THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 10 Jul 2017

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Yikes! Woman in expensive mansion screams to Thai media after not one but two snakes come out of the loo!

 

Picture: Thai Rath

 

A Thai woman who was bitten on the rear end in her toilet by a large python has gone to the media to complain about her expensive housing estate.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991729-yikes-woman-in-expensive-mansion-screams-to-thai-media-after-not-one but-two-snakes-come-out-of-the-loo/

 

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Hunt on for Thai man after woman found unconscious in the undergrowth with a used condom by her body

 

Picture: Sanook

 

Thai social media was alive with comment after a picture of a young woman found unconscious in some roadside undergrowth was posted on Facebook.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991730-hunt-on-for-thai-man-after-woman-found-unconscious-in-the-undergrowth with-a-used-condom-by-her-body/

 

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Panic as foreign woman drops into Pattaya convenience store - through the roof

 

Picture: Sanook

 

PATTAYA: -- A foreign woman caused panic in a Pattaya convenience store after she fell through the roof onto an employee.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991695-russian-woman-falls-4-stories-lands-next-to-7-11-clerk/?do=findComment&comment=12066466

 

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How food techs can make Thailand ‘Kitchen of the World’

BY THE NATION ON 2017-07-10THAILAND

By DARIN SUTHAPONG
SPECIAL TO THE NATION

 

 

WHAT is the hottest start-up sector today? Is it fintech? Logistics? Or drones? Even though those sectors are really worth paying attention to, I believe that food tech is one of the most exciting industries in the start-up world today.

 

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/food-techs-can-make-thailand-kitchen-world/22839/

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Cop murders cop in gruesome Pattaya "headless corpse" slaying

 

Picture: TNews

 

PATTAYA: -- A former Pattaya cop is in custody after the murder of an ex-colleague found headless in a local reservoir.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991735-cop-murders-cop-in-gruesome-pattaya-headless-corpse-slaying/

 

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Hiding in Pattaya - cops nab major Southern drugs dealer in midday arrest in Jomtien

 

Picture: TNews

 

PATTAYA: -- Pattaya cops have arrested a major drugs dealer wanted on six warrants who was hiding out in Pattaya, reported Tnews.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991738-hiding-in-pattaya-cops-nab-major-southern-drugs-dealer-in-midday arrest-in-jomtien/

 

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Cardinal Pell arrives in Australia to face sexual offence charges

 

Cardinal George Pell attends news conference at the Vatican, June 29, 2017. REUTERS/Remo Casilli

 

SYDNEY (Reuters) - A top Vatican official charged in his native Australia with historical sex crimes arrived in Sydney on Monday ahead of his first court appearance later this month.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991742-cardinal-pell-arrives-in-australia-to-face-sexual-offence-charges/

 

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Two senior Republican senators criticize Tillerson comments on Russia

By Valerie Volcovici

 

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson makes a speech during the opening ceremony of the 22nd World Petroleum Congress in Istanbul, Turkey, July 9, 2017. REUTERS/Murad Sezer

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Two senior Republican U.S. senators criticized Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Sunday for saying that Russia may have the "right approach" on Syria and for what they called his lack of focus on Afghanistan and Pakistan.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991744-two-senior-republican-senators-criticize-tillerson-comments-on-russia/

 

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U.S.-Russian ceasefire deal holding in southwest Syria

By Ellen Francis

 

Free Syrian Army fighter stand near an anti-air craft machine gun in Quneitra, Syria July 8, 2017. REUTERS/Alaa al-Faqir

 

BEIRUT (Reuters) - A U.S.-Russian brokered ceasefire for southwest Syria was holding more than nine hours after it took effect on Sunday, a monitor and rebels said, in the latest international attempt at peace-making in the six-year war.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991746-us-russian-ceasefire-deal-holding-in-southwest-syria/

 

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Thai-Italian Crowned Miss Grand Thailand 2017

By  Pravit Rojanaphruk, Senior Staff Writer

 

  

BANGKOK — A Thai-Italian model was crowned Miss Grand Thailand 2017 Saturday night after winning a contest known for its extravagant if not outlandish costumes, representing each of the 77 provinces in the country.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991747-thai-italian-crowned-miss-grand-thailand-2017/

 

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Pattaya entertainment venue suing "Lamyai" after letting fans down at sellout concert

 

Picture: TNews

 

PATTAYA: -- "Tawandang Pattaya Variety" is suing sexy country singer Lamyai and a celebrity friend after a concert at the resort left fans furious.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991749-pattaya-entertainment-venue-suing-lamyai-after-letting-fans-down-at sellout-concert/

 

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Ex-Muay Thai champ arrested for ‘threatening to kill’ British man in Pattaya

By The Nation

 

PATTAYA: -- A former Muay Thai champion, once convicted for stabbing a Russian tourist, has been arrested after he allegedly threatened to kill a British man who refused to buy an imitation watch from him in Pattaya.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991750-ex-muay-thai-champ-arrested-for-‘threatening-to-kill’-british-man-in-pattaya/

 

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Thai Scrabble genius takes coveted Bangkok crown by beating former Canadian World Champion

 

Tense closing moments as Komol Panyasophonlert takes on Canadian Adam Logan in the Scrabble final at Central Westgate on Sunday //Picture by Gerry Carter

 

BANGKOK: -- Thailand is celebrating a major victory in what is usually the domain of English native speakers – the world of competitive tournament Scrabble.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991751-thai-scrabble-genius-takes-coveted-bangkok-crown-by-beating-former canadian-world-champion/

 

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Atthaya Thitikul, 14, becomes youngest ever winner of professional event

 

Fourteen-year-old amateur Atthaya Thitikul has become the youngest known winner of a professional golf tour event with victory at the Ladies European Thailand Championship.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991754-atthaya-thitikul-14-becomes-youngest-ever-winner-of-professional-event/

 

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German murder suspect slits his throat as Phuket police zero in 
By The Nation

 

Picha Nampadung and her German boyfriend, suspected of killing her.

 

PHUKET: -- A German man wanted on suspicion of killing a Thai woman on Phuket slit his throat when police were about to arrest him on Sunday evening, police said.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991706-faced-with-arrest-for-phuket-woman’s-murder-german-man-slashes-own-throat/?do=findComment&comment=12067003

 

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Water quality problems impact Chiang Mai and Surin

 

SURIN, 10th July 2017 (NNT) – Residents of Ta Thoom Sub-district of Surin, have reported they are under duress due to an infestation of water hyacinth that has ruined a local reservoir, while Chiang Mai officials continue pumping water into the city's moats to try to push out stagnant water. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991755-water-quality-problems-impact-chiang-mai-and-surin/

 

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Fire destroys monk supply shop in Samut Prakan
By The Nation

 

BANGKOK: -- A large offering shop for monks in Samut Prakan province was destroyed by fire early Monday morning, police said.

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991760-fire-destroys-monk-supply-shop-in-samut-prakan/

 

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Thai 14-year-old becomes youngest Ladies European Tour winner

 

(Reuters) - A 14-year-old amateur from Thailand won on the Ladies European Tour on Sunday, supplanting Lydia Ko as the youngest champion on the circuit.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991754-atthaya-thitikul-14-becomes-youngest-ever-winner-of-professional-event/?do=findComment&comment=12067083

 

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Security officer to the rescue in Pattani attempted murder
By Parez Lohasan
The Nation

 

PATTANI: -- A state intelligence officer saved the lives of a Pattani family of four on Sunday afternoon when he chased off a pair of gunmen shooting at them in their pickup truck.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991763-security-officer-to-the-rescue-in-pattani-attempted-murder/

 

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Huge Samsung Galaxy Note 8 leak reveals stunning display alongside this TERRIBLE feature

BY STAFF WRITER

 

 

New photos which claim to give the latest insight into the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 8 handset has been leaked online.

 

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/huge-samsung-galaxy-note-8-leak-reveals-stunning-display-alongside-terrible-feature/22842/

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DSI looking into sale of damaged army vehicles

 

BANGKOK, 10th July 2017 (NNT) – The Department of Special Investigations (DSI) is to hold a meeting this week with the aim of forming an investigative team to look into the sale of state vehicles. 

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991765-dsi-looking-into-sale-of-damaged-army-vehicles/

 

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DPM discloses 3 step process in temple graft investigation

 

BANGKOK, 10th July 2017 (NNT) – A Deputy Prime Minister has spoken of a three step process being implememted, to probe alleged corruption among temples. 

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991766-wissanu-discloses-3-step-process-in-temple-graft-investigation/

 

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Apple rumoured to launch mirror-like iPhone 8

BY STAFF WRITER 

 

 

The start of another week can signal only one thing – more rumours surrounding the iPhone 8.

 

Full story: http://tech.thaivisa.com/apple-rumoured-launch-mirror-like-iphone-8/22847/

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DIT doesn't see LPG float affecting prices

 

BANGKOK, 10th July 2017 (NNT) – The Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade (DIT) has assured the market that the floating of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) prices will not impact the price of goods and that the office will stop private entities from taking advantage of the situation. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991768-dit-doesnt-see-lpg-float-affecting-prices/

 

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Fire in London's Camden Market brought under control

 

Camden Market is seen ablaze in London, Britain July 9, 2017. Mandatory credit Facebook@Billy Farrington/Handout via REUTERS

 

(Reuters) - Firefighters have brought under control the fire in a building in London's Camden Market, the London Fire Brigade said on Monday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991722-huge-fire-breaks-out-at-camden-market-london/?do=findComment&comment=12067294

 

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Exclusive: BoT Governor Veerathai advises on how to survive in a “highly volatile world”

By Thai PBS

 

Dr Veerathai Santiprabhop is the 23rd governor of the Bank of Thailand and the youngest ever at the age of 45, when he assumed the prestigious office.

 

Dr Veerathai will complete two years in his position on October 1.  On this occasion, the governor sat down for a candid talk with Thai PBS news anchor Nattha Komolvadhin on a wide range of issues, ranging from the global economy and Thai economy to the life styles of a younger generation and work-life balance.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991771-exclusive-bot-governor-veerathai-advises-on-how-to-survive-in-a-“highly-volatile-world”/

 

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Workers standing for long periods warned about heel ailment
By The Nation

 

 

BANGKOK: -- People standing throughout long work shifts risk developing an ailment that creates heel soreness and can lead to other health issues, the Public Health Ministry has warned.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991777-workers-standing-for-long-periods-warned-about-heel-ailment/

 

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Falling temple tree injures visitor, damages cars
By The Nation

 

 

CHIANG MAI: -- One man was slightly injured and three cars were damaged at Chiang Mai’s Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep on Monday morning when a large tree battered by heavy rain fell on them.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991778-falling-temple-tree-injures-visitor-damages-cars/

 

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Trump backtracks on cyber unit with Russia after harsh criticism

By Phil Stewart and Valerie Volcovici

 

U.S. President Donald Trump waves as walks on the South Lawn of the White House upon his return to Washington, U.S., from the G20 Summit in Hamburg, July 8, 2017. REUTERS/Yuri Gripas

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday backtracked on his push for a cyber security unit with Russia, tweeting that he did not think it could happen, hours after his proposal was harshly criticized by Republicans who said Moscow could not be trusted.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991780-trump-backtracks-on-cyber-unit-with-russia-after-harsh-criticism/ 

 

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Austria bars Turkish economy minister for event marking coup anniversary

 

FILE PHOTO: Turkey's Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci makes a speech in Cologne, Germany, March 5, 2017. REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay

 

VIENNA (Reuters) - Austria has barred Turkish Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci from entering the country to attend an event marking the anniversary of last year's failed coup in Turkey, a spokesman for Austria's foreign ministry said on Monday.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/991781-austria-bars-turkish-economy-minister-for-event-marking-coup-anniversary/