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/

British man's Thai wife killed by ya ba addict - druggy was her "gik", say police

Image: Daily News

UDON THANI:-- A murder hunt is on in Udon Thani after a British businessman's Thai wife was found strangled in the couple's home on Wednesday.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931604-british-mans-thai-wife-killed-by-ya-ba-addict-druggy-was-her-gik-say-police/

Finnish NGO takes Activist in defend in Bangkok court
by Frederik Guy Hoff Sonne


Andy Hall in front of the Court (Photo: Finnwatch).

British activist Andy Hall has been pursued through courts in Bangkok relentlessly since early 2013 after he exposed abused labour at global fruit juice business National Fruit Company. Hall interviewed Thai company Natural Fruit’s workers for a report published by Finnwatch, a Finnish human rights watchdog, in 2013.

Full Story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931586-finnish-ngo-takes-activist-in-defend-in-bangkok-court/

Dr Wisanu outlines what needs to be done if draft charter fails in referendum



BANGKOK: -- To avoid a political stalemate in case the draft constitution fails in the referendum, Deputy Prime Minister Wisanu Krea-ngam made some suggestions of what needs to be done before the referendum.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931634-dr-wisanu-outlines-what-needs-to-be-done-if-draft-charter-fails-in-referendum/

Campaign launched to urge every Thai to eat 300 eggs a year



BANGKOK: -- A campaign is being launched to urge every Thai national to increase his or her chicken egg intake to 300 eggs per annum by the year 2018.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931635-campaign-launched-to-urge-every-thai-to-eat-300-eggs-a-year/

Traffic nightmare after heavy rains in Bangkok



BANGKOK: -- Wednesday evening downpour which coincided with the end of the office hours as office workers rushed for homes in private cars or buses causing widespread traffic gridlock throughout the city.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931636-traffic-nightmare-after-heavy-rains-in-bangkok/

Mysterious letters emerge in Chiang Mai



CHIANG MAI: -- Post offices in Chiang Mai have impounded more than 2,000 letters believed mailed by some ill-intent political elements to scuttle the draft constitution which is due to go through a referendum on August 7.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931637-mysterious-letters-emerge-in-chiang-mai/

Cabinet approved another 258 million baht for educational campaign on draft charter



BANGKOK: -- The cabinet on Tuesday approved the Interior Ministry’s proposal for an addition of 258 million baht fund to support the ministry’s publicity campaign to educate members of the public about the draft constitution.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931638-cabinet-approved-another-258-million-baht-for-educational-campaign-on-draft-charter/

Khao Yai national park starts using technology to detect visitors who might drive too fast, feed wildlife

NAKORN RATCHASIMA, 14 July 2016 (NNT) – Khao Yai national park in Nakorn Ratchasima province has started using technology to deal with visitors who might drive too fast or feed wildlife.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931639-khao-yai-park-starts-using-technology-to-detect-visitors-who-might-drive-too-fast-feed-wildlife/

Eastern and Southern provinces brace for heavy rains

BANGKOK, 14 July 2016 (NNT) – The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has reported heavy rains in may areas with river banks overflowing in Phitsanulok and Surat Thani, while officials have been dispatched to closely monitor the situation.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931640-eastern-and-southern-thai-provinces-brace-for-heavy-rains/

NRSA reveals progress of case related to unfair charges by mobile phone operators

BANGKOK, 14 July 2016 (NNT) – The National Reform Steering Assembly has reported on the progress of a case related to unfair fees charged by the country’s mobile service operators.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931641-nrsa-reveals-progress-of-case-related-to-unfair-charges-by-mobile-phone-operators/

Transport Co., Ltd. to rent 400 new buses

BANGKOK, 14 July 2016 (NNT) - The Transport Co., Ltd. is preparing to rent new buses to gradually replace the old ones in the hope to increase passengers.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931643-transport-co-ltd-to-rent-400-new-buses/

Longan Farmer Kills Business Partner During Argument
by CityNews



CityNews – A man was killed in Sanpatong after he was murdered by a business partner who was upset over the profits from their longan farm.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931645-longan-farmer-kills-business-partner-during-argument-in-chiang-mai/

Our Grand Canyon to Become Water Park
by CityNews



CityNews – The ‘Grand Canyon’ of Chiang Mai in Nam Phrae Sub District has, for many years, been a somewhat well kept secret amongst many residents who go to the man-made quarry to swim and jump off the cliffs.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931646-grand-canyon-of-chiang-mai-to-become-water-park/

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King Seafood Inspected after German’s Rotten Lobster Accusation



PATTAYA: -- 13th July, Mrs. Bupha Songsakulchai Sanitation Technical Officer, Professional Level Consumer Protection Chief, Pattaya and Public Health Officer went on location to Pattaya King Seafood on Walking Street, South Pattaya. to conduct an inspection.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931455-german-fights-for-refund-after-eating-rotten-lobster-at-popular-pattaya-seafood-restaurant/page-5?p=10957507#entry10957507

Chinese tourist deaths spur Phuket, Phi Phi tour boat safety hike
Tanyaluk Sakoot


Tour speedboat operators in Phuket and Krabi, including Phi Phi Island, are about to come under closer scrutiny say local Marine Chiefs. Photo: Tanyaluk Sakoot

PHUKET: -- The Marine Chiefs of Krabi and Phuket have vowed to tackle dangerous speedboat operators in the wake of 18-year-old Chinese tourist Li Yuheng dying after the femoral artery in his left leg was slashed by a propeller at Phi Phi Island last week.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931648-chinese-tourist-deaths-spur-phuket-phi-phi-tour-boat-safety-hike/

Kidnapped boy returned after Illinois Police locate him in Bangkok
KWQC Staff Reports

EAST MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) – The East Moline Police Department in Illinois had some international help to reunite a kidnapped child with his mother.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931401-us-man-wanted-on-kidnapping-charge-detained-in-thailand/#entry10957515

BMW, VW to procure more parts in Thailand
TAMAKI KYOZUKA, Nikkei staff writer

BANGKOK -- Germany's BMW and Volkswagen will source more parts from Thailand's well-developed autoparts industry to enhance competitiveness and expand Asian operations.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931649-bmw-vw-to-procure-more-parts-in-thailand/

Boris Johnson among three Brexiteers with key roles in new UK cabinet
By Alasdair Sandford



LONDON: -- Theresa May has lost no time in appointing her new team since being confirmed as the UK’s new prime minister.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931650-boris-johnson-among-three-brexiteers-with-key-roles-in-new-uk-cabinet/?p=10957548

Much ado about a hairdo, Francois Hollande’s 10,000 euros haircut
By Joanna Gill

PARIS: -- A hairstylist that costs almost 10,000 euros a month, because Francois Hollande is worth it. France is reeling over news that the president’s coiffure comes with a rather steep price tag.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931651-much-ado-about-a-hairdo-francois-hollandes-10000-euros-haircut/

Post-Brexit stability at last as Larry the Cat remains at Number 10



LONDON: -- David Cameron and George Osborne have not been the only Downing Street occupants pondering their removal from the heart of power.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931652-post-brexit-stability-at-last-as-larry-the-cat-remains-at-number-10/

Cameron’s last words as Prime Minister



LONDON: -- As Theresa May set her sights on the future, outgoing British Prime Minister David Cameron took the time to examine his past on his last moments in office.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931653-camerons-last-words-as-prime-minister/

Emperor of Japan “plans to abdicate” in unprecedented move
By Luke Barber



TOKYO: -- Japan’s Emperor Akihoto has expressed a desire to abdicate the Chrysanthemum Throne in the next few years, according to reports.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931654-emperor-of-japan-plans-to-abdicate-in-unprecedented-move/

New challenge to Corbyn as Owen Smith launches UK Labour leadership bid
By Alasdair Sandford

"This country cannot afford to have a Labour Party that isn't presenting a powerful opposition"

LONDON: -- The battle for Britain’s opposition Labour leadership has become more complicated after a second challenger to Jeremy Corbyn threw his hat into the ring.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931655-new-challenge-to-corbyn-as-owen-smith-launches-uk-labour-leadership-bid/

Theresa May becomes Britain's new leader as Cameron exits
By JILL LAWLESS and DANICA KIRKA

LONDON (AP) — Theresa May entered No. 10 Downing St., on Wednesday as Britain's new prime minister, following a bittersweet exit by David Cameron that was tinged with humor and regret.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931656-theresa-may-becomes-britains-new-leader-as-cameron-exits/

Ginsburg's public Trump critique raises ethical quandaries
By MICHAEL BIESECKER

WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's public criticism of Donald Trump is dividing legal experts over whether the leader of the court's liberal wing should recuse herself in any future case involving him.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931657-ginsburgs-public-trump-critique-raises-ethical-quandaries/

Trump and family meet with VP finalists
BY BRIAN SLODYSKO, JILL COLVIN and STEVE PEOPLES

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Republican Donald Trump on Wednesday entered the final phase of his high-profile search for a running mate, arranging last-minute meetings with his finalists and family members as his staff prepares for a Friday announcement.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931658-trump-and-family-meet-with-vp-finalists/

Lampang man's last short time ends in death


Image: Thairatg

LAMPANG: -- A 36 year old Lampang man died after having sex with a 24 year old woman in a short - time hotel in Lampang.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931660-lampang-mans-last-short-time-ends-in-death/

Trump seeks $10 million from former aide in disclosure case
By JULIE PACE and CHAD DAY

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is seeking $10 million in damages from former senior campaign consultant Sam Nunberg, alleging that Nunberg leaked confidential information to reporters in violation of a nondisclosure agreement.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931686-trump-seeks-10-million-from-former-aide-in-disclosure-case/

Isis confirms death of hugely popular 'minister of war' Omar al-Shishani
The militant leader was hugely popular within the group and his loss is expected to be a significant blow
Will Worley

LONDON: -- Abu Omar al-Shishani, a high ranking Isis commander, has been confirmed as dead by pro-Isis propaganda outlets.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/931690-isis-confirms-death-of-hugely-popular-minister-of-war-omar-al-shishani/