Thailand Live Friday 4 Mar 2016

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PM to visit Udon Thani to observe drought prevention efforts



BANGKOK, 4 March 2016 (NNT) - Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha will visit Udon Thani province in the middle of this month to observe the drought situation.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900088-pm-prayut-to-visit-udon-thani-to-observe-drought-prevention-efforts/

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Thailand promotes investment opportunities to Japan



BANGKOK, 4 March 2016 (NNT) - Chairman of ASEAN-Japan Cultural and Economic Exchange Committee Norio Yamaguchi has met with Industry Minister Atchaka Sriboonrueng to discuss investment opportunities in Thailand.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900092-thailand-promotes-investment-opportunities-to-japan/

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Chinese robbers injured in gun duel with police after a failed gunshop robbery

BANGKOK: -- Four Chinese robbers were arrested after they tried to rob a gun shop at Wang Burapha area late this morning, and engaged a gun duel with the shop owner and police.

Full story: [url=http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900093-chinese-robbers-injured-in-gun-duel-with-thai-police-after-failed-gunshop-robbery/

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PM prepares activities to mark HM the King's accession

BANGKOK, 4 March 2016 (NNT) – The Prime Minister has joined a meeting to prepare a celebration of His Majesty the King’s accession, which is slated to include an array of major activities.

Prime Minister Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha chaired a meeting of the commission organizing celebrations for the 70th anniversary of His Majesty the King’s accession this June 9 at Government House.

Addressing all relevant agencies of the celebration, the premier called for a range of activities to be held to mark the auspicious occasion and requested opinions from the offices.

The organization commission includes members of Cabinet, who have let on activities for the day will seek to express the nation’s loyalty for His Majesty the King to the world. They have invited all citizens to take part in acknowledging His Majesty’s great contributions to the Kingdom.


-- NNT 2016-03-04

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Five Injured After Attempted Robbery at Chinatown Gun Shop
By Chayanit Itthipongmaetee
Staff Reporter


Police Lt. Gen. Sanit Mahatavorn investigating the scene where four men tried to rob a gun store. Photo: Matichon Online

BANGKOK — Five people were injured in a gun battle at a firearms shop near Chinatown on Friday morning.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900093-chinese-robbers-injured-in-gun-duel-with-thai-police-after-failed-gunshop-robbery/#entry10491722

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Chinese robbers injured in gun duel with gun shop owner



BANGKOK: -- Three Chinese robbers were shot and injured in a gun duel after they tried to rob a gunshop in Samyod area, the centre of gun selling in Bangkok, late this morning.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900093-chinese-robbers-injured-in-gun-duel-with-thai-police-after-failed-gunshop-robbery/#entry10491782

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Yingluck appears in 4th court hearing



BANGKOK: -- Former prime minister Ms Yingluck Shinawatra appeared at the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Political Office Holders this morning.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900134-yingluck-appears-in-4th-court-hearing/

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Six people nabbed with drugs in Phuket police sting operation
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The arrest of Somchok Waroros, 39, led to the arrest of another five dealers. Photo: Eakkapop Thongtub

PHUKET: -- Six people were arrested over the space of two days when Phuket City carried out a sting operation to rid the area of drugs and crimes.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900135-six-people-nabbed-with-drugs-in-phuket-police-sting-operation/

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The US ambassador Glyn T. Davies and Thai Minister of Finance Apisak Tantivorawong sign the agreement. Photo: Glyn T. Davies Twitter

BANGKOK: -- Thailand and the United States signed an historic tax agreement today to promote tax transparency between the two nations.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900137-thailand-us-sign-agreement-to-share-tax-information/

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Bad dinosaur: T-Rex robot reports to Thai police station over traffic violation
By Coconuts Bangkok


Screenshot of dinosaur. Photo: Thai News Agency

BANGKOK: -- The dinosaur that fell afoul of Bangkok traffic laws has handed itself in to police.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/899746-bangkok-police-to-fine-t-rex-truck-driver-for-breaking-traffic-code/#entry10492025

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Two died, 40 injured in bus crash on Phuphan mountain road

BANGKOK: -- Two people were killed and over 40 injured when a chartered bus taking students and teachers on a study trip from Buriram to Sakhon Nakhon early on Friday crashed into the side of a hilly road in Phuphan mountain range.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900143-two-die-40-injured-in-bus-crash-on-phuphan-mountain-road/

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German media claim French 'downplayed' nuclear incident



BERLIN: -- Reports in German media claim a incident at a French nuclear power plant close to the border with Germany was downplayed by the French authorities.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900145-german-media-claim-french-downplayed-nuclear-incident/

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Pervert photographer: 3 actresses catch man filming up their skirts at charity event
By Coconuts Bangkok


Pitchanart “May” Sakakorn (left) and Panward “Pei” Hemmani (right). Photo: Instagram

BANGKOK: -- Superstar Pitchanart “May” Sakakorn said her animal charity night ended on an unfortunate note after she busted a man filming up the skirts of celebrities.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900147-pervert-photographer-3-actresses-catch-man-filming-up-their-skirts-at-charity-event/

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Patee says Nok Air has already recruited several new pilots



BANGKOK: -- Nok Air has already recruited additional pilots and has improved the flight timetables for the pilots, said the low-cost airliner’s CEO Patee Sarasin in a press release sent to the media today (Friday).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900152-patee-says-nok-air-has-already-recruited-several-new-pilots/

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Eight people killed following horrific car crash in Nong Khai



NONG KHAI:-- Eight people were killed following a collision between two pickup trucks in Nong Khai during the early hours of Friday morning.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900154-eight-people-killed-following-horrific-car-crash-in-nong-khai/

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Chonburi's 'Active Beach' policies to serve as role model for sustainable tourism

CHONBURI, 4 March 2016 (NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister Gen Tanasak Patimapragorn says the new “Active Beach” policies in Chonburi Province will serve as a model for other provinces in maintaining a sustainable tourism industry.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900159-chonburis-active-beach-policies-to-serve-as-role-model-for-sustainable-tourism/

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AMLO asked to probe into money trail of Rai Som and Sorayuth



BANGKOK: -- The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) was today (Friday) asked by a anti-graft advocacy group to investigate the money trail of former Channel 3’s news anchor Sorayuth Suthasnajinda and his Rai Som company dating back to the year 2003.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900162-amlo-asked-to-probe-into-money-trail-of-rai-som-and-sorayuth/

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MOPH launches child drowning prevention campaign

NONTHABURI, 4 March 2016 (NNT) – The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) has launched a campaign urging adults to prevent children drowning as the school break is approaching.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900163-thai-health-min-launches-child-drowning-prevention-campaign/

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BMA hands out assistance funds for victims of Ratchaprasong bombing



BANGKOK, 4 March 2016 (NNT) – The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has handed out over 1.8 million baht to those affected by the Ratchaprasong bombing incident.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900165-bangkok-hands-out-assistance-funds-for-victims-of-ratchaprasong-bombing/

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Nok Air Dives Further With 61 Flights Abruptly Canceled
By Sasiwan Mokkhasen
Staff Reporter


Passengers were stuck at Don Mueang Airport on Feb.14 after pilots of budget airline Nok Air went on strike.

BANGKOK — Despite assurances Nok Air’s downward course has been corrected from its CEO who recently unloaded millions of shares in the ailing airline, it sank further today with another 61 flights canceled.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900152-patee-says-nok-air-has-already-recruited-several-new-pilots/#entry10492469

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NLA member questions the legitimacy of senior officials sitting on boards of state enterprises



BANGKOK: -- A member of the National Legislative Assembly questioned today (Friday) whether it is appropriate for senior government officials to sit on the boards of state enterprises.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900170-nla-member-questions-legitimacy-of-senior-officials-sitting-on-boards-of-state-enterprises/

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Crazed Man Attacks Innocent Woman in East Pattaya



PATTAYA: -- In the early morning of March 4th, a man high on drugs randomly attacked a 25-year-old woman with a wooden stick at an apartment complex in East Pattaya.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900174-crazed-man-attacks-innocent-woman-in-east-pattaya/

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Samsung confirms price of Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge in Thailand

Following its unveiling at last month’s Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona, Samsung has confirmed the price and release date of the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge in Thailand.

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/samsung-confirms-price-of-galaxy-s7-and-s7-edge-in-thailand/14187/

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Man in Hospital After Suffering Injuries in Pattaya Jail
Pattaya One

PATTAYA -- In the early hours of Friday, a 47-year-old Frenchman was badly injured whilst incarcerated at Pattaya Police Station. It appeared he had been assaulted although Police claim he collapsed and was injured as he suffered convulsions.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900189-man-in-hospital-after-suffering-injuries-in-pattaya-jail/

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1.5 tons of marijuana worth 450 million baht seized in southern Thailand
Kwaang Siripoom

CHUMPHON:-- Police have confirmed the seizure of 1.5 tons of marijuana along with 574 methamphetamine pills and haul of firearms in two separate raids in Chumphon, southern Thailand.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900191-15-tons-of-marijuana-worth-450-million-baht-seized-in-southern-thailand/

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Video: Thai motorcyclist’s lucky escape all thanks to wearing a helmet
Kwaang Siripoom

CHONBURI:-- A motorcyclist in Chonburi had a lucky escape after surviving a collision with an 18 wheel truck, all because he was wearing a helmet.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900194-video-thai-motorcyclists-lucky-escape-all-thanks-to-wearing-a-helmet/

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Phuket celebrates Thailand National Defence Volunteer Day
The Phuket News

PHUKET: -- More than 105 vessels joined the Royal Navy Fleet Review to celebrate Thailand National Defence Volunteer Day this morning (Mar 4) at Phromthep Cape.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900196-phuket-celebrates-thailand-national-defence-volunteer-day/

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Traffic delays expected next week as preparations made for Chalong Underpass construction
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Traffic will be affected in the area of HomePro Village in Chalong.

PHUKET: -- People travelling around the area of the new Chalong Underpass can expect to encounter delays in their travelling time as from next week as preparations are made for construction of the underpass to commence.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900197-traffic-delays-expected-next-week-as-preparations-made-for-chalong-underpass-construction/

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Honduras: clashes break out after death of activist Berta Cáceres
Euronews

HONDURAS -- Clashes broke out in the Honduran capital following a student protest over the murder of prominent environmental rights activist Berta Cáceres.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900201-honduras-clashes-break-out-after-death-of-activist-berta-caceres/

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Watch live: Hollande and Merkel give press conference on migrant crisis ahead of Monday’s EU summit
Euronews

PARIS, FRANCE -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in Paris on Friday for talks on Europe’s migration crisis with French President Francois Hollande.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/900202-watch-live-hollande-and-merkel-give-press-conference-on-migrant-crisis-ahead-of-mondays-eu-summit/?p=10493388