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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

That's a dangerous corner

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Details still secret on Thailand role in CIA torture | Bangkok Post:

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Security Message for U.S. Citizens

Security Message for U.S. Citizens:
Release of U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence's Report on the CIA's Rendition, Detention and Interrogation Program

U.S. citizens in Thailand should be aware that release of declassified versions of the executive summary, findings, and conclusions of the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence’s report of the CIA’s Rendition, Detention and Interrogation program could prompt anti-U.S. protests and violence against U.S. interests, including private U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens should pay attention to their surroundings and take appropriate safety precautions, including avoiding demonstrations or confrontational situations.

We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Thailand enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program(STEP) at www.Travel.State.Gov. STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy or nearest U.S. consulate to contact you in an emergency. If you don’t have Internet access, enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Regularly monitor the State Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution. Read the Country Specific Information for Thailand. For additional information, refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” on the State Department’s website.

Enroll With Us | Embassy of the United States Bangkok, Thailand

U.S. Citizen Services | Embassy of the United States Bangkok, Thailand

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Tuesday, December 9, 2014

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Jumping Umbrella Festival

Sanook Sky Festival Thailand 2015 6-10 January

Representatives from 10 ASEAN nations;

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Chilly Nights, Cool Days

6 am, Dec 9

Weather continues to arrive mostly from the north

MTSAT - West Pacific Visible Imagery Loop

Winds from the East Northeast with a night time cooling trend beginning Thursday.

Next week night time temperatures are expected to drop down
as low as

11° BBC Weather

9° accuweather

For travelers from other parts of the world these temperatures may seem idyllic.
For persons living here on a regular basis, the over 20° temperature drop at night is quite noticeable.

Christmas holidays

daytime 25°
nighttime: 13-17°

Health ALERT

The mosquito population will most likely go into hibernation, while other viruses may flourish. Recent post: Sakon Nakhon - Live: Vacinate (Chickenpox)