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Cabinet likely to extend ISA
22/03/2010 : The Internal Security Act (ISA) is expected to be extended by the cabinet on Tuesday, but only in Bangkok and areas immediately adjoining the capital, and security units at key points are now carrying weapons.
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Protesters accept army's assurances
22/03/2010 : Red-shirt representatives tried to inspect military tents for weapons on Monday. They were denied access but later announced they were satisfied with army assurances that soldiers would not use weapons against innocent people taking part in the anti-government rally.
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Security law likely to be extended
22/03/2010 : Deputy Prime Minister overseeing security Suthep Thaugsuban said on Monday he will ask the cabinet meeting to consider extending use of the Internal Security Act (ISA) to deal with the anti-government protesters to March 30.
Another red march this weekend
22/03/2010 : Supporters of the red-shirt United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) will parade around Bangkok again this Saturday, UDD leader and opposition Puea Thai Party MP Jatuporn Prompan said.
Red women to check soldiers for guns
22/03/2010 : Red-shirt female protesters will be sent to check whether soldiers overseeing the anti-government rally in Bangkok are armed, United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) co-leader Weng Tojirakarn announced at the main protest venue near Phan Fa bridge on Monday morning.
Gold prices for Monday announced
22/03/2010 : The Gold Traders Association on Monday announced buying price at 16,706.32 baht per baht-weight for gold ornaments and 16,950 baht per baht-weight for gold bar.
Bloodstain lifted from blast scene
22/03/2010 : Police are conducting DNA tests on bloodstains found in a pickup truck following Saturday's bomb attacks at the Defence Ministry and the National Anti-Corruption Commission.
Communication breakdown
22/03/2010 : Thai politics remains in gridlock after the government and red shirt protesters refused to lift preconditions for the other to meet before coming to the negotiating table.
Package deals pull the crowds
22/03/2010 : The gathering of the red shirt faithful is bound by support and political affiliation, but the success of organising the rally also depends on the "M-factor", political sources say.
Police review benefits for officers in South
22/03/2010 : The Royal Thai Police Office is preparing a special benefits package for officers working in the lower South in a fresh attempt to improve their living standards.
Thaksin family to appeal assets seizure
22/03/2010 : The Shinawatra family will appeal against the Supreme Court's decision to order the confiscation of a large share of their assets, lawyers say.
Coalition pair express unity
22/03/2010 : Two coalition parties are insisting they will stick with the government despite calls from the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship for them to withdraw.
