Popular Post webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted February 24, 2021 Former PDRC protest leader Suthep and 25 others sentenced to prison terms Former cabinet minister Suthep Thaugsuban, who led the mass protests to oust the government of Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra between November 23rd 2013 until May 1st, 2014,was sentenced to five years in prison by the Criminal Court today (Wednesday). Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207404-former-pdrc-protest-leader-suthep-and-25-others-sentenced-to-prison-terms/ 2 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Nine high-risk provinces to receive the first lot of 200,000 doses of Sinovac vaccine Bangkok and eight other provinces with high incidence of COVID-19 infections will be the first to get inoculated with the first shipment of 200,000 doses of Sinovac vaccine from China, in an arrangement planned by the Ministry of Public Health Ministry. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207376-nine-high-risk-provinces-to-receive-the-first-lot-of-200000-doses-of-sinovac-vaccine/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Phuket to receive first delivery of COVID vaccine By The Phuket News Dr Chalermpong announced the news earlier today (Feb 14). Screenshot: PR Phuket / Phuket Radio Thailand PHUKET:-- Phuket will receive its first 4,000 doses of the Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine by the end of this month, Vachira Phuket Hospital Director Dr Chalermpong Sukontapol has announced. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207399-phuket-to-receive-first-delivery-of-covid-vaccine/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 24, 2021 UPDATE: Thai ministers jailed as court finds 26 guilty of insurrection By Panu Wongcha-um and Panarat Thepgumpanat FILE PHOTO: Thailand's Education Minister Nataphol Teepsuwan gestures while wearing a face mask as anti-government protesters and students attend a demonstration demanding the government to resign, in front of the Ministry of Education in Bangkok, Thailand September 5, 2020. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun/File Photo BANGKOK (Reuters) - A Thai court on Wednesday sentenced 14 political leaders to jail, including three incumbent cabinet ministers, after finding them guilty of insurrection during anti-government protests that culminated in a 2014 military coup. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207404-former-pdrc-protest-leader-suthep-and-25-others-sentenced-to-prison-terms/?do=findComment&comment=16278069 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 THAI airways to sell assets to raise more funding THAI airways is selling its Laksi training center building, in the Bangkhen district of Bangkok, its Nok-Air shares, its Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services (BAFS) shares and Boeing 737- 400 engines, after the bankruptcy court gave the go-ahead to do so. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207407-thai-airways-to-sell-assets-to-raise-more-funding/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Thai police raid online casino networks in 7 provinces Thailand’s cyber crime police raided 8 online casino networks in 7 provinces and arrested 19 people, out of 22 suspects targeted. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207408-thai-police-raid-online-casino-networks-in-7-provinces/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Thai government to negotiate with Karens residing in national park Karens in the upper Banggloy village, in Kaeng Krachan National Park of Phetchaburi province, are proposing that the National park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department allocate 2.4 hectares to each family for farming, after the government has been trying to relocate them to the lower Banggloy village. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207409-thai-government-to-negotiate-with-karens-residing-in-national-park/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 UPDATE: PM hails arrival of Sinovac vaccine as a historic day for Thai people Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha hailed the arrival in Thailand of the first lot of 200,000 doses of Sinovac vaccine from China today (Wednesday) as a historic day for the Thai people and expressed his hope that the vaccine issue not be the cause of conflict in Thai society. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207355-thailand receives-its-first-coronavirus-vaccines/?do=findComment&comment=16278099 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 UPDATE: Criminal Court sentences jail terms to ministers for involvement in PDRC’s 2013 protest Na-ark Rojanasuvan BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ratchada Criminal Court has handed out jail sentence members of People’s Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) whose members also include ministers in the current administration. The defendants were involved in 2013 protests against the then government of Yingluck Shinawatra. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207404-former-pdrc-protest-leader-suthep-and-25-others-sentenced-to-prison-terms/?do=findComment&comment=16278114 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Faction of Palang Pracharath MPs ready to explain decision to abstain from voting for Bhumjaithai minister Praphorn Praphornkul BANGKOK (NNT) - In response to the coalition Bhumjaithai Party’s call for the ruling Pracharath Party to punish some of its MPs for abstaining from voting for Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob of Bhumjaithai in last week’s censure debate, MPs of the Palang Pracharath’s Dao Reuk faction have explained the reason for the abstention, saying they perform their duties sincerely and the issue is not personal. The MPs say they are ready to face the party’s disciplinary committee, and will not resign. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207410-faction-of-palang-pracharath-mps-ready-to-explain-decision-to-abstain-from-voting-for-bhumjaithai-minister/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 MNRE launches campaign against farm burn-offs Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - In an effort to reduce forest fires and smog, the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment has launched a campaign to discourage farm burning, with targets to reduce hotspots by 20% and manage 1,000 tons of combustibles in forest areas. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207411-mnre-launches-campaign-against-farm-burn-offs/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Exports Increase for 2 Months Running Subhabhong Rarueysong BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s export sector has been in positive territory for two months running, due to global trade recovery, as the economy of many countries has recovered, especially in Asia. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207413-exports-increase-for-2-months-running/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 FDA Approves Use of Non-addictive Parts of Cannabis in Food Subhabhong Rarueysong BANGKOK (NNT) - The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of non-addictive parts of cannabis and hemp plants in food products, under certain conditions. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207414-fda-approves-use-of-non-addictive-parts-of-cannabis-in-food/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Treasury Department backs off Mo Chit Complex expropriation Tanakorn Sangiam BANGKOK (NNT) - The Treasury Department has decided not to pursue the expropriation plan for the development of the much delayed Mo Chit Complex, while the plan to relocate bus operations from the current Northern Bus Terminal may affect only smaller buses to prevent traffic congestion. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207415-treasury-department-backs-off-mo-chit-complex-expropriation/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Transit Flights Are Now Being Allowed Subhabhong Rarueysong BANGKOK (NNT) - Transit flights are now being allowed through Suvarnabhumi airport, but travelers would be confined to a specific area at the airport terminal, and not be allowed to visit shops there. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207416-transit-flights-are-now-being-allowed/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Moderna developing booster shot for new coronavirus variants, increases vaccine production target By Julie Steenhuysen and Carl O'Donnell FILE PHOTO: A Moderna coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine vial is pictured at St. Mary's Hospital, in Phoenix Park in Dublin, Ireland, February 14, 2021. REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne (Reuters) - Moderna Inc said on Wednesday it is working with U.S. government scientists to study an experimental booster shot that targets a concerning new variant of the coronavirus, and has raised its global COVID-19 vaccine production goal for this year by 100 million doses. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207417-moderna-developing-booster-shot-for-new-coronavirus-variants-increases-vaccine-production-target/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Hospitalisation risk 64% higher with UK coronavirus variant: Danish study FILE PHOTO: Citizens are tested for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at Arena Nord in Frederikshavn, Northern Jutland, Denmark November 7 2020. Claus Bjoern Larsen/Ritzau Scanpix/via REUTERS COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - A Danish study has found that people infected with a more contagious coronavirus variant first identified in Britain have a higher risk of being hospitalised, the country's Serum Institute said on Wednesday. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207418-hospitalisation-risk-64-higher-with-uk-coronavirus-variant-danish-study/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Thai January economy slows after virus outbreak but vaccines a boost FILE PHOTO: People visit shopping center to celebrate New Year Eve during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Bangkok, Thailand December 31, 2020. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's economy slowed in January from the previous month as a recent coronavirus outbreak hit domestic activity but the start of the country's vaccination drive should spur confidence and tourism, the finance ministry said on Wednesday. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207419-thai-january-economy-slows-after-virus-outbreak-but-vaccines-a-boost/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Mick Jagger narrates tribute film for Royal Albert Hall's 150th year FILE PHOTO: A cyclist rides past the Royal Albert Hall, which remains closed following the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, London, Britain, July 6, 2020. REUTERS/Toby Melville LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's Royal Albert Hall launched its 150th anniversary celebrations on Tuesday, releasing a short video narrated by rocker Mick Jagger and paying tribute to live performances. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207421-mick-jagger-narrates-tribute-film-for-royal-albert-halls-150th-year/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 U.S. patience with Iran on renewing nuclear talks 'not unlimited' - State Department U.S. State Department Spokesman Ned Price faces reporters during a news briefing at the State Department in Washington, U.S., February 24, 2021. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/Pool WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States' patience with Iran on returning to discussions over the 2015 nuclear deal is "not unlimited," State Department spokesman Ned Price said on Wednesday. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207422-us-patience-with-iran-on-renewing-nuclear-talks-not-unlimited-state-department/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 Woods' accident casts shadow over World Golf Championships event FILE PHOTO: The damaged car of Tiger Woods is towed away after he was involved in a car crash, near Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 23, 2021. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (Reuters) - Tiger Woods' car accident cast a shadow over the World Golf Championships (WGC) event in Bradenton, Florida, on Wednesday, as the players prepared for the tournament. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207423-woods-accident-casts-shadow-over-world-golf-championships-event/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Share Posted February 24, 2021 U.S. Supreme Court set to weigh Republican-backed voting restrictions By Andrew Chung FILE PHOTO: A police officer is seen in front of the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, U.S., April 15, 2020. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo (Reuters) - Fresh off an election in which former President Donald Trump made false claims of fraud, the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to ponder the legality of a restriction on early voting in Arizona that his fellow Republicans argued was needed to combat fraud. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207425-us-supreme-court-set-to-weigh-republican-backed-voting-restrictions/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted February 24, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 24, 2021 U.S. report on Khashoggi death expected to single out Saudi crown prince-sources By Mark Hosenball, Jonathan Landay and Trevor Hunnicutt FILE PHOTO: The Committee to Protect Journalists and other press freedom activists hold a candlelight vigil in front of the Saudi Embassy to mark the anniversary of the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi at the kingdom's consulate in Istanbul, Wednesday evening in Washington, U.S., October 2, 2019. REUTERS/Sarah Silbiger WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A declassified version of a U.S. intelligence report expected to be released on Thursday finds that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman approved the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, four U.S. officials familiar with the matter said. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207426-us-report-on-khashoggi-death-expected-to-single-out-saudi-crown-prince-sources/ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted February 25, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 25, 2021 Public Health Ministry rejects reports that Chatuchak Weekend Market was source of COVID-19 Praphorn Praphornkul BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Public Health has dismissed reports in Danish media, claiming that the World Health Organization (WHO) released a report saying Thailand was the original transmission source of COVID-19. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207428-public-health-ministry-rejects-reports-that-chatuchak-weekend-market-was-source-of-covid-19/ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 25, 2021 Author Share Posted February 25, 2021 Thailand says nears vaccine passport, hopes to welcome tourists in third quarter By Chayut Setboonsarng, Panarat Thepgumpanat FILE PHOTO: A staff member sits under the arrival flight information board at Suvarnabhumi Airport during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in Bangkok, Thailand, October 12, 2020. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thai authorities are preparing a plan to ease restrictions for travellers vaccinated against the coronavirus, senior officials said on Wednesday, as the country looks to revive a tourism industry battered by travel curbs. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207430-thailand-says-nears-vaccine-passport-hopes-to-welcome-tourists-in-third-quarter/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 25, 2021 Author Share Posted February 25, 2021 Pattaya: Foreigner "mercilessly" attacked with repeated kicks to the face in Walking Street Siam Chon News reported what they said was a very bad attack on a foreigner that would tarnish the image of Pattaya as it begins its recovery from the pandemic. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207435-pattaya-foreigner-mercilessly-attacked-with-repeated-kicks-to-the-face-in-walking-street/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted February 25, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 25, 2021 Opening up to foreign tourists: Thais fear vaxxed foreigners could still spread disease Thailand's authorities met yesterday to discuss ways to open up the country to foreign tourists and businessmen who have been vaccinated against Covid-19, reported The Bangkok Insight. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207436-opening-up-to-foreign-tourists-thais-fear-vaxxed-foreigners-could-still-spread-disease/ 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post webfact Posted February 25, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 25, 2021 New Armed Forces chief orders less generals and more efficiency Thailand's armed forces have been told to reduce the number of generals in their ranks. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207437-new-armed-forces-chief-orders-less-generals-and-more-efficiency/ 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 25, 2021 Author Share Posted February 25, 2021 Here’s where the first doses of COVID-19 vaccines will go in Thailand Picture: The Bangkok Insight Thai media The Bangkok Insight published details of where the first lot of the Chinese made Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine would go. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207439-here’s-where-the-first-doses-of-covid-19-vaccines-will-go-in-thailand/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 25, 2021 Author Share Posted February 25, 2021 Freeland Hopeful That Thai Authorities Will Close Wildlife Markets Government Today Pledges To Examine Markets, Consider Closures (Bangkok)—Freeland applauds the Thai Ministry of Public Health for their statement today during a public, Facebook Live press conference in Bangkok, in which they referenced a Monday news report supported by Freeland about Chatuchak market and acknowledged that wildlife trade may endanger public health. Full story: https://forum.thaivisa.com/topic/1207440-freeland-hopeful-that-thai-authorities-will-close-wildlife-markets/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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