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Red Shirt Protest Saturday
Photo courtesy The Nation
Thursday, 17 May 2012
The Nation
See original Thai language article here
One hundred thousand cited to attend rally on May 19 to commemoratethe May 19, 2010 government crackdown on Red Shirts in Bangkok that led to 92-102 deaths and some 2,000 injuries. The figure was sourced from Red Shirts and while attendance is expected to be high, other estimates forecast no more than 50,000. HEADLINES.
Northern "Twisted" Sweep
Some 26 Thai Army camps to be swept in a check for twisted fleshpotting...
Monday, 14 May 2012
Transedited from Manager Online
See original Thai language article
Twitter material published by an enterprising Thai newswoman reveals Thai army troops' exploitation of women for sexual gratification. In response to the report and photos, the Thai army has ordered a sweeping check of some 26 army bases in the north of the country. It has also warned that it may well file criminal charges based on the Computer Crime Act given alleged embarrassment and losses of image sustained as a result of the reports. HEADLINES.
"Can't Be Innocent" Verdict Fatal
Tragedy likely caused by incarceration and refusal to allow bail
Tuesday, 8 May 2012
the Korat Post Online
Asixty two year-old grandfather passed away today in a Bangkok prison hospital, probably from complications associated with cancer, but the exact cause remains a mystery. The Thai criminal court found Ah Kong probably guilty (because he could not prove otherwise) of lese majeste for sending text messages to the former Thai prime minister's secretary which allegedly defamed the Thai queen. See Prachatai English language announcement of the tragic death here. HEADLINES
Not Just Map Ta Phut
Tuesday, 8 May 2012
the Korat Post Online
Editorial
Sadness comes in comedic forms all too often. Sad is the prime minister of Thailand being so out of touch with everyday reality that she has to visit markets twice just to magically discover that prices have indeed gone up. As well, environmental and industrial tragedies in Thailand are often followed by complacent state and government reaction - often in ignorance, often in cowardice, often in corruption. EDITORIAL
Pork Prices Up
Photo courtesy Manager Online
Monday, 7 May 2012
the Korat Post Online
Agency Reports
Pork prices rising as a result of higher investment costs - more than half the number of small retailer ruined by costs.
The Northeast Pig Farmers Association announced in Buriram on 7 May 2012 that it had to go along with a rise in pork prices, and cited small retailers being ruined as a result of higher costs for raising pigs. HEADLINES
Koratians Celebrate Coronation
Photo taken at MCC Hall, Korat Mall, by Korat Post
Sunday, 6 May 2012
the Korat Post Online
Koratians celebrated His Majesty's 62nd coronation anniversary on 5 May 2012. As part of the celebrations, the general public was welcomed to visit various places, including the famed ady Mo statue in the center of the metropolis, to pay respect. As well, the Mall Korat had arranged its MCC Hall with varioius paraphenalia to provide similar paying of respect. Although the king of Thailand's status is constitutionally elevated to near-divine status, he himself, in 2005, indicated his discomfort with this and reiterated that he was but an ordinary person. See Wiki reference to His Majesty's coronation.
Udorn Warehouse Collapse
Photo of warehouse collapse courtesy www.esanclick.com
Saturday, 5 May 2012
Esanclick
Transedited (Original article here )
A huge warehouse in Udorn collapsed recently from high winds that were part of a seasonal storm. One construction worker was killed as a result. It took recovery units over two hours to remove his body from the collapsed structure. HEADLINES.
Merit in Nong Bua Lamphu
Photo courtesy www.esanclick.com (Thai language)
Friday, 4 May 2012
Esanclick
Transedited (Original article here )
Governor of Nong Bua Lamphu province puts on exhibit with local media of end-of-January 2012 merit-making ceremony, at Wat Thatphanom (website loads with audio music recording). The governor, Rapee Phongbuphakij, spoke of the recent ceremony, summoning the Spirit of King Naresuan.HEADLINES.
500 Cops Get 95 Meth Tablets
Some of the 500 cops called in. Photo courtesy Manager Online
Tuesday, 1 May 2012
Manager Online
Transedited (Original article here )
Five hundred police recently descended on a prison in Sisaket province, northeast Thailand, and were able to seize 95 metamphetamine pills, 36 improvised sharpened weapons, and one (1) memory card. HEADLINES.
Car-Racing Abbot Crashes!
Photo courtesy Manager Online: Location, NE Province of Loei - monks are not supposed to be driving...
Tuesday, 1 May 2012
Manager Online
Transedited (Original article here )
Shame knows no bounds, apparently - if you believe Buddhist monks (and especially those at the top) - should practice as they are supposed to and abide by the precepts that the Lord Buddha prescribed. But these days with monks at the Mall, wearing shoes while shopping downtown, smoking, taking drugs and having sex in the temple compounds, and now...an abbot racing his car into a pole! - with Thai government ministries having grasped culture and Buddhism and prescribing how it all is supposed to work - well, apparently someone is not listening. Editorial. Headlines. We are sure they have an explanation. Read on...
Chiranuch Verdict Moved - 30 May
Photo from Prachatai website 30 April 2012
Monday, 30 April 2012
Prachatai
Transedited (Original article here )
On 30 April 2012, in a world-wide monitored court appearance, Prachatai's much-harrassed editor and webmaster was informed by the presiding judge that as a result of the enormous number of documents associated with the case, announcement of the verdict, in which she has been charged with lese majeste, will be on 30 May 2012. Her supporters, and dozens of othes who cherish freedom of speech, appeared at the Criminal Court in Bangkok expecting to hear the verdict as previously announced. HEADLINES. EDITORIAL.
Royal Advice Being Applied?
PATTANI, 29 April 2012 (NNT)
The Prime Minister visited Pattani province to follow up on the situation on the southern violence as well as the implementation of measures to protect the lives and property of local residents. Accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Gen. Yuthasak Sasiprapa and Army Chief Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra was given a warm welcome by the local residents in the violence-stricken province. The PM reassured them that all relevant authorities are determined to resolve the southern unrest. HEADLINES
Buriram - Officials Corrupt!
Saturday, 28 April 2012
Manager Online Regional News
Transedited (Original article here )
Rice farmers in Buriram discovered to be prey of corrupt officials. Buriram has traditionally been known as the region's poorest province. It suffers from poor government planning and political malcontrol. HEADLINES
Under the Influence?
BANGKOK, April 25, 2012
MCOT
Marking the 60th anniversary of Thai Television and 35th anniversary of MCOT, Thailand's leading broadcasting company MCOT Plc (formerly the Mass Communication Organisation of Thailand) on Wednesday kicked off its anniversary celebration, aiming to become a media leader in the region and in the world arena. HEADLINES. EDITORIAL.
Korat Ambulance Birth
Photo showing live birth in Korat, courtesy Manager Online
Wednesday, 25 April 2012
Manager Online Article
Transedited from (Original article here )
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akhonratchasima News Center – Rush! Thirty year-old Korat mom gives birth aboard ambulance. Says husband couldn’t taker her in time with pick-up truck. Hospital and emergency response staff had to assist with birth in the ambulance while it was enroute. Woman gives birth to second daughter. HEADLINES.
Did He Know?
Sunday, 22 April 2012
Editorial
Although math-flunking Albert Einstein was surprisingly smart, so was Pfizer. After it has spent millions and finally came up with Viagra, it's market share was 92% at the beginning. But then competition came along and it dropped off to fifty percent. Is generic viagra equal to the task, safe, or dangerous? See our EDITORIAL.
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