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Lo Hsing Han: the life and crimes of Asia's heroin king
Spectrum, Alan Dawson, Published on 21/07/2013
» Lo Hsing Han, who was buried in Yangon last week, led three exciting lives in his 80 or so years.
Out of mind, in plain sight
Spectrum, Tunya Sukpanich, Published on 21/07/2013
» Son was a familiar figure wandering aimlessly and obviously "out of it" in Rangsit district, where he lived in a local temple. Rescue workers came to the temple in response to a call from a concerned citizen and took him for treatment at a government mental hospital, and slowly he regained his wits and memory. Son couldn't remember anything about his family but fortunately they did not forget him. Now he is safe, recuperating at his home in Chaiyaphum province. Son is one of a lucky few suffering from severe mental illness on the streets who receive attention and help. Most suffer in silence and loneliness.
Amid change, Rohingya remain Myanmar's 'elephant in the room'
Spectrum, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 21/07/2013
» Approaching the second half of his four-year term, President Thein Sein has seemingly managed to steer the country forward on the path to democratisation and reconciliation, and shown good faith in resolving several bitter issues. Early last week, his announcement in London of his government's intention to release all political prisoners and achieve reconciliation with all ethnic groups was welcomed internationally and at home. Hundreds of exiles who fled the country in separate waves since 1988 have returned to check out the new air of optimism on the ground. Problematic issues impeding the civilian parliamentarian system have been open for debate and some have been partially addressed.
They said it was suicide, but mum knew otherwise and now police must act
News, Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai, Published on 21/07/2013
» When Nittaya Salae was told by police in November her daughter had hanged herself, she accepted the police version of events that it was simply a tragedy and there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding her death.
Govt not breaching South ceasefire pact: Paradorn
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/07/2013
» National Security Council (NSC) secretary-general Paradorn Pattanatabut yesterday denied accusations that the government had breached the ceasefire deal in the deep South.
Pitak Siam sets mass anti-govt rally ultimatum
News, Published on 21/07/2013
» The anti-government Pitak Siam group has threatened to stage a mass rally on Aug 4 unless the Yingluck Shinawatra administration responds positively to its six-point demands within a week.
Big issue: Breaking the iron rice bowl
News, Published on 21/07/2013
» It all seemed so logical. With the death rate among Thais running at a steady 100%, and the number of Thais who eat rice in their lives also at 100%, there must surely be a link.
DSI seeks foreign help to track down disgraced former monk Wirapol
News, Published on 21/07/2013
» The Department of Special Investigation is seeking cooperation from 20 countries to track former monk Wirapol Sukphol after the Department of Consular Affairs revoked his passport.
Amnesty bill to be 'cleared in a day
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 21/07/2013
» The Pheu Thai Party-backed amnesty bill will be deliberated in the House of Representatives on Aug 7, the party said yesterday.
EC puts hold on officials' pay rise bid
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 21/07/2013
» A pay rise demand from provincial election officials has been met with a lukewarm response from the Election Commission.