THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 26 Jul 2017

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Cor blimey! "EastEnders" star said he'd be brown bread but for the Thais

 

 

Former EastEnders' soap star Paul Nicholls said he feared he would die but for the intervention of the rescue party of police and medics who found him on Samui.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994182-cor-blimey-eastenders-star-said-hed-be-brown-bread-but-for-the-thais/

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The creature from the Black Lagoon - no, just a skinny dipping Chinese woman out for a midnight swim

 

 

Late night beach walkers in Jomtien were freaked out in the early hours of Tuesday morning when a Chinese woman took off all her clothes and went for a dip in the darkness.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994181-the-creature-from-the-black-lagoon-no-just-a-skinny-dipping-chinese-woman-out-for-a-midnight-swim/

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Midweek rant: Come on Thailand: Get your priorities straight

 

 

All too often Thais are the victims of compromise.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994208-midweek-rant-come-on-thailand-get-your-priorities-straight/

 

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Pattaya has barely seen the like of it since the infamous bust of the foreign bridge players in February last year

 

Picture: Siamchon News

 

PATTAYA: -- This time the gambling miscreants were the wives of foreigners who had set up a gambling den in a house in Choke Chai Village, Bang Lamung.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994209-pattaya-has-barely-seen-the-like-of-it-since-the-infamous-bust-of-the foreign-bridge-players-in-february-last-year/

 

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Key witness in 2010 crackdown rearrested on release from jail

By KAMPANANT LA-ONG 
THE NATION

 

 

Natthathida Meewangpla

 

BANGKOK: -- A KEY witness in killings at Wat Pathum Wanaram in 2010 during a crackdown on red-shirt protesters was immediately arrested on Monday night for lese majeste after she was released on bail in a separate political case.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994210-key-witness-in-2010-crackdown-rearrested-on-release-from-jail/

 

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Yingluck’s supporters threatened over verdict

By POLITICAL DESK 
THE NATION

 

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha

 

Gatherings OKAY, but coordination banned.

 

BANGKOK: -- THE GOVERNMENT yesterday continued to try to dissuade supporters of former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra from gathering in the capital next month for a Supreme Court verdict in the negligence case against her.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994211-yingluck’s-supporters-threatened-over-verdict/

 

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Sansern refutes report that PM’s Office the fourth-highest public advertiser

By The Nation

 

Sansern

 

BANGKOK: -- Government Spokesperson Maj-General Sansern Kaewkamnerd on Tuesday rejected a marketing analysis that indicated that the Prime Minister’s Office ranked the country’s fourth-highest public spending agency in terms of advertising.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994212-sansern-refutes-report-that-pm’s-office-the-fourth-highest-public-advertiser/

 

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Thailand leads way with science education centre

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By PRATCH RUJIVANAROM 
THE NATION 
JAKARTA

 

The Education Ministers from 11 member countries of SEAMEO take a group photo shot in SEAMEO Council Conference yesterday in Jakarta.

 

JAKARTA: -- A NEW Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education Centre will open in Bangkok as part of the country’s plan to become a regional leader in this field.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994213-thailand-leads-way-with-science-education-centre/

 

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Seven female activists sued after leading protest against Loei gold-mining plan

By The Nation

 

 

LOEI: -- Seven female activists from Loei province are being sued for allegedly violating the Public Assembly Act, after they led local residents in demonstrating against a Tambon Administrative Organisation (TAO) meeting held to authorise the use of national preserved-forest land and Agricultural Land Reform Office land for gold mining.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994214-seven-female-activists-sued-after-leading-protest-against-loei-gold-mining-plan/

 

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NCPO takes action against 70 officials for alleged graft, abuse of authority

By The Nation

 

 

BANGKOK: -- The National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) on Tuesday took action against 70 officials and local political office holders for alleged corruption or abuse of authority. 

 

Full story:   https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994215-ncpo-takes-action-against-70-officials-for-alleged-graft-abuse-of-authority/

 

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Cabinet approves a variety of reshuffles

By The Nation

 

 

Source says Theerapat is being moved to Prime minister’s office because he did not respond to orders

BANGKOK: -- AGRICULTURE and Cooperatives Ministry permanent secretary Theerapat Prayurasiddhi will be transferred to the Office of the Prime Minister on October 1. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994216-thai-cabinet-approves-a-variety-of-reshuffles/

 

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OPINION

FAQs on the homestretch of Yingluck’s trial

By Tulsathit Taptim 
The Nation

 

When you enter an amusement park, the loud noises emanating from its most thrilling ride will stir feelings of excitement.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994217-faqs-on-the-homestretch-of-yingluck’s-trial/

 

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EDITORIAL

No way to treat a guest

By The Nation

 

The government’s decree on foreign labourers amounted to a massive show of disrespect that only demeans Thailand

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994218-no-way-to-treat-a-guest/

 

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Cabinet OKs Purple Line train project

By Thai PBS

 

 

BANGKOK: -- The cabinet on Tuesday approved the 23.6-km long Purple Line train project between Taopoon and Ratburana and it is expected that bidding for the 101 billion baht can be held in October, Transport Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith disclosed on Tuesday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994219-thai-cabinet-oks-purple-line-train-project/

 

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UPDATE:

 

10-year-old boy hailed hero in savage dog attack

By Thai PBS

 

 

AYUTTHAYA: -- Ten-year-old Noppachai Rungruang becomes a young hero after he chased away a vicious dog and carried his 5-year-old neighbour, who sustained severe injuries from a dog attack, to safety.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994024-another-sickening-attack-as-boy-nearly-dies-in-ayutthaya-after-fifth attack-by-same-dog/?do=findComment&comment=12119963

 

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'Thailand can step forward fast because of great talent, quick-moving govt'

By The Nation

 

Suthichai Yoon interviews Jack Ma at Alibaba’s headquarters in Hangzhou, China.

 

The founder and executive chairman of China’s e-commerce giant Alibaba Group talks to The Nation co-founder Suthichai Yoon about Thailand’s main strength and weakness when it comes to e-trade, and the anti-globalisation trend, China’s “negative” image as well as his retirement plan.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994220-thailand-can-step-forward-fast-because-of-great-talent-quick-moving-govt/

 

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Thai students return with 2 gold and 3 silver from 48th International Physics Olympiad

 

 

BANGKOK, 26 July 2017 (NNT) – Thai students have brought back 2 gold and 3 silver medals from the 48th International Physics Olympiad, which took place in Yogyakarta of Indonesia. 

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994221-thai-students-return-with-2-gold-and-3-silver-from-48th-international-physics-olympiad/

 

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U.S. House approves new Russia sanctions, defying Trump

By Patricia Zengerle and Amanda Becker

 

A combination photo of Donald Trump Jr. from July 11, 2017, Jared Kushner from June 6, 2017 and Paul Manafort from August 17, 2016. REUTERS/Brian Snyder, Carlo Allegri (R)/Files

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to slap new sanctions on Russia, and force President Donald Trump to obtain lawmakers' permission before easing any sanctions on Moscow, in a rare rebuke of the Republican in the White House.

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994222-us-house-approves-new-russia-sanctions-defying-trump/

 

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U.S. Senate advances on healthcare, with dramatic return by McCain

By Susan Cornwell and Yasmeen Abutaleb

 

Senator John McCain (R-AZ), recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer, departs after returning to the Senate to vote on health care legislation on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., July 25, 2017. REUTERS/Aaron P. Bernstein

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Senate Republicans narrowly agreed on Tuesday to open debate on a bill to end Obamacare, but the party's seven-year effort to roll back Democratic President Barack Obama's signature healthcare law still faces significant hurdles.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994223-us-senate-advances-on-healthcare-with-dramatic-return-by-mccain/

 

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Swiss chainsaw attacker arrested after international manhunt

By Marina Depetris

 

An undated handout picture released from the Schaffhausen Police on July 25, 2017 shows a man, believed to be a chainsaw-wielding loner in the town of Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Courtesy Schaffhauser Polizei/Handout via REUTERS

 

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland (Reuters) - Swiss police on Tuesday arrested a 50-year-old man a day after he stormed into an insurance office wielding a chainsaw and wounded two staff members, bringing an end to a two-day manhunt that had also involved German police.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994224-swiss-chainsaw-attacker-arrested-after-international-manhunt/

 

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UK courts must keep jurisdiction over EU citizens' rights in Britain - Davis

 

FILE PHOTO: Britain's Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union David Davis leaves Downing Street, London, Britain July 11, 2017. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls/File Photo

 

PRAGUE (Reuters) - British courts should protect the rights of European Union citizens living in the country after it leaves the bloc, Brexit minister David Davis said on Tuesday, defending Britain's rejection of the EU's position.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994225-uk-courts-must-keep-jurisdiction-over-eu-citizens-rights-in-britain-davis/

 

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North Korea could carry out missile test soon - U.S. officials

 

A North Korean flag flutters on top of a tower at the propaganda village of Gijungdong in North Korea, in this picture taken near the truce village of Panmunjom, South Korea July 19, 2017. REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji

 

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. officials said on Tuesday they have seen increased North Korean activity at a site in the western city of Kusong that could be preparations for another missile test within days.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994226-north-korea-could-carry-out-missile-test-soon-us-officials/

 

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Video: "There's nothing we can't do!" say proud hill tribespeople

 

Image: CM108

 

CHIANG MAI: -- A video posted on Facebook showed the spirited efforts of a large group of Hmong hill tribespeople dragging a pick up from a valley.

 

Full story:  https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994230-video-theres-nothing-we-cant-do-say-proud-hill-tribespeople/

 

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Hua Hin lives up to its name as sea level lowest in 18 years

 

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HUA HIN: -- Environmentalists said that the sea levels in Hua Hin were at their lowest levels for 18 years yesterday - but it was nothing to worry about.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994232-hua-hin-lives-up-to-its-name-as-sea-level-lowest-in-18-years/

 

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Chinese "spoilt brat" tourist tries to kill himself after being denied a "Big Mac"!

 

Picture: Daily News

 

PATTAYA: -- Police were called to Jomtien after a "spoilt brat" aged 20 went into a fit after being denied a hamburger.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994234-chinese-spoilt-brat-tourist-tries-to-kill-himself-after-being-denied a-big-mac/

 

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Thai police set to get tooled up just like American cops as 12,000 guns arrive

 

Picture: Daily News

 

BANGKOK: -- Thailand's cops are set to pack the same punch as their US counterparts as some lethal weapons are set to flood the country.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994236-thai-police-set-to-get-tooled-up-just-like-american-cops-as-12000-guns-arrive/

 

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Flasher rounded up in Nonthaburi said he's been "showing the dragon" for ten years

 

Picture: Daily News

 

BANGKOK: -- A flasher plaguing the Nonthaburi area for ten years was arrested yesterday.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994238-flasher-rounded-up-in-nonthaburi-said-hes-been-showing-the-dragon for-ten-years/

 

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Trump warns 'emboldened' Iran to comply with nuclear deal

By Steve Holland

 

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a rally with supporters in an arena in Youngstown, Ohio, U.S. July 25, 2017. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst

 

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump issued a veiled threat against Iran on Tuesday, warning Tehran to adhere to the terms of a nuclear deal with world powers or else face "big, big problems."

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994241-trump-warns-emboldened-iran-to-comply-with-nuclear-deal/

 

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Kasikorn bank drama ends as pet shop owner drops charges

 

Picture: Daily News

 

CHAINAT: -- The pet shop owner at the center of a bank scandal has decided to drop charges against Kasikorn.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994242-kasikorn-bank-drama-ends-as-pet-shop-owner-drops-charges/

 

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Human Rights Watch: French police use excessive force on Calais migrants

 

FILE PHOTO: French riot police walk towards a migrant who is on his knees as French authorities block their access to a food distribution point in Calais, France, June 1, 2017. REUTERS/Pascal Rossignol

 

PARIS (Reuters) - Human Rights Watch (HRW) pressed the French government on Wednesday to end what it described as police violence against migrants in the northern town of Calais, where hundreds have returned despite the demolition of a sprawling camp known as "the jungle".

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/994243-human-rights-watch-french-police-use-excessive-force-on-calais-migrants/