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05/02-2012, Klokken: 14:33:00 GMT Rangoon - Burma will introduce an electronic visa application system next month to facilitate visits to the once isolated state, news reports said Sunday. Two defence volunteers killed in Yala ambush 05/02-2012, Klokken: 13:49:00 GMT Yala - Two volunteers were killed in an ambush by insurgents when they were heading to a temple to escort monks to collect alms Sunday morning. Exile-run news agency plans to open office in Burma 05/02-2012, Klokken: 11:58:00 GMT Malaysia suspends 18 football players for alleged game-fixing 05/02-2012, Klokken: 11:08:00 GMT Kuala Lumpur - Malaysian football officials have suspended 18 football players for allegedly fixing matches in the national Under-20 tournament last year, news reports said Sunday. Movies in the moonlight 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Get up close and personal with your significant other on Valentine's Day at Museum Siam and sip wine and champagne while watching films in the open air. Sweeping trade pact with India this year 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The government expects to conclude negotiations on a comprehensive economic agreement with India in the middle of this year, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said. Pracha set to give compensation details 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Justice Minister Pracha Promnok will give details next Saturday about compensation to be paid to victims of violence by security officials in the South. Piers for the past 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Bangkok's history first docked in Kadeejeen, an arrival never forgotten Rise in cases 'tied to power struggle' 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Kittisak Prokkati, a lecturer at Thammasat University's Faculty of Law, called for Parliament to approve the appointment of monarchs in the future during an interview in which he gave his perspectives on the Nitirat group's proposals involving changes to laws on lese majeste offences. In celebration of dreams 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Bangkok Fashion Society members present collections filled with grace, femininity and exciting prints Pheu Thai says does not seek change to Article 112 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Pheu Thai Party has no policy to amend Article 112 of the Criminal Code, which involves lese majeste offences, deputy party spokesman Sunisa Lerpakawat said yesterday. The boss will be impressed 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Suit Select will have you looking like you mean business in a smart yet comfortable outfit Good fortune in your cup 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Singapore, steeped in tea, is going to share its TWG Tea Salons with Thailand soon You deserve a rest 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT So head to the 99 Rest Backyard Cafe and fill your tummy under the shade trees Cute in a Klimt 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Siam Square dresses Chinese ladies like Mrs Dalloway in a clever line of outfits DSI keen to tap phones of dealers in prison 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) yesterday welcomed Deputy PM Chalerm Yoobamrung's idea to tap the phones of inmates allegedly involved with drug-trafficking rings, and may seek court permission to do this at certain prisons. Dealing with bad times 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The menageries comes down with flu and Pan Pan develops toothache Pheu Thai says does not seek change to Article 112 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Pheu Thai Party has no policy to amend Article 112 of the Criminal Code, which involves lese majeste offences, deputy party spokesman Sunisa Lerpakawat said yesterday. Capital should be moved to Northeast, top scientist says 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Dr Art-Ong Jumsai na Ayudhya, a former scientist at the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa), has called for the relocation of Thailand's capital to the Northeast. Water projects to be sped up 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Officials focusing on the viability of designated floodways; coordination at provincial level is key, says premier Border trade zone to get push from Surapong 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Foreign Minister Surapong Towichukchaikul said yesterday he will propose that Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra approve a long-shelved plan to establish a special economic zone in Tak's Mae Ramat, Mae Sot and Phop Phra districts, to prepare for the Asean Economic Community (AEC) in 2015. Robbery arrests 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Police have arrested three more suspects for the January 29 robbery at a clothing businesswoman's home in Bangkok's Sai Mai district in addition to the earlier arrest of two suspects, city police chief Pol Lt-General Winai Thongsong told a press conference yesterday. Danish ambassador to hit the road to raise safety awareness 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Besides his passion for motorcycles, Danish Ambassador to Thailand Mikael Hemniti Winther wants to demonstrate the importance he places on road safety. Water projects to be sped up 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Officials focusing on the viability of designated floodways; coordination at provincial level is key, says premier Capital should be moved to Northeast, top scientist says 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Dr Art-Ong Jumsai na Ayudhya, a former scientist at the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa), has called for the relocation of Thailand's capital to the Northeast. DSI keen to tap phones of dealers in prison 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) yesterday welcomed Deputy PM Chalerm Yoobamrung's idea to tap the phones of inmates allegedly involved with drug-trafficking rings, and may seek court permission to do this at certain prisons. Rise in cases 'tied to power struggle' 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Kittisak Prokkati, a lecturer at Thammasat University's Faculty of Law, called for Parliament to approve the appointment of monarchs in the future during an interview in which he gave his perspectives on the Nitirat group's proposals involving changes to laws on lese majeste offences. Truck driver shot dead 05/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The driver of a 10-wheel truck was shot dead yesterday in Pattani's Muang district, Pol Lieutenant Fahami Henpiya of Muang Pattani police station said yesterday. Yongyuth says compensation for southern victims not covered those killed in Tak Bai, Kruse Mosque cases 04/02-2012, Klokken: 13:49:00 GMT Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Yongyuth Wichaidit said the compensation for southern violence victims would not cover those killed during the Tak Bai district protest and Kruse Mosque shooting. Stocks soar as US unemployment falls 04/02-2012, Klokken: 12:10:00 GMT Washington - The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose Friday to its highest level since before the economic downturn after the US jobless rate fell more than expected. BOT raise growth forecast 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The economy is set to see higher growth this year, driven mainly by domestic demand after last year's floods, but downside risks remain in the growth of trading countries, the Bank of Thailand said. Money market more balanced, BOT says 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Thailand's money market is more balanced with two-way capital flows, resulting in less intervention by the central bank. Acer targets 25% revenue growth 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Acer Computer Thailand aims to increase revenue by 25 per cent this year. In particular, it will focus on its ultrabook, notebook and Acer Cloud products. Ad spending recovers 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Advertising expenditure last month bounced back better than previously estimated, recovering from the impacts of the recent massive flood, an ad agency and a television broadcaster reported. Idea floated again to invite foreign investment in train assembly plant 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The vice minister of transport will suggest that the Transport and Industry ministries jointly invite foreign investors to bid on setting up an electric-train assembly plant in Thailand to serve the development of 10 mass-transit-route projects. Meet with trade reps next week to finalise plan for 15% export growth 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Commerce Minister Boonsong Teriyaphirom is scheduled to meet with 65 overseas Thai trade representatives next Friday (Feb 10) to finalise a plan to boost export growth to 15 per cent this year amid uncertain global economic growth. A night out with Palmy 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Thai-Belgian singer packs Impact Arena as she returns to the stage after a long hiatus It doesn't get fresher 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The new Sea Market in Hua Hin will cook the day's catch just the way you like it Here's to the best 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Guitar Mag celebrates its tenth anniversary by honouring its favourite musicians If you want to be ignored 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Cheer or complain all you want about the prime-time soap operas on Channel 5. AAPICO near full capacity 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Auto-parts manufacturer Aapico Hitech plans to return to full capacity before the end of this month in preparation for the launch of new eco-cars and the resumption of production by automotive companies that were hit by the floods, said its chief executive officer, Swee Chuan Yeap. Launch of Too Faced outlets fulfils Peangporn's dream 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The US-based premium-lifestyle and professional-makeup brand Too Faced is set to enter Thailand's Bt30-billion cosmetics market with the opening of its first conceptual retail outlet at CentralPlaza Lat Phrao this month. Victims of state violence in South to be compensated 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Victims of violence by security officials in the deep South and those killed or injured during political protests since 2005 will be compensated equally by the government, Deputy Prime Minister Yongyuth Wichaidit said yesterday. Rector defends Nitirat but slammed over 'gag order' 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Thammasat University rector Somkid Lertpaithoon yesterday defended the Nitirat group of law lecturers and its leader Worachet Pakeerut for seeking amendments to the lese-majeste law. Action on new ministers unlikely 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Office of the Ombudsman is unlikely to take action against two newly appointed Cabinet members for alleged moral wrongdoing because the petition against them was filed before they assumed office, Ombudsman Siracha Charoenpanij said yesterday. Govt ahead on 3 issues but behind on 2: poll 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Results of a Suan Dusit poll released yesterday show that the Yingluck Shinawatra government has outpaced, trailed behind and been on par with the Abhisit Vejjajiva administration on several different factors. Pracha puts commanders on notice over drug trafficking 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Narcotics sales among inmates to be stamped out in a year, minister vows New Benz sales chief 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Martin Schulz has been appointed vice president of sales and marketing at Mercedes-Benz (Thailand), succeeding Stephan Moebius, who has completed his assignment in the Kingdom. Bt22m earmarked to boost 'Cotton USA' awareness 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Cotton USA, the United States' cotton-marketing organisation, has budgeted Bt22 million to increase awareness of the "Cotton USA Mark" in Thailand. TrueVisions offers new channels, hack-proof set-top boxes 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT TrueVisions, a leading subscription-based television operator, will emphasise exclusive international content and locally produced programmes this year to retain customers. Revolution looms for Thai digital television 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT NBTC expects more than 100 channels to be on air in the next five years Psychology of absolute monarchy lingers: scholar 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Some Thais still relate to the monarchy institution as if they lived under an absolute monarchy, leading them to become enraged when faced with people they think want to criticise the institution, said Thammasat University political scientist Kasian Techapeera. Dam water to be released from May 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Among major policies issued yesterday after yestesday's meeting of a central government committee is that water is drained from all major dams as earlier as late May - to prevent the dams' over-capacity during the peak of rainwater volume which resulted in panic releases of water and subsequently massive flooding in the plains south of the dams, said PM's Office Minister Nivatthamrong Boonsongpaisal, a panel member. Rector defends Nitirat but slammed over 'gag order' 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Thammasat University rector Somkid Lertpaithoon yesterday defended the Nitirat group of law lecturers and its leader Worachet Pakeerut for seeking amendments to the lese-majeste law. Victims of state violence in South to be compensated 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Victims of violence by security officials in the deep South and those killed or injured during political protests since 2005 will be compensated equally by the government, Deputy Prime Minister Yongyuth Wichaidit said yesterday. Psychology of absolute monarchy lingers: scholar 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Some Thais still relate to the monarchy institution as if they lived under an absolute monarchy, leading them to become enraged when faced with people they think want to criticise the institution, said Thammasat University political scientist Kasian Techapeera. BOT raise growth forecast 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The economy is set to see higher growth this year, driven mainly by domestic demand after last year's floods, but downside risks remain in the growth of trading countries, the Bank of Thailand said. Tilt and expose 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Designed for the expert lensman, the Nikon Coolpix P7100 allows you complete control over your shots Libel warning over sharp-tongued chat robot 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Users of the SimSimi "chat robot" application who post texts deemed libellous to other persons online face prosecution, even if the offensive remarks are generated by the program, Information and Communications Technology Minister Gp Captain Anudith Nakornthap said yesterday. Revolution looms for Thai digital television 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT NBTC expects more than 100 channels to be on air in the next five years 20% of deaths in Thailand blamed 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Cancer is believed to be the No 1 killer in Thailand accounting for about 20 per cent of deaths in the country every year. In 2010 alone, 58,076 people succumbed to the disease. Van plunges into ditch killing 4, injuring 14 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT A public transport van skidded off a road and plunged into a ditch in Sukhothai yesterday killing four people and injuring 14 passengers. Nine nations urged to lift travel 04/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Foreign Ministry yesterday called on nine countries to lift their travel warnings about terror threats in Thailand. IMF mission in Tokyo 03/02-2012, Klokken: 19:51:00 GMT An International Monetary Fund mission will be in Tokyo during Feb 6-13 in light of economic challenges that immensely affect the Japanese economy. THAI board approves 7-year business strategy 03/02-2012, Klokken: 19:21:00 GMT Thai Airways International's board of directors on Friday approved the seven-year business strategy (2012-2018), which includes the decommissioning of 51 aircraft and acquisition of 56 new aircraft. 20% of deaths in Thailand blamed on cancer 03/02-2012, Klokken: 18:10:00 GMT Cancer is believed to be the No 1 killer in Thailand accounting for about 20 per cent of deaths in the country every year. In 2010 alone, 58,076 people succumbed to the disease. SET index ends up 7.28 pts, 0.67 pct 03/02-2012, Klokken: 17:54:00 GMT Thammasat rector defends Nitirat 03/02-2012, Klokken: 17:35:00 GMT Thammasat University rector Somkid Lertpaithoon Friday defended the Nitirat group of law lecturers and its leader Worachet Pakeerut over their campaign for amendment to the lese majeste law. Action on new ministers unlikely 03/02-2012, Klokken: 17:06:00 GMT The Office of the Ombudsman is unlikely to take action against two newly appointed Cabinet members for alleged moral wrongdoing because the petition against them was filed before they assumed office, Ombudsman Siracha Charoenpanij said Friday. Action on new ministers unlikely 03/02-2012, Klokken: 17:05:00 GMT The Office of the Ombudsman is unlikely to take action against two newly appointed Cabinet members for alleged moral wrongdoing because the petition against them was filed before they assumed office, Ombudsman Siracha Charoenpanij said Friday. Action on new ministers unlikely 03/02-2012, Klokken: 17:05:00 GMT The Office of the Ombudsman is unlikely to take action against two newly appointed Cabinet members for alleged moral wrongdoing because the petition against them was filed before they assumed office, Ombudsman Siracha Charoenpanij said Friday. Foreign Ministry assures 40 nations' diplomats no security threat 03/02-2012, Klokken: 16:56:00 GMT The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Friday urged the nine countries having retained their advisory against travelling to Thailand to drop the warning about possible terrorist attacks in the kingdom. Third revision brings 2011 projection down to 1% 03/02-2012, Klokken: 15:55:00 GMT The Bank of Thailand revised down its 2011 growth forecast for the third time to 1 per cent, following the historical flood losses. Dengue fever down 36 per cent in Thailand after floods 03/02-2012, Klokken: 15:39:00 GMT The number of dengue fever cases fell by more than a third last month in Thailand after last year's floods interrupted the breeding cycle of the mosquito that carries it, health officials said Friday. Thai business leaders' stress level ranked fifth in the world 03/02-2012, Klokken: 15:25:00 GMT Business leaders around the globe have a plenty of reasons for stress, but a survey show Thai business leaders lag behind only those in Greece, China, Taiwan and Vietnam in terms of stress levels. Thoresen Thai Agencies 03/02-2012, Klokken: 15:20:00 GMT Bualuang Securities Gradual earnings improvement expected HOLD (maintained) Target Price: Bt21.00 Price (02/02/12): Bt22.40 Mack Brooks Exhibitions brings Fastener Fair to Thailand 03/02-2012, Klokken: 14:55:00 GMT Mack Brooks Exhibitions brings to Thailand for the first time the renowned Fastener Fair to cater demand of cost-effective fastening and fixing solutions in Thailand and its neighboring countries, further portraying Thailand as the central hub of exhibition business in Southeast Asia and beyond. Supreme Commander: Govt should rein in Nitirat 03/02-2012, Klokken: 14:34:00 GMT The government should rein in the debate on the monarchy, Supreme Commander General Thanasak Patimaprakorn said on Friday, voicing opposition to the push by the Nitirat academic group to amend the lese majeste law. Supreme Commander: Govt should rein in Nitirat 03/02-2012, Klokken: 14:34:00 GMT The government should rein in the debate on the monarchy, Supreme Commander General Thanasak Patimaprakorn said on Friday, voicing opposition to the push by the Nitirat academic group to amend the lese majeste law. Supreme Commander: Govt should rein in Nitirat 03/02-2012, Klokken: 14:32:00 GMT The government should rein in the debate on the monarchy, Supreme Commander General Thanasak Patimaprakorn said on Friday, voicing opposition to the push by the Nitirat academic group to amend the lese majeste law. No conclusion yet on repayment period: TBA 03/02-2012, Klokken: 14:29:00 GMT The period to clear the Financial Institutions Development Fund's debt remains uncertain, as long as state-owned banks are left out, said Thai Bankers' Association Secretary General Twatchai Yongkittikul. No conclusion yet on repayment period: TBA 03/02-2012, Klokken: 14:29:00 GMT The period to clear the Financial Institutions Development Fund's debt remains uncertain, as long as state-owned banks are left out, said Thai Bankers' Association Secretary General Twatchai Yongkittikul. Global volatility leads to volatile baht 03/02-2012, Klokken: 13:59:00 GMT The Bank of Thailand attributed the current volatility of the Thai baht to sharp fluctuations of the euro against dollar. Megaupload founder's appeal for bail refused 03/02-2012, Klokken: 13:31:00 GMT Wellington - Kim Dotcom, the millionaire German founder of the file-sharing Megaupload website, saw his appeal for bail rejected Friday as he awaits an extradition hearing, news reports said. New Apple bid to stop Samsung tablet in Germany fails 03/02-2012, Klokken: 13:15:00 GMT Berlin - A new court bid in Germany by Apple to ban a tablet computer made by its rival Samsung has failed, with Munich judges ruling that Samsung's Germany-only Galaxy Tab 10.1 N model did not breach an Apple patent. Abhisit calls for spending plans on flood control 03/02-2012, Klokken: 13:11:00 GMT Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva on Friday said he was willing to drop the court battle on two financial decrees if the government could outline spending plans on flood control. Abhisit calls for spending plans on flood control 03/02-2012, Klokken: 13:09:00 GMT Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva on Friday said he was willing to drop the court battle on two financial decrees if the government could outline spending plans on flood control. Quake rocks New Zealand, but no immediate sign of damage 03/02-2012, Klokken: 13:05:00 GMT Wellington - A magnitude-5.7 earthquake rocked central New Zealand early Friday but seismologists said it was centred 200 kilometres below the earth, so was unlikely to cause damage. Hong Kong charity to make 340 million US dollars from Facebook IPO 03/02-2012, Klokken: 13:01:00 GMT Hong Kong - A Hong Kong charity looks set to make more than 340 million US dollars from the listing of the online social-networking company Facebook Inc, a news report said Friday. Comparative rating on Abhisit-Yingluck govt 03/02-2012, Klokken: 12:28:00 GMT Suan Dusit Poll, released on Friday, found the Yingluck Shinawatra government to have outpaced, trailed behind and been on par with the Abhisit Vejjajiva administration on a combination of factors. Comparative rating on Abhisit-Yingluck govt 03/02-2012, Klokken: 12:27:00 GMT Suan Dusit Poll, released on Friday, found the Yingluck Shinawatra government to have outpaced, trailed behind and been on par with the Abhisit Vejjajiva administration on a combination of factors. SET index opens up 4.33 pts, 0.40 pct 03/02-2012, Klokken: 10:14:00 GMT Owl City swoops in to conquer 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Fed up with being unable to sleep, Adam Young decided to spend his nights productively The other trap in femininity 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT My big-bodied female friend loves to overact, so she's always being teased about sounding like a katoey, much to her annoyance. The year ends now 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Postponed because of the great flood, the Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project 2011 takes place next week Glastonbury among the vines 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Incubus, Seether and Anti-Flag delight rock fans at the first Silverlake Music Festival It's tough to be the PM! 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Like her or scorn her, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra seems to be always struggling to get it right when it comes to public appearances. Young laws to protect them 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Pracha Terat, deputy permanent secretary for the Interior Ministry, said the law had to be strictly enforced to protect children from drugs as well as prohibit entertainment venues from allowing youngsters under the age of 18 from entering. Simsimi robot app too rude for some parents 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT Parents have complained to the Culture Ministry about people teaching the Simsimi robot computer application to use rude language, Culture Minister Sukumol Kunplome said yesterday. Floodwalls 'could worsen situation' 03/02-2012, Klokken: 01:00:00 GMT The Stop Global Warming Association (SGWA) is threatening to take authorities to court if they go ahead with plans to encourage the construction of floodwalls around industrial estates. |
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