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December 1st, 2007 by admin

Most of those killed in war on drug not involved in drugs
source: The Nation
Of 2,500 deaths in the government’s war on drugs in 2003, a fact-finding panel has found that more than half was not involved in drug at all.
At a brainstorming session, a representative from the Office of Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) Tuesday disclosed [...]

November 29th, 2007 by admin

The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plants
Here is an announcement from the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plants, dated 22 November 2007, detailing a new pricing schedule for entrance fees to national parks. Since there has been a fair amount of discussion about this in the past on Thaivisa.com and it should be [...]

November 26th, 2007 by admin

Some airlines against transfer of international flights to Don Mueang
BANGKOK: — Senior executives of some airline companies have voiced their objection to transferring selected international flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to the former international gateway of Don Mueang airport now being used for domestic flights.
They cited possibly higher operational costs, while transportation between the two [...]

November 24th, 2007 by admin

Holidaymakers who purchase faulty goods or services on holiday can now claim a refund from their credit card company, following a landmark ruling.
Under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act, consumers have long been able to claim a refund from their card company if goods and services bought in the UK prove to be faulty. [...]

November 24th, 2007 by admin

Thailand upset Australia in smashing 44-24 final win
Thailand won the King’s Cup 80 Rugby tournament with a smashing 44-24 victory over Australia after leading 31-12 at half-time last night at the Chai Stadium in Phuket. It was a fitting finale to an exciting King’s Cup 80 Rugby tournament and a large crowd was thrilled with [...]