Thailand Live Monday 25 Apr 2016

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Thaivisa Photography Competition (April 2016)

Enter the Thaivisa Photography Competition where you can win a two night stay at the luxury Palm Grove Resort in Pattaya, worth an estimated 10,000 Baht.

Submit your photos here: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/907140-thaivisa-photography-competition-april-2016/

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Italian hotel owner, 46, found dead in Patong room

Darawan Naknakhon

PHUKET: Police and doctors have yet to pinpoint the cause of death of a 46-year-old Italian national who was found dead at a hotel he ran in Patong early this morning (April 24).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912422-italian-hotel-owner-46-found-dead-in-patong-room/

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UDD calls for international observation of referendum



BANGKOK: -- The United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship or the red-shirt movement has called for the United Nations, the European Union or an international organization to send teams to observe the national referendum on the draft charter in Thailand to ensure fairness, transparency and trust.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912482-udd-calls-for-international-observation-of-referendum/

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Search resumes for two missing people in Ratchaprapa dam



BANGKOK: -- Rescue workers resumed their search Sunday for two people, including a diver, who went missing and believed drowned in the Ratchaprapa dam in Surat Thani province on Saturday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912483-search-resumes-for-two-missing-people-in-ratchaprapa-dam/

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PEA warns of electrical risks during thunderstorm

BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) - The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has warned people who live in rain storm risk-areas to keep abreast of weather conditions and frequently check that electrical appliances are working.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912484-pea-warns-of-electrical-risks-during-thunderstorm/

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Deputy premier to attend Informal Defense Ministers Meeting in Moscow

BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) – Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Prawit Wongsuwan is scheduled to visit Russia and attend an Informal Meeting of the Defense Ministers of ASEAN and Russia and the fifth Moscow International Conference during April 25-28, 2016.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912485-deputy-thai-pm-to-attend-informal-defense-ministers-meeting-in-moscow/

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PM Prayut satisfied with response to Ban Pracharat project

BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) - The Prime Minister is satisfied with the response to the Ban Pracharat housing project although caution is being urged concerning the risk of spurring an increase in bad loans.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912486-pm-prayut-satisfied-with-response-to-ban-pracharat-project/

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Thai Govt respects human rights, MFA tells OHCHR



BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has assured the United Nations of Thailand’s commitment to protect and respect human rights.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912487-thai-govt-respects-human-rights-mfa-tells-ohchr/

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Cabinet ministers visit gold mines in 3 provinces



PHETCHABURI, 25 April 2016 (NNT) – Three cabinet ministers have traveled to three provinces in the upper central part of Thailand to jointly inspect gold mines and gather input from the locals about the mining operations.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912488-thai-cabinet-ministers-visit-gold-mines-in-3-provinces/

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DPM asks public to study draft charter before going to the polls



BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) – A deputy prime minister has urged members of the public to gain a thorough understanding of the draft constitution before going to the polls.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912489-thai-dpm-asks-public-to-study-draft-charter-before-going-to-the-polls/

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THAI to commence in-flight OTOP sales in May

BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) – OTOP goods will be featured in in-flight sales aboard THAI airline flights starting from May.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912490-thai-to-commence-in-flight-otop-sales-in-may/

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ISOC Region 4: Situation in southernmost region improves



BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) - The Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Region 4 has announced its achievements in preventing violent incidents in the southern border provinces and suppressing crime. Many suspects with evidence were arrested.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912491-isoc-region-4-situation-in-southernmost-region-improves/

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Twenty-seven provinces declared drought disaster areas

BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) – Twenty seven provinces in Thailand have now been declared drought disaster areas while the authorities will provide urgent relief to the affected public, according to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM).

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912492-27-thai-provinces-declared-drought-disaster-areas/

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Consumers urged to beware of unsafe meat



BANGKOK, 25 April 2016 (NNT) - The Department of Livestock Development has advised consumers to exercise caution when buying meat in summer during which time food can rot easily.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912493-consumers-urged-to-beware-of-unsafe-meat/

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Zaw Lin and Wai Phyo – innocent in the 'trial by social media'



SAMUI: -- On the 4th of October 2014 two 21 year old migrant workers from Myanmar, Zaw Lin and Wai Phyo were charged with murdering two British backpackers on Siree Beach in Koh Tao.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912496-zaw-lin-and-wai-phyo-innocent-in-the-trial-by-social-media/

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6 Lessons to Be Learned from 2015 Thailand Tourism Statistics
BY JACOB MASLOW



BANGKOK: -- Tourism in Thailand is one of the leading industries, and the sector is an important part of the country’s GDP. Beautiful beach destinations, top-of-the-line resorts and fun festivals lure in millions of visitors every year.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912498-6-lessons-to-be-learned-from-2015-thailand-tourism-statistics/

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Austria: far-right Hofer gets presidential poll first round landslide



VIENNA: -- It is the best result ever for Austria’s far-right Freedom Party in a national election.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912499-austria-far-right-hofer-gets-presidential-poll-first-round-landslide/

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Clooney joins Armenia Remembrance Day commemorations



YEREVAN: -- The people of Armenia and those who support them have not forgotten.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912500-george-clooney-joins-armenia-remembrance-day-commemorations/

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China: quick-thinking cop averts potential tragedy as sinkhole appears in busy road



HANGZHOU: -- The observational skills and quick-wits of a policeman in the Chinese city of Hangzhou have potentially saved dozens of lives. He put cones out immediately after spotting a crack on the ground at a busy crossroads.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912502-china-quick-thinking-cop-averts-potential-tragedy-as-sinkhole-appears-in-busy-road/

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Rome celebrates its 2,769th birthday



ROME: -- Rome has reached the grand old age of 2,769.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912504-rome-celebrates-its-2769th-birthday/

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Frustration in Nepal as ‘aid remains unspent,’ one year after deadly quakes



KATHMANDU: -- One year on from the first of two devastating earthquakes in Nepal feelings of frustration, disappointment and despair are evident.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912505-frustration-in-nepal-as-aid-remains-unspent-one-year-after-deadly-quakes/

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Solar Impulse successfully crosses Pacific Ocean



MOUNTAIN VIEW: -- Solar Impulse has successfully crossed the Pacific Ocean to land at Moffett Federal Airfield in California.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912506-solar-impulse-successfully-crosses-pacific-ocean/

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Astronaut Tim Peake ‘runs the London Marathon’ in space



British astronaut Tim Peake ran the London marathon strapped to a treadmill in the International Space Station.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912507-british-astronaut-tim-peake-runs-the-london-marathon-in-space/

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N. Korea claims successful test of submarine-fired missile
By KIM TONG-HYUNG

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Sunday that it successfully test-fired a ballistic missile from a submarine and warned of its growing ability to cut down its enemies with a "dagger of destruction." South Korea couldn't immediately confirm the claim of success in what marks Pyongyang's latest effort to expand its military might in face of pressure by its neighbors and Washington.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912508-n-korea-claims-successful-test-of-submarine-fired-missile/

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Obama dismisses North Korea proposal on halting nuke tests
By ERIC TALMADGE

NEW YORK (AP) — A day after North Korea's foreign minister told The Associated Press that his country is ready to halt its nuclear tests if the United States suspends its annual military exercises with South Korea, President Barack Obama said Sunday that Washington isn't taking the proposal seriously and Pyongyang would "have to do better than that."

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912510-obama-dismisses-north-korea-proposal-on-halting-nuke-tests/

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White House poised to release secret pages from 9/11 inquiry
By DEB RIECHMANN

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration will likely soon release at least part of a 28-page secret chapter from a congressional inquiry into 9/11 that may shed light on possible Saudi connections to the attackers.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912511-white-house-poised-to-release-secret-pages-from-911-inquiry/

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Muslims for Trump, though few, see past rhetoric, bluster
By JEFF KAROUB

DETROIT (AP) — As a Donald Trump supporter, Nedal Tamer feels he's in the minority among Muslim-Americans, comfortable with his choice yet somewhat confounded that he doesn't have more company.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912512-muslims-for-trump-though-few-see-past-rhetoric-bluster/

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Beyond music, Prince's legacy includes black activism
By GREG MOORE

Prince accepted a standing ovation as he strolled out carrying a cane and rocking an Afro to present the 2015 Grammy for album of the year. Then he stole the show with a line that reminded everyone he was more than just a pop superstar; he was a black activist.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912513-beyond-music-princes-legacy-includes-black-activism/

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Obama pushes for global trade deals in face of opposition
By KATHLEEN HENNESSEY and DARLENE SUPERVILLE

HANNOVER, Germany (AP) — President Barack Obama mounted a strong defense of international trade deals Sunday in the face of domestic and foreign opposition, saying it's "indisputable" that such agreements strengthen the economy and make U.S. businesses more competitive worldwide. But he acknowledged that the clock is ticking on his faltering trade agenda.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912514-obama-pushes-for-global-trade-deals-in-face-of-opposition/

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Leicester copes without Vardy to take another step to title
ROB HARRIS, AP Global Soccer Writer

LONDON (AP) — No Jamie Vardy, no problem for Leicester.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/912517-leicester-copes-without-vardy-to-take-another-step-to-title/