The Nation (Thailand) articles from February 2010

The Nation (Thailand) archives from February 2010

Agence France-Presse.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Agence France-Presse Wellington The Wellington Hurricanes maintained their unbeaten Super14 record but were flattered by the scoreline as they pieced together an unconvincing 33-18 win over the Golden Lions...

Agence France-Presse.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Agence France-Presse Cardiff Wales coach Warren Gatland said his side had "pushed the self-destruct button" after their 26-20 Six Nations loss to France at the Millennium Stadium on Friday. Victory left France on...

Guardian News Service.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Guardian News Service London Fabio Capello was not taking questions as he sat in baggage reclaim at Heathrow on Friday, but there are some he cannot avoid putting to himself. His handling of the Wayne Bridge issue...

Telecom laws were manipulated to benefit Shin Corp subsidiary AIS, says court The majority of Supreme Court judges ruled on Friday that the defendant, Thaksin Shinawatra, used his authority as prime minister to pass an executive decree imposing telecom ex.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Telecom laws were manipulated to benefit Shin Corp subsidiary AIS, says court The majority of Supreme Court judges ruled on Friday that the defendant, Thaksin Shinawatra, used his authority as prime minister to pass an...

Citizens worried about aftermath of verdict.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Citizens worried about aftermath of verdict The largest group of Bangkok residents surveyed said they were worried about the political situation worsening after Friday's court verdict in the assets-seizure case,...

Red shirts down but far from out.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Red shirts down but far from out Pravit Rojanaphruk The Nation on Sunday Those expecting the red shirts to have a change of heart towards ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra after the Supreme Court on Friday found him guilty...

police are taking no chances.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. police are taking no chances Suparat Iamtan The Nation on Sunday The Metropolitan Police will station officers at the Supreme Court building and key locations for another week, even though the Thaksin assets trial...

Toyota denies charge of hiding information.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Toyota denies charge of hiding information Agence France-Presse Washington A top US lawmaker has attacked Toyota for allegedly withholding documents it was legally required to hand over in lawsuits by people...

fears mount as home sales dip again.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. fears mount as home sales dip again Agence France-Presse Washington US existing-home sales fell to their lowest level in seven months in January, industry data showed on Friday, highlighting ongoing woes for a...

Agence France-Presse.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Agence France-Presse London British polar explorer Pen Hadow on Thursday unveiled his latest challenge, leading a team of scientists to investigate rising acid levels in the Arctic Ocean that threaten marine life. ...

Zen meditation fends off pain, says Canadian study.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Zen meditation fends off pain, says Canadian study Zen meditation helps lower sensitivity to pain by thickening a part of the brain that regulates emotion and painful sensations, according a Montreal study published on...

Dementieva set.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Dementieva set for another title in KL Agence France-Presse Kuala Lumpur Elena Dementieva, the Beijing Olympics gold medallist, is ready to claim another singles title at the Malaysian Open after a 6-1 6-3 win...

KIDD'S MASTERSTROKE: A BUMP ON COURT.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. KIDD'S MASTERSTROKE: A BUMP ON COURT Guard pushes surging Mavs to 6th straight win Deutsche Presse-Agentur Los Angeles Jason Kidd was at his best when push came to shove. Kidd had 19 points with 17...

Miami's Arroyo feels the heat.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Miami's Arroyo feels the heat Agence France-Presse Miami Miami Heat point guard Carlos Arroyo was charged with resisting arrest after police said he refused to leave his vehicle after being pulled over on Friday...

bland one' Wilson ties Villegas with late run of birdies in Phoenix.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. 'bland one' Wilson ties Villegas with late run of birdies in Phoenix Associated Press Scottsdale, Arizona Mark Wilson charged and Camilo Villegas faltered on Friday, leaving them tied for the lead after the second...

SPARKLING MIYAZATO IN.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. SPARKLING MIYAZATO IN THE HUNT FOR CROWN Japanese golfer and Inkster tied at the top Agence France-Presse Singapore Veteran American Juli Inkster and Japanese star Ai Miyazato are joint leaders after...

SKY BLUES SKY HIGH.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. SKY BLUES SKY HIGH Bridge savours sweet win over Terry's Chelsea Agence France-Presse London Wayne Bridge got a measure of revenge over John Terry as Carlos Tevez and Craig Bellamy both struck twice to...

Cynthia Billhartz Gregorian.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Cynthia Billhartz Gregorian St Louis Post-Dispatch St Louis Sweat lodges, saunas, steam rooms and plastic sauna suits are all designed to do the same thing: make you sweat without exercising. But to what end' ...

How 'Reva' revitalises.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. How 'Reva' revitalises The Bangkok Network of Women is hosting a Reva Retreat at the Kong Garden Resort in Khao Yai from March 12 to 14. "Reva" is Latin for "renewed strength" and is used to signify emotional and...

captions.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. captions pet 1: Bingo showing off her charming side pet 2: A sun bear demonstrating the long tongue that makes eating so much fun pet 3: Photo courtesy of Scad Interested in adopting an amazing animal' Call...

Saad Bin Hossain.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Saad Bin Hossain The Daily Star Kathmandu Home to nine of the 10 highest peaks in the world, the Himalayas dwarf every other mountain range on Earth. At their heart lies Mount Everest, "the mother Goddess of the...

Hurt Locker' is right on target.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. 'Hurt Locker' is right on target Through the eyes of veteran action director Kathryn Bigelow, "The Hurt Locker" offers an intimate look at gritty, visceral combat. The action-drama follows the efforts of a US Army bomb...

50 Cent cast in gridiron drama.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. 50 Cent cast in gridiron drama Rapper 50 Cent will star in the gridiron-football drama "Things Fall Apart", which is scheduled to begin five weeks of shooting in May in the Midwestern US state of Michigan. The rapper,...

Today's Birthday: Opportunities are present that you won't want to miss. Refuse to let anyone limit your chances or hold you back this year.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Today's Birthday: Opportunities are present that you won't want to miss. Refuse to let anyone limit your chances or hold you back this year. ARIES HHH March 21-April 19 Every ounce of energy should go into...

Pattarawadee Saengmanee.
February 28, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Pattarawadee Saengmanee The Nation on Sunday Talented couple Thanyathon Mavimol and Chorkchai Sappaithun stand out among the fashionistas at Chatuchak Weekend Market, showcasing their creativity through a unique...

Board of Trade deputy secretary-general Pornsil Patchrintanakul has a list of suggestions on how Thailand can make the most of the liberalisation of markets under Afta.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Board of Trade deputy secretary-general Pornsil Patchrintanakul has a list of suggestions on how Thailand can make the most of the liberalisation of markets under Afta Survival tips Pornsil Patchrintanakul, deputy...

india-pakistan ties critical for astable south asia.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. india-pakistan ties critical for astable south asia The two countries should go all out to resolve their differences and disputes so the whole region can benefit The foreign secretaries of India and Pakistan met this...

Key points of ruling.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Key points of ruling l Thaksin and Pojaman were Shin Corp's actual shareholders while Thaksin was Prime Minister (unanimous) l Thaksin abused his power in the conversion of telecom concession fees into excise tax,...

thaksin to businessmen: don't enter politics.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. thaksin to businessmen: don't enter politics The Nation Dressed in a black suit and tie to mourn "my own stubbornness", Thaksin Shinawatra deplored "mean politics" and apparently came to the realisation that rich...

Court claims legitimacy to rule on the assets case.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Court claims legitimacy to rule on the assets case The Nation The Supreme Court yesterday ruled unanimously that it had the legitimacy to hand down a decision in the assets-seizure case of ousted prime minister...

1. A SUPPORTER of Thaksin Shinawatra cannot hold back her tears upon hearing the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Political Office Holders' ruling that Bt46.37 billion of the frozen assets of the fugitive ex-premier and his family be turned over to t.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. 1. A SUPPORTER of Thaksin Shinawatra cannot hold back her tears upon hearing the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Political Office Holders' ruling that Bt46.37 billion of the frozen assets of the fugitive ex-premier...

DELAY PROMPTS THAI to lease aircraft.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. DELAY PROMPTS THAI to lease aircraft Suchat Sritama The Nation The board of Thai Airways International has approved the short-term lease of three aircraft to cope with increasing demand from Europe and Japan,...

Big turnout at Gems and Jewellery Fair.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Big turnout at Gems and Jewellery Fair Petchanet Pratruangkrai The Nation The first day of the 45th Bangkok Gems and Jewellery Fair drew many more visitors than expected, since it was judgement day in ex-premier...

economic outlook.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. economic outlook central bank upbeat after export, tourism indicators Political factor to be watched closely in coming weeks The Nation The Bank of Thailand expects a continued economic recovery, based on...

kabul bombings.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. kabul bombings 17 die in attack on foreigners Nine Indians, French and Italian among the dead Deutsche Presse-Agentur Kabul Taleban bombers attacked guesthouses in the centre of Kabul yesterday, triggering a...

gadhafi call for jihad riles un, eu.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. gadhafi call for jihad riles un, eu Agence France-Presse Geneva The United Nations and European Union rallied behind Switzerland yesterday after Libyan leader Moamer Gadhafi's call for jihad against the country,...

Avram Grant, Portsmouth players consider pay cuts to save jobs.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Avram Grant, Portsmouth players consider pay cuts to save jobs Guardian News Service Avram Grant met his Portsmouth squad yesterday to discuss taking a pay cut in the hope of saving jobs among the stricken club's...

washington fine tunes volcker plan.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. washington fine tunes volcker plan Agencies Washiongton The Obama administration will send Congress legislative language for the "Volcker Rule", limiting banks' proprietary trading, a White House official said,...

Ochoa overheats in Singapore, Stanford, Kim lead.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Ochoa overheats in Singapore, Stanford, Kim lead Agence France-Presse Singapore World No 1 Lorena Ochoa faltered in the sweltering heat at the HSBC Women's Champions tournament in Singapore yesterday with American...

Villegas shoots record-tying 62 to rise in Phoenix.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Villegas shoots record-tying 62 to rise in Phoenix Camilo Villegas bounced back from his disappointment at last week's WGC Match Play Championship, firing a nine-under par 62 yesterday (Bangkok time) to seize the lead...

Terry camp labels Bridge a 'bottler.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Terry camp labels Bridge a 'bottler' Guardian News Service London Wayne Bridge's dramatic international retirement has caused the simmering tension between the Manchester City left-back and his former best friend...

Bridge in troubled water.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Bridge in troubled water All eyes on Terry and ex-team-mate as Chelsea meet Manchester City in top-four clash today Agence France-Presse London Chelsea captain John Terry faces an uncomfortable reunion with...

Liverpool win but lose Skrtel.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Liverpool win but lose Skrtel Agence France-Presse Paris Liverpool survived a big scare against Romanian underdogs Unirea Urziceni on Thursday night before securing a 3-1 victory that takes them into the Europa...

Canada home in on ice hockey gold double.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Canada home in on ice hockey gold double Guardian News Service Canada's women's ice hockey team delivered the first half of what the host nation hopes will be a gold medal double when they beat the USA 2-0 at Canada...

SET edges up on 'positive ruling.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. SET edges up on 'positive ruling' The stock market yesterday rose a slight 0.6 per cent to close at 721.37 points, reflecting positive market sentiment regarding the court ruling on ousted prime minister Thaksin...

follow-on from verdict.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. follow-on from verdict 10 criminal cases now possible Thaksin could face suits from agencies Budsarakham Sinlapalavan, Nophakhun Limsamarnphun The Nation Ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra yesterday...

SCB ready to release assets.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. SCB ready to release assets Siam Commercial Bank said yesterday that it was ready to comply with the Supreme Court's ruling on the frozen assets of former PM Thaksin Shinawatra. However, the bank said it needed a...

Thaksin has loftier goal: Udom.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Thaksin has loftier goal: Udom The Nation Udom Fuangfung, a former member of the Assets Examination Committee, said he accepted the Supreme Court's verdict even though it confiscated only 60 per cent of the assets of...

Rolf Liffers.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Rolf Liffers Deutsche Presse-Agentur Nice, France Not a lot of visitors to the Cote d'Azur know this: The County of Nizza used to belong to Italy and only became French territory in 1860. Since then the fifth...

INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVAL.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVAL March 1 to 7, Rishikesh, India Get your breathing in sync and prepare to join Rishikesh's International Yoga Festival at the Parmath Niketan Ashram. Known as the "City of the Divine", the...

Culture is one area where La Laguna has been raising its profile since it was declared a Unesco World Heritage city 10 years ago.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Culture is one area where La Laguna has been raising its profile since it was declared a Unesco World Heritage city 10 years ago. "Our visitor numbers are rising every year," boasts Miguel Diaz-Llanos Canovas, the city...

Today's Birthday: There will be plenty to contend with regarding work and dealing with colleagues, superiors and institutions. Emotional blackmail is apparent, so stick to the truth. Use your energy wisely and build your base on solid ground. This can be.
February 27, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Today's Birthday: There will be plenty to contend with regarding work and dealing with colleagues, superiors and institutions. Emotional blackmail is apparent, so stick to the truth. Use your energy wisely and build your...

Kuensel.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Kuensel Thimphu In the 1970s, young Bhutanese spent at least six months in rural Bhutan working and living there as part of what was known as national service. The idea was to orient job-seekers with the ground...

Dell to build on success of its consumer products.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Dell to build on success of its consumer products Dell will continue to focus on the consumer market in Thailand this year, with plans to more than double its revenue from that segment. The segment's revenue grew 185...

award of 4.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. award of 4 exploration concessions Watcharapong Thongrung The Nation The Energy Ministry's Mineral Fuels Department yesterday awarded four concessions to companies to explore for petroleum in five land...

Economic-growth forecast.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Economic-growth forecast New turmoil could slash rate: economists Economy continues to improve but at a slower pace than during December Petchanet Pratruangkrai, Wichit Chaitrong The Nation Economic...

PRUKSA TOPPLES L&HAS 2009 MARKET LEADER.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. PRUKSA TOPPLES L&HAS 2009 MARKET LEADER Somluck Srimalee The Nation Pruksa Real Estate has emerged as the market leader in terms of revenue, but Land & Houses remains in top spot for net profit, according...

Kasikornbank expanding into integrated payroll service.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Kasikornbank expanding into integrated payroll service Kasikornbank is aggressively moving to expand its payroll service, with the cooperation of Humanica, in providing a complete solution for employers, particularly...

State employees.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. State employees ktb renews loan pledge to gpf members President says bank can handle impact of today's ruling Wichit Chaitrong The Nation Krung Thai Bank has renewed an undertaking to provide cheap mortgages...

KRUNGTHAI-AXA AIMS TO BE AMONG TOP THREE INSURERS BY 2012.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. KRUNGTHAI-AXA AIMS TO BE AMONG TOP THREE INSURERS BY 2012 Siriporn Chanjindamanee The Nation Krungthai-AXA Life Insurance is targeting to become one of the top three players in the industry within three years,...

RS renames film unit.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. RS renames film unit Sucheera Pinijparakarn The Nation RS has reorganised its movie-business model by opening it doors to outside producers, to encourage a greater content variety. The company has also...

more Hyundai launches.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. more Hyundai launches The Nation After a highly successful 2009 thanks to the increasing popularity of its H1 van, South Korean auto-maker Hyundai plans to bring out more new models to boost Thai sales this year. ...

Banpu, glow gain on steady coal results.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Banpu, glow gain on steady coal results The Nation Banpu's 2009 net profit jumped 54 per cent to Bt14.2 billion, thanks to the sound performance of coal operations and gain from non-recurring income. Another...

joint venture.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. joint venture midea sets up thai distribution JV White goods giant also mulls plant for refrigerators and washing machines Kwanchai Rungfapaisarn The Nation Midea, a major Chinese manufacturer of household...

Special Offers aplenty at Home-Builder show.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Special Offers aplenty at Home-Builder show Somluck Srimalee The Nation Customers can enjoy special prices and the best financial packages from building companies and commercial banks at Home Builder Focus 2010,...

Bangkok offices change ownership.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Bangkok offices change ownership The Nation The tough economic conditions of the past year are having an unusual affect on Bangkok's office market. Professional-services firm Jones Lang LaSalle said there was a...

Talking about failure.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Talking about failure Let's talk about failure. In fact, let's talk about a company that fails all the time. This hi-tech company, call it company A, introduced a computer called Lisa in 1983, and it bombed. Then in...

China's global profile increases after winning key IMF position.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. China's global profile increases after winning key IMF position China has won its highest-ever staff position in the IMF in a reflection of its growing economic might and the clamour by emerging nations for a bigger say...

GM to axe Hummer as deal with Chinese firm fails.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. GM to axe Hummer as deal with Chinese firm fails Agence France-Presse Washington General Motors said yesterday it would end its celebrated and scorned Hummer brand of sport utility vehicles after a deal to sell...

us economy.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. us economy Bernanke says fed to keep low rates to fuel recovery Central bank chief says unemployment levels call for continued stimulus Agence France-Presse Washington Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke...

Obama urges partnership with US businesses.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Obama urges partnership with US businesses Associated Press Washington President Barack Obama yesterday rejected charges that his agenda would lead to socialism in the United States and challenged some of the...

Argentina urges UN chief to intervene in Falklands row.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Argentina urges UN chief to intervene in Falklands row Argentina's Foreign Minister Jorge Taiana on Wednesday pressed UN chief Ban Ki-moon to intervene in an ongoing row over oil drilling by a British firm in waters off...

North Korea warns over US-S korea exercises.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. North Korea warns over US-S korea exercises Associated Press Seoul North Korea threatened a "powerful" attack if the US and South Korea proceed with joint military drills next month, warning yesterday that it...

Turkey's army chief, PM in crisis talks.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Turkey's army chief, PM in crisis talks Agence France-Presse Ankara Turkey's army chief and civilian leadership met yesterday in a bid to ease tensions over an alleged 2003 plot to topple the government as...

One investment strategy for a volatile market is dividend and quality investing. Considered more defensive, this strategy provides 1) potential for capital gain; 2) a more stable source of income than interest on cash; and 3) capital preservation.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. One investment strategy for a volatile market is dividend and quality investing. Considered more defensive, this strategy provides 1) potential for capital gain; 2) a more stable source of income than interest on cash; and...

Srisuwan's fighting spirit remains strong.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Srisuwan's fighting spirit remains strong From a no-name environmentalist-cum-lawyer, Srisuwan Janya, president of the Stop Global Warming Association, rose to stardom overnight with his "David and Goliath" court win...

Opportunity exists in the stock market despite political uncertainty.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Opportunity exists in the stock market despite political uncertainty It is true that political uncertainty is normally a drag on the stock market. However, to shun all stock investment when the political sea looks...

NIETS defends its 'ridiculous' Onet questions.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. NIETS defends its 'ridiculous' Onet questions Chularat Saengpassa The Nation The National Institute of Educational Testing Service (NIETS) is standing by the questions posed in the latest round of the Ordinary...

Ministry aims to provide free healthcare.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Ministry aims to provide free healthcare The Nation More than 450,000 non-Thais living in the country will be provided with free medical care from April 1 if the Public Health Ministry's Bt472-million plan wins...

Tricky questions in testing times.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Tricky questions in testing times Thailand is in a mood for tests these days. Bomb scanners are the lab mice of choice, but the Ordinary National Educational Test, known as O-Net, is getting plenty of publicity too. ...

The Nation.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. The Nation After screening successful Thai shorts and classical films, private art library The Reading Room off Charoen Krung Road launches a new film programme tomorrow from 2pm onwards. Organised by Film Virus,...

Sweet, dudes.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. Sweet, dudes Dudesweet brings its "Dance Yup!" party series to 808 on RCA tonight. Entry with a drink is Bt150 before 10.30 or Bt250 after. Call (02) 203 1043 or see www.808Bangkok.com. Dirty Vegas here Champion...

The Nation.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. The Nation Thai teams shorn of big stars after their dispute with the Badminton Association of Thailand were sent packing by powerhouse Indonesia in the Thomas and Uber Cup Preliminary Asian Zone at the Chalerm...

The Nation.
February 26, 2010... Byline: The Nation. The Nation Thai teen sensation Noppawan Lertcheewakarn failed to avenge compatriot Tamarine Tanasugarn's first round defeat as she lost to seventh-seed Magdalena Rybarinkova of Slovakia in the second round of the US...