richard, Author at Ko Samui & Ko Phangan

Little Lice-Free Healthy Kids Project: A Comprehensive Initiative

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The “Little LiceFree Healthy Kids” project was launched on September 1, 2013, at Ban Bo Phut School, Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District. Ms. Thanomkhwan Chokkanaphithak, the acting director of Ban Bo Phut School, presided over the opening ceremony. The event was attended by village health volunteers, health insurance fund committees, teachers, students, and municipal staff from the Department of Public Health and Environment.

Youth Project: Caring for Sex Education

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On August 31, 2023, at Theparatpittaya School, a significant event marked the beginning of a new initiative aimed at promoting sex education among the youth. Miss Pimlrat Sotarat, the Director of Theparatpittaya School, was joined by the school’s staff, students, Koh Samui Hospital personnel, municipality council members, and the Public Health and Environment Division to formally inaugurate the “Youth: Caring for Sex Education” project. This ambitious program aims to reach out to 160 students and young individuals.

Thailand Privilege Card: Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence

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Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (TPC) marks its 20th anniversary with a fresh strategy designed to attract the premium foreign longterm residency market in Thailand. The company, which operates the Thailand Elite Card Project under the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), has rebranded to become a global leader in offering premium privileges to those seeking longterm residency in the country.

Model and Suspects Deny Involvement in Alleged Scam Network

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On September 1, Jakkreena “Kiki Maxim” Chookhaowsri, a model, and eight other suspects were arrested for their alleged involvement in a Chineseled scam network. The Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) took them to the Criminal Court to seek their detention. The suspects were apprehended during a police crackdown operation targeting illegal activities, including cryptocurrency investment fraud, romance fraud, and money laundering.

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Koh Samui City Focuses on Plastic Waste Management

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On August 30, 2023, a significant consultation meeting took place at the Mook Samui meeting room within the Koh Samui City Municipality. The event was presided over by Miss Supinya Sri Thongkul, the Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui City. The primary focus of the gathering revolved around the Global South project, specifically addressing plastic waste management.

Mysterious Objects Found on Thai Beaches Spark Theories

richard1 year ago4 mins

On a seemingly normal day, locals and tourists were caught by surprise when they stumbled upon two mysterious objects washed ashore on the beaches of Phuket and Phangnga. These discoveries have fueled various theories about the origin of these objects, ranging from space debris to parts of an aircraft.

Safe Riding Project: A Focus on Helmets

richard1 year ago4 mins

On August 30, 2023, Thipparatpittaya School held a ceremony to officially launch the Safe Riding Project, an initiative aimed at promoting motorcycle safety among students. The event was attended by several stakeholders, including Mr. Theewarat Chaiyasis, the school’s Deputy Director, members of the Municipality Council, volunteer health workers, teachers, students, Koh Samui Police Station officers, hospital staff, municipal employees, and the Department of Public Health and Environment.

Woman Arrested at Border: Tragic Connection to Scam Gang

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A young woman named Suchada Chabutsri, 19, was arrested in the arrivals area of the Sa Kaeo border checkpoint as she returned to Thailand from Cambodia through Poipet township. The arrest was made on Tuesday night by the immigration and local police. Suchada was wanted on an arrest warrant issued by the Samut Prakan Provincial Court on August 28 for collusion in fraud, inputting false information into a computer system causing damage to people, and opening a bank account for fraudulent purposes.

Deputy Police Chief Surachate Investigates Cambodia Scam-Deaths Case

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Deputy national police chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn is set to travel to Cambodia to collaborate with local law enforcement in hunting down a Chineseled scam gang in Poipet. This gang is connected to a tragic family incident in Samut Prakan, Thailand.

Chinese Couple Arrested in Thailand for Massive Fraud

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A Chinese couple has been apprehended by the Immigration Bureau in Thailand for their alleged involvement in fraudulent investment schemes in China. These schemes reportedly caused damages amounting to over 1.5 billion baht. The arrest was made following a request from Chinese authorities who suspected the couple fled to Thailand after conning their compatriots out of this significant sum.