New Cold War tests Thai choices
A new Cold War is emerging as the United States and China compete from trade and finance to outer space, scholars and senior journalists have warned, urging Thailand not to pick sides too soon.
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Boxer Somluck cleared of girl's rape, gets 2 years for lewd abduction
KHON KAEN – The Appeal Court on Tuesday cleared Olympic medallist boxer Somluck Kamsing of attempted rape, but sentenced him to two years in prison for abducting a minor for lewd purpose.
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French protests seen threatening Thai tourism
Tourism operators are worried about the mass protests in France, which could eventually affect its economy and further weaken inbound travel to Thailand from Europe, already affected by the persistent unrest in the Middle East.
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Flooding remains in Bangkok and 22 provinces
Flooding continues in parts of Bangkok and 22 provinces, mostly in the Central Plains, but water levels were falling on Monday, according to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation.
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China’s embassy issues fresh Thailand travel alert over kidnappings, job scams
China's embassy in Thailand has warned citizens to carefully plan their trips and pay extra attention to transport security following a string of high-profile kidnappings targeting Chinese nationals.
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S.Korean factory owner jailed for anal assault on Thai worker
A South Korean factory owner who injured an illegal Thai worker by inserting a compressed-air gun nozzle into his anus has been jailed for three years. A charge against his wife was dropped.
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