Thailand Live Sunday 13 Sep 2015

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Phuket nightclub venues seek for later closing time
The Phuket News

PHUKET: A meeting was held at Patong Hospital on Thursday (September 10) to discuss nightlight zoning including opening and closing times as well as feedback from business operators.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa....r-closing-time/

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BANGKOK BLAST
Warrant issued for bomb 'mastermind'
THE SUNDAY NATION

BANGKOK: -- Police reject reports he had flown to China; Also deny rumours that bomber and another man were nabbed near Malaysia border

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855491-warrant-issued-for-bomb-mastermind/

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NEVER-ENDING REJECTIONS?
Critics warn constitution crisis looms
PRAVIT ROJANAPHRUK,
TANATPONG KONGSAI
THE SUNDAY NATION

BANGKOK: -- 'Cycle of charter rejections may keep the junta in power'

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855492-critics-warn-constitution-crisis-looms/

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UPDATE:

2 Thais injured in Mecca crane tragedy
THE SUNDAY NATION

MECCA: -- TWO Thais were among 238 Muslims injured when a construction crane collapsed amid stormy weather at the Grand Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia on Friday, Culture Minister Vira Rojpojchanarat said yesterday.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855320-107-dead-in-crane-collapse-at-meccas-grand-mosque/page-3?p=9847364#entry9847364

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Stolen diamond in suspect's tummy: police
THE SUNDAY NATION

BANGKOK: -- TWO Chinese nationals accused of stealing a Bt10-million diamond from a jewellery fair were taken to Nonthaburi Provincial Court by police yesterday to get permission to detain them.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855493-stolen-diamond-in-suspects-tummy-police/

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Govt rejects HRW's criticism for detention of politicians
THE SUNDAY NATION

BANGKOK: -- A GOVERNMENT official yesterday shrugged off a call by a foreign rights group for the release of politicians held in military detention for criticising the government.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855494-govt-rejects-hrws-criticism-for-detention-of-politicians/

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Thailand unveils latest auto medicine dispenser
THE SUNDAY NATION

BANGKOK: -- THE dispensing of medicines will become faster and more effective thanks to B-Hive1 - Thailand's first locally developed automatic medicine dispenser, which is ready for commercial use and costs half as much as similar imported machines, Dr Thichakorn Wongphiromsarn said.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855496-thailand-unveils-latest-auto-medicine-dispenser/

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Special rehab facility set up for drug addicts
PATLADA KONTHONG
THE SUNDAY NATION

BANGKOK: -- THIRTY-FOUR-year-old Ae used to work in a technical management team at a hotel in Phetchaburi province, when he developed an addiction for yaba after being introduced to it by a co-worker. He was so dependent on the drug he needed at least three pills a day, and was soon sacked after his boss found out. He was later arrested for possessing illegal drugs for personal consumption.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855497-special-rehab-facility-set-up-for-drug-addicts/

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Akara denies blame for death but helps ex-worker's family
THE SUNDAY NATION

BANGKOK: -- MINING company Akara Resources has provided financial support to the family of a former employee who suffered from a fatal neurological disease. Akara Resources, in a statement released on Friday, stated that it paid Somkid Thampawet's family Bt453,014 as a result of the illness that killed him.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855498-akara-denies-blame-for-death-but-helps-ex-workers-family/

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Suspected school bomber nabbed
Pares Lohasan
The Sunday Nation

PATTANI: -- Security officers yesterday morning arrested a suspect in relation to the bomb attack near the entrance to the Ban Pongsata School in Pattani's Yarang district on Friday.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855499-suspected-school-bomber-nabbed/

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EDITORIAL
Stumbling at the very outset
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Lack of diplomacy marring peace talks between southern umbrella organisation and Thai government

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855500-stumbling-at-the-very-outset/

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Former Denver radio host files lawsuit against Taylor Swift

DENVER (AP) — A former Denver radio personality has filed a lawsuit against singer Taylor Swift, saying he lost his job after being accused of inappropriately touching Swift during a photo session.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855501-former-denver-radio-host-files-lawsuit-against-taylor-swift/

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Labour elects far-left leader in British politics shake-up
SYLVIA HUI, Associated Press

LONDON (AP) — A veteran anti-war campaigner known for his unapologetically socialist views has won a landslide victory to lead Britain's opposition Labour Party — an outcome that delighted supporters and dismayed others who never imagined he could be elected.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855503-labour-elects-far-left-leader-in-british-politics-shake-up/

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Egypt's government resigns amid corruption probe
NOUR YOUSSEF, Associated Press

CAIRO (AP) — Egypt's government resigned Saturday in the face of intense criticism from state-friendly media that reflects growing discontent but stops short of faulting President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, the former general who led the overthrow of an Islamist president two years ago.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855504-egypts-government-resigns-amid-corruption-probe/

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Elton John: I want to meet Putin over gay rights

LONDON: -- Sir Elton John says he wants to meet Vladimir Putin to discuss what he called the Russian president's "ridiculous" attitude to gay rights.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855505-elton-john-i-want-to-meet-putin-over-gay-rights/

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English Premier League

Arsenal 2, Stoke 0
Arsenal: Theo Walcott (31), Olivier Giroud (85).

Halftime: 1-0.

Crystal Palace 0, Manchester City 1
Manchester City: Kelechi Iheanacho (90).

Halftime: 0-0.

Everton 3, Chelsea 1
Everton: Steven Naismith (17,22,82).

Chelsea: Nemanja Matic (36).

Halftime: 2-1.

Manchester United 3, Liverpool 1
Manchester United: Daley Blind (49), Ander Herrera (70, pen.), Anthony Martial (86).

Liverpool: Christian Benteke (84).

Halftime: 0-0.

Norwich 3, Bournemouth 1
Norwich: Cameron Jerome (35), Wes Hoolahan (52), Matthew Jarvis (67).

Bournemouth: Steve Cook (81).

Halftime: 1-0.

Watford 1, Swansea 0
Watford: Odion Ighalo (59).

Halftime: 0-0.

West Brom 0, Southampton 0
Halftime: 0-0.

England Championship

Birmingham 4, Bristol City 2
Birmingham: Clayton Donaldson (10,20,41, pen.), Jonathan Grounds (77).

Bristol City: Jonathan Kodjia (32,66).

Halftime: 3-1.

Bolton 2, Wolverhampton Wanderers 1
Bolton: Liam Feeney (17), Zach Clough (45, pen.).

Wolverhampton Wanderers: Benik Afobe (68, pen.).

Halftime: 2-0.

Brighton & Hove Albion 1, Hull 0
Brighton & Hove Albion: Tomer Hemed (5).

Halftime: 1-0.

Burnley 3, Sheffield Wednesday 1
Burnley: David Jones (7), Matthew Taylor (78), Andre Gray (90).

Sheffield Wednesday: Atdhe Nuhiu (20).

Halftime: 1-1.

Cardiff 2, Huddersfield Town 0
Cardiff: Anthony Pilkington (69), Joe Mason (77).

Halftime: 0-0.

Charlton Athletic 1, Rotherham United 1
Charlton Athletic: Patrick Bauer (65).

Rotherham United: Farrend Rawson (38).

Halftime: 0-1.

Leeds 1, Brentford 1
Leeds: Mirco Antenucci (76).

Brentford: Marco Djuricin (29).

Halftime: 0-1.

Middlesbrough 2, MK Dons 0
Middlesbrough: Stewart Downing (70), David Nugent (81).

Halftime: 0-0.

Preston North End 1, Derby County 2
Preston North End: Daniel Johnson (90).

Derby County: Chris Martin (23,36).

Halftime: 0-2.

Queens Park Rangers 1, Nottingham Forest 2
Queens Park Rangers: Charlie Austin (65).

Nottingham Forest: Henri Lansbury (75, pen.), Nelson Oliveira (82).

Halftime: 0-0.

England League One

Barnsley 4, Swindon Town 1
Barnsley: Marley Watkins (22), Reece Wabara (44), Lewin Nyatanga (59), Connor Hourihane (76).

Swindon Town: Lewin Nyatanga (20, og.).

Halftime: 2-1.

Burton Albion 1, Rochdale 0
Burton Albion: Stuart Beavon (24).

Halftime: 1-0.

Chesterfield 3, Colchester United 3
Chesterfield: Daniel Jones (22), Lee Novak (62), Sam Morsy (74).

Colchester United: Gavin Massey (29), George Moncur (76), Charlie Raglan (90, og.).

Halftime: 1-1.

Crewe Alexandra 1, Millwall 3
Crewe Alexandra: Lauri Dalla Valle (36).

Millwall: Aiden O'Brien (21,64,74).

Halftime: 1-1.

Fleetwood Town 1, Bradford City 1
Fleetwood Town: Jimmy Ryan (3).

Bradford City: James Hanson (20).

Halftime: 1-1.

Gillingham 2, Blackpool 1
Gillingham: Doug Loft (17), Bradley Dack (81).

Blackpool: Ryan Jackson (51, og.).

Halftime: 1-0.

Oldham Athletic 1, Peterborough United 5
Oldham Athletic: Rhys Murphy (48).

Peterborough United: Lee Angol (14,78), Erhun Oztumer (38), Souleymane Coulibaly (62,65).

Halftime: 0-2.

Port Vale 3, Wigan Athletic 2
Port Vale: Anthony Grant (34), Louis Dodds (64), Uche Ikpeazu (90).

Wigan Athletic: Chris McCann (66), Leon Barnett (83).

Halftime: 1-0.

Scunthorpe 1, Coventry 0
Scunthorpe: Patrick Madden (79).

Halftime: 0-0.

Sheffield United 1, Bury 3
Sheffield United: Billy Sharp (72, pen.).

Bury: Tom Pope (61), Joe Riley (83), Leon Clarke (90).

Halftime: 0-0.

Southend United 0, Shrewsbury Town 1
Shrewsbury Town: Nathaniel Knight-Percival (56).

Halftime: 0-0.

Walsall 2, Doncaster 0
Walsall: Tom Bradshaw (85,90).

Halftime: 0-0.

England League Two

Bristol Rovers 0, Accrington Stanley 1
Accrington Stanley: Billy Kee (68).

Halftime: 0-0.

Cambridge United 1, Leyton Orient 1
Cambridge United: Jacob Blyth (53).

Leyton Orient: Jay Simpson (72).

Halftime: 0-0.

Carlisle United 2, Dagenham & Redbridge 1
Carlisle United: Angelo Balanta (37), Jabo Ibehre (53).

Dagenham & Redbridge: Christian Doidge (11).

Halftime: 1-1.

Exeter City 1, Hartlepool United 0
Exeter City: Christian Ribeiro (90).

Halftime: 0-0.

Mansfield Town 4, Crawley Town 0
Mansfield Town: Nathan Thomas (44), Mitchell Rose (47), Matt Green (71), Craig Westcarr (72).

Halftime: 1-0.

Newport County 1, Morecambe 2
Newport County: Scott Barrow (67).

Morecambe: Alan Goodall (34), Paul Mullin (90, pen.).

Halftime: 0-1.

Northampton Town 1, Oxford United 0
Northampton Town: Sam Hoskins (23).

Halftime: 1-0.

Notts County 3, Luton Town 2
Notts County: Izale McLeod (32,48), Liam Noble (90).

Luton Town: Cameron McGeehan (71), Jonathan Smith (76).

Halftime: 1-0.

Portsmouth 3, Barnet 1
Portsmouth: Conor Chaplin (37,90), Adam McGurk (54).

Barnet: Andy Yiadom (25).

Halftime: 1-1.

Stevenage 2, York City 2
Stevenage: Chris Whelpdale (52), Charlie Lee (55).

York City: Eddie Nolan (39), Luke Summerfield (74).

Halftime: 0-1.

Wycombe Wanderers 1, Plymouth Argyle 2
Wycombe Wanderers: Jason Banton (12).

Plymouth Argyle: Reuben Reid (4), Jake Jervis (32).

Halftime: 1-2.

Yeovil Town 1, AFC Wimbledon 1
Yeovil Town: Ryan Bird (26).

AFC Wimbledon: Adebayo Akinfenwa (79).

Halftime: 1-0.

English Conference North

Stockport County 1, Brackley Town 1
Stockport: Kayode Odejayi (56)
Brackley: Sam Smith (63)

Halftime: 0-0.

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Reports: Thai-Cambo border check points closed to visa runners with immediate effect

pic: my.telegraph.co.uk

A large number of unconfirmed reports suggest that Immigration officers along the Thai-Cambodian border are no longer allowing Out/In border runs.

BANGKOK:-- Throughout the last 24 hours, Thaivisa.com has received reports that suggest officers at Immigration check points along the Thai-Cambodian border are no longer stamping visa exempt entries, and therfore effectively closed for people wishing to complete an Out/In border run.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855508-reports-thai-cambo-border-check-points-closed-to-visa-runners-with-immediate-effect/

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Phuket Opinion: Beckoning the bottom line
The Phuket News

All stakeholders must be sincere and constructive in embracing a 'triple bottom line' moving forward. Photo: The Phuket News / file

PHUKET: At last, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has formally acknowledged the significance of “quality over quantity” with the revelation this past week that the Thai government is no longer exclusively pursuing arrivals targets.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855511-phuket-opinion-beckoning-the-bottom-line/

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Bid to shut Guantanamo roils Pentagon, White House, Congress
LOLITA C. BALDOR, Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration's struggling quest to close the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, is mired in state and federal politics. Frustrated White House and Pentagon officials are blaming one another for the slow progress releasing approved detainees and finding a new prison to house those still held.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855512-bid-to-shut-guantanamo-roils-pentagon-white-house-congress/

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RT@RichardBarrow: Thai Immigration are under a microscope for alleged corruption. So expect a tightening of rules soon. Best advice is make sure you're legal.

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Thai Amb to Cambodia visits Chong Sa-ngam Border Crossing, preparing for AEC

SI SA KET, 12 September 2015 (NNT) - Mr. Nuttavudh Photisaro, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Thailand to Cambodia, on Saturday visited Permanent Border Crossing of Chong Sa-ngam in Phrai Phatthana Subdistrict, Phu Sing District, Si Sa Ket, to study the area and transport routes linking Thailand and Cambodia.

His visit during 10-15 September 2015, came as a preparatory step for the arrival of the ASEAN Economic Community at the end of this year. He had a meeting with Governor of Si Sa Ket Yutthana Wiriyakitti and the Governor of Cambodia’s Oddormeanchey, as well as head of government units of both sides. At the meeting they discussed and exchanged views about trade and tourism in Thai and Cambodian border provinces.

The Thai ambassador and his delegation also used this chance to hold a “Mobile Consular Visit” to exchange views with Thai nationals and entrepreneurs operating in Cambodia, ahead the AEC to be officially opened in Dec 2015.

-- NNT 2015-09-13

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EUROPEAN HERITAGE DAYS
French ambassador's residence open to public next Sunday
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Every year, the European Heritage Days introduce visitors to the architectural richness and diversity of the most prestigious public buildings which are open just for this occasion.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855522-french-ambassadors-residence-open-to-public-next-sunday/

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Construction of Bangkok-Kaeng Khoi railway project faces delay

BANGKOK: -- Construction of the first phase of the Thai-Chinese railway project which was earlier projected to commence on October 23 will be further delayed due to overestimation of the project cost by the Chinese side.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855525-construction-of-bangkok-kaeng-khoi-railway-project-faces-delay/

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NLA to discuss impeachment of former Education Minister on 17 Sep

BANGKOK, 13 September 2015 (NNT) - The National Legislative Assembly has scheduled the date to discuss the impeachment of a former Education Minister.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855526-nla-to-discuss-impeachment-of-former-education-minister-on-17-sep/

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Minister Apiradee inspects commodity prices in Chiang Rai

CHIANG RAI, 13 September 2015 (NNT) - Minister of Commerce Apiradee Tantraporn on Saturday inspected commodity prices at a market in Mueang district of Chiang Rai province, and found no irregularity.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855527-minister-apiradee-inspects-commodity-prices-in-chiang-rai/

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NLA’s Wallop suggests use of rejected charter in restarting Constitution drafting

BANGKOK, 13 September 2015 (NNT) - A member of the legislature has suggested that the new Constitution drafters use content from the rejected draft when the process is restarted.

Speculations continue about the progress in Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s selection of the new charter drafters after the PM conceded that he already had some names in his mind.

Member of the National Legislative Assembly Wallop Tangkananurak commented that the new team of the charter drafters should comprise members of various backgrounds, such as legal affairs, political science, former charter drafters, NLA members and those representing the civil society.

He also suggested that the new Constitution drafting team should refer to the draft that was voted down by the National Reform Council as he believes that at least 70% of that draft is still good.

Concerning the head of the drafting team, Mr. Wallop said that this person should be a legal expert.

-- NNT 2015-09-13

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One Thai killed in Mecca crane incident

BANGKOK, 13 September 2015 (NNT) - One Thai national has been confirmed dead after a giant crane fell on the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855320-107-dead-in-crane-collapse-at-meccas-grand-mosque/page-3?p=9848119#entry9848119

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BMA holds a diorama-building contest for better Bangkok

BANGKOK, 13 September 2015 (NNT) - The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) recently held a diorama-building contest among high schools to instigate students’ interest in designing a better Bangkok.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855531-bma-holds-a-diorama-building-contest-for-better-bangkok/

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Two hospitalised in Phuket marina speedboat fire

Eakkapop Thongtub

PHUKET: At least two Thai nationals are being treated for burns at Mission Hospital after being burned when the speedboat they were on burst into flames this morning near Royal Phuket Marina.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/855535-two-hospitalised-in-phuket-marina-speedboat-fire/

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BKK bombing suspects to be in military detention

BANGKOK, 13 September 2015 (NNT) – The Ministry of Justice has designated the 11th Military Circle as a temporary remand prison for the suspects involved in the 17 August bomb attack in Bangkok

Corrections Department Director-General Wittaya Suriyawong disclosed that the two suspects Mieraili Yusufu and Adem Karadag would be transferred to the 11th Military Circle on 14 September. The pair will be detained separately.

The Corrections Department chief explained the transfer of the suspects to the ad hoc prison was to facilitate the investigation, given the seriousness of the crime. Wardens from the Bangkok Remand Prison will help military officials with the necessary procedures.

Other suspects involved in the case will also be in custody at the 11th Military Circle, if they are arrested.

-- NNT 2015-09-13