A Spanish chef, Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, aged 29, has confessed to the murder of his Colombian lover, Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, 44, on the island of Koh Phangan, Thailand. According to police, Sancho dismembered Arteaga’s body and disposed of the parts in a landfill and the surrounding sea.
The annual military reshuffle in Thailand is drawing attention as top leaders of the three armed forces and the chief of the Thai defense forces are scheduled for mandatory retirement at the end of September. This year, the reshuffle will not be sent to the cabinet for approval. Instead, it will be considered under the 2008 Defense Ministry Administration Act. A sevenmember panel, chaired by Prime Minister and Defense Minister Prayut Chanocha, will review the list before submitting it for royal approval.
The recent split between Thailand’s two largest parties, Pheu Thai and the Move Forward Party (MFP), may be irreparable, potentially turning the two former allies against each other. According to a political expert, their attempt to forge a coalition was illadvised from the start, as housing the two nearly equalsized parties together was neither realistic nor wise.
Phu Kradueng National Park is one of three newly designated ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHPs) in Thailand. Known for its rare plant species, such as bloomrapes (orobanchaceae), and white and red roses, the park also serves as home to many endangered and protected wildlife animals. Some of the notable species found within its boundaries are the serow, Java pangolin, elongated tortoise, and lar gibbon.
TOA, a leading paint company, recently announced its ambitious plan to plant over 2 million trees by 2034 through its “TOA SAVE US SAVE EARTH” reforestation project. This initiative aims to support their objective of achieving netzero emissions by 2050. TOA’s dedication to sustainable business operations is demonstrated by adhering to the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework, promoting longterm business growth, and striving for a greener future.
Real estate has always been considered a secure investment, but for a property to truly stand out in the luxury segment, it must possess unique qualities, be situated in a prime area, and provide exclusive privileges. Bangkok has recently seen the rise of a remarkable ultraluxury detached house project that has captured the attention of the new wealthy and young successor clientele. Developed by Nirvana Development Public Company Limited (NVD), the magnificent “Nirvana COLLECTION Krungthep Kreetha” redefines luxury living with its concept of turning a residence into an art gallery that captures memorable moments for every family member, all under the theme of ‘The Art of an Indulgent Life.’
The owners of the recently exploded fireworks warehouse in Narathiwat, Sompong Nakul and Piyanuch Peungwirawat, have been confirmed to be hiding in Malaysia. The couple’s business is allegedly connected to influential figures in the southern Thai province. According to Narathiwat police chief Pol Maj Gen Anurut Imarb, the two individuals have not contacted the authorities to turn themselves in.
A video that recently surfaced, showing a group of MiddleEastern tourists held at gunpoint in Pattaya, has been confirmed as a hoax by local police. Two Myanmar workers involved in the prank now face potential imprisonment. ## Arrests and Confiscation
The Ashton Asoke condominium project in Bangkok has received some relief as the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) announced that the luxury condo will not be demolished. Instead, the developer must obtain a new construction permit within 30 days. The Ashton Asoke condominium project in Bangkok has received some relief as the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) announced that the luxury condo will not be demolished. Instead, the developer must obtain a new construction permit within 30 days.
On a fateful Tuesday evening at Karon beach in Phuket, two Indian tourists tragically drowned, while another was rescued after being swept out to sea by powerful waves. This incident brings the total number of drowning victims in the area to four in just five days.