Thailand's confirmed A/H1N1 flu cases increase to 985 Jun 24, 2009
Witthaya also admitted that the lab tests had confirmed four students of pre-cadet school in Satthaheep district of Chon Buri have contracted the new strain of virus. Their other classmates have not infected with the flu but are being placed at a special ward for a close watch. (Xinhuanet, China)
Gruesome catch may solve Thai deaths mystery May 15, 2009
A haul of skulls and other body parts has been linked to five shipping containers on the seabed off the southern Chon Buri province. Some believe they hold the bodies of pro-democracy protesters killed by the army in 1992. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Seeing red in rural Thailand Apr 28, 2009
" The party guests at the radio station include many poor rice farmers and factory workers but there are also young professionals, business people and students. Loan scheme At one of the tables I meet Ploy, a young woman with a red ribbon in her hair. She has just graduated from a university in Chon Buri, south of Bangkok, where she had to keep a low profile as the only red-shirt in her class. "Many people hate Thaksin and say he is a thief," she says. "But he is the first prime minister who has... (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Thai anti-gov't rallies force ASEAN summits' abortion Apr 12, 2009
Embattled Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva then declared a state of emergency in Pattaya and Chon Buri. Speaking at a press conference, the prime minister said ASEAN leaders and their dialogue partners understand the need to postpone the summit and support government actions regarding Saturday's incidents. (Xinhuanet, China)
Royal Trophy postponed Jan 4, 2008
The Royal Trophy, which was donated by the king, had been due to take place in Chon Buri province east of Bangkok from Jan 11-13. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Shiv, Howell complete Royal casts Dec 31, 2007
The contest will take place from Jan 11-13 at the Amata Springs Country Club in Chon Buri province, east of Bangkok, and will feature fourballs, foursomes and singles competitions. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Howell completes Royal Trophy line-up Dec 30, 2007
The contest will take place from January 11-13 in Chon Buri province, east of Bangkok, at the Amata Springs Country Club, and will feature fourballs, foursomes and singles competitions. Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune)
Hansen and Wi added to European and Asian teams Dec 21, 2007
Both players make their debuts in the competition, which takes places in Chon Buri, Thailand, from Jan 11-13. Europe won the first two editions in 2006 and 2007. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Top Thai trio join Asia team for Royal Trophy Dec 20, 2007
Thongchai returns to the team for the third successive year while Prayad and Chapchai, the Asian Tour Order of Merit runner-up, will make their debuts in the matchplay event from Jan 11-13 in Chon Buri, east of Bangkok. Thongchai, an eight-time winner on the Asian Tour and first on the circuit to net over US$2mil in prize money, said the contest was the ideal opportunity to show how much Asian golf had improved. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Big discounts for souvenirs on Games final day Dec 17, 2007
"Our sponsorship here is worth 24 million baht. As a result of our sponsorship, people are happy with the brand, which means we have another group of loyal costumers." SEA Games merchandise was available at six other outlets in Khorat (the familiar name for Nakhon Ratchasima), three outlets in the capital Bangkok, and two more in Chon Buri province. Fans could purchase the SEA Games mascot, Nong Can -- a gray Siamese cat with a radiant smile -- in many cute postures. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
SEA Games to kick off with fanfare, fireworks Dec 1, 2007
It will host most of the events, along with Bangkok and Chon Buri. At least 1,141 athletes from 11 countries in the region will compete in 45 events during the Games, with 475 gold medals on offer. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
More than 6,500 athletes for 24th SEA Games Sep 14, 2007
While the majority of the sports will be held in Korat or also known as the Nakhon Ratchasima province located approximately 260 km northeast of Bangkok, a number of events will be organised in the capital and resort city of Chon Buri. Among the sports to be held here are basketball, squash, bowling, hockey, shooting and lawn bowls while Chon Buri will host canoeing, equestrian, rowing, sailing and triathlon. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
SEA Games: Indons the hosts for 2011 Jun 5, 2007
On the coming Games here from Dec 6-15, Low said the council had decided that 485 events from 43 sports be contested, with the majority being held in the Nakhon Ratchasima province here and the rest in Bangkok and Chon Buri. She said squash and bodybuilding, which were initially left out, were reinstated despite SGF rules barring inclusion of new sports a year before the Games opening while polo would be split from equestrian. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
27 Chinese tourists injured in bus accident in central Thailand Jun 3, 2007
The sight-seeing bus was heading to Pattaya, a popular beach town in central Thai province of Chon Buri, about 150 km in the southeast of Bangkok, when it joined two other vehicles running in front of it in a rear-end collision in Chun Buri's Sri Racha district at around 4:30 p.m.(0930 GMT). The injured were all sent to a local hospital. (People's Daily Online, China)
Cricket tournament opens in Thailand Mar 3, 2007
Cricket, which is a popular game in central Asia, has already spread to Thailand recently, especially in provinces of Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Chon Buri, Phetchabun and Phuket, with teachers of schools, especially from the St. Stephen's International School group, supporting the growth of the sport. Source: Xinhua. (People's Daily Online, China)
Europeans finish off Asia, defend title at Royal Trophy Jan 15, 2007
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Europe trounce Asia to retain Royal Trophy Jan 15, 2007
CHON BURI: Defending champions Europe stormed to an emphatic Royal Trophy victory after the team registered five victories in the eight singles matches against Asia at the Amata Springs Country Club yesterday. Dominating the Ryder Cup-style matchplay event from the opening day, the visitors took six of the eight points available in the singles, with their 12-3 triumph ensuring the trophy went back to Europe for a second straight year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Stand and Deliver Jan 13, 2007
The 643,750 rai sanctuary spills over into five provinces _ Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Chanthaburi, Sa Kaew and Prachin Buri. It adjoins Khao Soi Dao national park in Chanthaburi, Khao Yai national park and Khao Chamao. (Ocnus.net)
