richard, Author at Ko Samui & Ko Phangan

Asean’s Bid to Co-Host the 2034 World Cup

richard2 years ago4 mins

Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has confirmed that Thailand and the Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) are prepared to compete for the right to cohost the 2034 World Cup. This announcement was made on the Prime Minister’s X account (previously known as Twitter) after he met with FIFA President Gianni Infantino in New York to discuss the potential collaboration between Southeast Asian nations and FIFA, the world’s football governing body.

Fugitive from Gold Shop Robbery Captured in South Korea

richard2 years ago4 mins

Sunthorn Pinnak, a 33yearold man connected to a gold shop robbery in Pattaya, was apprehended in South Korea after nearly a year on the run. Pinnak, who carried a bounty of 80,000 baht and was number 50 on a police blacklist, was also wanted under an Interpol Red Notice for robbery. The arrest took place in Taeangun of Chungcheongnamdo province on September 7. Subsequently, a team of Thai police flew to South Korea to extradite Pinnak back to Thailand on September 18, as reported by Pol Maj Gen Itthiporn Phorthong, deputy chief of Police Region 2.

Bang Phli Mayor Arrested for Bribery in LCD Screen Project

richard2 years ago3 mins

The mayor of Muang Bang Kaew municipality in Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan province, Nathapong Taengsuwan, has been apprehended on charges of demanding and accepting a bribe. The arrest occurred during a sting operation at his office on Bua Nakarin Road in tambon Bang Kaew.

Welcome to Koh Samui Street King: An Exciting Supercar Event

richard2 years ago3 mins

Discover the breathtaking island of Koh Samui while attending an unforgettable event featuring luxury supercars, delicious food, and unique shopping experiences. Mark your calendars for the firstever Koh Samui Street King event, happening on September 23 and 24, 2023. ## A Showcase of Luxury Supercars

Elderly Health Promotion Project: Building a Strong Mind and Body

richard2 years ago4 mins

The Elderly Health Promotion Project is an initiative aimed at enhancing the overall wellbeing and health of senior citizens. Launched on September 21, 2023, the project focuses on catering to the needs of 60 elderly individuals from Na Mueang subdistrict. By incorporating religious principles into daily life, the project aims to create a serene, content, and resilient mind for the elderly.

Groundbreaking Elephant Rescue: Unchained Elephants’ Historic Effort

richard2 years ago5 mins

Unchained Elephants, a dedicated group led by Daniel Villota, has made history by rescuing an elderly bull elephant named Kanoon, who was suffering in captivity next to a garbage dump in Chiang Mai, Thailand. They achieved this through the world’s firstever tokenized elephant rescue, using NonFungible Tokens (NFTs) and crowdfunding to raise the necessary funds.

PREGO: A Culinary Voyage Through Authentic Italian Cuisine

richard2 years ago4 mins

Discover the secret behind two decades of PREGO’s delightful Italian flavors. ## Remarkable Beginnings on Koh Samui

InterContinental Chiang Mai: A Living Museum Hotel Experience

richard2 years ago5 mins

Discover InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping, a luxurious 5star hotel that brings Thailand’s Lanna heritage to life. ## A Collaboration between AWC and IHG Hotels & Resorts

Phuket Ready for Chinese and Kazakh Tourists

richard2 years ago3 mins

Phuket’s tourism authorities are eagerly preparing to welcome an influx of tourists from China and Kazakhstan, thanks to a new visafree policy set to be implemented next week. This policy allows easier entry and 30day visafree stays for nationals of both countries and will be effective from Monday until February 29th.

Six Dismissed Police Officers in Kamnan Nok Case Transferred to Bangkok Remand Prison

richard2 years ago3 mins

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