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Thai man jailed for 35 years for insulting royals on Facebook

BY REUTERS

 

 

Thai man jailed for 35 years for insulting monarchy in harshest sentence yet

 

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/thai-man-jailed-35-years-insulting-royals-facebook/22226/

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The week that was in Thailand news: Thailand braces for the invasion of the young!

 

 

My mum told me when I was a tender age that when she was young it was the time of the old but when she was older it was the time of the young. She said it was never her time.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987253-the-week-that-was-in-thailand-news-thailand-braces-for-the-invasion-of-the-young/

 

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Report ranking Thailand a dangerous country to visit is based on outdated information: Foreign Ministry

 

 

Reacting to a news report that listed Thailand as one of the 20 most dangerous countries to visit, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Busadee Santipitaks said on Saturday that the information used by the World Economic Forum (WEF)’s Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report was outdated and biased, and did not reflect the recently improved situation.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987233-report-ranking-thailand-a-dangerous-country-to-visit-is-based-on-outdated-information-foreign-ministry/

 

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Extradition is now sought for a British national wanted for brutal murder of his Thai girl friend

 

 

The Royal Thai Police is now in the process of seeking the extradition of a 47-year-old British national after he was arrested by Spanish police in Ibiza as he took his car to be serviced.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987232-extradition-is-now-sought-for-a-british-national-wanted-for-brutal-murder-of-his-thai-girl-friend/

 

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Hospital security guard murdered after parking dispute

 

Image: Sanook

 

A hunt is on for a former porter at Bangkok's Ratchawithi Hospital after he slashed the neck of a security guard over a parking dispute.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987267-hospital-security-guard-murdered-after-parking-dispute/

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Military 3 Bangkok Taxi Mafia 0 - army dupes drivers in classic sting!

 

Image: Daily News

 

A cunning military sting resulted in the arrest of three Bangkok taxi drivers who had been extorting money from the public and overcharging.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987268-military-3-bangkok-taxi-mafia-0-army-dupes-drivers-in-classic-sting/

 

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Indian man warning his wife about Pattaya snatch thieves - then they pounce.

 

Image: Pattaya News

 

An Indian tourist was just telling his Laotian wife to take care of her belongings when a team of snatch thieves pounced.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987265-indian-man-warning-his-wife-about-pattaya-snatch-thieves-then-they-pounce/

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Army of monkeys a major headache for Hua Hin people

 

Image: Daily News

 

An army of more than 3,000 monkeys are causing a major headache for the public and restaurant owners in the Wat Khao Takiap area of Hua Hin.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987266-army-of-monkeys-a-major-headache-for-hua-hin-people/

 

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DSI fails to locate Phra Dhammachayo in airborne raid at disciple’s luxury homes on hill in Phang Nga

 

A combined force of Department of Special Investigation (DSI) officials, military personnel and forest officials raided two luxury homes on a hill in Takua Thung district of Phang Nga province in search of the fugitive Phra Dhammachayo, former abbot of Dhammachayo temple, but failed to locate him.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987258-dsi-fails-to-locate-phra-dhammachayo-in-airborne-raid-at-disciple’s-luxury-homes-on-hill-in-phang-nga/

 

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Drugs worth Bt120 million found hidden in tyres in Hat Yai

By The Sunday Nation

 

 

The Provincial Police Bureau 9 and Hat Yai police have nabbed three suspects in two arrests and seized drugs worth Bt125 million.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987269-drugs-worth-bt120-million-found-hidden-in-tyres-in-hat-yai/

 

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Man arrested for having assault rifle in possession

 

Security authorities today arrested a 53-year-old local in Ra Ngae district of Narathiwat after a AK47 assault rifle and a number of ammunition was found in his home.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987259-man-arrested-for-having-assault-rifle-in-possession/

 

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Phuket’s dangerous driving habits force underpass lane closure 

Chutharat Plerin

 

The central lane through Phuket's busy Darasamut Underpass is now closed. Photo: Tanyaluk Sakoot
 

PHUKET: A slew of near-collisions from people trying to overtake while driving through Phuket’s Darasamut Underpass has forced the island’s Highways Dept chief to close one lane through the busy tunnel.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987254-phuket’s-dangerous-driving-habits-force-underpass-lane-closure/ 

 

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Deputy PM pushes support for e-Gov in Phuket

 

 

PHUKET: Deputy Prime Minister Air Chief Marshal Prajin Janthong arrived in Phuket yesterday (June 9) to promote a roadshow highlighting the government’s move towards providing cloud-based e-services.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987261-deputy-pm-pushes-support-for-e-gov-in-phuket/

 

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Phuket beauty pageant with a purpose

Kongleaphy Keam

 

'Miss Supranational Phuket 2017' contest will be held next month in Phuket. Photo: Supplied

 

PHUKET: Phuket is slated to hold the first ‘Miss Supranational Phuket 2017’ contest next month. All profits from the event will be donated to Vachira Phuket Hospital.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987257-phuket-beauty-pageant-with-a-purpose/

 

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Thailand finish joint 7th at Montreux Volley Masters

By The Nation

 

 

Thailand fought hard against the Netherlands, fourth place at the Rio Games and third at the last year’s World Grand Prix, but went down in four sets 22-25 18-25 25-22 8-25) to finish joint 7th place in the 2017 Montreux Volley Masters in Switzerland on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987281-thailand-finish-joint-7th-at-montreux-volley-masters/

 

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Migrant worker arrested for shooting deer

 

A Myanmar migrant worker was yesterday arrested by police and park officials after he was caught selling slaughtered deer meat to neighbours in Thong Phaphum district of Kanchanaburi province.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987255-migrant-worker-arrested-for-shooting-deer/

 

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Thailand Post warns of mailing restricted and prohibited items

 

Thailand Post today warned people of sending prohibited and restricted items through the mail saying it is illegal and sender could face a maximum jailterm of up to two years and a maximum fine of 80,000 baht, or both.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987256-thailand-post-warns-of-mailing-restricted-and-prohibited-items/

 

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The iPhone 8 will be out of date before it is even released, claims new report

BY JONATHAN FAIRFIELD

 

 

The iPhone 8 might be the most eagerly anticipated smartphone of all time but a new report could make you think twice before buying one.

 

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/iphone-8-will-date-even-released-claims-new-report/22228/

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F-Pace STANDS OUT on the road

By Kingsley Wijayasinha
The Nation

 

 

Jaguar’s crossover delivers in dynamic driving and lures enthusiasts looking for a no-nonsense vehicle

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987282-f-pace-stands-out-on-the-road/

 

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Military vows to liberate Marawi City on Independence Day June 12

 

 

The Armed Forces of the Philippines vowed on Friday to “liberate” Marawi City from ramnants of the IS-affiliated Maute terror group ahead of the country’s commemoration of Independence Day on Monday, The Manila Times Online reported on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987283-military-vows-to-liberate-marawi-city-on-independence-day-june-12/

 

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Phuket security ramped up by official order 

The Phuket News

 

 

PHUKET: Phuket Governor Norraphat Plodthong has passed on an order for all police, government officials and emergency-response teams across the island to increase security measures and remain vigilant for any suspicious activity, including possible car bombs.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987284-phuket-security-ramped-up-by-official-order/

 

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Pro-junta PDRF meet Democrats to discuss future

By WASAMON AUDJARINT
THE SUNDAY NATION

 

 

NO ONE SEEMS to know for sure when Thailand will hold its next election, not even the prime minister as he usually ducks that question from reporters.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987285-pro-junta-pdrf-meet-democrats-to-discuss-future/

 

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Danger in creating ‘biased’ election body: Somchai

By THE SUNDAY NATION

 

 

THE National Legislative Assembly (NLA) vote to reconstitute the Election Commission (EC) would be a stigma on Thai politics if the National Council for Peace and Order acts with an agenda that results in certain political parties winning or losing in the upcoming election, Election Commissioner Somchai Srisutthiyakorn said yesterday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987287-danger-in-creating-‘biased’-election-body-somchai/

 

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Former police chief Poj and ex-justice minister pass away

By THE SUNDAY NATION

 

Poj, left, and Prapasna

 

FORMER national police chief Pol General Poj Boonyachinda died early yesterday at the age of 80, according to his family.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987288-former-police-chief-poj-and-ex-justice-minister-pass-away/

 

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Venomous jellyfish off Trang, Krabi

By The Sunday Nation

 

 

Tourists should be careful when swimming at beaches in Trang and Krabi as venomous box jellyfish have been spotted there, the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources warned yesterday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987289-venomous-jellyfish-off-trang-krabi/

 

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Adam West, TV's campy Batman in 1960s series, dies at age 88

By Will Dunham

 

Actor Adam West, who portrayed the title character in the 1960's television series "Batman," poses atop the original Batmobile used in the hit series during an appearance at the first annual RetroFest in Santa Monica, California, U.S., August 14, 1999. REUTERS/Staff/Files

 

REUTERS - Adam West, who earned a place in American pop culture history with his campy portrayal of the title character in the classic 1960s TV series "Batman," has died at age 88, his family said on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987290-adam-west-tvs-campy-batman-in-1960s-series-dies-at-age-88/

 

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Horse racing - Tapwrit beats Irish War Cry to win Belmont Stakes

 

(Reuters) - Todd Pletcher-trained Tapwrit took the lead from Irish War Cry on the final straight and won the Belmont Stakes in Elmont, New York on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987292-horse-racing-tapwrit-beats-irish-war-cry-to-win-belmont-stakes/

 

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Hamilton equals hero Senna with pole in Canada

By Steve Keating

 

Formula One - F1 - Canadian Grand Prix - Montreal, Quebec, Canada - 10/06/2017 - Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton waves after the qualifying session. REUTERS/Chris Wattie

 

MONTREAL (Reuters) - Triple world champion Lewis Hamilton produced a moment of Montreal magic on Saturday to put his Mercedes on pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix and equal Ayrton Senna's career haul of 65.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987293-hamilton-equals-hero-senna-with-pole-in-canada/

 

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Ostapenko blasts back to claim stunning French title

By Martyn Herman

 

Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - June 10, 2017 Latvia’s Jelena Ostapenko celebrates with the trophy after winning the final against Romania’s Simona Halep Reuters / Benoit Tessier

 

PARIS (Reuters) - Maiden grand slam finals are meant to be suffocating experiences but Jelena Ostapenko laid waste to that theory as she blasted a barrage of winners past Simona Halep to win the French Open in audacious fashion on Saturday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987295-ostapenko-blasts-back-to-claim-stunning-french-title/

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Ex 'Top Gear' presenter Hammond in hospital after crash

 

Richard Hammond, host of the BBC America series "Richard Hammond's Crash Course," speaks at the Cable portion of the Television Critics Association Summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California August 1, 2012. REUTERS/Fred Prouser/Files

 

LONDON (Reuters) - Former "Top Gear" presenter Richard Hammond was airlifted to hospital in Switzerland on Saturday following a dramatic car crash while filming for his new show, but his injuries were not serious, a spokesman said.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/987296-ex-top-gear-presenter-hammond-in-hospital-after-crash/