Prayut urges patience and support for the democratisation of Thailand

Patience is needed for democracy to return to Thailand, Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha said Wednesday in an interview with the Voice of America in New York.

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Over 10,000 Kayin voters to be excluded from election

Polling booths would be established at only 102 villages in Kayin State, Myanmar due to security threats, said the chairman of the Kayin State Election Commission.

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Sukhumbhand proposes car sale restriction

Car buyers may have to produce evidence that they have parking space if a proposal recommended by Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra to tackle the capital's traffic woes goes ahead.

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Four Thai celebrities launch campaign to protect wildlife

Four new Thai "champions" against wildlife trafficking Wednesday joined a public campaign to help reduce the demand for wildlife products and put a halt to the illegal trade, the US embassy said.

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Bangkok to host One Young World Summit 2015

Bangkok will host the One Young World Summit 2015 in November, being the first venue in Asia where global young leaders aged 18-20 would share their thoughts for the globe.

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Lawyer for Bangkok bomb accused says client confessed

BANGKOK (AFP) - The foreigner accused of planting a bomb at a Bangkok shrine has admitted involvement in the deadly attack, his lawyer said Wednesday, reversing earlier denials of a confession.

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Prayut's speech at UN general assembly

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha delivered the following speech at the the 70th Session of the United Nations General Assembly New York on Tuesday:

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G7, Gulf states pledge $1.8 billion for UN refugee aid

UNITED NATIONS, United States (AFP) - The G7 group of leading economies and Gulf states pledged $1.8 billion in funding Tuesday for UN aid agencies helping Syrian refugees.

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Red-shirt anger over political link to blast

Police chief tones down claim after criticism; lawyer doubt

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Cornered Yingluck fights back

Former PM sues attorney general, three others for abuse of authority

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'Single gateway' only for regulatory oversight: Prajin

GOVERNMENT ministers have defended their review of Thailand's Internet gateways. Uttama Savanayana, the Information and Commun-ication Technology Minister, said there were "multiple gateways" and not a single gateway - and the latter idea was merely being studied.

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Election body keen to retain power to oust poll cheats

THE ELECTION Commission will try to ensure that it can still hand out 'yellow' and 'red cards' to candidates who commit fraud under the new constitution, but says it will wait to see what moves the new charter drafters make before pushing for other powers.

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Out-of-control cop to feel full weight of the law

A Samut Sakhon-based police officer who allegedly joined his friends in beating up a taxi driver near Bangkok's Royal City Avenue on Monday morning will face disciplinary charges as well as criminal code charges, national police chief Pol General Somyot Poompunmuang said yesterday.

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Probe complete in Rohingya case

Police will Wednesday submit a human trafficking case concerning allegedly victimised Rohingya and other migrants - for the public prosecutor at the Songkhla's Nathawee Provincial Court.

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DSI handled 108 special cases worth Bt60 billion as of August 31

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has handled 108 special cases with combined damages worth Bt60 billion as of August 31. Ten of those cases were passed onto the public prosecutors while the other 98 cases were still under investigation.

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Super typhoon kills three, injures hundreds in Taiwan

TAIPEI (AFP) - Super typhoon Dujuan has killed three people and left more than 300 injured in Taiwan, authorities said Tuesday after it swept across the island before making landfall in eastern China.

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Prayut pledges Thais to UN boost in peacekeeping work

Prime Minister Prayut Chanocha Tuesday joined leaders from more than 50 countries for a summit on United Nations peacekeeping operations to pledge new commitments to save people in conflicts around the world.

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Thailand to become 'land of smiles' again: Prayut

Greater economic self-reliance will returns Thailand towards becoming the Land of Smiles once again, wrote Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha in the latest government's newsletter distributed to the public.

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Prayut hopes Thailand to become 'land of smiles' again

Greater economic self-reliance will returns Thailand towards becoming the Land of Smiles once again, wrote Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha in the latest government's newsletter distributed to the public.

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Facebook stumbles for second time in a week

SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) - Facebook on Monday stumbled for the second time in a week, going out of service for slightly less than an hour.

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Political motives 'partly behind bombing'

While sticking to smuggler-revenge theory, police now also include local motivation

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US wants to expand ties with Thailand, seeks strategic talks

THE United States has sought to expand its cooperation with Thailand and is exploring the idea of holding a fifth strategic dialogue soon, Foreign Ministry spokesman Sek Wannamethee said yesterday.

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Meechai has not set any conditions, says Wissanu

DEPUTY Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said yesterday that former Senate Speaker Meechai Ruchupan had not set any conditions in order to head the new Constitution Drafting Committee (CDC).

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'Bike for Dad' to celebrate King's 88th birthday

HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn will lead the "United Thailand, Bike for Dad" ride in Bangkok to celebrate His Majesty the King's 88th birthday.

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Ban expresses concern over democracy to PM

Prayut assures implementation of road map will strengthen nation

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Russia, US, other countries must end deadlock over Syria: UN chief

New York (dpa) - UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon singled out Russia, the US, Saudi Arabia, Iran and Turkey as key international players that hold the key to the resolution of the Syrian conflict and called for an end to the "diplomatic paralysis," in a speech Monday.

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Police believe political motives linked to Erawan Shrine blast

Police investigators are convinced political motives were also behind last month's Erawan Shrine bombing, in addition to possible revenge by human smugglers upset by a government crackdown, the national police chief said Monday.

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BMA to move residents close to Klong Lat Phrao

BANGKOK officials will set up meetings with residents in eight districts to explain the flood-prevention project planned for Klong Lat Phrao Dam and guidelines for relocating people whose homes intrude on the canal.

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US wants to bolster ties with Thailand: Foreign Ministry

THE United States has sought to expand its cooperation with Thailand and is exploring the idea of holding a fifth strategic dialogue soon, Foreign Ministry spokesman Sek Wannamethee said Monday.

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KL talks tackle trans-national crime in Asean

Thai Interior Ministry officials and Royal Thai Police representatives Monday joined in the 10th ASEAN conference on trans-national crime (AMMTC).

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Foreign Ministry launches 'Thaiconsular' app

The Foreign Affairs Ministry Monday officially launched the Department of Consular Affairs' call centre number 025728442, official ID Line namely "Thaiconsular" and mobile phone application called "Thaiconsular".

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Thai universities 'struggling to climb up world rankings and be profitable'

INCREASING academic performance in order to climb up world university rankings while struggling to maintain high profitability is the major challenge that Thai universities face, education experts said last week.

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In Myanmar, ICT booms along with dangers

Fears people will suffer because legal framework is incompatible with new age

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Election in mid-2017: Prayut

Thailand's general election should be held in the middle of 2017, Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha told United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon during their meeting on Sunday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.

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Chinese painters let brushes speak on Thai scenery, culture

CHINESE National Artist Cai Zhixin led a group of top Chinese painters to Bangkok over the weekend to create masterpieces inspired by Thailand's beautiful scenery.

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Thumbs down for proposed single Internet gateway

Government warned move could damage fast-growing e-commerce sector, besides also posing serious connection issues

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Bomb suspect set to lose passport

Move follows Wanna Suansan breaking promise to surrender to police

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Pro- and anti-govt groups rally in NY, out of sight of PM

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha did not see them, but was undoubtedly aware that more than a hundred Thai residents in the United States had gathered in front of the United Nations headquarters in New York - one group to demonstrate against him and another group to support him.

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Thumbs down for proposed single Internet gateway

Government warned move could damage fast-growing e-commerce sector, besides also posing serious connection issues

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Five children slain

FOUR boys and a girl aged from five months to eight years were slashed to death yesterday by a man suffering from schizophrenia in Chiang Mai's Chai Prakarn district. A woman who was the mother of three of the children was injured.

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Democrat seeks names of people who got aid from Yingluck govt

FORMER Democrat Party-list MP Watchara Petchthong yesterday cited public interest in demanding the Rights and Liberties Protection Department to disclose the list of alleged offenders of public assembly from 2005-10 who received financial assistance from the Ying-luck Shinawatra administration.

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Five children slain in Chiang Mai

FOUR boys and a girl aged from five to eight were allegedly slashed to death Sunday by a 22-year-old man suffering from schizophrenia in Chiang Mai's Chai Prakarn district. A woman who was the mother of three of the children was also injured.

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World must end poverty, inequality: PM tells UN

THAILAND and the other 192 members of the United Nations attending the General Assembly in New York have formally adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development that sets new global goals over the next 15 years.

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Media 'must reform to ensure quality journalism'

THE MASS media must reform to ensure quality journalism and the upholding of professional ethics amidst greater business pressure, the proliferation of new media and the growth of digital television stations, a symposium organised by the Thai Broadcast Journalists Association was told yesterday.

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Khon Kaen teen takes fashion designing to exotic heights

APICHET "Madaew" Atilattana, a 16-year-old high-school student in the Northeast, is an aspiring fashion designer who creates his designs using everyday items such as mosquito nets, morning glory, flowering bush, banana leaves and even a bamboo fish tray.

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University of Phayao 'bolstered by quality scheme'

THE UNIVERSITY of Phayao is demonstrating a significant change in its teaching and learning system after joining a quality assurance initiative at the start of last year, the institution said.

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Our house in Yangon

The colonial-style residence of the Thai ambassador to Myanmar is recognised by the Association of Siamese Architects with a Historical and Architectural Conservation Award

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Hungarian tourist killed, 23 injured in Thai boat accident

BANGKOK (AFP) - A Hungarian woman was killed and 23 other tourists were injured when their boat crashed into another vessel in central Thailand, police said on Saturday.

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Arrest warrants sought for 16 from military court

CHANGE IN CASE JURISDICTION IN KEEPING WITH NCPO GUIDELINES, SAYS CITY POLICE CHIEF

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Lawyers of Koh Tao murder accused given more time

MYANMAR EMBASSY CLAIMS WITNESS WAS FORCED TO IMPLICATE DUO AFTER KILLINGS OF BRITISH PAIR ON TOURIST ISLAND

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Thailand voted chairman of Group of 77 in 2016

KINGDOM AIMS TO PROMOTE SOUTH-SOUTH COOPERATION AS WELL |AS BE A LINK BETWEEN DEVELOPED AND DEVELOPING COUNTRIES

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Village Fund expected to boost grassroots economy

VILLAGERS are overjoyed about this month's Cabinet resolution to add money to 59,000 Village Funds for vocational support for low-income earners.

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Powered by teen angst

Coming-of-age comedy turns electrifying with the GTH Studio's new film "May Who?"

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ADB raises climate finance to support SDG

Asian Development Bank announced today the doubling in the size of its annual climate financing to US$6 billion by 2020.

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Thailand lands chairmanship of Group of 77

Thailand Friday won the 2016 chairmanship of the Group of 77, the largest organisation for developing countries at the United Nations and will push forward new development goals during it tenure, said a senior Thai diplomat.

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Almost a third of Americans would support a military coup

Almost a third of Americans could imagine supporting a military coup against their own government which is beginning to violate the constitution, the Guardian newspaper online reported.

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Saudi criticised after hajj stampede kills more than 700

MINA, Saudi Arabia (AFP) - Blame shifted towards Saudi authorities on Friday after a stampede at the hajj killed at least 717 people, in the worst tragedy to strike the annual Muslim pilgrimage in a quarter of a century.

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US embassy issues terrorism warning for street in KL

Kuala Lumpur - The U.S. embassy in Malaysia warned American citizens on Thursday to avoid a popular tourist street in the capital Kuala Lumpur because of "credible threat information regarding a potential terrorist act".

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Beer queen brews up a storm

After raising eyebrows in her previous roles, Singha heiress finally gives in and withdraws her police application

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Suspect 'confesses' he planted shrine bomb

Police looking for clinching evidence to prove Adem Karadag was the bomber in yellow t-shirt

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Meechai wants time to decide on CDC leadership

FORMER Senate Speaker Meechai Ruchupan has asked for time to decide whether he will head the new constitution drafting committee (CDC), Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said yesterday.

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IUU efforts pass muster, Prawit says

THAILAND is ready for the inspection by the European Union of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing practices, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said yesterday.

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Lawyers ask for more time

Witnesses lack courage to confirm that the suspects were framed, they say

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Beer queen BREWS UP A STORM AFTER RAISING

Eyebrows in her previous roles, Singha heiress finally gives in and withdraws her police application

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History of tragedies at hajj pilgrimage

MECCA, Saudi Arabia (AFP) - The deadly stampede at the hajj in Saudi Arabia on Thursday is just the latest tragedy to strike the pilgrimage.

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Court president sacked for malfeasance

The Administrative Court's judicial commission has dismissed from office the Supreme Administrative Court president Hassavut Vititviriyakul for committing malfeasance in seeking the promotion of a police officer.

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220 Muslim pilgrims die in haj stampede during devil-stoning ritual

Mecca, Saudi Arabia (dpa) - At least 220 Muslim pilgrims died and450 were injured Thursday in a stampede during a stone-throwing ritual in the Saudi holy town of Mina during the haj, the Saudi Civil Defence agency said.

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Police have video clips to link bomber to first-arrested suspect

Police have found video clips at the Lumpini Park to link the yellow-shirt man who planted a bomb at the Erawan Shrine to the suspect who was arrested at Nong Chok apartment, a police source said.

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Filipino Cops now in Bangkok to fetch Reyeses

Operatives of the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group are already in Bangkok, Thailand, to get custody of former Palawan governor Joel Reyes and his brother, Coron town ex-mayor Mario Reyes, the alleged masterminds in the killing of broadcaster Gerry Ortega, Justice Secretary Leila de Lima said on Wednesday.

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Defence asks for more time in British backpacker murders

Koh Samui - Lawyers for two Myanmar migrant workers accused of killing two British tourists on a Thai island appealed for more time on Thursday to prove they were scapegoats innocent of the brutal, high-profile murders.

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Chitpas drops her application to work for the police

Chitpas Kridakorn, a former key member of the nowdefunct People's Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC), has decided not to "move forward" with her application for a position in the Police Patrol and Special Operations Division, aka 191.

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Abhisit advises PM to be cautious in his speech in NY

FORMER PREMIER Abhisit Vejjajiva yesterday warned Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to be careful about what he says while attending the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week.

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New US ambassador to Thailand takes office

The new United States ambassador to Thailand, Glyn Townsend Davies, officially took office yesterday, almost 10 months after the post became vacant.

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No extension for deadlines : EU

The European Commission has dismissed as "without foundation" a claim that Thailand has been given more time by the European Union to tackle illegal fishing practices or IUU, reported Eureporter online on Tuesday.

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Nualphan resigns after country's exit

Thailand women's football team manager Nualphan Lamsam announced her resignation upon her arrival yesterday following the team's elimination from the Olympic second qualifying round in Mandalay, Myanmar.

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Pattani woman restaurateur prevents bomb attack

A 60-year-old woman cleared a bomb from out of her restaurant in Pattani's Yaring district on Tuesday night. The bomb went off later without causing any casualties.

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Abhisit advises Prayut to watch what he says in NY

FORMER PREMIER Abhisit Vejjajiva Wednesday warned Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to be careful about what he says while attending the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week.

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Abhisit warns Prayut to mind words

Former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva Wednesday warned Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha to be careful about his words made to international communities when he attends the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week.

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Defence points to flaws in probe over Britons' murder

Lawyers defending two Myanmar migrant workers on trial for the Thai holiday island murders of two British backpackers sought on Wednesday to expose holes in a police investigation they maintain was botched and intended to frame the suspects.

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World leaders should hold Prayut to rights, democracy pledges: HRW

World leaders, who gathered for the United Nations General Assembly, should urge Thailand's Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, to end repression of human rights and quickly restore democratic civilian rule, Human Rights Watch said in a statement Wednesday.

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World Leaders Should Hold Prayut to Rights, Democracy Pledges

World leaders, who gathered for the United Nations General Assembly, should urge Thailand's Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, to end repression of human rights and quickly restore democratic civilian rule, Human Rights Watch said in a statement Wednesday.

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Malaysian police detain eight over Bangkok bombing

Kuala Lumpur - Malaysian police said Wednesday they had detained eight more people, including four Malaysians and four foreigners, on suspicion of being involved in a deadly bombing in Bangkok last month.

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US ambassador-designate arrives

The US ambassador-designate has arrived in Thailand, the US embassy announced Wednesday.

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Xi calls for 'new model' US-China relationship

SEATTLE (AFP) - Chinese President Xi Jinping called for the United States and China to better understand each other's "strategic intentions" Tuesday, asking for "a new model of major country relationship" with more understanding and less suspicion.

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Thai airlines in safety concern list

Sejong - Six foreign airlines operating in South Korea are classified as having safety concerns, the transportation ministry here said Wednesday, pledging to step up monitoring of flights with poor safety records.

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Mid-flight theft increases in Asia

Mid-flight theft-related offences on board airplanes have become more common in several Asian countries over the past two years, including in Indonesia.

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Reyes brothers extradited on Thursday

The deportation of former Palawan governor Joel Reyes and his brother, Coron ex-mayor Mario Reyes, the alleged masterminds of the killing of broadcaster Gerry Ortega, has been tentatively set for Thursday, according to Justice Secretary Leila de Lima.

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Drought tipped to drag on till mid-2016

Dams near record lows, farmers told to look for jobs

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Bomb probe team in KL to see suspect

Man allegedly confessed to playing role : source

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How my attitude was 'adjusted' by the NCPO

THESE are some of the things I remember best during my second round of "attitude adjustment" under the military junta, also known as the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO).

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Hoe, clothing become focus of case

TWO KEY AGENCIES have come to the same conclusion that the DNA of two Britons who were brutally killed on Koh Tao last year appeared on a hoe believed to be the murder weapon.

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PM unfazed by Thaksin's HK meets

PRIME Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday he was paying no attention to ousted PM Thaksin Shinawatra's meeting with followers in Hong Kong. He would not let it distract him.

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Suu Kyi urges 'brave' votes, touts constituency development

KAWHMU, Myanmar (AFP) - Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi said Tuesday supporters need not be afraid when they cast ballots in landmark elections, as she railed against government neglect while campaigning in her rural constituency.

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Aek to be permanent secretary at PM's Office

Deputy National Police Chief Pol General Aek Angsananont will take up a new job as permanent secretary for the PM's Office on October 1. Cabinet approved his appointment Tuesday.

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Wissanu denies wanting to dissolve, reregister parties

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam Tuesday denied that he wanted the political party laws to be rewritten so all political parties are dissolved and registered as new parties.

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Multiple-entry tourist visa to start Nov 13

Thailand's multiple-entry tourist visa will be available from November 13, the Foreign Ministry announced Tuesday.

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We want Reyes brothers in handcuffs, say Ortegas

"I WANT to see them handcuffed and facing a court and in jail," Patria Gloria "Patty" Ortega, widow of slain Palawan journalist Gerry Ortega, said upon learning that the suspected masterminds in the murder of her husband had been arrested in Thailand.

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Malaysian premier faces federal corruption inquiry in US

Washington (dpa) - Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak is being investigated by the United States Justice Department over allegations of corruption, a news report said Monday.

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Trafficking crackdown on officials

32 police transferred; arrest warrants soughtfor four more military officers

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Forensic team to testify in Koh Tao trial

Aust expert among defence witnesses

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'Stick with tested democratic ideas'

A 1997 CHARTER drafter said yesterday that society should deal with crises according to the prevailing system because it is questionable whether implementing an outside mechanism to tackle problems would restore peace.

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Regulations will determine if Chitpas can join 191: police

THE Metropolitan Police Bureau will use regulations when deciding whether to appoint a former People's Democratic Reform Committee leader to a position within the Patrol and Special Operation Division, the police spokesman said.

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Djokovic and Nadal to promote Thailand as a destination

World No 1 Novak Djokovic and ninetime French Open champion Rafael Nadal will promote Thailand as a tourist destination in a daylong activity that will include shopping at OTOP and visiting the Prime Minister's Office during their Bangkok exhibition next month.

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Man nabbed in M'sia still not confirmed to be Erawan bomber

It is still not confirmed whether a suspect arrested in Malaysia is the prime suspect of the fatal Erawan Shrine blast, national police chief Pol General Somyot Poompanmuang said Monday.

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Legal slip saved Nuling from two-year term

Anti-coup activist Sombat "Nuling" Boonngam-anong Monday survived a penalty for violating the junta's order that he report to it.

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Water official, finance officer, judge, police officer, among NACC targets

The Office of Songkhla Provincial Public Prosecutor has filed a petition with the court to confiscate Bt113 million in assets from Samart Jaisamut, then director of the Office of Water Resource region 8.

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Auto exports jump nearly 14% in August

Thailand's automobile exports jumped by nearly 14 per cent in August and the industrial confidence index for the next three months became positive, according to reports issued by the Federation of Thai Industries Monday.

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Thaksin tells red shirts: "play dead"... for now

Udon Thani - From self-imposed exile, the influential leader of Thailand's rural "red shirt"opposition movement has delivered a simple message to followers chafing at the military junta's iron rule: lay low for now,don't panic, "play dead".

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Jon Hamm, 'Game of Thrones' finally win Emmys glory

LOS ANGELES (AFP) - HBO's fantasy epic "Game of Thrones" won for best drama series and Jon Hamm finally took home a trophy for "Mad Men" on Sunday at the Emmy Awards -- a night of firsts that saw a black actress make history.

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2015 Emmy winners in key categories

LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Here is a list of the winners in key categories for the 2015 Primetime Emmy awards, which were handed out in Los Angeles on Sunday:

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PM stresses need for elected govt but rejects populism

Prayut and Somkid refute claims that their policies mirror Thaksin's populist agenda

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Public health experts warn against co-payments in UC system

USING co-payment methods in the Universal Coverage Healthcare Scheme (UC) would increase the burden on the poor and lead to disparity in the health system, public health experts have warned.

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Malaysian police may have two bombers

MALAYSIAN police have sent photos of two men -one suspected of being the yellow-shirt bomber responsible for last month's Erawan Shrine blast that killed 20 people in Bangkok and the other the 'blue-shirt man' who kicked a device into the Chao Phraya River that blew up harmlessly under Sathorn Pier, a Thai security official said yesterday.

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Debate drags on over compensation payouts

Prayut govt's moves welcomed but seen by some as meagre

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Bus-stops not so 'friendly' for people with disabilities

But subway, rail services, skytrain generally seen as far better

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Police looking at charging NDM leaders

The authorities recorded the New Democracy Movement's anti-junta protest march from Thammasat University to Democracy Monument on Saturday and police are considering laying charges, Army Chief General Udomdej Sitabutr said Sunday.

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Tourist swept away in river in Nakhon Nayok

A tourist has gone missing in a raging river at a famous attraction in Nakhon Nayok.

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US arrests 15-year-old for reported pope plot

WASHINGTON (AFP) - US authorities arrested a 15-year-old last month for allegedly plotting an Islamic State-inspired attack that US media said had Pope Francis as its target.

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Public must play strong role: Somkid

Deputy PM also warns conflicts will occur if the economy isn't fixed

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East, South still fighting floods

Officials expect situation to return to normal by middle of this week if rain eases; dams in Chao Phraya Basin still 'low'

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Police keen to talk to cabbie about bomb suspects

POLICE investing last month's Bangkok bomb blasts want to interrogate a taxi driver who regularly drove some of the main suspects.

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Motorcade 'bombmaker' suspect held after 'DNA find'; Pulo man freed

SECURITY officers yesterday captured an alleged key bomb-maker in Songkhla's Thepha district who is linked to the bomb attack on a Defence Ministry motorcade in Yala on Monday that wounded five rangers.

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Let's sticker together

Creative Thais are earning tidy sums by inventing their own expressive emoticons for the Line app. Make way for Tidlom the buffalo!

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Bangkok Glass in final showdown of Asian Women's Club Volleyball Championship

Thailand League champions Bangkok Glass, powered by three national Thailand team players including Wilavan Apinyapong and Pleumjit Thinkaow, produced a stunning 3-2 (25-14 17-25 25-23 19-25 15-9) victory over China League champions Zhejiang in the do-or-die semi-final encounter to advance to the final showdown of the 2015 Asian Women's Club Volleyball Championship.

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Deadlines set to tackle fishing and trafficking

Prayut wants anti-trafficking measures undertaken by same date the EU has agreed for 'solutions' to bring the fishing industry into line

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Final chapter closes for national scribe Prabhassorn

NATIONAL ARTIST Prabhassorn Sevikul, 67, passed away peacefully at home in Bangkok yesterday morning of heart failure. He is survived by his wife, Chutima, and their two sons.

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PM to lobby for Security Council seat

PRAYUT, FOREIGN MINISTER TO MAKE CASE WHILE ATTENDING UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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Yingluck may get Bt500 bn bill over rice losses: Prayut

DAMAGES to be sought from former PM Yingluck Shinawatra over her government's rice-pledging scheme may exceed Bt500 billion, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday.

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Art restores the peace

Ratchaprasong is "Stronger Together" with inviting street art and sculptures

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Thai air force buys trainer jets from South Korea

Bangkok (dpa) - The Royal Thai Air Force will purchase four T-50 trainer jets from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), officials said Friday.

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Activist Hall to hit Natural Fruit with counter charges

A BRITISH activist fighting a series of legal battles against a Thai pineapple company plans to file complaints with the anti-corruption agency and launch counter prosecutions "to prevent ongoing harassment".

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Road rage killer "Moo Ham" jailed

The Supreme Court has jail a man over a much-publicised fatal road rage incident, overruling the lower court's verdict.

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Baht up on Fed's decision

Thai baht has strengthened today, to Bt35.57 per US dollar as of 3.39pm, following the US Federal Reserve Board's decision last night to maintain the interest rates.

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Vietnam slams Thai police over clash with fishermen

Hanoi (dpa) - Vietnam requested compensation from Thailand over the shooting of three fishermen by marine police last week, state media reported Friday.

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Thai temple fights drug addiction with horses and boxing

MAE CHAN, Thailand (AFP) - Every morning in Thailand's far north, a convoy of orange-robed Buddhist monks and novices riding on horseback leave their mountain-top temple in the kingdom's notorious Golden Triangle region to collect alms.

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Arrest warrant issued for Pakistani

MIN BURI Court yesterday issued an arrest warrant for Pakistani Abdul Tawab on charges of possessing explosives and weapons without a permit. The items in question might have some connection with the Erawan Shrine and Sathorn Pier bombings last month, police said.

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PM upset over remarks by ambassador

Urges Thais to not allow foreigners to interfere in domestic affairs

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Abhisit slams proposal to include crisis panel in charter

DEMOCRAT PARTY leader Abhisit Vejjajiva yesterday criticised Deputy PM Wissanu Krea-ngam for suggesting that provision for a National Strategic Reform and Reconciliation Committee (NSRRC) should be included in the new draft charter.

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Health bodies push for new law on tobacco

Six key public health organisations and allies yesterday vowed to support the new draft of the Tobacco Control Act and called on the government and the National Legislative Assembly to push this law through to protect children and youth.

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Anti-mines group marches to Akara

Protesters fight concession plan, demand problems be addressed first

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Two killed, 13 injured in Narathiwat bomb attacks

Muslim insurgents launched four bomb attacks in Narathiwat's Rangae district Thursday night, killing two people and injuring 13 others, Police spokesman Pol Lt Gen Prawut Thawornsiri said.

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Facebook opens Thai offices, rolls out Instagram to the Thai market

Facebook officially launched its offices in Thailand Thursday with the announcement that it was rolling out Instagram advertising to the Thai market.

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NLA to hear opening statements in Somsak's impeachment case Oct 29

The National Legislative Assembly will meet to hold opening statements about the retroactive impeachment motion against former Education Minister Somsak Prissananantakul on October 29.

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Public warned not to release floating lanterns or flying objects

The Civil Aviation of Thailand Department is asking the public again not to release floating lanterns or homemade flying objects as they could be dangerous to aviation.

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Three foreign tourism ambassadors appointed

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has reached out to three foreign celebrities to help it revive the tourism industry in the aftermath of the deadly bombing in August.

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Thai customs nab Bolivian with 5 kg of cocaine in luggage

Thai authorities said Wednesday a Bolivian had been charged with drug trafficking after more than five kilograms of cocaine was found hidden in his luggage at Bangkok's main airport.

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Thai police confirm clash with Vietnamese fishermen

Bangkok (dpa) - Thai police confirmed Thursday that one of their patrol boats clashed with Vietnamese fishing vessels last week, an encounter that Hanoi said resulted in one death.

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Southeast Asia's haze: what's behind the annual outbreaks?

JAKARTA (AFP) - Southeast Asia has been enveloped in choking haze from agricultural fires in Indonesia over the past fortnight, prompting flight cancellations, closing schools and raising fears this weekend's glitzy Formula One night race in Singapore could be affected.

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Powerful Chile quake kills two, sparks tsunami alert

SANTIAGO (AFP) - A massive 8.3-magnitude earthquake struck the center of Chile on Wednesday, triggering the evacuation of coastal areas and warnings that tsunami waves could reach as far as Japan.

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Next election could be in February 2017, Wissanu says

Govt may shorten 20-month road map; rules out appointment of ex-CDC members

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Confusion over the identity of suspect

Lawyer to seek Turkey Embassy's assistance; Jakthip returns from Malaysia with 'useful info'

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Reds leaders get jail sentence over invasion of Prem's home

THE CRIMINAL Court yesterday sentenced four leaders of the United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship (UDD) to four years and four months in jail over their rally to lay siege to the Si Si Sao Theves residence of Privy Council chief General Prem Tinsulanonda.

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'Wrong direction' blamed for Thai universities' ranking drop.

THAI UNIVERSITIES' drop in the latest QS World University Ranking reflects the wrong direction taken in the Kingdom's higher education sector, education expert Pavich Thongroj said yesterday.

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Ex-NRC member sceptical of reforms under new council

A FORMER member of the National Reform Council (NRC) has suggested that the high proportion of civil servants and military officers proposed for the new National Reform Steering Council needs to be reduced, saying they were part of the reason for the impasse in attempts to bring about reforms in the past.

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Thousands of protesters march in support of Najib's govt

Thousands of "Red Shirt" pro

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Famous American street painter brings her artworks to Thailand

An American chalk artist and street painter Tracy Lee Stum, a renowned 3-D street artist and Guinness World Record holder, will conduct her artworks in Bangkok this week.

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World renown American street painter brings her artworks to Thailand

An American chalk artist and street painter Tracy Lee Stum, a world renown 3-D street artist and Guinness World Record holder, will conduct her artworks in Bangkok this week.

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Thailand alleged with detaining asylum seekers

The Human Rights Watch Wednesday alleged that Thai authorities have wrongfully arrested 64 asylum seekers, including seven children, from Pakistan and Somalia.

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World renown American street painter brings inspirational "Art in Public Space" to Thailand

An American chalk artist and street painter Tracy Lee Stum, a world renown 3-D street artist and Guinness World Record holder, will conduct her artworks in Bangkok this week.

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Human Rights Watch alleged Thailand with detaining asylum seekers

The Human Rights Watch Wednesday alleged that Thai authorities have wrongfully arrested 64 asylum seekers, including seven children, from Pakistan and Somalia.

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PM ready to shorten time before next poll

FOLLOWING mounting pressure, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday that he would shorten the road map timeline and hold a general election in less than the previously planned 20 months.

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Attack 'linked to Uighur deportations'

PM dismisses police claim, blames human traffickers for blasts

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Nation writer, politicians let go after signing pact

PM warns tere will be no negotiations, 'offenders' will face court in the future

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Krabi power plant 'will have little environmental impact'

Reserarchers for Egat claim coal-fired plant will 'contain pollution' at site

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Protect country like a tree: PM

THAIS should love each other, stay in harmony and stop brawling, a 14-year-old student suggested yesterday after Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha presented him with a prize for winning a government-sponsored drawing contest.

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Cabinet approves changes to Investment Promotion Act

The Cabinet Tuesday approved the draft amendments to the Investment Promotion Act as proposed by the Board of Investment.

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Abhisit still keen to play role in the reform process

ABHISIT Vejjajiva, Democrat Party leader, has kept the door open to sending party representatives to join the reform-steering council, saying he sees no conflict of interest involved.

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As election looms, Myanmar trials target dissent

THARRAWADDY, Myanmar Reuters) - Every Tuesday, the moss-covered redbrick courthouse in Tharrawaddy erupts into activity for a weekly ritual: the mass trial of student protesters.

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Nation journo, politicians freed after signing agreement

The National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) Tuesday released from detention The Nation's senior reporter and two Pheu Thai politicians after getting them to sign an undertaking to desist from any move or expression of opinions opposing the junta's road map.

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Cabinet approves new Investment Promotion

The Cabinet Tuesday approved a new Investment Promotion Act that was proposed by the Board of Investment with the aim of stimulating investment by providing new incentives and tax measures.

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NRC member donates Bt1.7m remuneration

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Akra's employees seek clarity

The employees of Akra Resources and its contractors, numbering about 6,000, submitted a petition to the Department of Primary Industries and Mines, seeking clarity on the postponement of a public hearing originally scheduled for today.

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Fukushima dumps first batch of once-radioactive water in sea

TOKYO (AFP) - Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear plant Monday began releasing previously contaminated water into the sea, but the man tasked with preventing another meltdown warned other highly radioactive fluid still stored on site could pose a major threat.

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Australia to swear in new prime minister Turnbull

CANBERRA (AFP) - Multi-millionaire former banker Malcolm Turnbull was to be sworn in as Prime Minister of Australia on Tuesday, just hours after masterminding a coup against conservative leader Tony Abbott and pledging a new style of leadership.

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Bomb mastermind 'in Turkey'

Top suspect changed travel itinerary on his way to Istanbul, Prawut says; uncertaintly over trio arrested in Malaysi

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Groups call for release of senior 'Nation' reporter

MEDIA GROUPS called yesterday for the immediate release of senior Nation reporter Pravit Rojanaphruk, who is being held by the National Council for Peace and Order.

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Stop lobbying for seats on new reform body: PM

PRIME Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday there have been attempts to lobby him to include certain people on the new National Reform Council but he vowed to block them from joining the body.

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Bridge demolition causes snarl-up

WITH the overpass at Kasetsart University (KU) intersection being demolished, motorists who need to travel via that area suffered painfully slow traffic during yesterday's morning rush hour.

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Man gets death for child's rape, murder on train

The Appeals Court yesterday upheld the lower court's death sentence for child killer Wanchai Saengkhao.

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The Nation's letter to NCPO chief

Pertaining to the detention of our senior reporter Pravit Rojanaphruk, who was "invited" by the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) to report himself on Sunday and detained without proper charges, The Nation demands that he be released as soon as possible.

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Thailand's fishing compliance over 80% completed

Thailand has taken actions on more than 80 per cent of the items required to ensure compliance to the European Union (EU) regulations on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUU), according to the Fisheries Department.

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FCCT demands Nation's reporter release

The Foreign Correspondents' Club of Thailand Monday expressed concern over the military's detention of The Nation's senior reporter Pravit Rojanapruk and demanded his immediate release.

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TJA calls on NCPO to release Nation's reporter

The Thai Journalists Association Monday called on on the National Council for Peace and Order to release the detained journalist.

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Free SkyTrain ride on Bangkok Car Free Day

Bangkok commuters can ride SkyTrain of the Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company Limited ( BTSC ) free of charge on the Bangkok Car Free Day 2015 on September 20 if they carry a bicycle along.

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NCPO claims Pravit's detention justified

The National Council for Peace and Order Monday defended the detention of The Nations' reporter Pravit Rojanaphruk, saying he had disseminated information in a way that was not in accordance with the guideline for keeping peace and order.

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Nation demands immediate release of reporter

The Nation newspaper on Monday called on the National Council for Peace and Order to immediately release its senior reporter, Pravit Rojanaphruk, after he was "invited" then detained by the military on Sunday afternoon.

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What's in a name? Thais avoid linking Uighurs to Bangkok blast

BANGKOK (AFP) - The police investigation into the Bangkok shrine blast increasingly points towards a game-changing attack on Chinese tourists by Uighur militants or sympathisers, analysts say -- but Thailand and Beijing are loath to admit it.

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Malaysia arrests three in Bangkok bombing probe: police

KUALA LUMPUR (AFP) - Malaysian police have arrested three people -- a Pakistani man and two Malaysians -- as part of investigations into last month's deadly Bangkok bombing, the national police chief was reported saying Monday.

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Prayut off to the UN 'so world knows him better'

To discuss sufficiency economy, the current political situation in Thailand : spokesman

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Three women detained over possible link to Sathorn bomber

A combined force yesterday searched a female-only apartment complex in Bangkok's Din Daeng area and detained three women for questioning.

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Thai pilgrim killed in crane tragedy, two missing

A THAI pilgrim was confirmed to have been killed while two others remain missing after a construction crane collapsed amid stormy weather at the Grand Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia on Friday, Culture Minister Vira Rojpojchanarat said yesterday.

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Tough blow for rice farmers already in debt

If cabinet decides to block water for off-seasoncrop 'it would hit us hard'

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Chaturon: Over-criticising the NCPO cost me my passports

CHATURON Chaisaeng, former education minister and senior Pheu Thai Party executive, was back in the news when his passports were recently revoked for criticising the government, particularly Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha, head of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO).

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Warrant issued for bomb 'mastermind'

Police reject reports he had flown to China; Also deny rumours that bomber and another man were nabbed near Malaysia border

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French ambassador's residence open to public next Sunday

Every year, the European Heritage Days introduce visitors to the architectural richness and diversity of the most prestigious public buildings which are open just for this occasion.

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Critics warn constitution crisis looms

'Cycle of charter rejections may keep the junta in power'

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2 Thais injured in Mecca crane tragedy

TWO Thais were among 238 Muslims injured when a construction crane collapsed amid stormy weather at the Grand Mosque of Mecca in Saudi Arabia on Friday, Culture Minister Vira Rojpojchanarat said yesterday.

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Stolen diamond in suspect's tummy: police

TWO Chinese nationals accused of stealing a Bt10-million diamond from a jewellery fair were taken to Nonthaburi Provincial Court by police yesterday to get permission to detain them.

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Govt rejects HRW's criticism for detention of politicians

A GOVERNMENT official yesterday shrugged off a call by a foreign rights group for the release of politicians held in military detention for criticising the government.

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On the trail of the dessert disciples

Ratchaprasong celebrates sweetness with the High Tea Jubilee festival

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Crane collapse kills 107 at Mecca's Grand Mosque ahead of hajj

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (AFP) - A massive construction crane crashed into Mecca's Grand Mosque in stormy weather on Friday, killing at least 107 people and injuring 238, Saudi authorities said, days before the annual hajj pilgrimage.

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Singapore ruling party stages crushing election win

SINGAPORE (AFP) - Singapore's ruling People's Action Party (PAP) extended 56 years in power on Saturday after sweeping to victory in a snap election that dashed hopes of a two-party system emerging in the city-state.

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Arrest warrant issued as accused skips ruling

AN ARREST warrant was issued for Noppawan Tangudomsuk, who has been charged with lese majeste, after she failed to show up for a Supreme Court verdict yesterday.

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Thai silk cocoon vests can 'catch bullets'

A KHON KAEN University researcher and a weaver from the Northeast have successfully developed what has been labelled the world's first silk-cocoon bulletproof vest.

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Murder of Britons - DNA on weapon does not match that of suspects

DNA found on the weapon allegedly used to kill two Britons on the Thai island of Koh Tao last year did not match those of the defendants currently on trial, a forensics expert said in court yesterday, dealing a blow to the prosecution case.

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AMLO finds money trail

Probe reveals that overseas remittances helped suspect buy bomb materials

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Bangladesh on 'bomb chief's trail'

Suspected mastermind flew to Dhaka one day before blast

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Good clauses from previous charters can be used : Abhisit

DEMOCRAT Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva says the new constitution drafters should include good clauses from the rejected constitutional draft and even use clauses from the two previous charters.

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Aviation safety command hub welcomed

THE GOVERNMENT has set up a Command Centre for Resolving Civil Aviation Issues (CRCA) to speed up implementation of corrective measures in compliance with the International Civil Aviation Organisation.

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Selfie leads police to wanted murderer

Thanks to a selfie, police yesterday were finally able to nab a man wanted for a murder he committed in 2002.

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13 Thai firms in DJSI

Thirteen companies listed in the Stock Exchange of Thailand have been chosen for inclusion in the 2015 Dow Jones Sustainability Index.

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Chinese pair nabbed over stolen diamond

TWO Chinese have been arrested for allegedly stealing a diamond worth over Bt10 million from the Bangkok Gems & Jewellery Fair.

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Malaysia's Mahathir in cameo for sci-fi nationalist movie

Kuala Lumpur (dpa) - Malaysia's long time former ruler Mahathir Mohamad is making his acting debut in a cameo for a historical science-fiction film.

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No match for DNA on Koh Tao murder weapon, expert says

Bangkok (dpa) - DNA found on the weapon allegedly used to kill two Britons on the Thai island of Koh Tao last year did not match those of the defendants currently on trial, a forensics expert said in court Friday, dealing a blow to the prosecution case.

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Thai blast mastermind left Dhaka after 2 weeks

The mastermind behind the fatal bomb blast in Bangkok had arrived in Bangladesh a day before the August 17 blast and left for China after two weeks, police said today.

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Border cops under fire over graft accusations

SHRINE BLAST SUSPECT CLAIMS HE BRIBED THAI IMMIGRATION POLICE MANY TIMES

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Pheu Thai urges NCPO to release critics of the junta

PRAYUT SAYS HE WILL DETAIN MORE DISSENTERS AND TAPE THEIR MOUTHS SHUT

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New CDC members to be selected before Prayut heads to UN session

PRIME MINISTER Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday that the complete roster for new 21-member Constitution Drafting Committee would be ready by September 22, the day before he leaves to attend a United Nations meeting.

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Society 'must reach out to cut suicides'

Minister worries over social media link to people taking their own lives

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Cabinet gets NRC proposals on boosting bureaucratic efficiency

THE CABINET has acknowledged the proposals of the now-defunct National Reform Council (NRC) on improving the efficiency and quality of the bureaucracy, which include suggestions for a principal law to push forward reform of the bureaucracy plus amendments to some 17 laws and regulations concerning public administration.

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Pichai summoned by junta for attitude adjustment

Former energy minister Pichai Naripthapan has been summoned by National Council for Peace and Order for attitude adjusting after he was seen making public comments to discredit the government and NCPO, NCPO spokesman Col Winthai Suvari said Thursday.

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Chinese Premier Li sees 'painful and treacherous' economic transition

BEIJING (AFP) - Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said Thursday that change in the world's second-largest economy is fraught with difficulties and uncertainty, but sought to reassure an international audience that the country does not threaten the global economy.

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Dhaka help sought to track down mastermind

Police say mastermind fled to Bangladesh a day before shrine blast; Amlo looking into fund movement

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Prayut vows to keep his hands off new charter

Says his role in drafting would raise doubts; prawit suggests 'transitional provisions

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Cabinet secretariat to decide on Thaksin's royal decorations

The Secretariat of the Cabinet will decide whether to revoke royal decorations conferred on fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, after he was stripped of his police lieutenant colonel rank on Saturday, national police chief Pol General Somyot Poompanmuang said yesterday.

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Thai state 'determined' to resolve South unrest

THE government is determined to solve the unrest in the deep South from all dimensions, including the Malaysia-facilitated peace talks with separatist groups, Colonel Banphot Phunphian, spokesperson for the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc), said yesterday.

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First draft to be announced in October

THE INFORMATION and Communications Technology Ministry will officially announce the first draft of the 2016-20 National Digital Economy Master Plan early next month and will complete the draft by the end of the year.

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USA Alumni Fair 2015

The second annual "USA Alumni Fair 2015" is being held on Sunday from noon to 4pm at the InterContinental Bangkok's fourth-floor Pinnacle Hall, (BTS Chit Lom, Exit 1), the US Embassy has announced.

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His Majesty congratulates Queen Elizabeth II

His Majesty the King of Thailand has congratulated Queen Elizabeth II for becoming the longest reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.

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Mega Mekong expo opens Thursday

VIETNAM and the Mekong region's largest travel exhibition - the International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2015) - will be held from tomorrow to Saturday at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre.

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Thailand draw with Iraq after dramatic comeback

Thailand staged a remarkable fightback to snatch a 2-2 home draw with 2007 Asian Cup winners Iraq, which kept them at the top of World Cup qualifying Group F.

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Bomb suspects to face trial in civilian criminal courts: PM

Legal process need to meet international standards; ministry estimates cost of blast

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Farmers told to brace for water scarcity

Advised to dig ponds for rainwater as dam water will be channeled for taps

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NSRRC 'turned Democrats off draft'

THE INCLUSION of the National Strategic Reform and Reconciliation Committee (NSRRC) in the draft charter was the main reason the Democrat Party rejected the draft, fearing it would stir conflict in society, said Soracha Weerachartwattana, former Democrat MP for Samut Prakan province.

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Garbage collector dies in Pattani shootout

A municipality garbage collector was shot dead in Pattani's Panare district yesterday morning. The attackers fled with the victim's bag containing cash and a .38 pistol.

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Nation U hosts Asian Media Schools meet

NATION University Tuesday kicked off a two-day conference of the Alliance of Asian Media Schools (AMS) to further strengthen bonds among universities offering courses on media in Asia. The meeting, sponsored by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS), is being held at Nation University's Lampang campus.

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Thai companies lead Asean in CG

Thailand was ranked at the top of Asean Corporate Goverance Scorecard 2014 assessment for the third consecutive year, demonstrating growth in leaps and bounds.

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Overwhelming interest for "Sustainable Home"

The National Housing Authority has received bookings for 17,707 housing units under the newly-launched "Sustainable Home" project.

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Final call for first-car buyers

A number of 111,465 individuals seeking tax rebates under the first-car buyer scheme must take delivery of their vehicles by the end of this month, or lose the tax benefit.

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British man blacklisted in plagiarism spat freed

A British academic who accused a Thai official of plagiarism, and whose name later showed up on a national security blacklist as a potential danger to society, said on Tuesday he had been freed after being held for four days at a Bangkok airport.

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Rich countries are not ready as SDG models: Study

New York (dpa) - Most of the world's richest countries are no where near achieving the new UN development goals that will soon be set for the next 15 years, making it hard for them to serve as models for less developed countries, according to a study published Tuesday.

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Thongchai, Lahiri delight at Presidents Cup first

LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri and Thailand's Thongchai Jaidee expressed delight on Monday after confirming their spots in the International team to face the United States in the Presidents Cup, the first time the two countries have been represented in the Ryder-Cup style tournament.

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His Majesty's condition improves

His Majesty's condition has improved, with blood pressure returning to a stable level and fever reducing close to normal level after treatment at Siriraj Hospital, the Royal Household Bureau said on Monday.

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Wissanu outlines timeline set for lead-up to 2017 general election

THE NEXT general election is expected to be held by June 2017, after formation of a new constitution drafting committee (CDC) early next month, Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said yesterday.

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Prayut invokes Article 44 on Thaksin to protect monarchy

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said yesterday that the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) had decided to rely on Article 44 to revoke fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra's police rank in order to protect the royal institution from negative political repercussions.

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UK academic held at airport amid blacklist controversy

Pol Maj Gen Suvitchpol Imjairat, head of Immigration at Suvarnabhumi Airport, confirmed yesterday that a British academic Wyn Ellis was being held at the airport's detention centre because his name was officially blacklisted.

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NRC no-voters face complaint

A COMPLAINT has been filed against National Reform Council (NRC) members who voted against the draft charter on grounds that they voted "no" because of conflicts of interest.

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His Majesty's condition improves

His Majesty's condition has improved, with blood pressure returning to a stable level and fever reducing close to normal level after treatment at Siriraj Hospital, the Royal Household Bureau said on Monday.

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Retail NGV price hikes effective Tuesday

The Energy Policy Administration Committee has raised the retail NGV price for personal vehicles by 50 satang per kilogramme to Bt13.50 per kilogramme and kept the retail NGV price for public transport - buses, taxis and vans - at Bt10 per kilogramme.

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Somyot orders strengthening of immigration rules

The national police chief on Monday ordered immigration police to intensify screening of foreigners coming and out following confirmed reports that suspects involving in the deadly bomb attack entered the country through Sa Kaew checkpoint.

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Sa Kaew suspect identifies mastermind of Bangkok blasts

A bomb suspect who was arrested in Sa Kaew has told investigators that the mastermind of the Bangkok bomb attacks left the kingdom one day before the Erawan Shrine blast.

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Meteor startles Bangkok, provokes social media rumours

Bangkok (dpa) - A fireball seen over Bangkok during Monday morning rush hour panicked locals and prompted social media rumours.

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HK photographer allowed to leave Thailand, still faces charges

BANGKOK (AFP) - A Thai court on Monday said a Hong Kong photographer detained for carrying a bullet proof jacket and helmet was free to leave the country, although he still could face five years in jail on a weapons charge.

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Facing jail for sedition, Thai student protesters refuse to back down

BANGKOK (AFP) - Bas strums a guitar in a high-rise flat in a working-class Bangkok neighbourhood, his thoughts flitting between the new term at university and the prospect of seven years in jail.

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PM sees funny side as student makes protest during speech

Boy, 18, handed to police but later released without charge

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Bangkok's amazing new art gallery

Fun and adventuresome, CityCity aims to get more people interested in contemporary art

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Borwornsak hints at pressure from above after 'no' vote

CDC chief says he won't work on writing charter again; others deny being lobbied

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Charter draft rejection not a worry for the private sector

The private sector has pointed out that the failure of the National Reform Commission (NRC) to approve the draft charter would not negatively impact confidence in trade and investment in the country.

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Police check on money sent from Turkey

Police are checking reports that money was transferred from Turkey to Thailand for the recent bombs in Bangkok.

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PM defends use of Article 44 on Thaksin

Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha justified his decision to enforce Article 44 of the interim charter to strip fugitive former premier Thaksin ShInawatra of his police rank by saying it was meant to reduce the burden on the monarch.

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Bangkok's amazeing new art gallery

Fun and adventuresome, CityCity aims to get more people interested in contemporary art

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Thousands of refugees receive warm welcome in Germany

MUNICH, Germany (AFP) - Germany on Sunday readied for hundreds more refugees to arrive from Hungary via Austria, a day after thousands were greeted, often by volunteers holding signs that read "Welcome to Germany".

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Tentative political timeline after the charter draft voted down

By October 6, 2015: A new charter drafting team is set up by the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO). It will have 180 days to draft a new constitution.

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Phongthep thanks NRC for rejecing draft charter

Phue Thai key leader Phongthep Thepkanjana Sunday thanked the National Reform Council (NRC) members who voted down the charter draft for the sake of the country.

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Phongthpe thanks NRC for rejecing draft charter

Phue Thai key leader Phongthep Thepkanjana Sunday thanked the National Reform Council (NRC) members who voted down the charter draft for the sake of the country.

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Thaworn says draft rejection not surprising

Thaworn Senneam, deputy chairman of People's Democratic Reform Foundation (PDRF), said he was not surprised with the rejection of the charter draft by the National Reform Council (NRC).

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Hardline monks claim victory as Myanmar Muslims face poll exclusion

MANDALAY, Myanmar (AFP) - With a smile, Myanmar's most notorious Buddhist monk boasts of the sleepless nights he endures on his self-appointed quest against the country's Muslims -- one that he claims has helped strip voting rights from hundreds of thousands of the religious minority.

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NRC votes down draft charter Sunday

The National Reform Council (NRC) on Sunday killed the draft of the country's 20th Constitution.

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D-day for new Constitution

The National Reform Council (NRC) is scheduled to vote on the new charter draft today at 10am.

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Charter on thin ice

Leaked list of names shows majority of NRC members intend to vote 'No' today

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'No' voices get louder as NRC set to decide on fate of draft charter today

THE NATIONAL Reform Council's 247 members have the important task of voting on the charter today. Over the past few weeks, the public has heard divisive voices with those opposing the charter stepping out more often to make themselves heard. As of today, it seems a neck-and-neck situation.

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Thailand apologises to Laos over football final drama

A GROUP of Thai supporters arrested in Laos for causing disturbance during Thailand's football match against Vietnam on Friday night were released yesterday after spending a night in detention.

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Order by NCPO chief strips Thaksin of police rank

GENERAL Prayut Chan-o-cha yesterday issued an order as head of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) to revoke ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra's police rank.

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Larger than life

Meerkats, sheep and a supersized dog take over a downtown Bangkok shopping mall

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Prayut orders stripping of Thaksin's police rank

General Prayut Chanocha Saturday issued an order as head of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) to revoke ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra's police rank.

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Strict measures in place to tackle human trafficking: Anupong

Interior Minister Anupong Paojinda Saturday revealed that concrete measures have been put in place to suppress human-trafficking crimes in Thailand and vowed to uphold international standards to help Thailand get out of Tier 3 of the United States' Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report.

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BKK governor's mother dies

Mom Dusdi Paribatra Na Ayudhya, the mother of Bangkok Governor Mom Rajawongse Sukhumbhand Paribatra, died early Saturday morning at age 91.

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Top court finds Noppadon innocent over World Heritage listing affair

THE SUPREME Court's Criminal Division for Political Office Holders yesterday acquitted former foreign minister Noppadon Pattama of malfeasance in office over the signing of a joint statement to support the World Heritage inscription of the Preah Vihear Hindu temple in 2008.

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Chaturon to detail 'gagging tactics'

FORMER education minister and senior Pheu Thai executive Chaturon Chaisang has vowed to detail what he claims are the various measures the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) has employed to stop him criticising its leader, Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha, and the government.

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Referendum clause is clear, Wissanu says

A CONSTITUTIONAL COURT verdict may be sought to determine if the result of the upcoming referendum on the draft charter should take into account voters who turn out or all eligible voters, Deputy Premier Wissanu Krea-ngam has said.

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Din Daeng flats 'an earthquake risk'

Engineers Institute begins 4month study on safety of these notoriously old blocks

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Historic sites to provide information via smartphones for tourists

YOU can now swipe your smart phones to read quick-response codes on tourist banners to find out essential information about key attractions.

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Luang Prabang temple wins Award of Merit

Xieng Thong Temple in Luang Prabang province has won an Award of Merit, one of 12 to be announced under the 2015 UNESCO AsiaPacific Heritage Award scheme.

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More women to compete in Myanmar election

Among 6,189 candidates registered for the November 8 election, about 800 of them are female, according to the Union Election Commission (UEC).

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Indonesia dumps plans for high-speed rail line: ambassador

JAKARTA (AFP) - Indonesia has unexpectedly dumped much-vaunted plans for its first high-speed railway in favour of a slower and cheaper rail option, in a blow to Japan and China who have been fiercely competing to win the construction job.

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Jokowi to announce bullet train investor

President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo is set to announce which investor will be chosen to build Indonesia's first high-speed railway following the submission of the Office of the Coordinating Economic Minister's final recommendation.

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Turkey awaits answers

Embassy reacts to arrest of suspects; police chief does not consider blasts terrorist attacks

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Chaturon's passport fate will hit others, Prayut warns

Foreign minister demands answers from Foreign Ministry on passport revocation

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DNA tests give foreigner hope for baby custody

A GAY foreigner embroiled in a battle for custody of a baby believes his chance of taking his daughter, who was born through paid surrogacy, back to their family in Spain is brighter after the egg donor came forward.

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Udon Thani hospital chief named 'best rural doctor'

Dr Kangwan's 31 years of devoted service helps him beat 15 other contenders

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Wissanu breaks down scheme legal process

The fact-finding process of the rice-pledging scheme's legal process will be completed by the beginning of next year at the latest, said Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam.

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Bangkok taxi users spared fare increase

Taxi passengers should be happy after Transport Minister Akom Termpitayapaisit Thursday put the brakes on another fare increase in Bangkok.

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Prayut hints Thais should accept charter draft

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has dropped a hint that he wanted Thais to accept the charter draft that the National Reform Council will vote on this Sunday.

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Turkey seeks clarifications over bomb case

Turkey is seeking clarifications from Thailand over reports alleging Turkish link in the recent Bangkok bombings.

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Switzerland freezes assets of troubled Malaysia fund

GENEVA (AFP) - Swiss authorities said Thursday they had frozen tens of millions of dollars in assets as part of an investigation into Malaysia's troubled state investment fund, 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB).

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Prayut seeks royal command for revocation of Thaksin's police rank

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Thursday that he had signed his name to endorse the police decision to strip former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra of his rank of police lieutenant-colonel.

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Pheu Thai's Chaturon in the dark as his passports are revoked

THE TWO passports belonging to former education minister and senior Pheu Thai Party politician Chaturon Chaisaeng were revoked yesterday without the passport holder being informed about it.

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Prawit heads to China, rules out talks on blasts

Arrest warrant issued for husband of Thai suspect; Turkey's embassy awaits confirmation on nationality of arrested duo

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Plea for emergency trial in Billy case rejected by court

THE SUPREME Court yesterday dismissed a petition to hold an emergency trial to find Karen human-rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen, who disappeared in April 2014.

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Everybody can express views on charter draft: Wissanu

PEOPLE who oppose the draft charter can also hold a press conference to air their differences, Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said yesterday.

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Cabinet okays project to put power lines under ground

The Cabinet on Tuesday approved the project have electrical wires and power lines run under the ground along Bangkok's 39 routes covering 127.3 kilometers.

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All international observers welcomed to Myanmar election: UEC

Yangon - The Union Election Commission (UEC) announced today that it is open for an unlimited number of international observers in the upcoming election.

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Warrants issued for eight suspects so far in shrine bombing

Eight arrest warrants have now been issued by a court following the Erawan Shrine and Sathon Pier bomb attacks, while two suspects are under under military custody.

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Court rejects plea for emergency trial in Billy's case

THE SUPREME Court Wednesday dismissed the petition to hold an emergency trial to find Karen human-rights activist Porlajee "Billy" Rakchongcharoen, who disappeared in April 2014.

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Pregnant Aussie's tendons severed in 'shark attack'

PHUKET: The pregnant Queenslander who was attacked in the shallow waters of Phuket, by what experts believe was most likely a shark, will remain in the care of doctors for several more days.

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Second suspect's fingerprints match bomb-making materials : police

The fingerprints of a foreign man arrested on Tuesday over the deadly Bangkok blast match those found on bomb-making items discovered at a flat over the weekend in Nong Chok district.

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Prawit leaves for China

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwan left for China Wednesday morning.

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Arrested man 'may be bomber'

2nd foreigner nabbed at Thai-Cambodia border; warrants issued for three more

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Malaysian police to question ex-PM Mahathir over rally comments

KUALA LUMPUR (AFP) - Former Malaysian premier Mahathir Mohamad will be questioned over statements he made at massive weekend demonstrations held to demand current Prime Minister Najib Razak's ouster over corruption allegations, police said Wednesday.

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Court acquits two journalists

TWO JOURNALISTS from the Phuketwan news-site were acquitted yesterday in a defamation case over a 2013 report implicating the Navy of involvement in the trafficking of Rohingya.

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PM says he'll deal with Thaksin rank issue

Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha said he has received a recommendation from the national police to strip fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra of his police rank - but has yet to sign it.

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Vote for draft charter, Suthep urges

Claims it will drive country forward, downplay's Democrat Party's opposition

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Fishermen protest against strict control measures

WITH thousands of fishing vessels docked in the south and eastern regions yesterday, the president of the Fisheries Association of Thailand said fishermen were being severely

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SME stimulus 'within 1-2 weeks'

THE SECOND PHASE of the government's latest economic stimulus package, aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises, will begin in a week or two, while the third phase aimed at wooing foreign investors will be initiated via a roadshow in three months' time, said Somkid Jatusripitak, the deputy prime minister in charge of the economy.

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I alone will deal with Thaksin rank issue, says PM

Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha said he has received a recommendation from the national police to strip ousted and fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra of his police rank - but has yet to sign it.

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Too soon to say if new suspect in detention is bomber : police spokesman

Police spokesman Pol Gen Prawut Thavornsiri said on Tuesday the man arrested in Sa Kaew province is an important suspect in the deadly bomb blast in Bangkok last month.

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TK Park launches free online library

Thailand Knowledge Park (TK Park) has launched the "TK Public Online Library" - first of its kind in Thailand - which provides online access to ebooks, audio books, newspapers and magazines.

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Cabinet approves Bt130-bn stimulus package: Somkid

The Cabinet Tuesday approved a Bt130-billion worth stimulus package, Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak said.

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In praise of the 'Chantaboon' model

Thailand wins Unesco Order of Merit for conversion of historic inn in Chanthaburi

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Erawan Shrine bomb suspect arrested: PM

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said the Erawan Shrine bomb suspect has been arrested.

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TK Park launches TK Public Online Library

Thailand Knowledge Park (TK Park) launches "TK Public Online Library" - first of its kind in Thailand that offers public eBooks, audiobooks, newspapers and magazines online.

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Boxing orangutans a throwback as Thailand warms to animal rights

BANGKOK (AFP) - Boxing gloves raised, two orangutans enter a ring at a Thai zoo, a spectacle that fascinates locals and foreigners alike but sits increasingly at odds in a nation slowly embracing animal welfare.

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Suthep urges supporters to vote for draft charter

The charter draft is good enough for people to vote in its favour in the expected referendum, former politician Suthep Thaugsuban said today in his capacity as president of the People's Democratic Reform Foundation (PDRF).

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Journalists acquitted in Thai navy defamation trial

PHUKET, Thailand, Sept 1, 2015 (AFP) - Two journalists, including an Australian editor, were found not guilty of criminal defamation by a Thai court on Tuesday, their lawyer said, over a report implicating the kingdom's navy in human trafficking.

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Phuketwan journalists escape conviction for defaming navy

Bangkok (dpa) - Two journalists charged with defaming the Thai navy have their case dismissed.

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Wanted woman 'in Turkey'

Thai woman flew out of Phuket in July; bomb materials found in flat she rented, police say; relative claims she will return to deny any role in blasts

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NLA to consider referendum question on Sept 8

The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) will on September 8 vote on the option of adding an additional question to the planned referendum, NLA whip s Seree Suwanphanont revealed today.

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Wissanu warns of political strife in wake of draft charter, election

THE GOVERNMENT is concerned that political troubles might arise ahead of the charter referendum and could intensify afterwards, driven by a combination of factors, Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam conceded yesterday.

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Case on rice-subsidy scheme starts badly for Yingluck

Court rejects two petitions; concern over mass of files from prosecutions

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New TAT chief urged to drive tourism forward

YUTHASAK SUPASORN, the new governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), is urged to rush rebuilding tourist confidence ahead of the high season and to work closer with the private sector.

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