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WTA Tour Schedule-Winners

2020-12-29T08:22:53Z

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Jan. 3-11 2020 - Shenzhen Open, HO (Ekaterina Alexandrova) Jan. 2-12 2020 - ASB Classic, HO (Serena Williams) Jan. 3-12 2020 - Brisbane International presented by Suncorp, HO (Karolina Pliskova) Jan. 10-18 2020 - Adelaide International, HO (Ashleigh Barty) Jan. 10-18 2020 [http://www.blogher.com/search/apachesolr_search/-%20Hobart - Hobart] International, HO (Elena Rybakina) Jan. 13-Jan. 31 - Australian Open, HO (Sofia Kenin) Feb. 7-16 2020 - Thailand Open, HO (Magda Linette) Feb. 7-16 2020 - St. Petersburg Ladies Trophy, HO (Kiki Bertens) Feb. 14-22 2020 - Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, HO (Simona Halep) Feb. 14-23 2020 - Hungarian Ladies Open, HO Feb. 21-29 2020 - Abierto Mexicano Telcel, HO (Heather Watson) Feb. 20-29 2020 - Qatar Total Open, HO (Aryna Sabalenka) Feb. 28-March 7 - Lyon Open, HO (Sofia Kenin) Feb. 28-March 7 - Abierto GNP Seguros, HO (Elina Svitolina) March 8-22 2020 - BNP Paribas Open, HO March 22-April 4 - Miami Open, HO April 3-12 2020 - Claro Open Colsanitas, CO April 3-12 2020 - Volvo Car Open, GO April 17-26 2020 - Lugano, Switzerland, CO April 17-26 2020 - Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, RO May 15-23 2020 - Grand Prix De SAR La Princesse Lalla Meryem, CO May 15-24 2020 - Nurnberger Versicherungs Cup, CO June 5-14 2020 - Aegon Open Nottingham, GO June 5-14 2020 - Ricoh Open, GO June 12-21 2020 - Berlin Open, GO June 12-21 2020 - Aegon Classic Birmingham, GO June 18-27 2020 - Aegon International Eastbourne, GO June 19-28 2020 - Bad Homburg, GO June 21-July 10 - The Championships, GO July 10-19 2020 - Bucharest Open, CO July 10-19 2020 - Ladies Open Lausanne, CO July 17-26 2020 - Baltic Open, CO July 24-Aug. 1 - Olympic Tournament Tokyo, Japan, HO July 31-9 2020 - Palermo Ladies Open, CO (Fiona Ferro) July 31-9 2020 - Silicon Valley Classic, HO July 31-9 2020 - Citi Open, HO Aug. 8-16 2020 - Lexington, USA, HO (Jennifer Brady) Aug. 7-16 2020 - Rogers Cup presented by National Bank, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] HO Aug. 7-16 2020 - J&T Banka Prague Open, CO (Simona Halep) Aug. 19-29 2020 - Western & Southern Open, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] HO (Victoria Azarenka) Aug. 21-30 2020 - Albany Open, HO Aug. 30-Sept. 11 - US Open, HO (Naomi Osaka) Sept. 6-13 2020 - Istanbul, Turkey, CO (Patricia Maria Tig) Sept. 11-20 2020 - Hana-cupid Japan Women's Open Tennis Championships, HO Sept. 11-20 2020 [http://news.sky.com/search?term=-%20Mutua - Mutua] Madrid Open, CO Sept. 11-21 2020 - Internazionali BNL d'Italia, CO (Simona Halep) Sept. 19-26 2020 - Internationaux de Strasbourg, CO (Elina Svitolina) Sept. 21-Oct. 10 - French Open, CO (Iga Swiatek) Oct. 3-11 2020 - Korea Open, HO Oct. 9-18 2020 - China Open, HO Oct. 9-18 2020 - Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open, HO Oct. 9-18 2020 - Tianjin Open, HO Oct. 16-25 2020 - BGL BNP Paribas Luxembourg Open, HO Oct. 16-25 2020 - Ostrava, Czech Republic, HO (Aryna Sabalenka) Oct. 16-25 2020 - Wuhan Open, HO Oct. 16-26 2020 - JiangXi Open, HO Oct. 24-Oct. 31 - VTB Kremlin Cup, HO Oct. 23-Oct. 31 - Zhengzhou Open, HO Oct. 30-Nov. 7 - Toray Pan Pacific Open, HO Nov. 8-10 2020 - WTA Finals, HO Nov. 6-15 2020 - Ladies Linz presented by Upper Austria, HO (Aryna Sabalenka) Nov. 15-18 2020 - WTA Elite Trophy Zhuhai, HO Nov. 20-29 2020 - Guangzhou Open, HO

Thailand Places To Visit And Things To Explore

2020-12-29T07:41:54Z

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id="mod_41082704"> Thailand is believed to be one of the most popular tourist - and honeymoon - travel destination. Rich nature and special culture merge and create unique atmosphere that [https://www.sportsblog.com/search?search=attracts attracts] more and more tourists every year. Thailand is an amazing destination that has a lot to offer a traveler, whether you're staying for just a week, or are taking a long-term exploration of the country. The islands in Thailand are famous for their wonderful beaches, laid back vibe and excellent activities, such as scuba diving. Save yourself from frustrations and embarrassment and learn a little about Thailand before your first trip there. Thailand has long been considered one of the best budget-friendly destinations in the world. It's safe for solo travelers, has activities for all types of adventurers and is very easy on the bank account. I wanted to share a fun-filled day that I had in Krabi, Thailand to show how easy it is to explore on as little as $20 a day. Famous island: Ko Khao Phing Kan is an island in Thailand, In Phang Nga Bay northeast of Phuket. Since 1974, when it was featured in the James Bond movie The Man with the Golden Gun, Khao Phing Kan has been popularly called James Bond Island. Traditions The Yee Peng festival in Northern Thailand is the lantern Festival every backpacker is dreaming about. I've been there and I'll tell you where you can raise your lantern in Chiang Mai. Here in Chiang Mai, our favourite is the Chiang Mai Gate Market or Talat Pratu Chiang Mai, located in the south inside the moat and open 24/7. If you get there in the afternoon or evening, you will find a great variety of street food, but if you go in the morning, you will be able to find a small fruit paradise. Call it a walk-in natural pharmacy. Here is a list of a few remarkable fruits we've eaten in Thailand. Khao Sok National Park in south Thailand (near Phuket, Krabi, Khao Lak) boasts a spectacular landscape of limestone rock formations and ancient rainforest and can be best explored by boat or kayak or on foot (jungle treks). You can stay in tree houses and floating huts on a lake, or try glamping in luxury safari tents at Elephant Hills camp. Ko Khao Phing KanKhao Sok National Park in south Thailand Yee Peng festival Places to explore : Explore Bangkok's Chatuchak Weekend Market. Features: Great food, bargain prices, authentic goods, and sensory overload. Best time to go: Every stall is open on Saturdays and Sundays (get there early — 9am or so) - 6pm. Dive right into the largest outdoor market in Thailand (and probably all of Southeast Asia), which covers 35 acres and contains over 15,000 stalls. The deeper you explore, the deeper you'll go into a fascinating menagerie of exotic birds, hand-carved teak furniture etc. A floating market is a market where goods are sold from boats. Originating in times and places where water transport played an important role in daily life, most floating markets operating today mainly serve as tourist attractions, and are chiefly found in Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam. Koh Mook - It's a beach that is not visible from the ocean, you have to swim through this small cave which opens up to a jungle with a hidden beach that was once used by pirates! Emerald Pool is also called Sa Morakot and was listed in Unseen Thailand situated at Klongtom district, Krabi,Thailand. The water here comes from thermal springs, originating deep underground in [http://www.ehow.com/search.html?s=volcanic%20chambers volcanic chambers]. Also, visit Pattaya beach! It's a Beautiful Beach in Thailand. Main tourist Attraction. Tons to do for Cheap. Islands: Phi Phi Island Thailand - Destroyed by a Tsunami in 2002 this island has surely not become any less attractive than it was in the years before ! Shrouded with tourist from all over the globe Phi Phi is one very lively and energetic island of the coast of Thailand's Main land ! Maya Bay is the main tourist attraction of PhiPhi, Thailand, maybe due to the Beach being filmed there back in 1999. It looks like paradise! Kophangan is one of the main islands in Thailand and that is of course not for nothing. KoPhangan is the island of the fullmoon party. The party that attracts thousands of backpackers from all over the world. Tapu Island and Phing Kan Island - is the main tourist attraction which all tourist boat must stop for visiting and take a photograph . The front side of Tapu Island is very well-known by foreigners because it's one scene of the "James Bond " movie. Activities : Cave/Geological Touring View. Krabi Krabi is the most relaxing part to be in all of Thailand, it is a province that has the most stunning scenery imaginable, beautiful white beaches that stretch on for miles, a jungle and over 200 islands just of the coast. Krabi covers quite a large area so a lot of the attractions require a fair bit of attention and time. Bustling Krabi Town is majestically situated among impossibly angular limestone karsts jutting from the mangroves. Ao Nang Beaches in Krabi : Ao Nang is Krabi's vibrant tourist centre. It has the relaxed atmosphere of a small town, the beauty of a beach resort, and the unique friendliness that sets Thailand apart from the rest. Chatuchak Weekend MarketEmerald Pool Thailand's Main Attractions Bangkok's nightlife experiences are one of the main reasons so many people make the trip to this steamy metropolis year after year. One thing is certain, once the sun sets on Bangkok many parts of the city wake up and it seems every niche has been catered for. Temple of the Emerald Buddha - Thailand Bangkok's main tourist attraction, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is considered the most sacred in the country. The White Temple in Thailand is the creation of Thai artist Chaloemchai Khositphiphat who started building it back in 1998. He has completed only the first of 9 main buildings planned. In an interview, he said "I will dedicate all my life to this work. Also, I have at least 2 generations to continue it after my death. I estimate that it will take about 60-70 years to complete." A main tourist attraction in Thailand would be its many Buddhist temples. The one shown is called Wat Phra Kaew, and is considered to be the most sacred Buddhist temple throughout the country. At the northern end of Bangkok, the Ayutthaya was once considered it's own spectacular city. Now, it has become a major tourist attraction, brimming with ruins and intriguing ancient buildings. This ancient city features a blend of great architectural styles like Sukothai, Lobpuri, Dvaravati, Persian and many more. The main attraction of the town is the French Colonial architecture, with more than 800 old buildings still intact Battambang has the best preserved architecture in South-East Asia. Prasat Hin Phimai boasts some of the most impressive Khmer ruins in Thailand. Though built as a Mahayana Buddhist temple, the carvings also feature many Hindu deities as explained in the visitor center. Some Customs: Light Festival in Ghent, BelgiumItalian family Luminaire de Cagna created the main attraction in the Ghent Light Festival. The spectacular light Cathedral was build with 55.000 energy efficient LED lights. Usually held in January. Phuket FantaSea Show and Buffet, a round trip Phuket FantaSea is a Thai cultural theme park - the world's first entertainment park that presents Thai Culture and Tradition as its main theme. Mingun Paya Mingun is a town in northwest Myanmar (Burma) located 11 km up the Ayeyarwady River located on the west bank from Mandalay. Its main attraction is the ruined Mingun Pahtodawgyi. Tham Lod Cave in Soppong (Northern Thailand) is considered one of Thailand's most impressive caves, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] partly for its size, partly for its attractive limestone stalactite formations and partly for the unusual coffin cave hidden within the main cave. Koh Panyee : Fishing village in Thailand, notable for being built on stilts by Indonesian fishermen. The population consists of roughly 200 families or between 1,500 and 2,000 people descended from 2 seafaring Muslim families from Java. The village includes a floating soccer pitch. Nowadays this is one of the main attractions on tours of Phang Nga Bay from Phuket, often serving as a lunch stop. Some of the main attractions in Khorat are Khmer ruins. Scattered around the province, these products of ancient wisdom shines through time. One of the Thailand's finest Khmer ruins can be seen here next to Mon and Lao sites. In addition, Khorat has an abundance of natural attractions in its forests, hills, wildlife and waterfalls that are easily accessible in locations such as Khao Yai National Park. Thailand/Erawan National Park: is one of the many wonderful national parks in Thailand. This park, in particular, encompasses almost 550 sq km of great mountain tops and valleys. The main attraction here is the Erawan waterfalls, which is of 7 levels and is without a doubt the most beautiful falls in all of Asia. Erawan National Park is one of the most famous national parks in Thailand. Over 80 percent of the park is covered in forests, but the park's main attraction is Erawan Falls, with its emerald green ponds. "The Underwater World", one of Sentosa's most recommended attractions, is a "live museum" boasting thousands of fish and marine creatures... The main attraction is the "transparent tunnel", which passes through a colossal aquarium, with hundreds of fish, sharks, rays, eels and other creatures that swim all around you. Royal palace in Bangkok city,Thailand as the main tourist place to visit in Bangkok [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] while you are there in Thailand. This Royal palace is the former royal residence of the present dynasty. Emerald buddha temple is another temple with very beautiful buildings to explore in Bangkok palace. Kanchanaburi Province - The main attraction being the Death Railway and the Bridge is only a small part of the real attraction of this province. You can find rest houses and motels as well as cafes with a Colonial touch. This is the riverside along the River Kwai. 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Thailand - A Travel Guide With Links To Other Pages About Thailand

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id="mod_20211806">Introduction The author of this page has visited the nation of Thailand on a number of occasions, not as a travel expert, but as a tourist, photographer and writer. During these visits many key attractions have been explored, and a photographic record maintained. On this page I include a resume of the key facts about this country, I briefly relate its geography and its history, I mention some of the important tourist attractions, and I write about the Thai people and culture. The page is first and foremost the Home Page to all my articles about Thailand, and therefore includes links to everything I have written. The articles include information about some of the major attractions, and some personal reflections on my many experiences in the country. All photos have been taken by the author during his visits to the country. N.B: Please note, all of my articles are best read on desktops and laptops The map of Thailand, its neighbouring nations and the coastline | SourceThe topography of Thailand. Note the mountain ranges in the north, and the two great river basins of Central Thailand - the Chao Phraya and the Mekong | Source The Geography and Climate of Thailand The Kingdom of Thailand lies in the heart of the region of South-East Asia, known as Indochina, sharing borders with the nations of Burma, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia. The country, which covers an area of 513,000 sq km (198,000 sq miles), is comparable in size to Spain, larger than the State of California yet rather smaller than the State of Texas. The peninsula nature of South Thailand creates a very long coastline of more than 3,000 km (2,000 miles), and this has greatly benefited Thailand with advantages for international trade, as well as fisheries and tourism. Much of the land in the north and the extreme west is above 500 metres in height. The highest mountain is Doi Inthanon at 2,565 meters (8,415 ft). A smaller range of high hills runs north-south through the centre of the country dividing the land into two great river basins - the Chao Phraya in the west, and the Mekong in the east. Most of the land in these river basins is much lower lying, and this land provide Thailand with its fertile agricultural plains. The peninsular south of Thailand is bounded on the western side by the Andaman Sea and on the eastern side by the Gulf of Thailand, and is a region of lush forest, beautiful limestone karst scenery and coral islands. Just north of the equator but lying well within the Tropic of Cancer, and with temperatures varying between 19 and 38°C (66-100°F), Thailand's climate is generally hot and humid, but three seasons can be identified through most of the country - a 'hot' season from May to August, a 'rainy' season from September to October (in reality the weather is usually fine, but heavy monsoon rainstorms are quite common), and a 'cool' season from November to April (which is not much cooler, but it is much drier and this is therefore the most pleasant time to visit). Temperatures, in truth, show little seasonal variation in most regions of Thailand, but rainfall does. Elephant trekking is popular in the southern islands and the northern hills | Source The Regions of Thailand From the point of view of tourists, this country can be conveniently divided into four regions - the City of Bangkok, the northwest and the hill tribes, the Isaan region of the northeast and the beaches and islands to the south. The following sections contain brief descriptions of some of the major attractions, the geography and climate, the history and culture, which bring tourists to these parts of Thailand. The ruined city of Ayutthaya | Source Bangkok The capital city of Thailand features prominently in my articles, because whatever part of Thailand the tourist intends to visit, Bangkok will usually be on the itinerary somewhere along the line, as the arrival point into the country or the departure point to the rest of the world. And the majority of visitors to Thailand will at least spend a day or two in Bangkok before they head off to other parts. And what a place to spend a couple of days! Noisy, overpopulated, traffic-jammed, exotic and vibrant - Bangkok is a city unlike any other, and I like it. Perhaps not a place to spend a month, but for a few days, there are the most intricately decorated of temples, there's street markets where the city really comes to life, and there's great shopping and entertainments to cater for all tastes. And not far from the city is the ancient ruined Capital of Ayutthaya, and the beach at Pattaya is a day trip away. The Northwest and the Hilltribes For those who wish for a more adventurous or cultural vacation in Thailand, the northwest of the country offers a very different experience. The northwest is home to the ancient kingdoms of Sukhothai and Lanna, and the modern city of Chiang Mai - by all accounts a much more relaxed, less hectic, more beautiful city than Bangkok. But the main appeal for the tourists who head to the forested mountains, the deep valleys and cooler climate of the northwest is culture. Here there is the opportunity to live as a guest of the hill tribes of the region - distinct, indigenous tribes who to a large extent have preserved their traditional lifestyles, their own local language, colourful dress and farming techniques. This is authentic Thailand, and a visit to these parts can be a rewarding experience for many. To date I have not visited the northwest (hence no photos), but perhaps in the future? A giant Buddha statue which stands on a prominent hill in N.E Thailand | Source The Northeast The country between Bangkok and Laos to the north, and between Bangkok and Cambodia to the east, is the least touristy in the country. It is the most rural, and is generally speaking, the least affluent. Much of this land lies in a region known as 'Isaan', a culturally distinct area with its own dialect, cuisine and traditions. The main cities are Udon Thani and Khon Kaen. Not so many Western visitors travel to this area, unless they are backpackers who wish to see rural life in Thailand whilst passing through to Laos or Cambodia. But there are many little known sights, both ancient and modern, to attract in the region, and some of these are to be found in my pages, as I have been fortunate enough to spend a number of weeks in this part of the country as guest of a Thai family. The beautiful Phi Phi Islands | Source The Islands to the South The majority of tourists who come to Thailand flock to the south, to beach resorts such as Krabi and Khao Lak, and to the beautiful limestone karst islands. The most popular tourist destinations include the islands of Koh Samui and Phuket. And in the Andaman Sea there lies the famously exotic Phi Phi Islands as well as many others to choose from. Whatever your personal preference, there is an island or a resort for you - whether it be the family hotel and beach resort, the active water sports haven, the hippie mecca, or the peaceful and unspoilt natural paradise. Long-tail boats on the Phi Phi Islands | Source [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] Bang-Pa In - once the Summer Palace in the Kingdom of Ayutthaya | Source History of Thailand The history of the Thai people before the 13th century is unfortunately not clear today. There were certainly Stone Age settlements in Thailand, whilst Bronze Age civilisation in Ban Chiang in northern Thailand has left many relics. But little else is known for certain. Over the next millennium, a series of migrations and invasions by various groups including southern Chinese and Burmese tribes took place, and during this period Indian settlers brought with them Hinduism and Buddhism. Many rival tribes and local cultures competed for influence and regional supremacy, but gradually two great kingdoms would develop - Lanna in the north west, and Sukhothai, a little further south. Lanna was a powerful state for hundreds of years, but by the 13th century, Sukhothai had established a period of extensive dominance, and during this time the distinctive Thai alphabet was established, and Buddhism became the state religion. But the borders of both Lanna and Sukhothai were far from secure and they were prone to constant incursions from neighbouring states. Lanna gradually declined after long periods of internal and external conflict, while Sukhothai's dominance was short-lived. The remains of the capital of Sukhothai which date from 1238 AD can still be seen today, and are regarded as the ruins of the first major city in Thailand. A powerful new kingdom was developing in the south, and this was soon to absorb Sukhothai into its boundaries. This kingdom was Ayutthaya, and its capital city was established in 1350. Ayutthaya soon spread its influence to incorporate much of modern day Thailand as well as parts of neighbouring Laos and Cambodia, and its emergence signalled the beginnings of a united Thailand, which survived largely without serious challenge for 400 years. During this time, Thailand prospered, and trade with the rest of the world including the great European powers began. However, in 1767 the capital of Ayutthaya fell under the assault of Burmese forces, and was almost completely destroyed, and theThais had to regroup and start again under King Rama I, the first ruler of the Chakri dynasty which still prevails to this day. They built a brand new capital 80 kilometres south in a region called Thonburi on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Gradually this settlement developed across the river, and it was on the East bank that a great city later burgeoned to become modern day Bangkok. During the 19th century, many neighbouring states were colonised by the great powers of Britain and France, but Thailand, as a result of careful diplomacy by its rulers, remained independent and the country began to prosper once more. In 1932, the absolute monarchy which had ruled Thailand for so long came to an end with a bloodless coup by the military, but the King was very soon re-installed as a constitutional monarch. Throughout much of this history from about the 13th century, the name of 'Siam' was used for the region, gradually being adopted by both the indigenous people and by European traders as the official name of the country. But on 24th June 1939, the nation - the only one in south east Asia to remain forever free of European colonisation - officially changed its name to 'Thailand', which means 'Free Land'. Today Thailand remains proud of its claim never to have come under the control of a Western empire. Thailand - the Buddhist Nation | Source The Economy The economy is the second largest in S.E Asia, and Thailand's exports are of vital importance. Principal trade is in fish and agricultural foods - Thailand is one of the world's largest exporters of rice. Other major commodities include textiles and rubber, jewellery, computer goods and electrical appliances. This export market also means that despite its appeal as a vacation destination, Thailand relies on tourism for only 7% of its gross domestic product. One of the most famous of Thai traditions is the floating market - once the mainstay of trade on the canals, but now largely maintained as a tourist attraction | Source The Government Thailand has been a constitutional hereditary monarchy since 1932. The present Head of State is King Rama IX, Bhumibol Adulyadej*. As a constitutional monarch he takes no direct role in the day to day politics of the country, but remains a much revered and loved figure across all political divides. Following the ending of absolute monarchy, a series of military dictatorships alternated with civilian prime ministers in the mid to late 20th century, but gradually the country has been stabilising into democracy. Democracy is still not entirely secure, and rifts between the two major parties and between the urban and rural populations have led to sporadic civil disturbances and army interventions. It should however, be made clear that these actions are usually very short-lived and localised - it seems the army has no wish to dominate political affairs, and when such incidents have occurred, power has been quickly returned to civilian authorities. Essentially the country is peaceful. Today there is an elected Prime Minister as the head of a government which consists of two Houses of Parliament - a Senate and a House of Representatives. The judiciary is independent of government. * In 2016 the King, the longest reigning monarch in the world, died. Currently also, the country is once again under military rule, and yet remains essentially peaceful. A traditional Thai dancer. Thais are rightly proud of their culture, though it is a culture derived from many regional influences over the centuries of settlement | Source The Thai People - Ethnicity and Religion Approximately 65 million people live in Thailand, of which more than 80% can be described as ethnically Thai - the descendants of the peoples who have lived throughout the region or settled here over most of the past 2000 years. They all broadly speak the same language, though there are regional dialects and differences in vocabulary, most notably in the Isaan region of North East Thailand. Of the remaining 15 to 20% of the population, the majority are more recent Chinese arrivals, with smaller numbers of immigrants from other neighbouring countries, as well as Western settlers. Lastly there are the ethnically distinct hill tribes of the North West such as the Hmong and Karen - peoples who have never fully integrated into the Thai culture of the rest of the country. 95% of Thais belong to the Theravada School of the Buddhist faith, the expression of Buddhism most prevalent in Burma, Laos, Cambodia and Sri Lanka, and most closely allied to the Buddha's original teachings. Other schools of Buddhism - Mahayana, and its more diverse variations including Vajrayana and Zen Buddhism - are predominant in the far east, in China, Japan and Vietnam, and also in the Dalai Lama's Tibet. In practice, the differences between the schools are not huge, and perhaps most obvious to tourists is the colour of the robes of the monks - unlike the maroon robes so familiarly worn by the Dalai Lama, Thai monks wear saffron orange-yellow or ochre-brown. The only other faith of significance in Thailand is Islam, which forms the majority religion in three extreme southern provinces. Sadly, as is so often the case in the world today, religious and cultural tensions have led to separatist movements here, and increasing incidents of violence. It should be stressed however, that these tensions rarely impinge upon the areas of the south which most tourists frequent. Consultation with a Buddhist monk | Source Source The Thai People - Culture and Etiquette A popular description for Thailand which the nation likes to encourage, is 'The Land of Smiles'. Although of course Thais can be as miserable as the rest of us, there is some small degree of truth to the nickname. Thai people do tend to have a relatively peaceful contented way of viewing the world, and they are usually not aggressive by nature. Customs and etiquette are observed but not usually fanatically so, as befits a pacific religion like Buddhism. For the traveller there are however, some aspects of Thai culture and etiquette which should be observed out of respect for the people. Any guide book will list the do's and don'ts of how to conduct oneself as a tourist on holiday in Thailand. The following list is a basic guide to key requirements: The wai is, for me, one of the most enchanting aspects of Thai culture. It is the greeting in which hands are held together prayer-like in front of the body, and it is so much more graceful than a handshake. Thais will, of course happily accept a handshake from a foreigner, but a wai will be especially appreciated. By tradition, the head - the top of the body - is considered sacred, and the feet - the lowest part of the body - are also considered the lowest in other respects. Therefore, one shouldn't really touch the head of a stranger, or sit with bare feet pointed towards another person. (Having said this, I haven't yet noticed any obvious distaste when Thais are confronted with such a sight). Speaking of the feet, one custom which appears to be almost universally observed is the removal of shoes when entering private houses. It also tends to be observed by locals in hotel rooms. Most importantly, it is definitely required upon entering the most sacred of the temple buildings. Religion is the institution on which Thai etiquette is most important. Monks, who are familiar figures on the streets in their orange robes, should be treated with some respect, and should not be touched by women - if a female wishes to offer gifts to a monk, the gift should placed in front, for the monk to pick up. If respect for religion is an obvious requirement, the necessity of respecting a king may not be so [http://www.travelpod.com/s/obvious obvious]. Yet in Thailand, photos of the King are everywhere, and he is revered. Anyone showing gross disrespect may find themselves in trouble. And when the national anthem is played, for example in cinemas, the public stand. Long-tail boat in the Andaman Sea. This photo was taken in the Phi Phi Islands, where rock climbing, kayaking, snorkeling and diving, are all options to try | SourceExotic hotel setting in Krabi. And if you don't want to swim in the pool, the Andaman Sea is just one mile away | Source Tourism No country in South Eastern Asia receives more tourists than Thailand, and with good reason. Great sandy beaches and coral islands, great historic and religious attractions, and distinctive modern culture, cuisine and night life, all mean that this country has plenty to offer. Coupled with this, Thailand is relatively safe and welcoming for the tourist with moderate attitudes and tolerance of foreign customs. Finally, the climate is tropical and the nature is exotic. Any time of the year can be a good time to visit, though the 'cool' season of December to February is the most popular and most expensive period of the year. Off peak is May to August when Thailand is quite humid. The people who travel are of all kinds: 1) For those who want comfort and relaxation, Thailand boasts some of the finest of hotels including luxury spa resorts in the south, and five star properties in Bangkok. 2) For those who want sun, sea and sand, Thailand's huge coastline and many islands offers everything one could hope for. 3) For those who want Asia on a budget, Thailand has a magnetic draw for backpackers and carefree teenagers, and lots of cheap rooms in which to deposit their rucksacks! 4) For those who want exotic, lively and sometimes dubious night life, Bangkok has it all - enough said! 5) For those who want culture in the raw, trekking vacations, and living as guests of a hill tribe family, there are now options readily available to the more adventurous traveller. "lat":13.661559,"lng":98.729789999999994,"zoom":4,"mapType":"HYBRID","markers":[],"moduleId":"20732583" Thailand - a Country to Visit and Enjoy Thailand means different things to different people. To some it means a lazy beach holiday on Phuket Island or snorkeling around the beautiful limestone islands of the south. To others it means cultural adventures and hill trekking among the tribes of the north west. And to yet others it means colourful temples, and exotic nightlife and world famous cuisine in bustling Bangkok. But to all who visit, Thailand should mean an enjoyable experience among friendly people - a richly memorable vacation. I hope that these pages of mine which are linked to here, help to provide a flavour of the country, the places to visit, and the experiences to enjoy. And above all, I hope that if you do choose to go there, you will enjoy your vacation to Thailand - the Land of Smiles. 'Land of Smiles' | Source References[ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] All My Other Pages ... I have written articles on many subjects including science and history, politics and philosophy, [http://www.buzznet.com/?s=film%20reviews film reviews] and travel guides, as well as poems and stories. All can be accessed by clicking on my name at the top of this page Thai [ ][ ]by chasmac7 [ ][ ]by Paul Richard Kuehn11 I'd Love to Hear Your Comments. Thanks, Alun [ ] or [ ] and post using a HubPages Network account. 0 of 8192 characters used[# Post Comment]No HTML is allowed in comments, but URLs will be hyperlinked. Comments are not for [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] promoting your articles or other sites. sendingAUTHORGreensleeves Hubs  7 years ago from Essex, UK Express10; Thanks so much. I very much appreciate your comments about both the text and the photos. It was a pleasure to introduce this country to readers and to hopefully encourage a few to visit and enjoy its varied attractions. Cheers Alun. H C Palting  7 years ago from East Coast This is a very informative and useful hub. I am happy that you mentioned the off peak seasons in addition to the culture and etiquette. 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Ex-soldier apos;s Pride At Seeing Top Spy Wear His Jacket During Rescue

2020-12-29T02:51:24Z

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A former special forces soldier turned fashion designer was filled with pride when he saw Australia's top spy wearing a jacket he created while rescuing academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert from her Iranian jail. Mark Wales was watching the prisoner swap on the news last week when he noticed Nick Warner, the 70-year-old director general of the Australian Secret Intelligence Service, wearing a leather Kill Kapture jacket as he escorted Dr Moore-Gilbert into a van. Mr Wales, from the Pilbara region of Western Australia, created the brand in New York after retiring from a distinguished SAS career which included ten tours of duty with four in [/news/afghanistan/index.html Afghanistan]. Mark Wales (pictured in the field), from the Pilbara region of Western Australia, created the Kill Kapture brand in New York after retiring from a distinguished SAS career Mr Wales (pictured) created his brand after 16 years in the military. Australia's spy boss wore one of his jackets during a prisoner swap Mr Warner's decision to wear the brand, which closely identifies with special operations forces, could be interpreted as a subtle tribute to Australia's dedicated and law-abiding soldiers who have been shocked by war crimes allegations reported last week. Mr Wales, who spent 16 years in the military including six in special ops, told Daily Mail Australia he was 'proud as anything' when he saw Mr Warner wearing his design. 'I replayed the footage because I was looking at the guy leaning forward in the van and I was thinking the seam of the back of that jacket looks like one of mine,' he said. 'And then when he turned I saw the chevrons on the neck and I thought "oh sh***" that's Nick Warner in my jacket. 'I thought ''that's really cool'' and I was proud as anything to see it in the mix overseas.' Mr Wales revealed that Mr Warner's wife had bought her husband the $1,500 jacket for a birthday present. Mr Wales met his [http://www.estateguideblog.com/?s=wife%20Samantha wife Samantha] (pictured together) when they both starred on Australian Survivor in 2017. The pair, who are parents to son Harry, married last year Mr Wales (pictured in the field), who spent 16 years in the military including six in special ops, told Daily Mail Australia he was filled with pride when he saw Mr Warner wearing his design Mr Wales (pictured) joined the military as a young man. Now his business gives him a sense of purpose 'The jacket is designed for ex-military, spies, diplomats, politicians, or anyone who wants to support our military,' Mr Wales said. [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html Alongside running his business, Mr Wales competes in adventure races and starred in Amazon Prime show World's Toughest Race, hosted by Bear Grills. He met his wife Samantha - also an adventurer - when they both starred on Australian Survivor in 2017. The pair, who are parents to son Harry, married last year. Nick Warner (left) donned a $1,500 Kill Kapture jacket complete with three chevrons (circled) as he rescued Kylie Moore-Gilbert (centre). Chevrons are used to display rank in the military Mr Warner (left) is pictured escorting Dr Moore-Gilbert (centre) into a van after she was released from custody in Tehran The jacket (pictured) features three chevrons on the neck and a tracking system in case it gets lost. It is marketed at former troops and other men of action The Kill Kapture brand is closely identified with special operations forces whose missions often require them to kill or capture target enemies. The jacket, which features three chevrons on the neck and a tracking system in case it gets lost, is marketed at former troops and other men of action. Australia's special forces have faced scrutiny after a four-year ADF inquiry last week reported evidence of 39 murders of civilians or prisoners by 25 Aussies serving in Afghanistan from 2009 to 2016. The Chief of the Army last week revealed that 13 members face the sack after being handed administrative action notices proposing to terminate their employment. I cried for a bit, proud of the 11 years of work I had put in,[https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ][https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] in 2007 so that he would be re-deployed even though he says mental health struggles can 'reduce cognition, empathy and judgment.' Mr Wales believes Australia's special forces were overused in Afghanistan and as a result soldiers were ground down and psychologically scarred. [http://www.fool.com/search/solr.aspx?q=%27The%20psychological 'The psychological] impact of repeated, violent episodes in warfighting started to fracture our forces,' he wrote in an opinion piece for [ ] after the Brereton report was handed down. RELATED ARTICLES [# Previous] [# 1] [# Next] [/news/article-8999917/China-attacks-Australia-vile-fake-image-soldier-Afghan-boy.html Australia slams China over fake image of soldier holding a...] [/news/article-8992255/Spy-chiefs-subtle-tribute-Australias-brave-troops-rescues-Kylie-Moore-Gilbert-Iran.html EXCLUSIVE: Spy chief's hidden tribute to under-fire Aussie...] Share this article Share 'Killing became incentivised and a toxic culture grew from an inversion of power within special ops.' Mr Wales, who is not under investigation, said the allegations of unlawful killings were 'evil' and 'inexcusable' but argued the 'decision-makers that green-lighted this mess of a war, year after year, are just as culpable.' Dr Moore-Gilbert (pictured) was jailed for 10 years in Iran but Australia rescued her He said he feels 'terrible' that his service has been tarnished by the actions of a minority. Dr Moore-Gilbert, an Islamic studies lecturer with British and Australian citizenship, was arrested at Tehran Airport in September 2018. She was charged with espionage and jailed for 10 years after a secret trial. The Australian government rejected her conviction and negotiated her release in exchange for three Iranian terrorists who were jailed in Thailand. When Dr Moore-Gilbert was released after surviving 804 days in Iran's worst prisons, she thanked the Australian government for 'working tirelessly' to secure her freedom. Mr Warner, who was Australia's ambassador to Iran from 1994 to 1997, was said to have played a pivotal role in the negotiations, using his diplomatic contacts. The 70-year-old, who will retire in December, caused a stir in 2017 when he famously posed with Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte while copying the strongman's signature move of a raised fist. It is not suggested that Mr Warner in any way supports or condones the alleged carrying out of war crimes by members of the SASR, only that he may be supportive of the SASR as an institution. Mr Warner is pictured with Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte in 2017. He will retire in Dec[ If it bleeds, we can kill it - Kill Kapture][ If it bleeds, we can kill it - Kill Kapture] DM.later('bundle', function() DM.has('external-source-links', 'externalLinkTracker'); );

Ex-soldier apos;s Pride At Seeing Top Spy Wear His Jacket During Rescue

2020-12-29T01:49:21Z

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A former special forces soldier turned fashion designer was filled with pride when he saw Australia's top spy wearing a jacket he created while rescuing academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert from her Iranian jail. Mark Wales was watching the prisoner swap on the news last week when he noticed Nick Warner, the 70-year-old director general of the Australian Secret Intelligence Service, wearing a leather Kill Kapture jacket as he escorted Dr Moore-Gilbert into a van. Mr Wales, from the Pilbara region of Western Australia, created the brand in New York after retiring from a distinguished SAS career which included ten tours of duty with four in [/news/afghanistan/index.html Afghanistan]. Mark Wales ([http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/_search?q=pictured pictured] in the field), from the Pilbara region of Western Australia, created the Kill Kapture brand in New York after retiring from a distinguished SAS career Mr Wales (pictured) created his brand after 16 years in the military. Australia's spy boss wore one of his jackets during a prisoner swap Mr Warner's decision to wear the brand, which closely identifies with special operations forces, could be interpreted as a subtle tribute to Australia's dedicated and law-abiding soldiers who have been shocked by war crimes allegations reported last week. Mr Wales, who spent 16 years in the military including six in special ops, told Daily Mail Australia he was 'proud as anything' when he saw Mr Warner wearing his design. 'I replayed the footage because I was looking at the guy leaning forward in the van and I was thinking the seam of the back of that jacket looks like one of mine,' he said. 'And then when he turned I saw the chevrons on the neck and I thought "oh sh***" that's Nick Warner in my jacket. 'I thought ''that's really cool'' and I was proud as anything to see it in the mix overseas.' Mr Wales revealed that Mr Warner's wife had bought her husband the $1,500 jacket for a birthday present. Mr Wales met his wife Samantha (pictured together) when they both starred on Australian Survivor in 2017. The pair, who are parents to son Harry, married last year Mr Wales (pictured in the field), who spent 16 years in the military including six in special ops, told Daily Mail Australia he was filled with pride when he saw Mr Warner wearing his design Mr Wales (pictured) joined the military as a young man. Now his business gives him a sense of purpose 'The jacket is designed for ex-military, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html Alongside running his business, Mr Wales competes in adventure races and starred in Amazon Prime show World's Toughest Race, hosted by Bear Grills. He met his wife Samantha - also an adventurer - when they both starred on Australian Survivor in 2017. The pair, who are parents to son Harry, married last year. Nick Warner (left) donned a $1,500 Kill Kapture jacket complete with three chevrons (circled) as he rescued Kylie Moore-Gilbert (centre). Chevrons are used to display rank in the military Mr Warner (left) is pictured escorting Dr Moore-Gilbert (centre) into a van after she was released from custody in Tehran The jacket (pictured) features three chevrons on the neck and a tracking system in case it gets lost. It is marketed at former troops and other men of action The Kill Kapture brand is closely identified with special operations forces whose missions often require them to kill or capture target enemies. The jacket, which features three chevrons on the neck and a tracking system in case it gets lost, is marketed at former troops and other men of action. Australia's special forces have faced scrutiny after a four-year ADF inquiry last week reported evidence of 39 murders of civilians or prisoners by 25 Aussies serving in Afghanistan from 2009 to 2016. The Chief of the Army last week revealed that 13 members face the sack after being handed administrative action notices proposing to terminate their employment. I cried for a bit, proud of the 11 years of work I had put in,[https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan][https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan] in 2007 so that he would be re-deployed even though he says mental health struggles can 'reduce cognition, empathy and judgment.' Mr Wales believes Australia's special forces were overused in Afghanistan and as a result soldiers were ground down and psychologically scarred. 'The psychological impact of repeated, violent episodes in warfighting started to fracture our forces,' he wrote in an opinion piece for [ ] after the Brereton report was handed down. RELATED ARTICLES [# Previous] [# 1] [# Next] [/news/article-8999917/China-attacks-Australia-vile-fake-image-soldier-Afghan-boy.html Australia slams China over fake image of soldier holding a...] [/news/article-8992255/Spy-chiefs-subtle-tribute-Australias-brave-troops-rescues-Kylie-Moore-Gilbert-Iran.html EXCLUSIVE: Spy chief's hidden tribute to under-fire Aussie...] Share this article Share 'Killing became incentivised and a toxic culture grew from an inversion of power within special ops.' Mr Wales, who is not under investigation, said the allegations of unlawful killings were 'evil' and 'inexcusable' but argued the 'decision-makers that green-lighted this mess of a war, year after year, are just as culpable.' Dr Moore-Gilbert (pictured) was jailed for 10 years in Iran but Australia rescued her He said he feels 'terrible' that his service has been tarnished by the actions of a minority. Dr Moore-Gilbert, an Islamic studies lecturer with British and Australian citizenship, was arrested at Tehran Airport in September 2018. She was charged with espionage and jailed for 10 years after a secret trial. The Australian government rejected her conviction and negotiated her release in exchange for three Iranian terrorists who were jailed in [https://www.biggerpockets.com/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&term=Thailand Thailand]. When Dr Moore-Gilbert was released after surviving 804 days in Iran's worst prisons, she thanked the Australian government for 'working tirelessly' to secure her freedom. Mr Warner, who was Australia's ambassador to Iran from 1994 to 1997, was said to have played a pivotal role in the negotiations, using his diplomatic contacts. The 70-year-old, who will retire in December, caused a stir in 2017 when he famously posed with Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte while copying the strongman's signature move of a raised fist. 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Rosie Perez Reveals She Caught COVID-19 Back In December

2020-12-29T00:14:33Z

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While [/news/coronavirus/index.html COVID-19] didn't start to ravage most of the United States until March, Rosie Perez revealed she caught the virus back in December. The 56-year-old actress was flying to Bangkok, [/news/thailand/index.html Thailand] to film her new HBO Max series The Flight Attendant, when she caught the vi[# She said the whole experience was 'terrifying,' and recalled even telling her manager, 'don't let me die in Bangkok.' Early case: While COVID-19 didn't start to ravage most of the United States until March, Rosie Perez revealed she caught the virus back in December' HBO shut down production in March, with in the middle of the show's sixth episode (of eight). 'I had contracted COVID when we flew to Bangkok. And at that time, they were saying it's a new respiratory tract infection. It's a virus that's going around. We don't really know what it is and what it does, but it attacks the respiratory system first and then travels to other parts of your body,' Perez began. RELATED ARTICLES Previous][# Previous] [# 1] [# Next] [/tvshowbiz/article-3159617/Michelle-Collins-confirmed-new-host-The-View.html Comedienne Michelle Collins confirmed as new co-host of The...] [/tvshowbiz/article-3153838/Rosie-Perez-breaka-tears-quits-View.html 'Today is very bittersweet for me!' An emotional Rosie Perez...] Share this article Share 'And I was like, "Oh my God." It was terrifying. I remember my manager was with me, and I said, "Tarik, don't let me die in Bangkok." And he goes, "Oh my God, you're scaring me." Contracted: 'I had contracted COVID when we flew to [http://thesaurus.com/browse/Bangkok Bangkok]. And at that time, they were saying it's a new respiratory tract infection. It's a virus that's going around. We don't really know what it is and what it does, but it attacks the respiratory system first and then travels to other parts of your body,' Perez began She added the 'head of the ICU told them, 'You should be scared, sir. This is serious. We're going to have to put her in a separate room." Because it was new. [This] was in December." Perez added that the doctor's warning about wearing a mask every time you go outside is something she never forgot. 'I remember the doctor saying to me, "The mask that you have on, the mask that I have on, every time you go outside, every time you meet someone wear that mask — not just for you, but to protect them too." And I haven't forgotten it,' she said. Scared: She added the 'head of the ICU told them, 'You should be scared, sir. This is serious. We're going to have to put her in a separate room." Because it was new. [This] was in December' Mask: 'I remember the doctor saying to me, "The mask that you have on, the mask that I have on, every time you go outside, every time you meet someone wear that mask — not just for you, but to protect them too." And I haven't forgotten it,' she said Perez added that shutting down the show was 'tough' because, 'it was a good gig for a lot of hard-working people.' 'The only person who remained steadfast was Kaley. She kept saying, "Just relax, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan] Rose. We're going to go back. I know HBO believes in this, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour đi thái lan] just relax,"' Perez said. Perez also joked that she usually takes a week off to celebrate her birthday, though Cuoco said, 'I think you should hold off on that because I think we might go back,' and that was, 'exactly when we went back. Relax: 'The only person who remained steadfast was Kaley. She kept saying, "Just relax, Rose. We're going to go back. I know HBO believes in this, just relax,"' Perez said Birthday: Perez also joked that she usually takes a week off to celebrate her birthday, though Cuoco said, 'I think you should hold off on that because I think we might go back,' and that was, 'exactly when we went back She added that she was 'nervous' going back to the set after contracting COVID-19, though she quickly learned, 'everything was run so efficiently.' 'They took every precaution possible. They were really professional about it, real champs, and put everyone at ease,' Perez added. HBO Max debuted the first three episodes of The Flight Attendant on Thursday, with the fourth and fifth episodes arriving Precaution: 'They took every precaution possible. They were really professional about it, real champs, and put everyone at ease,' Perez added Nervous: She added that she was 'nervous' going back to the set after contracting COVID-19, though she quickly learned, 'everything was run so efficiently' data-track-module="am-external-links^external-links"> Read more: [ Rosie Perez Interview: On ‘The Flight Attendant,' 'Big Mouth' Spinoff] DM.later('bundle', function() DM.has('external-source-links', 'externalLinkTracker'); );

Thai Protesters March To Barracks Against King apos;s Military Power

2020-12-28T23:33:02Z

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By Patpicha Tanakasempipat and Jiraporn Kuhakan BANGKOK, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Thousands of anti-government Thai protesters marched to an army barracks on Sunday to challenge King Maha Vajiralongkorn's personal control over some army units. It was the latest act of defiance against the king by protesters who have broken taboos by criticising the monarchy. The Thai constitution says the monarchy must be revered and laws ban insulting the institution. Protesters, many carrying inflatable ducks which have become a protest mascot, stopped at the gates of the 11th [http://www.bbc.co.uk/search/?q=Infantry Infantry] Regiment, part of the King's Guard that played a role in the suppression of anti-establishment protests in 2010. Lines of riot police [http://photobucket.com/images/blocked%20protesters blocked protesters] at the gate. "No democratic country sees a king control an army. In any democratic country with a king as head of state, armed forces report to the government," said Arnon Nampa, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tua du lịch thái lan] a rights lawyer and protest leader who has been a frequent critic of the monarchy. "We've been seeing the monarchy expanding its powers. That´s why we're here today." The Royal Palace has made no comment since protests began, but the king hmself said recently that protesters are loved "all the same" despite their actions. Protesters accuse the monarchy of enabling decades of military domination. There have been 13 successful coups since 1932, [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] when absolute rule by the monarch came to an end. Protests began in July and initially demanded the departure of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, a former junta leader, and a new constitution. Demonstrators have expanded their demands since then to include curbs on the powers of the king. Arnon is among several protest leaders facing charges under lese majeste laws against insulting the monarchy after speeches he made at previous rallies. The Foreign Ministry said in a statement that Thailand adhered to the rule of law and the right to freedom of speech must stay within those boundaries. "In every case where the law is violated, officials take action with strict adherence to the appropriate legal processes without discrimination," the ministry said. The prime minister has dismissed demands that he quit and rejected accusations that he engineered last year's election to retain power after taking office in 2014. Video shared on social media showed soldiers taking down a giant picture of the king and queen at the entrance to the barracks before the protest. (Writing by Matthew Tostevin; Editing by Robert Birsel)

Scott Morrison Says Kylie Moore-Gilbert apos;s Return Was apos;moment Of Joy apos;

2020-12-28T19:13:59Z

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Prime Minister [/news/scott-morrison/index.html Scott Morrison] says the return of Kylie Moore-Gilbert to Australia after two years in an Iranian prison was a 'moment of pure joy'. The British-Australian academic was freed this week after spending more than two years in detention in [/news/iran/index.html Iran] on spying charges she and the Australian government vehemently deny. She arrived in Canberra on Friday afternoon and is now undergoing two weeks of mandatory hotel quarantine. Mr Morrison this week described Dr Moore-Gilbert as 'an extraordinarily intelligent, strong and [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] courageous woman' and an 'amazing Australian'. Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the return of Kylie Moore-Gilbert (pictured) to Australia after two years in an Iranian prison was a 'moment of pure joy' To a NSW Liberal State Council meeting on Saturday, Mr Morrison - who is also in isolation after his recent trip to Japan - also praised the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for their hard work and Foreign Minister Marise Payne for her diplomatic efforts. 'The return of Dr [http://www.blogher.com/search/apachesolr_search/Kylie%20Moore-Gilbert Kylie Moore-Gilbert] this week was a moment of pure joy,' Mr Morrison said. 'It was one of the really good days. And Marise's efforts in leading that effort to secure Kylie's release and see her come home to Australia is just absolutely tremendous.' RELATED ARTICLES [# Previous] [# 1] [# Next] [/news/article-8994983/How-Schapelle-Corbys-security-guard-helped-orchestrate-release-Australian-academic-Iran.html How Schapelle Corby's security guard helped with Australian...] [/news/article-8993115/Australian-academic-Kylie-Moore-Gilbert-celebrates-release-Iranian-prison-Tim-Tam.html Australian academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert reveals how she...] Share this article Share Both Mr Morrison and [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] Senator Payne spoke to Dr Moore-Gilbert earlier in the week and described her as in good spirits. The Middle Eastern studies lecturer at Melbourne University was arrested at Tehran's airport in 2018 after attending an academic conference. She was sentenced to ten years' imprisonment on spying charges. The Australian government has refused to confirm reports that her release was secured as part of a prisoner exchange. Three Iranian prisoners were released from Thailand earlier this week. Mr Morrison this week described Dr Moore-Gilbert as 'an extraordinarily intelligent, strong and [https://www.kynghidongduong.vn/tours/tour-thai-lan-bangkok-pattaya-5-ngay.html tour thái lan giá rẻ] courageous woman' and an 'amazing Australian' She arrived in Canberra on Friday afternoon and is now undergoing two weeks of mandatory hotel quarantine

More Details About The Beaches Of Thailand

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By Chayut Setboonsarng and Matthew Tostevin BANGKOK, Dec 2 (Reuters) - In July, as thousands of Thais demanded the resignation of the government in one of the largest street demonstrations since a 2014 military coup, Army Sergeant Ekkachai Wangkaphan sided with the [http://www.google.com/search?q=protesters&btnI=lucky protesters]. "Down with dictatorship," he wrote on Facebook under a news story about a jailed activist, a week before the protest. On the day of the protest, July 18, he shared a livestream and pictures with the hashtag of the Free Youth [http://www.wood-furniture.biz/search/search.php?query=protest&search=1 protest] group. A few weeks later, he shared a photo of a protester carrying a placard saying "The country where you speak the truth and you go to jail." His superiors in the Royal Thai Army warned him to stop. But he had already made up his mind to quit and left the army in October. "When the protests escalated, orders to prohibit social media posts came in more often," Ekkachai, 33, told Reuters in an interview. "They want to nip it in the bud, but they can't." Social media is exposing discontent among some soldiers, police and civil servants after months of protests against Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha and the monarchy of King Maha Vajiralongkorn. Although Thai soldiers have occasionally expressed sympathy for protesters in past bouts of political unrest, the rapid expansion of social media is making it difficult to contain. Reuters reviewed dozens of social media posts and messages on chat groups used by soldiers and police and found many expressing sympathy with protesters and anger or unease over the way those who oppose the government are being treated. Some posted about their loyalty to Thailand's institutions. It is impossible to establish how far disaffection reaches based on social media activity. But the posts have attracted the attention of authorities. "If you are posting things that are creating misunderstanding and provocation that would create instability, that is inappropriate," said Colonel Sirijan Ngathong, the army's deputy spokeswoman, adding that commanding officers were reviewing the social media activity of soldiers to prevent breaches of army rules. She did not respond to requests for comment on the case involving Ekkachai or whether surveillance had increased since protests escalated in July. Some posts appeared on the viral video-sharing app TikTok. One TikTok video, now removed, showed a soldier giving the three-fingered salute, a gesture of resistance featured in "The Hunger Games" film that Thailand´s student-led, anti-government protest movement adopted. "Keep up the struggle, Thai brothers and sisters," said the caption. The video´s author told Reuters that he is a serving professional soldier but asked that his name not be used. 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Thailand´s army has seized power 13 times since then and has on several occasions been involved in bloody crackdowns on protesters including in 1973, 1976, 1992 and 2010. Although many of the coups have had the broad support of the armed forces, cracks in the military have been exposed in the past. During a bloody 2010 crackdown on red-shirted anti-government protesters in Bangkok, some green-uniformed soldiers openly sympathized with the demonstrators, tipping off the group´s leaders ahead of a planned army operation. They were dubbed "watermelons" - green on the outside with red sympathies on the inside. That same year, rogue general Khattiya Sawasdipol - known as "Seh Daeng" or "Commander Red" - was assassinated after he came out in support of anti-government protesters, showing that displays of disloyalty in the Thai military can be dangerous. "Security forces, especially those who have to confront the protesters, are in a stressful position," said Kiranee Tammapiban-udom of government consultancy Maverick Consulting Group. They have to follow orders but at the same time are branded "servants of tyranny" by protesters, she said. One protest leader, Tattep Ruangprapaikitseree, said he encouraged security forces to disobey orders. "Turn your backs to your commanders, the regime will collapse," he told Reuters. Another soldier who had also posted on social media said he was looking to defuse tension rather than escalate it. "Maybe it's time for the older generation to listen to the young," he said. "Asking Prayuth to quit and for changes to the constitution is not abolishing the monarchy." DRESS CODE: YELLOW Some Thai police and civil servants are also questioning their roles. Many have been ordered to join official displays of loyalty to the crown, such as lining royal motorcade routes wearing yellow shirts - the king's colour. Police Colonel Kissana Phathanacharoen told Reuters such activities are part of police duty and that law enforcement was politically neutral. "Is this police work?" queried one police officer in an internal chat group, responding to a superior officer´s request in the group for participants to join a royal event. The superior officer responded in the chat group that he was passing on orders and that questions should be addressed to more senior levels. One document seen by Reuters, sent by the Bangkok Metropolitan Police to the Office of Police Strategy, a national body, requested "250 female police officers and 1,950 male along the route of the royal motorcade" for a funeral on Oct. 29 in Bangkok. "Dress code: yellow shirt with yellow collar. Long black pants, black shoes." Bangkok police spokesman Kissana said this was a normal police duty. "Basically, we are disguised as civilians," a female police officer in her late 20s from the Royal Thai Police told Reuters, asking to remain anonymous. "We´re told to wear yellow and shout 'Long live the king'." Protesters say police are easy to spot on such occasions because of their short haircuts. One 23-year-old civil servant complained at being ordered to attend a seminar to praise the works of the Chakri dynasty, of which Vajiralongkorn is the 10th king. "I can't do much, so I donate to the protesters," she told Reuters. (Reporting by Chayut Setboonsarng and Matthew Tostevin in Bangkok Editing by Bill Rigby)

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