Police hunt 'pink raincoat' rally gunman | Bangkok Post: learning
A photo of the man wearing the pink raincoat aiming what looked like a weapon at the protesters was shared on social media. Meanwhile, Labour Minister Suchart Chomklin on Thursday denied any links with a group of yellow-shirt demonstrators who fought with pro-democracy protesters outside parliament. The yellow-shirt protesters were said to have travelled from Chon Buri, which is Mr Suchart's political stronghold. Police are hunting for a man wearing a pink raincoat who may have fired shots at people protesting outside parliament during the violent clashes on Tuesday. (Photo by Apichart Jinakul)Click "play" to listen to Police hunt 'pink raincoat' rally gunman and "Download" to keep this file for educational purpose.
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November 19, 2020 23:03 UTC
HUAWEI CLOUD hosts first Cloud Developer Contest in Thailand, promoting local ICT talents on the global stage
HUAWEI CLOUD hosts first Cloud Developer Contest in Thailand, promoting local ICT talents on the global stageExecutives from Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd., together with HUAWEI CLOUD Developer Contest contestants, jointly welcomed Prof. Sirirurg Songsivilai, M.D., Ph.D. (5th from left) Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, who honourably attended the HUAWEI CLOUD Developer Contest. The contest was part of Huawei’s recent ‘POWERING DIGITAL THAILAND 2021: HUAWEI CLOUD & CONNECT’ event, which showcased new technologies and digital initiatives for Thailand. “Huawei has been in Thailand for 21 years, and we are excited today to host HUAWEI CLOUD’s first-ever developer contest. Huawei is also committed to cultivating an ecosystem that develops ICT talent in Thailand,” said Mr. Roben Wang, President, Thailand HUAWEI CLOUD & AI Business Group. The HUAWEI CLOUD Developer Contest importantly marked the conclusion of the recent “POWERING DIGITAL THAILAND 2021 HUAWEI CLOUD & CONNECT” event, organised jointly by Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd. with Bangkok Post PLC and more than 50 partners.
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November 19, 2020 10:18 UTC
TEST YOURSELF: Solar playground | Bangkok Post: learning
The Thailand Creative and Design Center is now a fun scientific playground, where visitors can learn how solar power can help our lives and the planet. As part of the Solar Vengers project, the interactive exhibition is showcasing a selection of 30 prototypes, lifestyle products and IT gadgets powered by solar energy from around the world. It can convert solar energy into a battery for mobile phones and home appliances. In Solaropia at the third level, you can convert your solar energy into electric power for the Charoen Krung community. Also, Solvatten uses solar power as a water purifier and a boiling machine.
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November 19, 2020 08:37 UTC
Thursday: new Covid cases from 6 countries | Bangkok Post: learning
(Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)The government on Thursday reported eight new cases of novel coronavirus infection, quarantined arrivals, raising the total to 3,888. Five other cases from other countries were asymptomatic when they tested positive for the disease. She arrived on Nov 5 via Doha and tested positive for Covid-19 on day 12 after her arrival. He arrived on Nov 11 and tested positive on day 5. The case from Japan is a Thai masseuse aged 37 who also arrived on Nov 11 and tested positive on day 4.
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November 19, 2020 06:11 UTC
Pro-monarchy supporter caught with gun at rally site | Bangkok Post: learning
They seized a gun and 10 bullets from him. During police interrogation, Mr Kasidit admitted he took part in the pro-monarchy demonstration on Tuesday, but said he had the pistol with him only for self-defence. As clashes between pro-democracy demonstrators and pro-monarchy supporters erupted on Tuesday evening, he decided to hide the gun and bullets near a fence. A pro-monarchy supporter caught with a pistol and bullets at the rally site on Tuesday night told police he carried the gun for self-defence. Police fire water cannon to disperse pro-democracy demonstrators trying to break through barricades set up outside parliament on Tuesday.
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November 19, 2020 02:48 UTC
Mass pro-democracy rally ends peacefully outside police HQ
Mass pro-democracy rally ends peacefully outside police HQA protestor paints a plaque of the Royal Thai Police during a rally on Wednesday. (Photo by Pornprom Satrabhaya)Anti-government protesters called off a mass rally outside Bangkok's Ratchaprasong intersection around 8.30pm on Wednesday despite anger over the rejection of the so-called "people's draft" of amendments to the constitution. I emphasise this," Pol Maj Gen Yingyos said. Traffic police advised motorists to avoid roads in the vicinity of Ratchaprasong intersection from 2pm. Pol Maj Gen Yingyos said the government vehicles were bought with taxpayers' money.
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November 18, 2020 09:56 UTC
Bank of Thailand holds rates, mulls moves to curb baht
Bank of Thailand holds rates, mulls moves to curb bahtBank of Thailand governor Setthaput Suthiwart-Narueput attends his first Monetary Policy Committee meeting, on Wednesday. The central bank held its key rate at 0.5% in a unanimous decision, saying it’s prepared to use additional monetary tools if necessary. Bank of Thailand Assistant Governor Titanun Mallikamas on Wednesday attributed the recent strength to risk-on flows into emerging markets. The government has wanted the central bank to temper the baht’s recent rally as it threatens exports. Finance Minister Arkhom Termipittayapaisith said Monday he’d discuss with the central bank possible measures to restrain the currency.
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November 18, 2020 08:15 UTC
Six protesters suffered gunshot wounds | Bangkok Post: learning
Seven riot police also tested negative for drug use after some crystal methamphetamine was found in a police van. Police claimed the drugs were planted in the vehicle, which had been surrounded and damaged during the confrontation. Police were filing a complaint against people who distributed "fake news" regarding the drugs in the police van. Fifty-five people were treated for injuries and illness, including six for gunshot wounds, during clashes between rival demonstrators outside parliament on Tuesday. Some amount of crystal meth and equipment used for taking the drugs are found in a police van, but police insist the drugs were planted.
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November 18, 2020 07:07 UTC
Wednesday: 2 new Covid cases from Belgium, UAE | Bangkok Post: learning
Disease control officials wait for arrivals at Suvarnabhumi airport. (Photo: Somchai Poomlard)The government on Wednesday reported two new cases of coronavirus disease, quarantined arrivals from Belgium and the United Arab Emirates, raising the total to 3,880. She tested positive the following day, but was asymptomatic. He had been previously diagnosed with Covid-19 on Oct 28 and treated, and tested positive on arrival, also without any symptoms. Of the total 3,880 cases, 3,729 (96%) have recovered, including five discharged over the past 24 hours, and 91 were in hospitals, the CCSA said.
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November 18, 2020 05:15 UTC
Taxi passengers now face luggage charges | Bangkok Post: learning
The order, which became effective yesterday, permits taxi drivers to charge passengers between 20 baht and 100 baht extra for luggage. Wheelchairs are not considered luggage, nor are small bags such as small backpacks, laptop bags or small carry-on bags. According to the announcement, taxi drivers and passengers have to reach an agreement on the charge. Taxi passengers travelling to and from Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi airports are now subject to a luggage charge. Click "play" to listen to Taxi passengers now face luggage charges and "Download" to keep this file for educational purpose.
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November 17, 2020 23:26 UTC
Govt ethics must be clear
Govt ethics must be clearCaesar's wife must be above suspicion, it was said. The government, especially Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, often preaches about upholding the highest moral standards. It's not clear how her experience would benefit her new position as an official in the prime minister's secretariat office. Despite the court documents cited in the media, Mr Thamanat denied the allegation and claimed he was never jailed. As criticism mounted, Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam tried to defend the decision by saying it is not against the law.
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November 17, 2020 22:41 UTC
Of melody, monkeys and musician
Of melody, monkeys and musicianPlaying music for monkeys? The artist moved on to Lop Buri, a central province with monkeys, or macaques, to be more precise, to continue his mission. Lop Buri people have had a love-hate relationship with monkeys for years, if not decades. This explains why monkeys around the motorcycle shop are well-fed; with love and compassion, they cause no problems. But more than being about a good image, it's time Lop Buri authorities think seriously about a plan for these primates.
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November 17, 2020 22:41 UTC
Eighteen injured in protest clash | Bangkok Post: learning
They then attempted to cross the barriers, throwing smoke bombs and bags of paint at riot police on the other side. Police used water cannon to force them back. When that failed to stop the demonstrators, police then used the water cannon to fire a liquid that included tear gas. Bangkok's Erawan Medical Centre said 18 people were hurt, 12 of them suffering as a result of tear gas. It was one of seven drafts submitted to the parliament, with others sponsored by government and opposition parties.
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November 17, 2020 13:18 UTC
Abortion in first 12 weeks to be allowed
Abortion in first 12 weeks to be allowed(Bangkok Post file photo)The cabinet has approved a law amendment bill that allows women with pregnancies of not more than 12 weeks to get an abortion. If approved by the House of Representatives early next year, the bill will let such women have abortion if they “insist on terminating the pregnancies”. The new Section 301 allows women with pregnancies of not more than 12 weeks to get abortion. In the current version, abortion is not allowed in all cases. A clause will be added to allow any woman with a pregnancy not more than 12 weeks to get an abortion if she insists on terminating it.
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November 17, 2020 11:26 UTC
Movie Preview: Freaky | Bangkok Post: learning
Seventeen-year-old Millie is just trying to survive high school and the cruelty of the popular crowd. But when she becomes the newest target of The Butcher, her town’s serial killer, school becomes the least of her worries. When The Butcher’s ancient dagger causes him and Millie to wake up in each other’s bodies, Millie learns that she has just 24 hours to get her body back before the switch becomes permanent. The only problem is she now looks like a psychopath who’s the target of a city-wide manhunt while The Butcher looks like her and has brought his appetite for killing to her school. Follow her race against the clock when horror comedy Freaky opens in cinemas on November 19..
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November 17, 2020 04:52 UTC