rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Share Posted September 20, 2019 Thanathorn richest MP, while Bhumjaithai had 3 MPs in top 4 richest: NACC By The Nation The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) on Friday (September 20) reported the personal finances of 80 members of the House of Representatives, 79 of whom were signed in after the March election, and one of whom recently resigned from the position. Full Story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124514-thanathorn-richest-mp-while-bhumjaithai-had-3-mps-in-top-4-richest-nacc/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 Inspired by Swedish teen, worldwide protest demands climate action By Gabriella Borter, Fabrizio Bensch and Patpicha Tanakasempipat Protesters are seen taking part in The Global Strike 4 Climate rally in Brisbane, Australia, September 20, 2019. AAP Image/Dan Peled/via REUTERS (Reuters) - Millions of young people flooded the streets of cities around the world on Friday to demand political leaders take urgent steps to stop climate change, uniting in a worldwide protest inspired by 16-year-old Swedish activist Greta Thunberg. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124542-inspired-by-swedish-teen-worldwide-protest-demands-climate-action/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 Trump welcomes Australia's PM, cementing strong trade, security ties By Alexandra Alper and Steve Holland U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump stand with Australia’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Jenny Morrison on the Truman Balcony during an official arrival ceremony at the White House in Washington, U.S., September 20, 2019. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Australia's prime minister on Friday for only the second state visit of his administration, signalling the close bond between the two allies as Washington takes on Beijing and Tehran. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124544-trump-welcomes-australias-pm-cementing-strong-trade-security-ties/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 First World Cup in Asia opens to 'awesome atmosphere' By Chris Gallagher and Kwiyeon Ha Rugby Union - Rugby World Cup 2019 - Pool A - Japan v Russia - Tokyo Stadium, Tokyo, Japan - September 20, 2019 Japan fans cheer during the match REUTERS/Issei Kato TOKYO (Reuters) - Rugby fever swept through Japan on Friday as fans flocked to Tokyo Stadium for the start of the 2019 World Cup, ushering in the tournament to Asia for the first time with a lavish opening ceremony inspired by Japanese-style festivals and Kabuki dance. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124545-first-world-cup-in-asia-opens-to-awesome-atmosphere/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 UK PM Johnson to meet European leaders in New York in push for Brexit deal By Kylie MacLellan British Prime Minister Boris Johnson attends a roundtable at Downing Street in London, Britain, September 19, 2019. REUTERS/Henry Nicholls/Pool LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will hold talks with European leaders on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York next week as part of his push to secure a Brexit deal by the end of October. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124546-uk-pm-johnson-to-meet-european-leaders-in-new-york-in-push-for-brexit-deal/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 Few U.S. lawmakers hit 'like' button after Facebook CEO visits Capitol Hill By David Shepardson and Bryan Pietsch FILE PHOTO: Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg enters the office of U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) while meeting with lawmakers to discuss "future internet regulation on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., September 19, 2019. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrapped up three days of discussions with Washington movers and shakers on Friday, with few if any indications he had won new "friends" to help the top social media company deal with multiple probes by Congress, state attorneys general and federal regulators. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124547-few-us-lawmakers-hit-like-button-after-facebook-ceo-visits-capitol-hill/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 Small but rare protests in Egypt after online call for dissent People gather in Tahrir Square in Cairo, Egypt September 20, 2019. REUTERS/Amr Abdallah Dalsh CAIRO (Reuters) - Hundreds of protesters gathered in central Cairo and several other Egyptian cities late on Friday shouting anti-government slogans, responding to an online call for a demonstration against government corruption, witnesses and residents said. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124549-small-but-rare-protests-in-egypt-after-online-call-for-dissent/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 Pornpawee stuns world champ Sindhu in China Open By The Nation Pornpawee Chochuwong (Badminton Photo) Thailand’s Pornpawee Chochuwong caused a major upset, stunning badminton world champion PV Sindhu of India on Thursday at the China Open World Tour Super 1000 tournament in Changzhou. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124550-pornpawee-stuns-world-champ-sindhu-in-china-open/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Share Posted September 20, 2019 Songkhla MP meets Indonesian consul to demand immediate action on haze By Somchai Samart, Santiparp Ramasut The Nation Sattra Sripan, Palang Pracharat Party MP for Songkhla, met with the Indonesian consul general Fachry Sulaiman on Friday (September 20) to hand in a petition calling on the neighbouring country to tackle and prevent haze from forest fires, which has this week shrouded Songkhla and southern border provinces. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124551-songkhla-mp-meets-indonesian-consul-to-demand-immediate-action-on-haze/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Companies failing to prepare for economic downturn: research report By THE NATION Despite a long run of strong economic growth across Southeast Asia, the next global downturn will have serious effects here, new research suggests. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124553-companies-failing-to-prepare-for-economic-downturn-research-report/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 No sign of African swine fever, but pig farmers told to be careful By The Nation Dr Asadang Ruayajin Dr Asadang Ruayajin, deputy director-general of the Department of Disease Control (DDC), said African swine fever (ASF) only affects pigs and boars and that there are no reports of the disease being transferred to other animals or humans, so far. However, he warned that humans can be carriers of the disease via infected clothes, vehicles, tools and appliances. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124554-no-sign-of-african-swine-fever-but-pig-farmers-told-to-be-careful/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Amnesty lauds freeing of six pro-democracy activists By The Nation Six pro-democracy activists (front row) Amnesty International Thailand said it was delighted with the acquittal of pro-democracy activists and hoped that this will set a legal precedence for other cases. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124556-amnesty-lauds-freeing-of-six-pro-democracy-activists/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Majority holder Frasers Property moves for delisting of GOLD via tender offer By The Nation The board of Frasers Property (Thailand) Plc has approved the submission of a letter of intent for a tender offer for 121,633,999 shares or 5.23 per cent of the total issued and sold equities of Golden Land Property Development Plc (GOLD) to the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), with the intention of delisting the company from the Thai bourse, according to the company's report to the stock exchange late on Friday. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124557-majority-holder-frasers-property-moves-for-delisting-of-gold-via-tender-offer/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Govt to launch Bt100 bn package to bolster grassroots economy By The Nation Prasong Phunthanes Prasong Phunthanes, permanent secretary of the Finance Ministry, said on Friday (September 20) that the government is preparing a brand-new stimulus package aimed at developing the grassroots economy. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124558-govt-to-launch-bt100-bn-package-to-bolster-grassroots-economy/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Malaysia-Thailand celebrate 40 years of success in joint petroleum development By THE NATION Sonthirat Sonthi-Jirawong, Energy Minister The Malaysia-Thailand Joint Authority (MTJA) is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the signing of the memorandum of understanding for petroleum development in the Joint Development Area (JDA). Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124559-malaysia-thailand-celebrate-40-years-of-success-in-joint-petroleum-development/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Thaicom partners Russian operator for maritime satellite broadband connectivity service By THE NATION Patompob Suwansiri, right, Thaicom's Chief Commercial Officer, and Ksenia Drozdova, deputy director general of Russian Satellite Communications Company Thaicom Plc (THCOM), Thailand’s first satellite operator, signed an Agreement of Intention today with Russian Satellite Communications Company (RSCC) on the joint development of a service for maritime satellite broadband connectivity. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124560-thaicom-partners-russian-operator-for-maritime-satellite-broadband-connectivity-service/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Singha Estate's CROSSROADS opens new chapter in tourism By THE NATION Singha Estate Plc, a Thai real estate developer, has officially launched CROSSROADS, its highly-anticipated megaproject in the Maldives. The official inauguration on September 19 of the largest integrated leisure and lifestyle destination in the country, is expected to open up a new market segment for local and international travellers. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124562-singha-estates-crossroads-opens-new-chapter-in-tourism/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Incentives given to major production, data facilities By THE NATION BOI secretary-general Duangjai Asawachintachit The Board of Investment (BOI) on Friday (September 20) approved incentives for four large projects together worth over Bt28 billion. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124564-incentives-given-to-major-production-data-facilities/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Bangkok malls pay homage to ‘China Today’ By THE NATION Bangkok’s Seacon Square and Seacon Bangkae will separately be celebrating “China Today” in association with the local China Cultural Centre, displaying more than 1,000 handcrafted treasures from 10 museums as well as stunning art and cultural performances. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124566-bangkok-malls-pay-homage-to-‘china-today’/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 The Lion King roars into Bangkok with spectacular production By Kupluthai Pungkanon The Nation An amazingly and truly spectacular production of the world-class musical, “The Lion King”, premiered in Bangkok at Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre on Wednesday with seats sold out. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124567-the-lion-king-roars-into-bangkok-with-spectacular-production/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Get help for chronic body rash: dermatology professor By The Nation Itching or a rash on the body is something everyone has experienced. Most people do not pay much attention to it, but in fact they can lead to a severe or even chronic condition. Atopic dermatitis can affect people’s personality, attention, and even mental health, leaving impacts on work and daily life. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124569-get-help-for-chronic-body-rash-dermatology-professor/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 United States sending troops to bolster Saudi defences after attack By Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali U.S. President Donald Trump holds a joint news conference with Australia’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison in the East Room of the White House in Washington, U.S., September 20, 2019. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday approved sending American troops to bolster Saudi Arabia's air and missile defences after the largest-ever attack on the kingdom's oil facilities, which Washington has squarely blamed on Iran. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124570-united-states-sending-troops-to-bolster-saudi-defences-after-attack/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 UK Labour Party officials attempt to oust deputy leader over Brexit By Andrew MacAskill FILE PHOTO: Britain's Deputy Leader of the Labour Party Tom Watson speaks on Brexit at an event in London, Britain September 11, 2019. REUTERS/Toby Melville LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's opposition Labour Party was plunged into fresh turmoil over Brexit on Friday as a key ally of leader Jeremy Corbyn attempted to have his deputy leader sacked on the eve of the party's annual conference. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124572-uk-labour-party-officials-attempt-to-oust-deputy-leader-over-brexit/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Thailand approves almost $1 bln of foreign investment amid U.S.-China tensions Chayut Setboonsarng BANGKOK, Sept 20 (Reuters) - Thailand has approved four investment projects from Japan, Taiwan and Singapore worth almost $1 billion as it strives to court investors keen to avoid the fallout of a trade war between the United States and China. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124564-incentives-given-to-major-production-data-facilities/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Thai man grew ganja on his US buddy's property in Chiang Mai A large amount of cannabis plants grown for their oil have been found on a property owned by a US man in Chiang Mai. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124582-thai-man-grew-ganja-on-his-us-buddys-property-in-chiang-mai/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 No arrest warrants in mysterious death of Bangkok model that has gripped Thailand Images: Sanook Police in Bangkok have said that justice will prevail and that no arrest warrants have yet been issued in the death of a Bangkok drinks party hostess. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124588-no-arrest-warrants-in-mysterious-death-of-bangkok-model-that-has-gripped-thailand/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Cannabis oil couple arrested after death of leukemia patient Caption: Ganja oil caused death! Police in Chiang Mai armed with an arrest warrant detained a husband and wife for the illegal production and distribution of cannabis oil online. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124593-cannabis-oil-couple-arrested-after-death-of-leukemia-patient/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Prayut orders armed forces to study possibility of voluntary military conscription By The Nation Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed the armed forces to study proposals to make the current mandatory military conscription voluntary to see whether such a practice would affect national security. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124595-prayut-orders-armed-forces-to-study-possibility-of-voluntary-military-conscription/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 450 kg of ‘ice’ discovered when truck hits road island in Phetchaburi By The Nation Image: Phetchaburi News Police found and seized 450 kilogrammes of crystal meth or “ice” when a 10-wheel truck hit a road island on the southbound Phetkasem road in Phetchaburi’s Muang district Friday night. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124596-450-kg-of-‘ice’-discovered-when-truck-hits-road-island-in-phetchaburi/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooster59 Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share Posted September 21, 2019 Those who drink tea regularly have healthier brains, research shows Written by National University of Singapore Image: REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon Regular tea drinkers have better organized brain regions—something associated with healthy cognitive function—compared to non-tea drinkers, according to new research. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1124598-those-who-drink-tea-regularly-have-healthier-brains-research-shows/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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