Thailand Live Thursday 19 Nov 2015

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Films in honor of HM King to be screened for free this 24 Nov

BANGKOK, 19 November 2015 (NNT) - The government invites the public to watch movies in honor of His Majesty the King on 24 November 2015 at Aksara Theatre in Bangkok.

Prime Minister's Office Minister M.L. Panadda Diskul and Permant Secretary for the PM's Office Pol.Gen. Ek Angsananont on Wednesday presided over the press conference on the film screening. Two movies--"Kham Athitthan" and "Yai Boonma"--are based on true stories of the two people whose lives have been touched by HM the King.

The two movies are in Thai with English subtitle. Both of them have a run time of around 30 minutes. People who want to watch these free movies can reserve sests at the PM's Office Minister by dialing 02-2834728.


-- NNT 2015-11-19

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Chao Phraya Promenade Should be Sent Back to Drawing Board, Architects Say
By Sasiwan Mokkhasen
Staff Reporter


Bangkok's Chao Phaya river in a 2009 photograph. Photo: Emilio Labrador / Flickr

BANGKOK — Those opposed to spending 14 billion baht to line the Chao Phraya river with concrete promenades will hold a discussion about the river’s future next week, as the national Architect Council says the controversial plan is fundamentally flawed.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871839-chao-phraya-promenade-should-be-sent-back-to-drawing-board-architects-say/

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
French 'joie de vivre' made it the target, says ambassador
WASAMON AUDJARINT
THE NATION



BANGKOK: -- FRANCE BECAME the target of terrorists because it symbolised what the Islamic State (IS) hates the most, "joie de vivre" (the pleasure of living), said Gilles Garachon, the French ambassador to Thailand.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871841-french-joie-de-vivre-made-it-the-target-says-french-ambassador-to-thailand/

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) - World Anti-Doping Agency declares Russian anti-doping agency noncompliant.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - United Auto Workers gets permission to hold union vote at Volkswagen plant in Tennessee.

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NEW CHARTER
Non-elected Senate without impeachment powers 'okay'
KASAMAKORN CHANWANPEN
THE NATION

Commentators still want CDC to clarify exact authority, duties of Senators

BANGKOK: -- POLITICAL critics find the concept of having non-elected senators acceptable, provided they are not allowed to impeach political office holders.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871844-new-thai-charter-non-elected-senate-without-impeachment-powers-okay/

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BANGKOK
BMA scraps Sanam Luang underground car park plan
Tanatpong Kongsai
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has scrapped its plan to build an underground car park at Sanam Luang due to disagreement from the Rattanakosin Island Development Committee.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871845-bangkok-administration-scraps-sanam-luang-underground-car-park-plan/

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WORLD CUP
Thailand, Kiatisak focus on Iraq match
The Nation



BANGKOK: -- Thailand's hopes of qualifying for the last-12 team stage of Asian World Cup qualifiers boils down to the decisive clash against Iraq next year after the 2007 Asian champions beat Taiwan 2-0 away on Tuesday that kept the race for the top spot and automatic qualification alive.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871846-world-cup-thailand-kiatisak-focus-on-iraq-match/

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Death sentence for 2011 teashop killer
Pares Lohasan
The Nation

PATTANI: -- The Pattani Provincial Court has sentenced a local man to death for killing five people in a gun attack at a teashop in Panare district on February 3, 2011, the Muslim Attorney Centre Foundation revealed yesterday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871848-death-sentence-for-2011-pattani-teashop-killer/

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Udon Thani group seeks ban on potash mining
THE NATION


Udon Thani deputy governor Somwang Phoungbangpho, in blue, yesterday receives a petition from Manee Boonrawd, head of the Udon Thani environment conservation group.

UDON THANI: -- A PETITION to stop the approval process for potash-mine concession was given to the Udon Thani deputy provincial governor by a local environmental group, amid concerns of a new push for potash mining approvals.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871849-udon-thani-group-seeks-ban-on-potash-mining/

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Forum explores harmonising of healthcare schemes
PRATCH RUJIVANAROM
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- A FORUM in Bangkok this week was seen as a preliminary step in the country's move to create a National Health Security Council to harmonise the three healthcare schemes - Universal Healthcare Scheme, Social Security Scheme and the Civil Servant Medical Benefit Scheme.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871850-forum-explores-harmonising-of-thai-healthcare-schemes/

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Youth leaders in Bangkok to mull problems of the world
THE NATION



BANGKOK: -- WITH MUSIC and performances on stage, the "One Young World Summit 2015'' kicked off yesterday in Bangkok with almost 200 countries placing their flags on the stage during the opening ceremony.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871851-youth-leaders-in-bangkok-to-mull-problems-of-the-world/

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ISIS not linked to Thai-Muslim groups
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- NO OFFSHOOTS of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) has been detected in Thailand, according to police spokesman Pol General Detnarong Suthichanbancha.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871852-isis-not-linked-to-thai-muslim-groups/

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A haven for transgenders
THE NATION



NETWORK OFFERS FRIENDSHIP, EDUCATION AND SUPPORT TO AT-RISK COMMUNITY IN PATTAYA

PATTAYA: -- THE SUN is starting to dip low over the horizon as Prayune Sawangnam steps into the Sisters Foundation's brightly decorated offices.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871853-a-haven-for-transgenders-in-pattaya/

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Police to prepare 11 more trafficking arrest warrants
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- Eleven more warrants will be issued next week for the arrest of human trafficking suspects, Nakhon Si Thammarat police revealed.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871854-thai-police-to-prepare-11-more-trafficking-arrest-warrants/

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Govt to announce its achievements
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- THE achievements of the Prayut government during its first year in office will be announced to the public at a three-day event to be held on December 21, 23 and 24 at Government House, PM's Office Minister Suwaphan Tanyuvardhana said yesterday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871855-thai-govt-to-announce-its-achievements/

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BURNING ISSUE
Yingluck changes strategies with the political seasons
ATTAYUTH BOOTSRIPOOM

BANGKOK: -- "I AM not in a position to demand anything - even justice - because everything goes according to what this government wants. The government must decide what the public stands to gain from ordering me to pay civil liability."

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871856-yingluck-changes-strategies-with-the-political-seasons/

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SPECIAL REPORT
Jovial PM brings colour and 'pracha rat' to the Northeast
ANAPAT DEECHUAY
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- THE RECENT trip of Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha to Ubon Ratchathani was aimed at inspecting government policies and progress in the northeastern provinces.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871857-jovial-pm-prayut-brings-colour-and-pracha-rat-to-isaan/

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Top court verdict can be challenged
KASAMAKORN CHANWANPEN
THE NATION

BANGKOK: -- Politicians tried in the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Political Office Holders will now have 30 days to appeal after a verdict is delivered, charter drafters agreed yesterday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871858-thai-politics-top-court-verdict-can-be-challenged/

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THAI TALK
Super-board's 'red card' threat is just tip of the reform iceberg
Suthichai Yoon
The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The "super-board" headed by Premier Prayut Chan-o-cha has handed down clear instructions for seven troubled state enterprises to either "shape up or ship out". Is genuine reform on the horizon?

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871859-thai-talk-super-boards-red-card-threat-is-just-tip-of-the-reform-iceberg/

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EDITORIAL
Of children and the promise of the future
The Nation

The One Young World Summit currently underway in Bangkok sparkles with optimism and opportunity

BANGKOK: -- Bob Geldof, Manny Pacquiao and other celebrities who've inspired millions around the world are in Bangkok this week to speak at the One Young World Summit, which has brought together 1,300 youths from 190 countries and territories.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871860-thai-editorial-of-children-and-the-promise-of-the-future/

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Paris attack suspect reportedly sighted in Phuket
Phuket Gazette


Brussels-born Abdeslam Salah, wanted for his alleged involvement in the November 13 terrorist attacks in Paris, was reportedly seen in Patong months ago.

PHUKET: -- A man wanted in connection to the devastating terrorist attacks in Paris that left 129 people dead and more than 240 injured was reportedly seen in Phuket earlier this year, a well-informed source within Phuket's French-speaking community revealed to the Phuket Gazette.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871861-paris-attack-suspect-reportedly-sighted-in-phuket/

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Taxi driver rejects, stabs complaining passenger
By Coconuts Bangkok


Photo: Bee Anuchit

BANGKOK: -- A Bangkok man is seeking justice after he was allegedly stabbed by a taxi driver for complaining about getting rejected.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871862-bangkok-taxi-driver-rejects-stabs-complaining-passenger/

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Shipping agents protest against parking fee increase at Suvarnabhumi airport



BANGKOK: - About 100 shipping agents held a protest at Suvarnabhumi international airport against the increase of parking fees at the so-called free zone.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871863-shipping-agents-protest-against-parking-fee-increase-at-suvarnabhumi-airport/

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UDD leader claims government is fully aware of Rajabhakti park project from the beginning



BANGKOK: -- Red-shirt leader Jatuporn Promphan claimed on Wednesday that the government was fully aware of the construction of Rajabhakti Park from the beginning and the costs of the construction came from national budget and public donations.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871864-jatuporn-claims-government-is-fully-aware-of-rajabhakti-park-project-from-the-beginning/

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Probe report in Rajabhakdi Park’s alleged corruption is a fake



BANGKOK: -- An investigation report about alleged corruption in the construction of the Rajabhakti Park in Hua Hin which was circulated in the social media was a fake, said Colonel Winthai Suvaree, spokesman of the Army.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871865-probe-report-in-rajabhakdi-parks-alleged-corruption-is-a-fake/

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Whereabouts remain unknown of Paris attacks 'mastermind'



PARIS: -- The Paris public prosecutor has been giving more details of Wednesday morning’s seven hour operation against the alleged mastermind of last week’s deadly attacks in the French capital.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871866-whereabouts-remain-unknown-of-paris-attacks-mastermind/

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Security services under scrutiny after Paris attacks



PARIS: -- The Paris terror attacks have raised questions about the effectiveness of French security services and whether Belgium has done enough to tackle extremism.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871867-security-services-under-scrutiny-after-paris-attacks/

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Belgium questioned 'terror brothers' before Paris attacks – but didn't tell France



BRUSSELS: -- Belgium says that before Friday’s massacre in Paris, police questioned two brothers at the centre of the terror plot but the pair were released because they didn’t appear to represent any threat.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871869-belgium-questioned-terror-brothers-before-paris-attacks-but-didnt-tell-france/

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A new, uneasy alliance takes shape to fight Daesh in Syria
Produced by Beatriz Beiras



PARIS: -- France is intensifying its air raids against Daesh targets in their headquarters of Raqqa in Syria. Since October Paris has been taking part as a coalition member taking the fight to the Islamic extremists, but until last Friday had only struck five times. In Iraq French pilots have been flying sorties for a whole year. The Friday 13th attacks have changed everything.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871870-a-new-uneasy-alliance-takes-shape-to-fight-daesh-in-syria/

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ISIL claims its killed two hostages as it gives more detail on Russian plane bomb



PARIS: -- In its propaganda magazine ISIL shows a picture of what it says is a similar bomb to the one it claims to have smuggled on to a Russian plane that exploded over Egypt last month.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/871871-isil-claims-its-killed-two-hostages-as-it-gives-more-detail-on-russian-plane-bomb/