Thailand Live Saturday 12 Sep 2015

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MCOT to face heavy fine for digital TV blackout

BANGKOK: -- The Mass Communications Organisation of Thailand is likely to face a heavy fine after its digital TV networking services collapsed on Friday rendering digital TV blackout for about half an hour.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa....al-tv-blackout/

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UPDATE:

30 Pattaya 'Jet Ski Mafia' Warned to End Scam

By Khaosod Eng.

Crime Suppression Division director Maj. Gen. Akaradech Pimonsri, at center, speaks to the media today in Pattaya along with other CSD officers.

CHONBURI — More than 30 people have been placed on watchlist in the latest police effort to combat the notorious “jet ski scams” which have plagued the resort town of Pattaya for years.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa....m/#entry9843024

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Thai silk cocoon vests can 'catch bullets'
KAWINTRA JAISEU
THE NATION

A KHON KAEN University researcher and a weaver from the Northeast have successfully developed what has been labelled the world's first silk-cocoon bulletproof vest.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855311-thai-silk-cocoon-vests-can-catch-bullets/

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BANGKOK BOMB BLAST
AMLO finds money trail
THE NATION

Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) secretary-general Seehanat Prayoonrat points to a diagram showing the money trail involving people suspected of involvement in the Erawan Shrine bombing. He led a press conference at the AMLO headquarters yesterday.

BANGKOK: -- Probe reveals that overseas remittances helped suspect buy bomb materials

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855312-amlo-finds-money-trail/

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ERAWAN SHRINE BLAST
Bangladesh on 'bomb chief's trail'
THE NATION

Bangladeshi Ambassador Saida Muna Tasneem, right, meets with assistant national police chief General Prawut Thavornsiri, left, at the Royal Thai Police headquarters yesterday. They discussed the suspected mastermind of the Erawan Shrine bombing

BANGKOK: -- Suspected mastermind flew to Dhaka one day before blast

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855313-bangladesh-on-bomb-chiefs-trail/

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NEW CHARTER
Good clauses from previous charters can be used : Abhisit
THE NATION

Democrat Party leader and former PM Abhisit Vejjajiva gives his opinion on charter-drafting in an interview yesterday.

BANGKOK: -- DEMOCRAT Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva says the new constitution drafters should include good clauses from the rejected constitutional draft and even use clauses from the two previous charters.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855314-good-clauses-from-previous-charters-can-be-used-abhisit/

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UPDATE:

Murder of Britons - DNA on weapon does not match that of suspects


File Photo

KOH SAMUI: -- DNA found on the weapon allegedly used to kill two Britons on the Thai island of Koh Tao last year did not match those of the defendants currently on trial, a forensics expert said in court yesterday, dealing a blow to the prosecution case.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855163-koh-tao-murders-2-dna-profiles-from-alleged-murder-weapon-do-not-match-defendants-dna/page-18?p=9843602#entry9843602

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NCPO orders removal of fishing traps
PRATCH RUJIVANAROM,
KANITHA SITHONG,
SANTHIPHAB RAMSUIT
THE NATION

Soldiers dismantle illegal mesh nets used for fishing in Surat Thani province yesterday at the order of the National Council for Peace and Order.

BANGKOK: -- FISHERMEN LAMENT LOSS OF TRADITIONAL LIVELIHOOD AS ALL EQUIPMENT REMOVED

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855315-ncpo-orders-removal-of-fishing-traps/

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UPDATE:

Chinese pair nabbed over stolen diamond
Supachai Sinprasert
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- TWO Chinese have been arrested for allegedly stealing a diamond worth over Bt10 million from the Bangkok Gems & Jewellery Fair.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855198-chinese-couple-held-under-suspicion-of-stealing-10-million-baht-diamond/#entry9843617

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Arrest warrant issued as accused skips ruling
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- AN ARREST warrant was issued for Noppawan Tangudomsuk, who has been charged with lese majeste, after she failed to show up for a Supreme Court verdict yesterday.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855316-arrest-warrant-issued-as-accused-skips-ruling/

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Panadda quits as permanent secretary for PM's Office
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- PM'S Office Minister ML Panadda Diskul said yesterday he has submitted his resignation as permanent secretary of the PM's Office.

Panadda said the resignation would take effect on October 1. His resignation will prompt him to leave government service a year before his mandatory retirement next year.

Panadda said he submitted his resignation note to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. The prime minister has ordered Cabinet members who are also permanent officials to leave state service by the end of this month.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/politics/Panadda-quits-as-permanent-secretary-for-PMs-Offic-30268643.html

-- The Nation 2015-09-12

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Pheu Thai pair could face criminal charges: Prayut
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- PEOPLE summoned by the National Council for Peace and Order for further "attitude adjustment" could face criminal charges under normal laws for creating a political disturbance, Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha has said.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855317-pheu-thai-pair-could-face-criminal-charges-prayut/

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Thammasat vice rector named charter court judge
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- VICE RECTOR of Thammasat University Nakharin Mektrairat was picked by a selection panel yesterday to take a judge's post in the Constitutional Court, replacing retiring judge Chalermpol Ek-uru.

Nakharin, who is a ex-member of the now-defunct Constitution Drafting Committee, received two-thirds of the votes from the panel, made up of Supreme Court president Direk Ingkaninan, National Legis-lative Assembly president Pornpetch Wichitchonchai, and head auditor general Chaisit Trachutham.

A source said that one vote went to Wittaya Panich-pong, an ex-Pattani governor. There were 10 candidates for the post. The panel will now submit his name to the Parliament president, who will forward his name to Parliament for endorsement.

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/politics/Thammasat-vice-rector-named-charter-court-judge-30268646.html

-- The Nation 2015-09-12

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EDITORIAL
Police graft goes far beyond immigration
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- If any crackdown is to succeed, it must be comprehensive and address the entire police force

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855318-police-graft-goes-far-beyond-immigration/

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“Miracle” at East Pattaya Apartment Fire

PATTAYA: -- In the early hours of Friday a fire gutted a 3rd floor apartment in East Pattaya but somehow a Calendar featuring a picture of His Majesty The King was left undamaged.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855319-miracle-at-east-pattaya-apartment-fire/

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UPDATE:

AMLO: One bombing suspect received over 700,000 baht from foreign sources

BANGKOK: -- Examination of the bank accounts of one of the three bombing suspects showed that over 700,000 baht were wired into his bank accounts from overseas during February-April this year, according to the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO).

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855312-amlo-finds-money-trail/#entry9843681

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PM asks farmers to delay off-season cultivation amid drought

BANGKOK, 11 September 2015 (NNT) – Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha has requested cooperation from rice farmers in postponing their cultivation of off-season crops as the drought crisis continues.

In his televised address, Prime Minister Prayut informed the public of the water situation at 17 major dams, saying they are currently holding water at only 30 percent of the total capacity. In order to avoid damage from the shortage of water, he encouraged rice growers to defer their planting of off-season crops and turn to drought-resistant plants instead. Should any of them need help, the premier suggested them to contact the government, the provincial administrative offices or any related agencies.

Gen Prayut made known that a database of farmers will be set up while occupational support will be provided for them. The government will also ensure the highest efficiency of responsible state officials through close supervision and evaluation.

In the meantime, the premier revealed that additional reservoirs are being built throughout the country, starting in areas troubled by repeated drought. He has also instructed concerned ministries to jointly oversee the promotion of agricultural zoning and offer any necessary support to farmers.


-- NNT 2015-09-12

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107 dead in crane collapse at Mecca's Grand Mosque
ABDULLAH AL-SHIHRI, Associated Press
ADAM SCHRECK, Associated Press

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — A towering construction crane toppled over on Friday during a violent rainstorm in the Saudi city of Mecca, Islam's holiest site, crashing into the Grand Mosque and killing at least 107 people ahead of the start of the annual hajj pilgrimage later this month.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855320-107-dead-in-crane-collapse-at-meccas-grand-mosque/

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Rick Perry first to exit 2016 Republican presidential race
STEVE PEOPLES, Associated Press

ST. LOUIS (AP) â Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry ended his second bid for the Republican presidential nomination on Friday, becoming the first major candidate of the 2016 campaign to give up on the White House.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855323-rick-perry-first-to-exit-2016-republican-presidential-race/

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UK: 7 men sentenced for rape, abuse of children and babies

LONDON (AP) — A British court on Friday sentenced seven men to prison for raping and sexually abusing babies and young children and sharing the abuse online through pictures and live videos.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855326-uk-7-men-sentenced-for-abuse-of-children-and-babies/

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What’s on Thailand – Inspire Sept 11th 2015 video show

Find out what's on and things to do throughout Thailand for the week ahead with the Inspire What's on Show.

Check out the most comprehensive guide to the best food & drink, events, activities and attractions throughout Thailand.

-- Inspire Pattaya 2015-09-012

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UPDATE:

Two Thais among 184 Muslim injured in Mecca crane collapse
The Nation

MECCA: -- Two Thais were among 184 Muslims injured when a construction crane collapsed on the Grand Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia Friday, Culture Minister Vira Rojpojchanarat said.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855320-107-dead-in-crane-collapse-at-meccas-grand-mosque/#entry9843950

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Phuket pigs to hoof it to Phang Nga
Saroj Kueprasertkij

The well-known wild pigs on the bypass road will be moved to Phang Nga on Sept 21. Photo: Saroj Kueprasertkij

PHUKET: More than 50 wild boars who have made their home beside the bypass road near the still-under-construction Sam Kong Underpass will be moved at government expense to Phang Nga.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855334-phuket-pigs-to-hoof-it-to-phang-nga/

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Man urinated on passengers aboard JetBlue flight

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon man faces charges after authorities say he urinated on passengers on a flight from Anchorage to Portland, Oregon.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855347-man-urinated-on-passengers-aboard-jetblue-flight/

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One woman was killed and 13 injured in a fire at a car spare parts factory in Bangkok’s suburb Saturday morning.

-- Thai PBS 2015-09-12

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Clear zones, tow-away areas to alleviate Phuket Town traffic woes

Tanyaluk Sakoot

A smart driver takes advantage of one of the periods for legal parking in a parking-regulated zone in Phuket Town.

PHUKET: Police will this week start towing away and impounding any cars found in a slew of new ‘No Parking’ and ‘No Stopping’ zones in a bid to alleviate traffic snarls at some of the worst-congested black spots in Phuket Town.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855348-clear-zones-tow-away-areas-to-alleviate-phuket-town-traffic-woes/

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Cabinet to be asked to completely ban second-crop farming for 2015-16 season

BANGKOK: -- The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives will ask the cabinet at a meeting next Tuesday to completely ban second rice crop cultivation covering 15 million rai of farmland during the November 1, 2015-April 30, 2016 crop year due to anticipated serious water shortage.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855349-cabinet-to-be-asked-to-completely-ban-second-crop-farming-for-2015-16-season/

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Bike and Concert starts today in Hua Hin



HUA HIN: -- The "Bike and Concert" event started early this morning with thousands of bicyclists coming to register to take part at the Ratchaphakdi historical park in Hua Hin district of Prachuab Khiri Khan.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855353-bike-and-concert-starts-today-in-hua-hin/

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Government to mobilize 937 billion baht fund for next fiscal year

BANGKOK: -- The government needs a fresh fund totalling 937 billion baht for 2016 fiscal year to be mobilized by means of issuing bonds for sale to the public and financial institutes, said Mr Suvich Rojanavanich, director of Public Debts Management Office, on Friday.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855357-government-to-mobilize-937-billion-baht-fund-for-next-fiscal-year/

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Phuket temple thief caught in the act

Darawan Naknakhon

The temple thief is finally caught.

Phuket: The wanted temple thief was finally caught yesterday morning (September 11) after he returned to the scene of the crime for round two.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855361-phuket-temple-thief-caught-in-the-act/