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Biometric checks for new SIM cards begin Dec 15
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 07/11/2017
» The telecom regulator will introduce biometric checks nationwide for mobile telephone users who register their SIM cards from Dec 15 in a bid to stamp out fraudulent electronic transactions.
'Toon' raises 47 million baht on day one of his run
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 03/11/2017
» On the first day his 2,191-kilometre charity run, Kongmalai, aka "Toon Bodyslam" ran 55.55 kilometres and raised over 47.2 million baht.
Final cremation ceremonies begin (Updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 26/10/2017
» The royal cremation of the late King is under way Thursday, culminating in a year of preparations for the grand, solemn event that unites the country in their bereavement and remembrance of a monarch who gave his all for the country.
King voices concern over mourners' comfort and safety
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 25/10/2017
» His Majesty the King has requested measures be taken to ensure the public is safe and well cared for during the royal cremation ceremony for the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej tomorrow.
Flood waters to be emptied out to sea in 7 days – if...
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 19/10/2017
» The government has set a deadline for the Royal Irrigation Department (RID) to push massive amounts of runoff from the North out to sea – seven days, assuming there are no further torrential rains.
Dam discharges increase flood threat, but Bangkok likely to escape (Updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 11/10/2017
» The government on Tuesday increased discharges from dams in the Central Plains and the Northeast and warned people in low-lying areas in the regions of upcoming floods while Bangkok remained safe despite concerns.
Funeral procession crowds limited to 40,000
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 05/10/2017
» Areas surrounding Sanam Luang can accommodate up to 250,000 people. However, only around 40,000 people will be able to watch the royal processions from designated areas
Trump welcomes PM to White House, saying ties are strong
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 03/10/2017
» Donald Trump welcomed Thai junta leader chief Prayut Chan-O-Cha to the White House on Monday, hailing his country's "long and very storied history with Thailand."
Bali's Mt Agung "could erupt at any time"
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 29/09/2017
» Nearly 135,000 people on the Indonesian island of Bali have left their homes after warnings the Mount Agung volcano could erupt at any time, officials said late on Thursday.
Hunt for Yingluck begins (Updated Thursday)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 28/09/2017
» A fresh manhunt has begun for former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra after she was found guilty in absentia of negligence in overseeing a failed rice subsidy scheme and sentenced to five years in prison