Thailand Live Thursday 15 Oct 2015

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Iran boycotts Frankfurt Book Fair over Salman Rushdie appearance

FRANKFURT: -- Iran is boycotting this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair because of an appearance by British Indian author Salman Rushdie.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863047-iran-boycotts-frankfurt-book-fair-over-salman-rushdie-appearance/

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'Ebola nurse' Pauline Cafferkey critically ill

LONDON: -- A Scottish nurse who contracted Ebola but apparently made a full recovery is critically ill with complications from the deadly virus.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863048-scottish-ebola-nurse-pauline-cafferkey-critically-ill/

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As attacks continue, Israeli army begins deploying troops
By TIA GOLDENBERG

JERUSALEM (AP) — Hundreds of soldiers fanned out in cities across Israel on Wednesday and authorities erected concrete barriers outside some Arab neighborhoods of east Jerusalem in a stepped up effort to counter a monthlong wave of Palestinian violence that has seen near daily attacks.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863049-as-attacks-continue-israeli-army-begins-deploying-troops/

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Lamar Odom's spiral leaves ex-NBA star fighting for his life
By GREG BEACHAM and SALLY HO

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Lamar Odom didn't last long at the glittering intersection of championship success and Hollywood celebrity.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863050-lamar-odoms-spiral-leaves-ex-nba-star-fighting-for-his-life/

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Tense times in Jerusalem

JERUSALEM: -- As Israeli checkpoints go up in Arab East Jerusalem everyday movement for Palestinians is becoming more and more restricted.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863051-tense-times-in-jerusalem/

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HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) - Texas executes prisoner for killing Dallas police officer outside club in 2001.

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Texas executes inmate for Dallas police officer's 2001 death
MICHAEL GRACZYK, Associated Press

HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — A Texas man already being sought for a neighbor's slaying when he killed a Dallas police officer outside a club was executed Wednesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863059-texas-executes-inmate-for-dallas-police-officers-2001-death/

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Iran sends fighters to Syria, escalating its involvement
By ZEINA KARAM and SARAH EL DEEB

BEIRUT (AP) — Hundreds of Iranian troops are being deployed in northern and central Syria, dramatically escalating Tehran's involvement in the civil war as they join allied Hezbollah fighters in an ambitious offensive to wrest key areas from rebels amid Russian airstrikes.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863042-syria-and-allies-iran-and-russia-prepare-for-aleppo-offensive/#entry9966645

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Thai FA decides to place poll date in Fifa's hands
Kitinan Sanguansak
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The Football Association of Thailand yesterday decided to call off its presidential election originally scheduled for Saturday, stating that world football governing body Fifa will set the new date.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863061-thai-fa-decides-to-place-poll-date-in-fifas-hands/

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Thailand to host automobile manufacturers meeting on Oct 21-23

BANGKOK, The Thai Automotive Industry Association (TAIA) has been selected to host the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) meeting on October 21-23.

According to TAITA President Thanawat Kumsin, this year’s event will see automobile manufacturers from 38 countries gathering to find measures to improve the auto industry worldwide, such as developing new safety technologies, reducing environmental impact and improving fuel efficiency. The meeting will also serve as a means to enhance Thailand’s contribution to the automobile industry and potentially boost tourism and the domestic economy.

As for the increase in excise tax for new automobiles which is to to take effect next January , Mr Thanawat said the hike would increase the prices of certain models but would pose no negative affects on the country’s automobile industry, as the tax increase coincides with increased product quality and environmental friendliness.


-- NNT 2015-10-15

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US sends 90 service members to Cameroon to stop extremists
DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — About 90 U.S. troops are headed to Cameroon to help the Central African nation stop the spread of Boko Haram and other violent extremist groups.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863062-us-troops-to-help-fight-boko-haram/

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EU officials tells governments to keep promises on migration

BRUSSELS: -- A top European Commission official has said that EU countries need to keep the promises they’ve made to help refugees and migrants.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863067-eu-officials-tells-governments-to-keep-promises-on-migration/

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Min of Energy to spend 10bil. baht on energy conservation

BANGKOK, 15 October 2015 (NNT) - The Ministry of Energy will expedite its energy conservation plan, which it expects will boost the Thai economy and the competitiveness of small and medium enterprises (SME).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863070-thai-energy-min-to-spend-10bil-baht-on-energy-conservation/

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Famers warned again not to grow off-season rice



BANGKOK: -- The Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry has warned farmers again not to plant off-season rice as there is still insufficient water for rice farming in the upcoming dry season although there would be rains during the past weeks.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863072-thai-famers-warned-again-not-to-grow-off-season-rice/

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SET up 9.99 points at opening /Bangkok Post

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Thai citizens told to avoid rally sites in Israel

BANGKOK, 15 October 2015 (NNT) - The Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel has issued warnings for Thai citizens to exercise caution as they go about their daily lives, following recent terrorist attacks in the country.

The Thai Embassy has announced on its Facebook page that the protests have now spread to various parts of Israel, such as Ranana, Holon, Kiryat Gat and Petach Tikvah.

Armed attacks on innocent civilians have also been reported in Jerusalem. Thai nationals living in Israel have been told that the situation could escalate, after Israeli authorities raised security levels.

The embassy further stated that even though protesters are not targeting Thai citizens, innocent bystanders are still at risk whenever protests turn violent.


-- NNT 2015-10-15

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Complaint filed against Phuket shrine president over shrine’s finances
Eakkapop Thongtub


Devotees of Put Jaw Shrine hand the complaint letter to district officer, Sub Lt Narit Rerddee.

PHUKET: -- Devotees of a small Chinese shrine in Phuket have filed a complaint with Muang District Office requesting an investigation be made into the shrine’s president because they suspect he has not been keeping a full record of the shrine’s finances.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863101-complaint-filed-against-phuket-shrine-president-over-shrines-finances/

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First childcare scheme in Thailand proves a success

BANGKOK, 15 October 2015 - The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security has said the first childcare scheme has received positive responses from families with newborns.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863105-first-childcare-scheme-in-thailand-proves-a-success/

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NAYPYITAW, Myanmar (AP) - 8 ethnic rebel armies sign cease-fire agreement with Myanmar gov't; major groups stay away.

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8 ethnic rebel armies sign cease-fire pact with Myanmar govt

NAYPYITAW, Myanmar (AP) — Myanmar's government and eight smaller ethnic rebel armies signed a cease-fire agreement to end more than six decades of fighting, but several more powerful groups refused to come on board, signaling that peace will remain elusive for some time to come.

Read more: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863115-8-ethnic-rebel-armies-sign-cease-fire-pact-with-myanmar-govt/

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Video: Man wanted over violent unprovoked attack in Bangkok



BANGKOK:-- Police in Bangkok have released CCTV footage of a man they are hunting in connection with a serious and unprovoked assault in the Ladprao area of the city.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863116-video-man-wanted-over-violent-unprovoked-attack-in-bangkok/

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Chaiyaphum province prepares for the next drought season

CHAIYAPHUM, 15 October 2015, (NNT) - The northeastern province of Chaiyaphum has been preparing for the upcoming drought.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863106-chaiyaphum-province-prepares-for-the-next-drought-season/

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8 provinces in Thailand remain flooded

BANGKOK, 15 October 2015 (NNT) - The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has revealed that eight provinces currently coping with floods will soon recover if it does not rain in the next few days.

DDPM Director General Chatchai Promlert said the flood situation in a total of 17 districts in Rayong, Nakhon Nayok, Prajinburi, Ubon Ratchathani, Kamphaeng Phet, Pathum Thani, Nakhon Sawan and Phichit provinces will return to normal within a couple days, as flood levels have continuously declined.

As for the South of Thailand, the DDPM has coordinated with local authorities in preparing 24-hour emergency services to its residents, as thunderstorms have been forecast in the region.


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Germany lowers 2015 growth outlook

BERLIN: -- Germany has slightly lowered its growth forecast for this year, blaming the economic slowdown in China and other emerging markets.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863120-germany-lowers-2015-growth-outlook/

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Myanmar national brutally beats friend to death
Phuket Gazette

PHUKET: Police arrested a Myanmar national in Phuket Town yesterday for brutally beating a man to death with a metal bar in Chalong.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863039-man-bludgeoned-to-death-in-residential-wichit/#entry9967303

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Phuket Red Cross commends riot police restraint
Phuket Gazette

PHUKET: -- In an effort to show their support for the Thalang Police Station after last weekend’s riots, the Phuket Red Cross donated 30 packs of personal hygiene products to officers.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863123-phuket-red-cross-commends-riot-police-restraint/

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Mae Hong Son border trade drops to the tune of THB 20 million

MAE HONG SON, 15 October (NNT) – The Commerce Office of Mae Hong Son has reported a drop in the province’s exports to Myanmar in September.

The province's export value last month fell by 20 million baht, to 60 million baht. The Commerce Office of Mae Hong Son attributed the decline to inactive imports at the Ban Sao Hin temporary crossing in Mae Sariang District.

Best-selling exports included canned beer, whisky, flavor enhancers, instant coffee, white sugar, soy milk, wine, second-hand backhoes, canned fish and white rice. Sales of canned beer have significantly jumped as operators have been stocking up on beverages for New Year. Export of canned beer alone pushed the border trade value up to 18 million baht.

Meanwhile, the import value rose by 31 percent to 85 million baht. Top imports include live cattle, antimony and consumer products.


-- NNT 2015-10-15

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Arrested suspect confesses to murdering Japanese businessman



ANG THONG: -- Ang Thong provincial police last night seized a Thai neighbour in Saraburi province after he was suspected to kill the aged Japanese businessman in his house in Ang Thong province on Tuesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863136-arrested-suspect-confesses-to-murdering-japanese-businessman-in-ang-thong/

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Rainfall declines in Thailand as low pressure system weakens

BANGKOK, 15 October 2015 (NNT)-The amount of rainfall across the nation has declined continuously as a low pressure trough is weakening.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863137-rainfall-declines-in-thailand-as-low-pressure-system-weakens/

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Turkey imposes media blackout on reporting of Saturday’s twin bombing

ANKARA: -- As the search for suspects connected to Saturday’s twin suicide bombing in Ankara goes on, the government has imposed a temporary media blackout on reporting about the deadly attack until those behind it are caught.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/863138-turkey-imposes-media-blackout-on-reporting-of-saturdays-twin-bombing/