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Regional paralysis
GENERAL -The Thai government says won't take a proactive approach to tackling the Rohingya migrant crisis, despite mounting international pressure.- COMMENT
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Faithful flock as abbot leaves his body to science
GENERAL -Followers flocked to Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital to pay their respects to revered abbot Luang Phor Khoon, who died yesterday.- COMMENT
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Terror continues
SECURITY -YALA — A furniture shop, a clinic and a plant shop were the latest targets in a spate of bombings in Yala that began late on Thursday. No one was injured.- COMMENT
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US steps up pressure
GENERAL -Washington raised the pressure on Southeast Asia to open its ports to boat people after migrants described a terrifying battle for survival.- COMMENT
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Breaking a deadly cycle
SPECIAL REPORTS -Amid a spate of cyclist deaths, road users and authorities are at odds over how best to guarantee their safety while riding.- COMMENT
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Constitutional crossroads
The public isn’t much interested in debating the actual charter. The issue is whether the green shirts intend to hold a public referendum.BY ALAN DAWSON- COMMENT
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Cannes journal: Crazy love
Still six days to go at the Festival de Cannes, Kong Rithdee discuss several titles including "The Lobster", "Carol", and "Arabian Night".BY KONG RITHDEE- COMMENT
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SPECIAL REPORT
Breaking a deadly cycle
CHAIYOT YONGCHAROENCHAI
Amid a spate of cyclist deaths, road users and authorities are at odds over how best to guarantee their safety while riding.
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OPINION
River project full of hubris
Put a question to Bangkok people as to whether they would like a promenade along the Chao Phraya River where they could go for a casual walk, and the answer will likely be positive.16 May 2015 at 06:16
SONGKRAN GRACHANGNETARATime to redefine Thainess
When the government seeks to promote Thainess, what exactly do they mean? I guess every nation has their particular traits, but what are our national traits?16 May 2015 at 06:16
PLOENPOTE ATTHAKORBicycle safety
[COMMENTARY] Officials want to once again make cyclists get a riding licence, ignoring the fact it's not the two-wheelers who caused the recent crashes.15 May 2015 at 03:30
GENERAL NEWS
A DAY IN PHOTOS
Big Jiew turns 85 and the end of King of the Blues capped featured events on May 15, 2015.POLITICS
Graft probes
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has issued an order under Section 44 of the interim charter suspending 45 senior officials.- COMMENT
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NLA members wade in on PM pick row
Charter will be torn up, Chavalit says
Solution please
ASEAN
Manila vows to punish factory fire culprits
MANILA - The owners of a Philippine factory where 72 people died in a fire could face time in prison, a government task force said Saturday, vowing to punish anyone found responsible as...- COMMENT
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Controversial Sarawak dam okayed
'Maritime ping-pong'
KL lobbies Myanmar on migrants
WORLD
'Paddle in Seattle' protesters condemn Artic drilling
WASHINGTON - Environmental activists in Seattle paddled out to sea to protest a Shell oil rig moored off the coast of the US city that is headed for Arctic drilling, local media...- COMMENT
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Vienna's Life Ball extravaganza draws stars in fight against AIDS
Ecuador breaks Guinness reforestation record
Acclaimed Amy Winehouse doc looks beyond the addict
SPORTS
Alaphilippe tops field after gruelling Mt. Baldy climb
MOUNT BALDY (UNITED STATES) - French all-rounder Julian Alaphilippe claimed his first victory of the season with a powerful finishing kick up Mount Baldy to dislodge Peter Sagan from...- COMMENT
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Spanish boat cruises to in-port Ocean Race victory
Cabrera belts 400th career home run in Tigers win
Phelps relegated to seventh in 200m fly return
LEARNING ENGLISH FROM NEWS
Luang Phor Khoon passes away
Revered abbot Luang Phor Khoon passed away at 11.45am on Saturday, according to the fourth statement of Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital. He was 92 years old.- COMMENT
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(UPDATED) Johnny Depp's dogs gone, future uncertain
Thailand's new world champ: Did anyone notice?
Social media: How not to embarass yourself
BUSINESS NEWS
LOCAL MARKET
Inheritance tax bill watered down
Inheritors of assets worth more than 100 million baht will be taxed and only for the amount above that threshold.
AEKARACH SATTABURUTH
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Moody's paints bleak picture
The economy likely grew by 3.9% year-on-year in the first quarter, avoiding a quarter-on-quarter contraction, says Moody's Analytics Inc.- COMMENT
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Gold rises B100 to B19,400
Gold prices climbed 100 baht at its opening on Saturday.- COMMENT
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IN FOCUS
Subsidiaries hamstring Nok Air
BOONSONG KOSITCHOTETHANALosses from subsidiaries, mainly beleaguered start-up NokScoot, diminished otherwise-solid first-quarter results for Nok Air.- COMMENT
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AUTOMOBILES
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BMW gives M6 the 600hp treatment
BMW has given the M6 model range the Competition Package featuring more power and beefier chassis.- COMMENT
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VW Golf GTI Clubsport gets 265hp
Volkswagen has unveiled a go-faster concept version of today’s Golf GTI called Clubsport before hitting showrooms early next year.- COMMENT
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- REVIEW
Grand ambitions
As if a front-drive chassis is not enough, BMW makes a seven-seat MPV. Has Munich lost its direction?- COMMENT
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TODAY'S FUEL PRICES
TYPEBAHT/LITRE TYPEBAHT/LITRE GASOHOL 9128.58 GASOHOL E8523.28 GASOHOL 9529.40 DIESEL26.39 GASOHOL E2027.18 NGV13.00 TECH
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Android promotes Japan cinema at Cannes Film Festival
CANNES (FRANCE) - Asuna has skin that will never age, can read a script in several languages, and knows how to attract attention at the Cannes Film Festival -- but she's no star actress...- COMMENT
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Turkey delays 4G tender after Erdogan confusion
ISTANBUL - Turkey has delayed its planned tender for 4G mobile technology licences, reports said Saturday, after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sowed confusion by saying the country...- COMMENT
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- REVIEWS
Powerful PC in palm of hand
Have a little look at your desktop computer. You'll likely see a bulky tower on or under your desk called a CPU.- COMMENT
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PROPERTY
- NEWS
Booming hotel market beckons investors from near and far
Thailand’s hotel investment market remains buoyant and attractive to both domestic and foreign real estate investors. It has improved steadily since the market slump during the global...- COMMENT
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- NEWS
Pruksa holds steady with growth view
SET-listed Pruksa Real Estate Plc (PS) is confident the Greater Bangkok property market will grow by 10% this year.- COMMENT
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THAILAND PROPERTY SEARCH
LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
FEATURE
Cannes journal: Crazy love
Still six days to go at the Festival de Cannes, Kong Rithdee discuss several titles including "The Lobster", "Carol", and "Arabian Night".KONG RITHDEE- COMMENT
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BANGKOK EXPLORER
Paused Dream
Kathmandu Photo Gallery will present “Paused Dream”, a photographic exhibition by British-Thai photographer Cattleya Jaruthavee, from May 9-June 28. Close to the Thai-Lao border,...- COMMENT
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Conversation of Breath
Through meditative thoughts, Jiratchaya Pripwai draws endless lines keeping with her infinite breath. The abstract images on various surfaces are her wordless poems. The opening...- COMMENT
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Pet Planet: Colourful Exotic Pet
A variety of bizarre animals distinctive for their colours will be displayed during the “Pet Planet: Colourful Exotic Pet” exhibition, at Seacon Bangkae, from Friday until May...- COMMENT
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AROUND THAILAND
TRAVELDon Hoi Lod
An easy day-trip close to Bangkok, Don Hoi Lod is a weekend destination for people seeking a few hours of relaxation amid shady pine trees enjoying fresh and inexpensive seafood.- COMMENT
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LIFESTYLEThe Script Live in Bangkok 2015
Irish pop-rock trio The Script will fan out the summer heat in the Kingdom with a concert at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, on May 8 at 8.30pm. The band’s self-titled debut album...- COMMENT
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ARTS & CULTURE
- FILM
A view from the gas chamber
A Holocaust film has never been a big sell in Thailand. But after the recent fiasco, "Son of Saul" should be a required viewing for us all.- COMMENT
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- FILM
Off to a quiet start
No lasting impressions at the 68th Cannes Film Festival so far.- COMMENT
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SPECIAL FEATURES
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Life on the small stage
Three new English-speaking theatre companies in Bangkok make a name for themselves.- COMMENT
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- SOCIAL & LIFESTYLE
Grabbing the opportunity
Hooi Ling Tan speaks with Life about her groundbreaking taxi-booking application and the anything-but-ordinary road on which it has driven her.- COMMENT
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THAILAND GUIDE
NEWS & PR
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Nichaada & Natakorn Lake Condominium
This is one of our special publications which you can view in high definition PDF format.- COMMENT
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- NEWS & PR
Korean dance and music
Korean Cultural Centre will organise an event called Whispering of the Nature "Harmony of the Korean Dance and Music" on May 22 at 7pm.
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