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National police chief finds the TV host’s conduct unacceptable

 

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BANGKOK: -- The national police chief has seen the video clip showing a TV programme host punching a motorcyclist and forcing the latter to “krab rot ku” (kneel down and wei my car) and found the conduct of the former unacceptable, said Pol Maj-Gen Songphol Wattanachai, commander of the 6th division of Metropolitan Police Bureau, on Monday.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952441-national-police-chief-finds-the-tv-host’s-conduct-unacceptable/

 

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Justice minister says public should know who are dragging the feet on case against Phra Dhammachayo

 

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BANGKOK: -- The public should be able to judge which parties between the inquiry officers and public prosecutors are dragging their feet in the handling of the money laundering and receiving stolen objects case against Phra Dhammachayo and Mr Supachai Srisupa-aksorn, former chairman of Klongchan Credit Union Cooperatives, said Justice Minister Paiboon Kumchaya on Monday.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952442-justice-minister-says-public-should-know-who-are-dragging-the-feet-on-case-against-phra-dhammachayo/

 

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More rains in south, cold weather in North and NE

 

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BANGKOK: -- Northeastern monsoon which is covering the southern region and the Gulf is strengthening and this will bring more rains and heavy rains in certain parts of the region this week, according to the forecast of the Meteorological Department.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952443-more-rains-in-south-cold-weather-in-north-and-isaan/

 

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Entertainment activities resume as of November 14

 

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BANGKOK: -- Authorities in all provinces have been ordered to ensure peace and order and to make sure that all entertainment, recreational and festive activities, including Loy Krathong, are done in an appropriate manner starting November 14 – the first after an end of the month-long mourning period.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952444-entertainment-activities-resume-as-of-november-14/

 

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Thailand and Japan sign ROD on irrigation technology exchange

 

BANGKOK,  8 November 2016 (NNT) – The Royal Irrigation Department has signed a Record of Discussion (ROD) with Japan’s Rural Development Bureau on Irrigation and Drainage Technology Exchange during a World Irrigation Forum session. 

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952446-thailand-and-japan-sign-rod-on-irrigation-technology-exchange/

 

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Shoplifter returns pricey Chanel bag after CCTV footage went viral

By Coconuts Bangkok

 

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BANGKOK: -- A well-dressed woman, who was caught on surveillance camera stealing a Chanel bag from a shop at Central Westgate, has returned the luxury bag after photos of the snatching went viral online.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952450-shoplifter-returns-pricey-chanel-bag-after-cctv-footage-went-viral/

 

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Phuket Airport calls for ‘understanding’ as terminal renovations cause major delays

The Phuket News

 

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The notice issued today advised that drivers can circle through the ‘drop-off zone’ every 15 minutes. Photo: The Phuket News

 

PHUKET: -- Officials at Phuket International Airport have repeated their call for “understanding” as renovations of the old Domestic Terminal cause major upheavals for passengers arriving and departing the island via the airport.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952451-phuket-airport-calls-for-‘understanding’-as-terminal-renovations-cause-major-delays/

 

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DDPM drains flooded areas in Krabi

Phuket Gazette 

 

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KRABI: -- The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) Krabi began draining water from about 50 rai of land yesterday morning, after heavy rains in Khao Kram sub-district flooded a mosque, a house and a road in the area.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952452-ddpm-drains-flooded-areas-in-krabi/

 

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Bt18 bn more for rice farmers
By PETCHANET PRATRUANGKRAI 
THE NATION

 

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Today as farmers struggle with low prices

 

BANGKOK: -- THE CABINET will today consider a plan for Bt18 billion to be used to help subsidise the price of Pathum Thani and white rice paddy from the current main-crop harvest, after approving a Bt35.9-billion budget last week to help farmers growing Hom Mali rice. 

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952455-bt18-bn-more-for-rice-farmers/

 

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'Trump phenomenon' could be a lesson for Thailand: academics
By WASAMON AUDJARINT 
THE NATION

 

BANGKOK: -- AMERICAN VOTERS might not like the presidential candidates but today they will cast their ballots for either Democrat Hillary Clinton or Republican Donald Trump to show the world that their political system still functions, academics said yesterday.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952456-trump-phenomenon-could-be-a-lesson-for-thailand-academics/

 

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Thai farmers falling victim to outdated values  
By Kasamakorn Chanwanpen 
The Nation

 

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BANGKOK: -- With Buddhism as its majority religion, Thai society’s ethical norms are based largely on religious morality. Some insist that these norms underpin the national identity that holds this country together, but others suggest they may also be the very thing trapping Thailand and impeding its development.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952457-thai-farmers-falling-victim-to-outdated-values/

 

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Provincial heads told to utilize innovation in development plans
By ANAPAT DEECHUAY 
THE NATION

 

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BANGKOK: -- PRIME Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha yesterday instructed agencies working on development plans for provincial clusters and provinces nationwide to integrate prominent innovation in their clusters so that plans for the next four years are in line with 20-year national strategies.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952458-provincial-heads-told-to-utilize-innovation-in-development-plans/

 

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Thai Airways extends selection period to find new president

 

BANGKOK: -- Thai Airways International is extending the period for recruiting a new president until December 2. The selected person will replace current THAI president Charamporn Jotikasthira, whose term ends in February. He has served as president of the national carrier since December 2014.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952460-thai-airways-extends-selection-period-to-find-new-president/

 

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Turkey warns against Kurdish takeover of Raqqa as ISIL capital faces encirclement

Robert Hackwill

 

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ANKARA: -- Raqqa is seen as one of the birthplaces and capital of ISIL’s would-be caliphate, but the pincers are now starting to close on the Syrian city of more than 200,000 people.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952463-turkey-warns-against-kurdish-takeover-of-raqqa-as-isil-capital-faces-encirclement/

 

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Hillary Clinton raises the volume as she sprints for the finish line

Robert Hackwill

 

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America is heading towards the final hours of campaigning for the 2016 presidential and congressional elections, and the candidates have embarked on a breathless last round of speeches and rallies to get their votes out. The Democrat’s Hillary Clinton seems to have consolidated a poll lead, but all bets are off as to their reliability.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952465-hillary-clinton-raises-the-volume-as-she-sprints-for-the-finish-line/

 

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Official: 40 to 50 buildings damaged in Oklahoma earthquake

By JUSTIN JUOZAPAVICIUS

 

CUSHING, Okla. (AP) — Dozens of buildings sustained "substantial damage" after a 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck an Oklahoma town that's home to one of the world's key oil hubs, but officials said Monday that no damage has been reported at the oil terminal.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952467-official-40-to-50-buildings-damaged-in-oklahoma-earthquake/

 

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Geologists explain Oklahoma earthquakes, ponder 'unknown'

By ROXANA HEGEMAN

 

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Thousands of earthquakes have rattled Oklahoma and neighboring states in recent years, with the most significant portion traced to the underground injection of wastewater left over from oil and gas production. The latest strong temblor — a magnitude 5.0 — damaged dozens of buildings in Cushing, Oklahoma, but spared a major oil terminal and caused no major injuries.

 

Full story: http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/952467-official-40-to-50-buildings-damaged-in-oklahoma-earthquake/?do=findComment&comment=11307877

 

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