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Thailand News - Top StoriesThailand deploys 50,000-strong force ahead of protests Thai authorities Thursday began deploying 50,000 troops on the streets of Bangkok ahead of rallies by anti-government protesters that they fear could turn violent, the deputy prime minister said. Photos From readers This week `mylife' has picked two lovely photos sent by readers Chroong Kanjchanapoomi and Narachada Chanyanupap Thaksin: Come join the rally Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has sent an SMS message to his supporters urging them to join in the mass anti-government protest by the United front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) in Bangkok this weekend. Beefing up security at key venues The Transport Ministry has taken steps to ensure that travellers can use bus terminals and airports across the country normally during the mass anti-government rally in Bangkok this weekend, transport permanent secretary Supoth Sublom said on Wednesday. UAE asked not to shelter Thaksin The United Arab Emirates has been asked not to allow former prime minister Thaksin Shinawtra to continue to stay in Dubai and make it his base for political activities against the Thai government, the foreign minister's secretary, Chavanont Intarakomalsut, said on Wednesday. Govt ready to handle red-shirt protesters The government has adequate forces to handle the red-shirt rallies this weekend, and he will not call a general election just to serve the demands of the protesters, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said after meeting with security chiefs on Wednesday. Aung San Suu Kyi to be barred from polls and party Burma opposition icon Aung San Suu Kyi has been barred from standing in polls this yearand may be excluded from her own party under the military junta's new election laws unveiled on Wednesday. BOT likely to maintain RP rate The central bank’s monetary policy committee is likely to keep its repurchase (RP) rate unchanged at 1.25 per cent when it meets on Wednesday, Ussara Wilaiphitch, a senior economist at Standard Chartered (Thailand) said on Tuesday. Honorary degree for Grandma Hai Grandma Hai Khanjantha, a well-known fighter for justice and human rights, was given an honorary master's decree in political science at a commencement ceremony at Ramkhamhaeng University on Tuesday. Cow dung tosser gets 10 days detention The man from Nakhon Phanom who tossed a bag of cow dung over the fence of Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva's house in Sukhumvit Soi 34 on Tuesday morning was sentenced by the Criminal Court to 10 days in detention. Travel NewsPachyderms at play Thai elephants are huge, intelligent and fast and the best place to see them up close is at the 2010 King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament, which kicks off on March 22 and runs until March 28 at Anantara Golden Triangle Resort One night at Sheraton Hua Hin: Bt5,000 Discover total relaxation and balance your mind, body, and soul at Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa. The Simple Pleasure package includes nightly accommodation in your selected room category, daily buffet breakfast for two, ... Q&A: Buying a used guidebook in Chiang Mai Used guidebook and learning Thai boxing Rites of passage Young Thai Yai boys become novices in a colourful ceremony that shouldn't be missed Two nights at Yai Ya Resort in Hua Hin: Bt9,900 Latest offers and hotel promotions Best of both worlds Samui's Anantara Lawana Resort is all quiet charm, but the party is just outside the front door Pattaya will rock you Parties, festival and events around Thailand Three nights at Zeavola: Bt29,700 Late offers and hotel promotions Rites of passage Young Thai Yai boys become novices in a colourful ceremony that shouldn't be missed. Q&A: A speed (and slow) boat to Kood Island I want to visit secluded Koh Kood, but I hear the boat journey makes it hard to get to. - Daniel Trekking with the tribes Less than two hours from the busy city of Medan in North Sumatra, you'll find a tranquil volcanic lake and fascinating tribal culture Rose bath and body scrub at Sheraton Hua Hin: Bt6190 Right through March, treat yourself and your beloved to a "Romantic Moment" at the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort's Aspadeva Spa. A race from the River Kwai and more The rain forest, waterfalls and uncharted caves of Kanchanaburi become a playground for weekend warriors next week. Lonely Planet joins new Southeast Asia Tourism campaign Lonely Planet is to promote Southeast Asia as a single tourism destination. Variations on a 'Universal' theme Singapore's soontoopen new theme park offers something for all the family Welcoming the tiger Themed floats and performers from all over the world take part in Hong Kong's New Year parade Seven days around New Zealand: Bt72,900 Late offers Singapore's marvellous Michael The new Hotel Michael on Sentosa is all understated luxury Variations on a 'Universal' theme Singapore's soon-to-open new theme park offers something for all the family. Welcoming the tiger Themed floats and performers from all over the world take part in Hong Kong's New Year parade
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