Thaivisa Photography Competition (July 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/928582-thaivisa-photography-competition-july-2016/

New Democracy group to continue protest against draft charter



BANGKOK: -- Student activists of the New Democracy Movement have vowed to carry on with their campaign against the draft constitution in open defiance against the NCPO order banning political gathering of more than five people in public.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930860-new-democracy-group-to-continue-protest-against-draft-charter/

Acting abbot appointed for Wat Dhammakaya



BANGKOK: - The deputy abbot of Wat Dhammakaya, Phra Ratchapawanajarn or Phra Thattachivo, has been named acting abbot of the temple replacing Phra Dhammachayo effective as of July 1.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930861-acting-abbot-appointed-for-wat-dhammakaya/

NBC to rule on GMM 25 and Voice TV cases on Monday



BANGKOK: -- The National Broadcasting Commission will decide at its meeting on Monday what punitive action to be taken against a TV programme of GMM 25 channel for allegedly featuring rape and violent scenes.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930862-nbc-to-rule-on-gmm-25-and-voice-tv-cases-on-monday/

Education in deep south shows improvement: DPM



SONGKHLA, 11 July 2016 (NNT) – The Deputy Prime Minister delivered national education policy in the southern border provinces’ special development zones, encouraging sports and the implementation of satellite broadcast in remote areas to expand access to education.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930863-education-in-deep-south-shows-improvement-dpm/

Connectivity upgrade underway for Singkhon Pass

PRACHUAP KHIRI KHAN, 11 July 2016 (NNT) – Prachuap Khiri Khan Province will be upgrading the Singkhon Pass' land connectivity, enhancing logistics and tourism between Thailand and Myanmar.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930864-connectivity-upgrade-underway-for-singkhon-pass/

No significant crack found on new train carriages, confirms SRT

BANGKOK, 11 July 2016 (NNT) – Inspection found no signs of cracks on the new train carriages recently transported from China, while any carriages failing quality inspection will be rejected for transfer, says the SRT chief.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930865-no-significant-crack-found-on-new-train-carriages-confirms-srt/

Minister of Interior inspects disaster drills



BANGKOK, 11 July 2016 (NNT) - Officers from 65 units have attended drills on disaster preparedness to ensure security for investors, tourists and the general public.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930866-thai-interior-minister-inspects-disaster-drills/

Bikers in Suphan Buri launch safe riding campaign

SUPHAN BURI, 11 July 2016 (NNT) - The “Suphan Buri We Love Vespa” group has campaigned for safe riding and donated helmets to children.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930867-bikers-in-suphan-buri-launch-safe-riding-campaign/

Northern students voice suggestions about Thai education

CHIANG MAI, 11 July 2016 (NNT) - High school students in the Northern region have brainstormed solutions to problems in the Thai education in a seminar planned to take place nationwide.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930868-northern-students-voice-suggestions-about-thai-education/

Govt to introduce new television show on NBT



BANGKOK, 11 July 2016 (NNT) – The government is introducing a new television program on NBT, also known as channel 11.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930869-thai-govt-to-introduce-new-television-show-on-nbt/

Dept of Fisheries to host “ASEAN Fish Expo 2016”



BANGKOK, 11 July 2016 (NNT) - The Department of Fisheries is slated to play host to the “ASEAN Fish Expo 2016” next month.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930870-dept-of-fisheries-to-host-asean-fish-expo-2016/

Junta spokesman says NDM students should stick to classrooms
By Pravit Rojanaphruk, Senior Staff Writer


An undated file photo of Junta spokesman Col. Piyapong Klinphan talking to the press. Photo: Matichon

BANGKOK — Junta spokesman Col. Piyapong Klinphan said on Saturday that members of the New Democracy Movement (NDM) should return to school and cease political activities, adding that the group’s financial transactions will be scrutinized to check for any “irregularities.”

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930871-govt-spokesman-says-ndm-students-should-stick-to-classrooms/

Reporter arrested while reporting on referendum in Ratchaburi
By Pravit Rojanaphruk, Senior Staff Writer


A sign outside the Bangkok newsroom of Prachatai. Photo: Courtesy Prachatai

RATCHABURI — A reporter for a pro-democracy news website was detained by police this morning in Ratchaburi province.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930872-reporter-arrested-while-reporting-on-referendum-in-ratchaburi/

Portugal stuns host France to win cup despite Ronaldo injury
By ROB HARRIS

SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — Portugal overcame the loss of injured captain Cristiano Ronaldo to beat France 1-0 in the European Championship final on Sunday, with a goal in extra time from substitute Eder securing their country's first football title.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930873-portugal-stuns-host-france-to-win-cup-despite-ronaldo-injury/

Dolphin rescued on Koh Lanta
Eakkapop Thongtub


The dolphin was rescued by the Navy Rescue. Photo: Eakkapop Thongtub

KRABI: – A dolphin was rescued by the navy at 8am this morning (July 10) after being washed onto Lanta Noi beach off of Krabi.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930874-dolphin-rescued-on-koh-lanta/

Australian PM declares narrow election victory



CANBERRA: -- Australia’s prime minister has declared a narrow victory on the eighth day of vote counting in marathon federal elections.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930875-australian-pm-declares-narrow-election-victory/

Obama cuts short visit to Spain



MADRID: -- US President Barack Obama arrived in Spain on Sunday for a visit which was interrupted after five white police officers were shot dead by an African-American war vet in Dallas on Thursday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930876-obama-cuts-short-visit-to-spain/

One of Spain’s top bullfighters is gored to death live on TV



VALENCIA: -- One of Spain’s top matadors has been killed after being gored to death by a bull.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930877-one-of-spains-top-bullfighters-is-gored-to-death-live-on-tv/

Police and protesters clash in Berlin neighbourhood



BERLIN: -- Around two thousand left wing extremists marched through the Freidrichshain neighbourhood of Berlin on Saturday in a day of tension with a similar number of police that hours later ended in clashes.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930878-police-and-protesters-clash-in-berlin-neighbourhood/

US frees Yemeni prisoner from Guantanamo, sends him to Italy

MIAMI (AP) — A Yemeni prisoner at Guantanamo Bay was released and sent to Italy after more than 14 years in custody, the Pentagon said Sunday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930879-us-frees-yemeni-prisoner-from-guantanamo-sends-him-to-italy/

Obama urges greater respect, understanding after shootings
By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and KATHLEEN HENNESSEY

MADRID (AP) — President Barack Obama on Sunday urged respect and restraint from Americans angered by the killing of black men by police, saying anything less does a "disservice to the cause" of ridding the criminal justice system of racial bias.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930880-obama-urges-greater-respect-understanding-after-shootings/

Attacks on police: Inspired or directed by militant groups?

By LISA MARIE PANE

DALLAS (AP) Police shootings of black men in Louisiana and Minnesota were followed by calls from black militant groups and others to seek vengeance against officers. Almost immediately, several officers were attacked, including the five slain by a sniper in Dallas.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930884-attacks-on-police-inspired-or-directed-by-militant-groups/

It’s official: Expats in Thailand are deliriously happy!



BANGKOK: -- A Thaivisa survey has revealed that expats living in Thailand are extremely happy. And not just that – the great majority feel that it is a safe place to live and work.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930881-its-official-expats-in-thailand-are-deliriously-happy/

Tesla CEO says he’s working on another secret ‘masterplan’
BY ASSOCIATED PRESS



Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk, under pressure after a fatal crash involving one of his electric cars, went on Twitter Sunday to say he’s working on another “Top Secret Tesla Masterplan.” He said he hoped to publish details this week.

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/tesla-ceo-says-hes-working-on-another-secret-masterplan/16134/

DJI is making it easier to keep your drone away from restricted areas



The largest drone manufacturer in the world DJI, announced it will soon be releasing new software that will help to prevent owners flying their aircraft into places they shouldn’t.

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/dji-is-making-it-easier-to-keep-your-drone-away-from-restricted-areas/16137/?utm_source=newsletter-20160711-0643

Tuk tuk driver cleared of tourist bag theft after video goes viral


Image: tnamcot

BANGKOK:-- A tuk tuk driver has been cleared of any involvement in the theft of a tourist’s bag after a video of the incident was shared online.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930886-tuk-tuk-driver-cleared-of-tourist-bag-theft-after-video-goes-viral/

Metro Police give report on its recent crime-fighting efforts

BANGKOK, 11 July 2016, (NNT) - The Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) has reported on its efforts to tackle crime in Bangkok.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930900-bangkok-metro-police-give-report-on-its-recent-crime-fighting-efforts/

20km Chase After Two Men Transporting Ice Break Through Police Checkpoint
Story by Albert Jack



PATTAYA: -- At 11pm on the night of July 10 a police patrol, along with volunteers, set up road checkpoint on North Pattaya Sai 3, M. 5 Naklua.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/930915-20km-chase-after-two-men-transporting-ice-break-through-police-checkpoint/

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