Deadly man-of-war spotted off Phuket beaches

Kongleaphy Keam

Man-of-War found at Naithon Beach. Photo: Phuket Lifeguard Service Facebook

PHUKET:-- Deadly Portuguese Man-of-War have been spotted floating off several of Phukets popular beaches this week.

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Riot at Pattani Central Prison

PATTANI: Hundreds of prisoners at Pattani central prison stage a riot late this afternoon, burning their living quarters and assaulting wardens.

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Their Majesties the King and Queen express sorrow for terror attack in Nice

BANGKOK: Their Majesties the King and Queen on Friday sent a letter of condolence to French President Francois Hollande for the deaths and injuries from the terror attack in Nice on Thursday night which left at least 84 people killed and over 100 injured.

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One prisoner killed in a riot at Pattani prison

PATTANI: A prisoner was killed in a riot at a prison in Pattani province Friday afternoon which involved about 100 inmates.

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Monk admits encroaching forest but to reforest the area

CHIANG MAI: Phra Budda Isara has admitted that he encroached on forest reserves in Chiang Mai’s Mae Wang district but with an intention to reforest the area.

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Paris Prosecutor says Nice attack bears hallmarks of Islamic terrorism

A terror inquiry has been launched into Thursday night’s attack in Nice that killed at least 84 people and wounded scores more.

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Who was Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel?

Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel was a Tunisian citizen who held residency status in France and worked as a delivery driver in Nice.

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Around the world people pay tribute to victims of Nice attacks

Around the world people were united in grief and solidarity as they honoured the victims of the attack in Nice.

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Italy crash: Andria station master ‘allowed crash train to pass’

Italy’s president Mattarella met the families of the victims of Tuesday’s train crash in Southern italy at a hospital in Bari.

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Nearly 40 held in Romania slavery probe as new evidence emerges

Authorities in Romania have formally detained 38 people suspected of running a slavery ring.

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Turkish military says seized control, people take to streets

SUZAN FRASER, Associated Press


ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey's armed forces said it "fully seized control" of the country Friday as explosions and gunfire erupted in the capital. Turkey's president remained defiant and called on people to take to the streets to show support for his embattled government.

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Pence wins Trump's vote; GOP team addresses America Saturday

JULIE PACE, Associated Press
BRIAN SLODYSKO, Associated Press


WASHINGTON (AP) — After frenzied, final decision-making, Donald Trump announced Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate Friday, adding an experienced politician with deep Washington connections to the Republican presidential ticket.

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Thailand and Brunei granted visa-free access to Taiwan

Taipei, July 15 (CNA) Citizens of Thailand and Brunei will be granted visa-free access to Taiwan starting on Aug. 1, according to a measure approved by the Cabinet on Friday.

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Cyprus: Roman era mosaic found during Larnaca sewage works

A rare Roman era mosaic has been discovered in Cyprus during excavations in the coastal city of Larnaca.

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Drone launched to ‘monitor fraud’ in Ukraine parliament

The Ukrainian parliament has been disrupted by a drone, launched by an opposition party member to monitor potential voting fraud.

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France’s state of emergency to continue for three more months

By Luke Barber

President Francois Hollande has announced a further three months of national emergency following the Bastille Day attacks in Nice.

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Brazil reviews Rio Olympic security after Nice attack

MAURICIO SAVARESE, Associated Press


RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Security preparations for the upcoming Rio de Janeiro Olympics will be reviewed after a devastating attack in France, Brazilian officials said Friday.

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Secret chapter of 9/11 inquiry released after 13-year wait

DEB RIECHMANN, Associated Press


WASHINGTON (AP) — Newly declassified pages from a congressional report into 9/11 released Friday have reignited speculation that some of the hijackers had links to Saudis, including government officials — allegations that were never substantiated by later U.S. investigations into the terrorist attacks.

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British PM May: Willing to listen to Scotland's EU proposals

GREGORY KATZ, Associated Press


LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Theresa May sought Friday to dampen speculation about another Scottish vote for independence, while insisting she is willing to listen to proposals about Scotland's future relationship with the European Union.

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Turkish officials say coup plotters being arrested

SUZAN FRASER, Associated Press
DOMINIQUE SOGUEL, Associated Press


ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told the nation Saturday that his government was working to crush a coup attempt after a night of explosions, air battles and gunfire across the capital that left at least 17 dead and scores wounded.

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Clinton holds day of VP interviews at her home in Washington

KEN THOMAS, Associated Press


WASHINGTON (AP) — Hillary Clinton summoned at least three contenders vying to become her running mate to her Washington home on Friday as she closes in on a pick for vice president.

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Republican panel leaves anti-Trump move gasping for breath

ALAN FRAM, Associated Press


CLEVELAND (AP) — The struggle by conservatives for an 11th-hour derailment of Donald Trump's drive for the Republican presidential nomination is gasping for breath, although a leader of the effort is promising to fight on — but is shifting her tactics.

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Happy ending health massage shut down in Silom - expect more to go the same way, say health ministry

Image: Daily News

BANGKOK: A "spa" advertising a massage for health was really a front for more specialist services, said health ministry officials on Friday.

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Safe swim zones set up off Phuket after Chinese tourist death

Chanida Summast

PHUKET: The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has started installing safe swim zones and moving large buoys from protected areas at the Koh Khai islands off Phuket to better protect the reefs from the hordes of tourists that visit the popular sites.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/932209-safe-swim-zones-set-up-off-phuket-after-chinese-tourist-death/

Phuket readies for five-day holiday

The Phuket News

Monks take part in a procession along Bangla Rd to mark Asarnha Bucha.

PHUKET: Many Thais will enjoy five days off starting this weekend as the nation prepares to celebrate the major Buddhist holiday for month of July.

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The Army Come to Pattaya to Sort Out Flooding Ahead of Rainy Season

Story by local reporters

Banglamung District and military meet to discus relief plans during the Rainy Season.

PATTAYA: The Deputy Commander of the 14th Military Circle, Col. Yuthichai Tiernthong, has been in town.

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District Chief Calls For Banning Coaches In Central Pattaya

Story by Albert Jack

PATTAYA: Banglamung’s district chief has spoken again about banning large coaches from Central Pattaya, insisting they park instead outside the town and tourists then use the more convenient baht buses to deliver them to the beach or city.

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Tourists feeding crocs on a raft - officials take an immediate interest

Image: Thairath

PATTAYA: It is said that there is no such thing as bad publicity. Thousands of people had shared pictures online of foreign tourists enjoying a trip at a Pattaya animal sanctuary.

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Suspected fraudster and liar "Lady Kai" has been ordered held for twelve more days as investigators continue to gather evidence against her.

Image: Thairath

Monta Yokratanakan, 56, is being held at a women's detention facility on charges of making malicious and false claims and lese majeste. In yesterday's request to continue her incarceration a further charge of attempting to engage in human trafficking was also mentioned.

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/932220-suspected-fraudster-and-liar-lady-kai-has-been-ordered-held-for-twelve-more-days-as-investigators/

Pattaya Motorbike Taxi Drivers Given Final Deadline For Registration

Story by Albert Jack

PATTAYA: Around 1500 Pattaya motorbike taxi drivers have only sixty-days to apply for public transport licenses.

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