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Daily Record
41 minutes ago
- Daily Record
Foreign Office warns holidaymakers common game kept in luggage could spell prison in Thailand
The Foreign Office has issued a warning to UK travellers regarding the strict gambling laws in Thailand - which could land Brits in prison for a seemingly innocent game The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Brits heading to Thailand, highlighting the severe penalties for seemingly innocuous activities such as carrying too many playing cards in their luggage. Placing bets on anything other than horse racing is entirely illegal in Thailand, with the only other form of legalised gambling in the popular destination being a national lottery. However, with illicit casinos and gambling dens long flouting the rules, the authorities take a dim view of anyone carrying more than two packs of cards. "Thailand has strict laws on gambling. Under the Playing Cards Act (1943) it is illegal to carry over one hundred and twenty playing cards. Violation of the Act could lead to prosecution, a fine, or even imprisonment," the FCDO cautions in its latest guidance. This is not the only simple rule that can trip Brits up abroad, with Thailand also having an extremely strict ban on the possession and sale of all vapes or e-cigarettes. In addition to these regulations, there are new entry requirements that British travellers need to be aware of before jetting off to the Southeast Asian nation. "From 1 May 2025, all foreign nationals entering Thailand, whether by air, land or sea must complete a digital arrival card online before arrival. Travellers can register for an arrival card within 3 days before they arrive," the FCDO advises on its website. While UK nationals can visit Thailand for up to 60 days for tourism, business meetings, and certain work commitments without issue, the FCDO warns against overstaying your visa, as this could result in serious repercussions, reports the Mirror. "If you overstay the period of your visa, you will get a fine of 500 Thai baht a day up to a maximum of 20,000 baht (£450). You risk being: held in detention, deported at your own expense, banned from re-entering Thailand for up to 10 years. Conditions in detention centres can be harsh," warns the government body. Travellers visiting Thailand must also adhere to other strict entry rules. The passport must have an 'expiry date' of at least six months beyond the arrival date and contain at least one blank page. Entry will be refused if a valid travel document is lacking or an attempt is made to use a passport that has been declared lost or stolen. Dual nationals are advised to leave Thailand using the same passport used for entry to avoid complications at immigration. A multiple-entry visa can also be obtained in advance for stays of up to 60 days. Since May, Thailand has reintroduced the requirement for tourist visa applicants to provide financial evidence. This requirement, which was briefly waived in November 2023 to encourage post-pandemic tourism, requires all applicants to prove they can support themselves during their visit. According to Thailand's official e-Visa website, applicants must now provide financial documents showing a minimum of 20,000 Thai Baht. Valid documents include bank statements from the previous three months or a sponsorship letter if someone else is funding the trip.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Karnataka moves to cap movie tickets at Rs 200
In an effort to make cinema more accessible to the public, the Karnataka government on Tuesday issued draft rules capping movie ticket prices across the state at Rs 200, inclusive of entertainment tax , reported TOI. According to the report, stakeholders have been given 15 days to raise any objections or suggestions. If none are received within this period, the draft will be notified as final. The proposed rules eliminate all distinctions between seating categories—such as balcony or premium seats—by removing the provision in the Act that allowed classification. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 중년 나이 될수록 늘어나는 "내장지방" 굳기 전에 녹여 남재현 체지방 다이어트 더 알아보기 Undo — Karthikravivarm (@Karthikravivarm) This means that every seat in a theatre or multiplex, regardless of location or amenities, must now be sold at a uniform price of Rs 200. Live Events While multiplex owners have opposed similar measures in the past, film industry associations in Karnataka have largely expressed support for the move.
The Spinoff
an hour ago
- Politics
- The Spinoff
Gone By Lunchtime: ‘The one thing they could blow up the government over'
We rattle through the reg stan bill, its advocates, its dissenters, and the tension it has created within the coalition. There has plenty plenty of heat, and occasional shafts of light, in the arguments around the government's regulatory standards bill (or reg stan bill, as nobody except the Gone By Lunchtime podcast is calling it). In a new episode of the Spinoff politics chinwag, Annabelle Lee-Mather, Ben Thomas and Toby Manhire discuss the bill, its ambitions and the criticisms levelled against it. And another thing: the way the legislation has become a source of some tension between the Act and New Zealand First Party, amplified by a cameo appearance by a United Nations special rapporteur. Also on the pod: the state of play in the Tāmaki Makaurau byelection, and the state of yuck in Wellington local body politics. You'll never guess what we heard from the friend of a neighbour of a colleague about Ray Chung.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Karnataka set to cap multiplex ticket rates at Rs 200; seat categories to go
File photo: Karnataka CM (ANI) BENGALURU: In a bid to make movie-watching more affordable, the state government on Tuesday notified draft rules capping ticket prices in all theatres and multiplexes across Karnataka at Rs 200, inclusive of entertainment tax. The government has set a 15-day window for stakeholders to submit their objections. If no objections are received, the draft rules will be finalised. The draft rules remove all seat classifications such as balcony, premium, etc. All tickets, regardless of the class, will now be priced at Rs 200 as the rule enabling classification of seats has been dropped from the Act. While the proposal had previously met with opposition from multiplex operators, film industry bodies in the state have welcomed the move.
The Star
3 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Judicial picks expected today
PUTRAJAYA: An announcement regarding judicial appointments is expected today, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He acknowledged delays and public unease over certain appointments but assured them all processes have been carried out fairly and transparently. Anwar said he had a lengthy discussion with the Conference of Rulers yesterday morning. 'I think let them decide and tomorrow (today), hopefully, there will be an announcement that will clearly dispel the so-called negative perceptions,' he said in his speech at Malaysia's International Conference on Integrity and Governance here yesterday. Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, stressed that the government fully upholds judicial independence and has not interfered in any court proceedings or decisions during his tenure. 'I rest my case, and I hope when the announcement is made, it will prove this government is committed to reform, including the principle of judicial independence,' he said, as reported by Bernama. Meanwhile, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said noted that the government will review the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) Act 2009 amid public confusion over the recent Chief Justice appointment process. She said a special committee will be set up, comprising members of the Dewan Rakyat and Dewan Negara, as well as constitutional experts, legal practitioners and academics. 'We have to improve because what is happening now is that there is a lot of confusion. (There's) no clarity from the public perspective. But then this particular JAC, which was passed and established in 2009, is responsible for the appointment of five Chief Justices. It has never been an issue. 'Sadly, now there is an issue, so we have to study it. Where did the non-clarity or confusion come in? Is it the processes, or is it the wording of the Act?' she said to reporters after attending the International Conference on Integrity and Governance here yesterday. She said the government had announced the implementation of a Comparative Study of the Judicial Appointment System by the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister's Department last week, as part of efforts to enhance transparency in the appointment procedure of superior court judges She said the study aims to provide a clearer understanding of the JAC's role and to also address issues raised by the Malaysian Bar. 'The government is always open to the views of all parties, including the Malaysian Bar, who will also be invited to join in this study, to ensure a more transparent, integrity-based and trusted judicial appointment system for the people. 'In addition, issues raised by the Malaysian Bar should be considered within the framework of the Federal Constitution, the Judicial Appointments Commission Act and other laws in force,' she said in a statement. On Monday, Azalina clarified that the JAC does not have binding authority in judicial appointments. She explained the JAC's primary role is to screen, assess and recommend candidates to the Prime Minister, while appointments to the Federal Court, Court of Appeal and High Court must ultimately comply with Article 122B of the Federal Constitution.
