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Prandhevee beachfront Villa Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 3:42PM456 Moo 2, Tambon Paknam Pran, Pran Buri, Prachuap Khiri Khan Tel: 081-985-8811 or 086-895-6998; fax: 02-538-7010 Email: Prandhevee@hotmail.com; website: www.prandhevee.com.
Yontrakit JV serves niche market for Mitsuoka cars Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 3:41PMThe little-known Japanese auto company Mitsuoka Motors, a specialist in painstakingly handmade cars, and the Thai auto distributor Yontrakit Corporation have announced plans for a joint venture.
DSI admits death inquiry is faltering Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 3:40PMThe Department of Special Investigation admits its investigation into the 89 deaths during the red shirt protest in Bangkok is faltering and it is calling on those with information to come forward.
Silpa Bhirasri Day Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 3:32PMSilpakorn University will celebrate Silpa Bhirasri Day on September 15 with various art activities as a tribute to the great master who laid a solid foundation for contemporary art in Thailand.
Bridge of Dreams Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 3:32PMHello readers. This photo was taken by Zrs Gamboa who went out to the Rama VIII bridge on the evening of July 11 to try his new lens. The shot was taken precisely at 6:43pm.
Airport security scare caused by 'hoax' Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 6:10AMA SECURITY scare at Los Angeles International Airport was sparked by a "hoax" on board a Thai Airways plane en route from Bangkok.
Reds warned on Sept 19 activities Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 5:22AMPolitical groups should be careful not to break the law if they want to conduct activities to mark the fourth anniversary of the Sept 19, 2006 coup, Col Sansern Kaewkamnerd said on Wednesday.
Box Office: Clooney, Machete and the Summer That Was Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 10:43AMThe good news for George Clooney: for the first time in his career, a movie in which he solo-starred opened No.1 at the weekend box office
Pongsapat resigns as police spokesman Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 6:42AMPol Lt Gen Pongsapat Pongcharoen Monday announced his resignation as the Royal Thai Police spokesman.Pongsapat reasoned that he has been appointed as an advisor for the Royal Thai Police in charge of ...
WHO wants faster, more flu vaccine production Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 6:06AMThe vaccine used to contain the recent swine flu pandemic was effective, but health authorities will need to ramp up the speed and volume of production during the next global outbreak, a World Health Organization official said Monday. The WHO declared last month that the swine flu pandemic that started in June 2009 was over, after it killed about 18,600 people worldwide, far less than the worse ...
Thai telecom firms face number portability fines Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 5:19AMBANGKOK, Sept 6 (Reuters) - Thailand's five mobile phone operators could face a fine of up to 30 million baht ($963,400) each for failing to meet a Sept. 1 deadline to launch number portability, an industry regulator said on Monday.
Now You See It, Now You Don't: Thai Sex Changes Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 4:54AMIn Bangkok, making yourself into what you want to be takes on a whole new meaning
Hi! Managers: Management skills need to be practised Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:15PMIf people are so important and practice makes perfect, then why do we spend so little time rigorously practising management skills?
The Magazine interview | Harold Tivol is a KC gem Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:03AMHarold Tivol is the face, thanks to a highly popular TV and billboard ad campaign, of his family’s jewelry store stores. Tivol the business turns 100 this year, and Harold Tivol turns 87 this month. He sold the company to his daughter Cathy but he still works for the firm as chairman.
Pedrosa breaks win jinx at San Marino Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:00AMSpanish rider Dani Pedrosa riding a Honda won the San Marino MotoGP here on Sunday to record two successive victories in the category for the first time.
Aussie hockey defender Attard out of Delhi Games Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 9:01PMKey defender Teneal Attard will miss the Commonwealth Games after suffering a serious knee injury in Australia's loss to the Netherlands at the women's World Cup, Hockey Australia said on Sunday.
Friday Report: 'Machete,' 'American' Stake Modest Claim... Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:14PMThe Mexican edged out The American on Friday, though the latter is poised to come out on top as the weekend progresses. Neither picture generated much excitement, and overall business was typically lackluster for the start of Labor Day weekend. Ripping onto around 3,500 screens at 2,670 locations, Machete mustered an estimated $3.9 million, which was more than Gamer's $3.3 million, Babylon A.D ...
Home-Schooled hounds Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:52PMMany parents struggle with the thought of sending their child to a boarding school because they constantly worry about their child's well-being and behaviour while away. So do many dog owners.
FRIENDS IN NEED Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:52PM- Micky is a 3-year-old female puppy that was rescued from the street. She is very playful, lively and friendly with children and people. Micky is looking for a new permanent home.
Mickelson signs on for Singapore Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:01PMUS Masters champion Phil Mickelson will headline the Singapore Open this year which has boosted its prize money by one million US dollars.
Heat hits Azarenka at US Open Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:00PMBelarus 10th seed Victoria Azarenka fell victim to another day of soaring temperatures at the US Open on Wednesday collapsing on court in the first set of her second round tie against Gisela Dulka of Argentina.
Thailand builds BAE-designed vessel Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:46AMBANGKOK, Sept. 1 (UPI) -- The keel has been laid for Thailand's first BAE Systems-designed Offshore Patrol Vessel. Thailand - Asia - Government - Embassies and Consulates - Bangkok
Crouch injury another blow for Capello Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:00AMFabio Capello suffered another injury blow on Wednesday as Peter Crouch was ruled out of the Euro 2012 qualifers against Bulgaria and Switzerland with a back injury.
Hun Sen dissatisfied despite renewal of relations with Thailand+ Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:57AMPHNOM PENH, Sept. 1 (AP) - (Kyodo)Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen said Wednesday he cannot be satisfied with relations with Thailand as long as the Thai military maintains a presence inside C...
Spotlight on Bela Padilla Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:33AMAnother face from the famous Padilla showbiz clan is on the rise. The beautiful Bela Padilla is enjoying her big break being a member of the cast of GMA-7’s primetime soap opera "Endless Love" and her regular appearance as TV jock in "Party Pilipinas."
Vietnam lures Chinese investors Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:08PMChinese companies are investing more in Vietnam in order to get better access to the Southeast Asian market and its comparative cost advantages, Vietnamese trade officials said on Monday.
Teacher caught caning students Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:32PMBANGKOK - SECRETLY recorded cell phone footage has exposed a teacher at a Catholic boarding school in north-eastern Thailand who whacked dozens of students on the buttocks with a cane wrapped with electrical wire. Art teacher Somchai Limthanmaporn was fired after he was exposed hitting at least 40 students, according to Nongkran Prathumtri, an administrator at St Mary's School in the north ...
'Andy knows he can win the US Open by attacking' Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:10PMBrad Gilbert is seen as often these days with a microphone in his hand as a racket, but you would still expect the American to talk up his coaching profession. However, when it comes to assessing the US Open chances of his former charge, Andy Murray, Gilbert believes that the world No 4's recent parting of the ways with Miles Maclagan will not make a dime of difference over the next fortnight.
Forlan double eases Atletico to opening win Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:00PMA double by Uruguayan star Diego Forlan inspired Atletico Madrid to an opening 4-0 victory over Sporting Gijon here on Monday in the Primera Liga.
One scholar at a time Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:36PMWhen she announced that she loved children on the way to winning the Miss Thailand crown, 1988 Miss Universe Porntip Nakhirunkanok Simon wasn't joking.
Gilbert sees red as he wins third stage Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:01PMBelgian rider Philippe Gilbert won the third stage of the Tour of Spain on Monday, a 157.3 kilometres ride from Marbella to here and took the overall leader's red jersey.
Silvestre joins Werder Bremen Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:00PMFormer Manchester United and Arsenal centre-back Mikael Silvestre has joined Werder Bremen on a two-year contract, the German club announced on Monday.
Free agent Beasley signs for Hanover Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:00PMUnited States international winger DaMarcus Beasley has signed a one-year deal with Hanover 96, the German club announced on Monday.
PM, army chief turn up to vote Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:52AMPrime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and army chief Anupong Paojinda cast their votes in Sunday's Bangkok council elections, reports said.
Delhiites in a mood for vacations during Games? Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:31AMSenior Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar may not be the only one opting to stay the "hell out of the country" during the Commonwealth Games as many Delhiites are planning vacations abroad, especially to south-east Asia and Europe, during the October mega event.
PM urges voters to exercise their rights Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:55PMPrime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has urged voters to exercise their rights to vote in Sunday's Bangkok council elections.
Gen Anupong turns out to vote Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:14PMAt about 10am this morning army chief Anupong Paojinda went to voting booths No 63 and No 38 in Soi Boromratchachonnee of Bangkok’s Thaweewattana district to casting vote in the city and district councilors elections, reports said.
US ambassador's daughter, 17, dies in NYC fall Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:13AMThe 17-year-old daughter of the U.S. ambassador to Thailand slipped off her shoes and climbed out onto a window ledge Friday at a Manhattan apartment before plummeting more than 20 stories to her death, police said. Thailand - Ambassador - United States - Police - Manhattan
Dems confident of winning at polls Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 4:29AMThe Democrat Party was confident that Bangkok voters would vote in support of its city and district councilor candidates at the polls tomorrow, the ruling party’s spokesman Buranat Samutrak said on Saturday afternoon.
Guard injured in second grenade attack on King power Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 4:11AMAn M79 grenade attack was launched, for the second time, on duty-free giant King Power's complex late on Thursday, not long after veteran politician and key government ally Newin Chidchob had dinner there.
Interview with Nagesh Kukunoor Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 2:48AMAugust 28, 2010 : Nagesh Kukunoor tells Jyothi Venkatesh that he feels excited as a director when he casts an actor against the tide.
Ambassador's daughter dies in NY fall Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 2:34AMA 17-y-o girl whose father is a US ambassador has fallen more than 20 stories from a Manhattan high-rise.
MOAA officer receives prestigious award Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 2:19AMCaptain Walter “Bruce” Watson, Jr., USN (Ret) recently received a most prestigious award from the Royal Thai Government for his outstanding service and support during his tenure as U.S. Naval Attaché in Bangkok, Thailand from June 2005 to June...
Extradition of Viktor Bout can't be speeded up Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:22AMThe government would not speed up the extradition of Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout to the US because it must follow legal procedure, Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugsuban said on Thursday.
Jonah Jones 7s Rugby Tournament Attracts 51 Local And Foreign Teams Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:56AMKUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Jonah Jones 7s, the longest running rugby tournament in the country, has attracted 51 local and foreign teams, including eight women's teams on Sept 25-26, at the Royal Selangor Club (RSC), Bukit Kiara Sports Annexe here.
'THIS IS OUR FINAL' Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:09PMBOUNCEBACKABILITY.
No stopping Ghazali Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 11:08AMTHE impression I formed of Tun Muhammad Ghazali Shafie the first time we met in 1965 stayed with me throughout my relationship with him from then till three years before his death on Sunday. He could be most intimidating at times and charming when he chose to be.
'People will compare Aashayein to Anand' Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:24AMNagesh Kukunoor talks about his much awaited upcoming film Aashayein.
Bangkok Adrenaline Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:50AMSkip It THE MOVIE: Bangkok Adrenaline is the sort of movie that makes me appreciate the Scene Selection capability offered by DVDs. It is a disjointed action film featuring characters I don't care about played by actors who seem to care even less. It also doesn't play to its few admitted strengths. For an action flick featuring a limber leading man, it spends an awful lot of time shoving ...
Thailand Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:50AMKey facts, figures and dates