb attacks continue, the Thai police paraded a main suspect around the scene of the blast in a public reenactment. But why is this odd practice still being carried out?

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854958-bangkok-bombing-why-are-thai-police-still-holding-public-crime-reenactments/

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Unable to sleep, woman commits suicide jumping from Bangkok condo

Photo: Khaosod.co.th

Handwritten note suggests woman driven to suicide due to insomnia

BANGKOK:-- At 03:15 am on September 10th, Jirapha Rangsit, 40, was found dead on the side of the street outside of her apartment building in Lam Luk Ka, Pathum Thani.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854959-unable-to-sleep-woman-commits-suicide-jumping-from-bangkok-condo/

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Conservative Actress Accuses Redshirt of Sabotaging her Image
By Khaosod English


Sinjai Plengpanich and her actor husband Chatchai Plengpanich files a criminal complaint today at the Technology Crime Division in Bangkok. Photo: Matichon

BANGKOK -- An actress and avid supporter of the Yellowshirt movement filed a criminal complaint today against a Redshirt supporter, alleging he fabricated inflammatory quotes disparaging "low class" Redshirts in her name.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854963-conservative-thai-actress-accuses-redshirt-of-sabotaging-her-image/

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Police preparing to issue arrest warrant for bomb mastermind

BANGKOK, 10 September 2015 (NNT) – The Royal Thai Police are gathering evidence before seeking an arrest warrant for a prime bomb suspect known as Isan, who is allegedly behind the Ratchaprasong explosion.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854972-thai-police-preparing-to-issue-arrest-warrant-for-bomb-mastermind/

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MWA to reward water-conserving consumers

BANGKOK, 10 September 2015 (NNT) – The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA) is preparing to reward consumers who significantly cut water usage during the dry season as a gesture of gratitude for their cooperation.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854973-mwa-to-reward-water-conserving-consumers/

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Scientists discover new human-like species in South Africa cave which could change ideas about our early ancestors /BBC

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NCPO requests more time to probe twin bombings



BANGKOK, 10 September 2015 (NNT) – According to the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), more time is required to investigate the two explosions in Bangkok even though much progress has been made.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854982-ncpo-requests-more-time-to-probe-bangkok-twin-bombings/

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Police chief asks the prime minister to clean up the immigration police bureau



BANGKOK: -- Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha and Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan in charge of security affairs have been asked by the national police chief to clean up the immigration police bureau.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854984-thai-police-chief-asks-pm-prayut-to-clean-up-the-immigration-police-bureau/

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Myanmar man arrested in Phuket for attempted theft from pick-up truck
Eakkapop Thongtub


Saw San-u was apprehended by villagers whilst attempting to steal cash from a parked pick-up truck.

PHUKET: -- A Myanmar man was arrested yesterday evening (Sept 9) for attempting to steal over B100,000 in cash from a pick-up truck in Srisoonthon.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854988-myanmar-man-arrested-in-phuket-for-attempted-theft-from-pick-up-truck/

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Police chief: Ratchaprasong bomber bribed immigration officials

BANGKOK, 10 September 2015 (NNT) – Royal Thai Police Commissioner-General Somyot Poompunmuang said on Wednesday Ratchaprasong bombing suspect Yusufu Mieraili was able to pass through the immigration point at the border in Sa Kaeo province 4-5 times by bribing the immigration police officials there.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854984-thai-police-chief-asks-pm-prayut-to-clean-up-the-immigration-police-bureau/#entry9838017

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Rubber Authority of Thailand takes 4 step measures in keeping prices stable

BANGKOK, 10 September 2015 (NNT)-The Rubber Authority of Thailand has said the prices of rubber would stabilize with the increase of rubber usage.

President of the Rubber Authority of Thailand Committee Somchai Channarongkul said all stakeholders in the rubber industry must work together in order to stabilize keep rubber prices.

According to him, related parties should focus on improving 4 areas of the industry, including creating zoning for rubber growers under which locations and the amount of rubber produced are clearly defined.

Others consist of encouraging manufacturers to use rubber to produce goods, promoting the growth of the auto industry where more rubber can be used to make tires, and making sure profits are distributed fairly among rubber farmers and exporters.

The prices of rubber would not fluctuate if supply were proportionate to demand, Mr. Somchai added.


-- NNT 2015-09-10

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Junta to Hold Politician ‘Until He Cooperates’
By Khaosod English

BANGKOK — The ruling military junta said today former minister Pichai Naripatapan’s latest detention in an army camp – his seventh since the coup – will only end when it deems him to be “cooperative.”

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854898-former-thai-energy-minister-summoned-for-attitude-change-session/page-2#entry9838073

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Deputy Interior Min calls for ASEAN-wide plan to cope with natural disasters

BANGKOK, 10 September 2015 (NNT) - The Deputy Minister of Interior has called for unity among ASEAN nations in coping with natural disasters.

Deputy Interior Minister Suthi Makboon spoke at a seminar on disaster prevention and mitigation, saying the recent climate change has caused several natural disasters that have cost the ASEAN region considerable lives and infrastructural damage.

He said ASEAN members should therefore create an effective mechanism of resource management aimed at disaster risk reduction. The mechanism should aim to educate the public on survival tactics during disasters and task agencies with creating swift and effective rescue and assistance plans in accordance with the ASEAN strategic agenda on coping with natural disasters.

-- NNT 2015-09-10

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UK officials say number of terrorism arrests at record high

LONDON (AP) — British officials say the number of people being arrested on suspicion of terrorism-related crimes has reached a record high as police and security services cope with the influence of Islamic State militants based in Syria.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/854995-uk-officials-say-number-of-terrorism-arrests-at-record-high/

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Bomb suspect bribed his way into Thailand: police

Photo caption: Adem Karadag, a key suspect in last monthʼs deadly Bangkok blast paid a $600 (B21,679) bribe to illegally enter Thailand. Photo AFP/Royal Thai Police

BANGKOK: A key suspect in last monthʼs deadly Bangkok blast paid a $600 (B21,679) bribe to illegally enter Thailand, police said today (Sept 10), highlighting widespread corruption at the kingdomʼs borders.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855025-bomb-suspect-bribed-his-way-into-thailand-police/