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More strife looms
POLITICS -The junta would be granted immunity from prosecution and unelected individuals allowed to become prime minister under a preliminary draft of a new constitution seen on Friday.- COMMENT
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Bonanza sits on ‘land for poor’
GENERAL -Authorities say the Bonanza Resort's racetrack has encroached on 110 rai of forest and Sor Por Kor agricultural reform land.- COMMENT
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Playing by new rules
POLITICS -Gen Prayut says draft charter contains the "new rules" the country needs, and warns against passing judgement without having enough information.- COMMENT
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Political connection
CRIME -The national police chief claims there is enough evidence to implicate a political group in the car-bombing of Central Festival Samui, but arrest warrants will have to wait.- COMMENT
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Bright future ahead
POLITICS -The future of Thailand is bright and sustainable thanks to the groundwork and reform initiated by this government, according to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.- COMMENT
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Volunteer spirit
Volunteers for military service increased more than 10% this year, accounting for nearly 44% of the year’s total intake.BY ONLINE REPORTERS- COMMENT
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Bangkok Post rebuts CJR falsehoods
The following statement by Bangkok Posteditor Pichai Chuensuksawadi addresses at length a libellous and inaccurate article in the Columbia Journalism Review.BY PICHAI CHUENSUKSAWADI- COMMENT
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SPECIAL REPORT
The fall of Phnom Penh
AFP
Today, Cambodia marks the 40th anniversary of the day Pol the Khmer Rouge emptied Phnom Penh, marching its 2 million residents out of the city, most never to return.
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OPINION
KONG RITHDEEGoing missing a fate darker than death
To disappear is worse than to die, because death is at least a form of closure, or at least an answer.18 Apr 2015 at 06:15
BJORN LOMBORGProtecting biodiversity makes for great investments
Biodiversity — the range of species we share our planet with — is important, but can we put a value on it?18 Apr 2015 at 06:15
No democracy, no loss
A bit of advice for two contributors, Khun Colin Roth, of “Faux democracy rules”, and Kuldeep Nagi...18 Apr 2015 at 06:15
GENERAL NEWS
A DAY IN PHOTOS
A vegetable seller, a crime re-enactment, one of Mr Thailand 2015 contestants and killing fields memorial are today's featured events.POLITICS
Prayut vows to stand down if draft charter approved
Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha on Friday insisted he has no intention of clinging on to power, saying elections will be held if the constitution is approved.- COMMENT
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CDC to hear proposals for draft charter changes
Playing by new rules
Bright future ahead
ASEAN
Index halts Myanmar projects
Index Creative Village Plc, Thailand’s largest event organiser, has temporarily suspended its Myanmar projects due to stricter licensing requirements by that country’s government.- COMMENT
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Australia 'returning asylum-seekers to Vietnam'
Philippine Airlines' parent returns to profitability
World's-worst Jakarta traffic faces 10 more years of gridlock
WORLD
Intense Yemen bombing, Qaeda attack after UN peace call
SANAA - UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon called for international action to end the Saudi-led air campaign on Huthi rebels as intense bombing hit Yemen again Friday and Al-Qaeda seized...- COMMENT
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UN says 'differences' emerge in Libya peace talks
Terror arrests in Australia over planned ANZAC Day attack
US piles pressure on Athens as Greek crisis roils markets
SPORTS
Kwiatkowski main challenge to Gilbert at Amstel
MAASTRICHT (NETHERLANDS) - Reigning champion Philippe Gilbert faces stiff competition as he bids for a fourth victory in the Amstel Gold race on Sunday.- COMMENT
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Shark attacks shake surfing paradise, Reunion
Police United target return to TPL for Attaphol
Kiradech keeps pressure on Uihlein
LEARNING ENGLISH FROM NEWS
British royal baby name betting
Prince William and his wife Kate's second baby will be a girl, bookmakers predicted Thursday, with Alice tipped as the most likely name for Britain's new royal baby.- COMMENT
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Luxury Golf resort targeted in new land probe
"Thumbs up" or "Thumbs down"?
What's new in business news: April 17, 2015 (video)
BUSINESS NEWS
LOCAL MARKET
FPO pins hopes on shipments
The government is banking on exports to help boost the struggling economy.
WICHIT CHANTANUSORNSIRI
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Export recovery expected in Q2
Deputy Prime Minister MR Pridiyathorn Devakula is more upbeat about economic prospects in the second quarter...- COMMENT
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EPAC agrees to cut in Oil Fund collection
Energy policymakers have agreed to another cut in the levy collection for the state Oil Fund to help stabilise...- COMMENT
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Don Mueang flies high again
Bangkok's Don Mueang has again recorded the highest growth rate among airports in Asia-Pacific including the Middle East in February.- COMMENT
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IN FOCUS
IKEA in shopping mall push
REUTERSCOPENHAGEN: IKEA, the world's biggest furniture retailer, plans to spend up to €3 billion ($3.2 billion) on new shopping centres over the next 5-7 years, aiming to cash in on the...- COMMENT
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AUTOMOBILES
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VW brings back Scirocco GTS spirit
Volkswagen will premiere a special version of its iconic sports car at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show next week.- COMMENT
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- NEWS
Fiery 308 R Hybrid showcased
Peugeot is experimenting a super-hot version of its C-segment hatchback with a hybrid drivetrain capable of 500hp.- COMMENT
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- REVIEW
The bull rages on
The new Huracan may be more user-friendly than the outgoing Gallardo, but don't be mistaken — it's still a proper Lambo.- COMMENT
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TODAY'S FUEL PRICES
TYPEBAHT/LITRE TYPEBAHT/LITRE GASOHOL 9127.08 GASOHOL E8522.68 GASOHOL 9527.90 DIESEL25.09 GASOHOL E2025.68 NGV13.00 TECH
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Facebook strips smiles from fake 'like' sellers
SAN FRANCISCO - Facebook on Friday said that its war against fake likes is paying off so well that many 'bad actors' who built businesses on the tactic are closing shop.- COMMENT
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Google revolutionises search to help mobile users
SAN FRANCISCO - Google search on Tuesday will start factoring in how easy websites are to read on smartphones or tablet computers, underlining the changing way people surf the Internet.- COMMENT
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- REVIEWS
Smart singing jar
Audio speakers are one of the devices that comes with a lot of cables, to get rid of these cables, therefore, is very logical.- COMMENT
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PROPERTY
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Kiatnakin shifts focus to large developers
The small Kiatnakin Bank (KKP) has shifted its focus to extending project finance to large property developers.- COMMENT
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Prajin calls for Makkasan price review
Transport Minister Prajin Juntong has asked for a review of the appraised commercial value of a prime area of land in Makkasan.- COMMENT
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THAILAND PROPERTY SEARCH
LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
FEATURE
Summer treats to beat the heat
Songkran's over but the temperature is still smothering. Stay cool with Life's selection of Thai-owned, home-made novelty ice cream parlours.PARISA PICHITMARN- COMMENT
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BANGKOK EXPLORER
Our Beloved Princess
In celebration of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s fifth cycle (60th) birthday, 13 Thai artists — Warawoot Shusaengthong, Praiwan Da-kliang, Sompop Budtarad,...- COMMENT
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Themed malls in Bangkok
A glimpse at two distinct themed shopping malls in Thailand's capital city, where you can spend hours simply browsing, securing yourself some one-off designs and taking advantage of the...- COMMENT
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Bangkok's Little Arabia
Experience Middle East culture and cuisine in the Nana area of downtown Sukhumvit, where cultures collide gently, and exotic neighbours co-exist with a minimum of fuss.- COMMENT
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AROUND THAILAND
TRAVELLampang City Museum
A great place to get an orientation during your visit to Lampang. This is where the city's history, legends, and its 'curse' are revealed.- COMMENT
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TRAVELWater park in Phuket
Wet and wild, Splash Jungle, situated in the heart of Phuket, offers a family day full of fun.- COMMENT
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ARTS & CULTURE
- FILM
The Vikings come to town
For the fourth time, the Embassy of Sweden, in collaboration with SF Cinema, brings Bangkok viewers the "Swedish Film Festival 2015".- COMMENT
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- FILM
Roll credits
'Week Of Portuguese Cinema' opens this Sunday with a movie made by prolific filmmaker Manoel de Oliveira, who recently passed away at 107.- COMMENT
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SPECIAL FEATURES
- SOCIAL & LIFESTYLE
Down to earth
Embrace your green side right here in the concrete jungle.- COMMENT
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- JOBS
Man on the move
Santit “Pear” Jirawongkraisorn is the co-founder and managing director of lalamove (available for download on the App Store; visit www.lalamove.com or fb.com/lalamovethailand), a...- COMMENT
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THAILAND GUIDE
NEWS & PR
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Clown Fish conservation
Realizing the importance of protecting underwater ecosystems Pimalai Resort and Spa is pleased to be a leader in initiating an annual clownfish release programme. Together with the Thai...- COMMENT
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- NEWS & PR
Best Western in the right places at the right time
From the new urban-chic Vīb hotel in Seoul to its new strategic partnership with the worldwide booking site Agoda.com, Best Western International (BWI) has signalled a strong...
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