Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 Big Joke REMOVED from police rules committee just hours after appointment Former head of Immigration and one time poster boy of the Royal Thai Police Lt-Gen Surachate Hakparn has been removed from a rules and procedures committee. Full Story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108523-big-joke-removed-from-police-rules-committee-just-hours-after-appointment/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Cannabis clinic fails to cope with demand By The Nation Chao Phraya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital has announced that its medical cannabis clinic, which opened on Monday, will not accept any more patients as the clinic had reached its limit. Full Story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108520-cannabis-clinic-fails-to-cope-with-demand/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 8 tonnes of marijuana burned in Nakhon Phanom By The Nation The Nakhon Phanom provincial administration on Wednesday torched 8.4 tonnes of marijuana and 67.3 tonnes of kratom leaves in a ceremony to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and illicit Trafficking. Full Story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108514-8-tonnes-of-marijuana-burned-in-nakhon-phanom/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 41 percent of vegetables in Thai markets exceed contamination standards Pesticide watchdog Thai-PAN has today (Wednesday) published its most recent survey, which reveals that 41% of all vegetables in Thailand’s fresh markets are contaminated with chemical pesticides to a level that exceeds internationally acceptable standards. 12 types of banned chemicals were also discovered. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108547-41-percent-of-vegetables-in-thai-markets-exceed-contamination-standards/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Department of Mineral Resources on landslide watch Mr. Montri Luengingkasoot, deputy director-general of Thailand’s, Department of Mineral Resources (DMR), reported today (Wednesday) that the Geo-Hazards Operation Center is keeping a close watch on situations which may lead to landslides in risky areas across the country, especially in the North. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108548-department-of-mineral-resources-on-landslide-watch/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 AOT’s second terminal project at Suvarnabhumi placed on hold for review Thailand’s Transport Ministry has placed Airports of Thailand’s (AOT) 42-billion baht second terminal project at Suvarnabhumi International Airport on hold. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108549-aot’s-second-terminal-project-at-suvarnabhumi-placed-on-hold-for-review/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Charter court accepts media share cases of 32 pro-government MPs The Constitutional Court today (Wednesday) agreed to accept for consideration the cases of 32 pro-government MPs accused by the opposition Future Forward party of owning or holding shares in media companies in violation of the election law. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108550-charter-court-accepts-media-share-cases-of-32-pro-government-mps/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Phuket’s tourist evolution – Diversity is the best option Part 1 by Guest Writer Today’s guest writer has been managing resorts around Phuket for two decades and has represented his brand at international expos along with promotions for Phuket over the years. His knowledge is first-hand and steeped in local experience. He has asked to remain anonymous. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108551-phuket’s-tourist-evolution-–-diversity-is-the-best-option-part-1/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Boris Johnson says chances of no-deal Brexit are 'a million-to-one' Boris Johnson, a leadership candidate for Britain's Conservative Party, stands outside one of the buildings at Wisley Garden Centre in Surrey, Britain, June 25, 2019. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls LONDON (Reuters) - Boris Johnson, the favourite to become British prime minister, said the chances of Britain leaving the European Union without a deal are “a million-to-one” even as he repeated his promise to leave the bloc without a deal by the end of October. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108496-johnson-warns-eu-against-any-napoleonic-tariffs-in-no-deal-brexit/?tab=comments#comment-14285549 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Photo of drowned migrants triggers fight over Trump asylum clampdown The bodies of Salvadoran migrant Oscar Alberto Martinez Ramirez and his daughter Valeria are seen after they drowned in the Rio Bravo river while trying to reach the United States, in Matamoros, in Tamaulipas state, Mexico June 24, 2019. REUTERS/Stringer MATAMOROS, Mexico (Reuters) - A harrowing photo of a Salvadoran migrant and his young daughter who drowned in the Rio Grande at the U.S.-Mexico border became the focus on Wednesday of a U.S. political debate over President Donald Trump’s asylum policies. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108552-photo-of-drowned-migrants-triggers-fight-over-trump-asylum-clampdown/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Fairfield Posted June 26, 2019 Author Share Posted June 26, 2019 Thai central bank holds key rate, slashes growth and export outlook again By Orathai Sriring and Kitiphong Thaichareon BANGKOK, (Reuters) - Thailand's central bank cut its forecasts for 2019 economic growth and exports for the third time in six months on Wednesday, but held its benchmark interest rate steady, saying monetary policy remains appropriate. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108553-thai-central-bank-holds-key-rate-slashes-growth-and-export-outlook-again/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Deputy premier confirms granting of more land title deeds tewit kemtong BANGKOK, 26 June 2019(NNT) - Deputy Prime Minister Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan confirmed that Pol. Lt. Gen. Surachate Hakparn cannot return to the Royal Thai Police and that he had earlier been ordered to become a member of a subcommittee under the Police Committee. The deputy premier confirmed that more land title deeds are being handed back to those indebted to informal money lenders. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108559-deputy-premier-confirms-granting-of-more-land-title-deeds/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Irrigation projects nationwide prepare for more heavy rain in Thailand supawadee wangsri BANGKOK, 26 June 2019(NNT) - Royal Irrigation Department (RID) Director General Thaweesak Thanadechophon disclosed today that the Meteorological Department has forecast that this week, Thailand will have more rain, with heavy falls in some areas of northern, northeastern, central, eastern and southern Thailand. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108560-irrigation-projects-nationwide-prepare-for-more-heavy-rain-in-thailand/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 ONCB calls on members of society to help with anti-drugs activities tewit kemtong BANGKOK, 26 June 2019(NNT) - The United Nations General Assembly has declared June 26 the world’s Anti-Drugs Day. Thailand has organized anti-drugs activities while certificates of honor have been awarded to persons and organizations that have outstandingly contributed to the suppressing of illicit drugs in society. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108562-oncb-calls-on-members-of-society-to-help-with-anti-drugs-activities/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 PM to attend G20 Summit 2019 in Japan Praphorn Praphornkul BANGKOK, 26 June 2019(NNT) - This week, the Prime Minister, Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, will attend the G20 Osaka Summit 2019 in Japan to share the results of the 34th Asean Summit and discuss the region’s role with the G20 leaders. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108563-pm-to-attend-g20-summit-2019-in-japan/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 New law in Thailand risks drawing an avalanche of plastic waste MARWAAN MACAN-MARKAR, Asia regional correspondent A recycling plant near Bangkok: According to Greenpeace, Thailand's plastic waste imports jumped nearly sevenfold between 2016 and 2018 to 481,000 tons. © Reuters BANGKOK -- Thai environmentalists are pressing Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha to slow the enactment of a law they say could create a loophole in monitoring pollution and result in Thailand importing more plastic waste from abroad. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108564-new-law-in-thailand-risks-drawing-an-avalanche-of-plastic-waste/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Ex-Gunner joins Thai champions By Lerpong Amsa-ngiam The Nation PIC Buriram United chairman Nawin Chidchob and Nacer Barazite Former Arsenal striker Nacer Barazite signed a Bt160 million deal with defending Thai League champions Buriram United on Wednesday. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108566-ex-gunner-joins-thai-champions/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 U.S. regulator cites new flaw on grounded Boeing 737 MAX By David Shepardson and Eric M. Johnson FILE PHOTO: The angle of attack sensor, at bottom center, is seen on a 737 Max aircraft at the Boeing factory in Renton, Washington, U.S., March 27, 2019. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson/File Photo WASHINGTON/SEATTLE (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has identified a new risk that Boeing Co must address on its 737 MAX before the grounded jet can return to service, the agency said on Wednesday. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108567-us-regulator-cites-new-flaw-on-grounded-boeing-737-max/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 No 'boots on the ground' in Iran dispute, Trump says; cites 'unlimited time' for new deal By Tim Ahmann and Babak Dehghanpisheh U.S. President Donald Trump speaks before signing an executive order aimed at requiring hospitals to be more transparent about prices before charging patients for healthcare services, at the White House in Washington, U.S. June 24, 2019. REUTERS/Erin Scott/File Photo WASHINGTON/GENEVA (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he was "not talking boots on the ground" should he take military action against Iran and that he had "unlimited time" to try to forge an agreement with Tehran. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108568-no-boots-on-the-ground-in-iran-dispute-trump-says-cites-unlimited-time-for-new-deal/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Canadian businesses have a message ahead of the election: We need immigrant workers By Steve Scherer and Fergal Smith FILE PHOTO: A sign for the Maple Leaf food processing plant is seen in Toronto August 21, 2008. REUTERS/Mark Blinch (CANADA)/File Photo OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canadian unemployment is at an all-time low and businesses have a message for politicians ahead of October's national election: We need immigrant workers so do not make the campaign about keeping them out. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108569-canadian-businesses-have-a-message-ahead-of-the-election-we-need-immigrant-workers/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Venezuela's Maduro says authorities foiled opposition coup plot FILE PHOTO: Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro delivers a speech from Miraflores palace in Caracas, Venezuela May 31, 2019. Miraflores Palace/Handout via REUTERS CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said on Wednesday security forces had foiled an opposition coup attempt that included plans to assassinate him and other top political figures and install a jailed former military officer as president. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108570-venezuelas-maduro-says-authorities-foiled-opposition-coup-plot/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Australia seeks urgent clarification of reports man detained in North Korea SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia's foreign affairs department said on Thursday it was seeking urgent clarification of media reports that an Australian man who was reported missing by friends had been detained in North Korea. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108571-australia-seeks-urgent-clarification-of-reports-man-detained-in-north-korea/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Democrats defend policies to reshape U.S. economy as first debate gets under way By James Oliphant U.S. Senator Cory Booker and former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke listen as U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren speaks at the first U.S. 2020 presidential election Democratic candidates debate in Miami, Florida, U.S., June 26, 2019. REUTERS/Mike Segar MIAMI (Reuters) - Democratic presidential contenders defended their ambitious plans to reshape the U.S. economy in the opening minutes of their first debate on Wednesday, saying Republican President Donald Trump's policies benefited the wealthy at the expense of working Americans. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108573-democrats-defend-policies-to-reshape-us-economy-as-first-debate-gets-under-way/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Huawei employees worked with China military on research projects - Bloomberg FILE PHOTO: A Huawei company logo at the Shenzhen International Airport in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, China June 17, 2019. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo (Reuters) - Huawei Technologies Co employees worked on at least 10 research projects with Chinese armed forces personnel over the past decade, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, collaborations the Chinese company said it was not aware of. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108575-huawei-employees-worked-with-china-military-on-research-projects-bloomberg/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Thai government announces hotel license amnesty By Bill Barnett In a significant move by Thailand’s government, a hotel licensing amnesty program has been announced on a nationwide basis. Clearly pressure by hotel owners amidst an large-scale influx of non-licensed accommodation has spurred the action. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108582-thai-government-announces-hotel-license-amnesty/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Progress on Phang Nga’s new international airport By Bill Barnett The AoT (Airports of Thailand) planned international airport in Phang Nga, set to be part of a triangle of international airports serving the Phuket, Phang Nga, Khao Lak and Krabi tourist zones, is poised to move past another development milestone. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108584-progress-on-phang-nga’s-new-international-airport/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Controversial Bangkok soapy massage ordered shut down again - before it's even opened Image: Daily News A deputy national police chief has ordered the Huay Kwang police to shut down a soapy massage parlor called Little Duck that has sprung up on the site of a controversial establishment closed nearly three years ago. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108586-controversial-bangkok-soapy-massage-ordered-shut-down-again-before-its-even-opened/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Pattaya: Sweet selling thief in citizen's arrest as German pensioner gives chase! Image: Naew Na A female German pensioner gave chase when a sweet seller stole her wallet while she was sunbathing on Jomtien beach yesterday evening. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108589-pattaya-sweet-selling-thief-in-citizens-arrest-as-german-pensioner-gives-chase/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Help at hand as pitiful picture of family on the street tugs at the Thai heartstrings Image: Thai Rath Pictures posted on social media showed a desperate Thai family down on their luck near a police booth in Saraburi. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108590-help-at-hand-as-pitiful-picture-of-family-on-the-street-tugs-at-the-thai-heartstrings/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted June 27, 2019 Share Posted June 27, 2019 Mass motorcycle taxi violence: Police chief gives details - 127 people involved! Image: Naew Na The head of the metropolitan police has spoken at a press conference regarding the deadly mass brawl between rival motorcycle taxi ranks in Udomsuk, Bangkok, on June 15th. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1108594-mass-motorcycle-taxi-violence-police-chief-gives-details-127-people-involved/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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