Nine underprivileged schools in Thailand have been placed under royal patronage by His Majesty the King, according to Education Minister Trinuch Thienthong. These schools, previously named “Sueksa Songkhro” Schools, will be renamed “Rajaprajanugroh” Schools after being adopted by the Rajaprajanugroh Foundation Under Royal Patronage.
In a nationwide operation targeting illegal firearms and criminal activities, Thai police have seized a significant number of illegal guns, ammunition, and drugs while arresting over 900 suspects. The monthlong crackdown began on July 1 and is supervised by multiple law enforcement agencies.
Phuket residents are increasingly concerned about a growing number of unsettling incidents involving foreign visitors. Recently, a TikTok video posted by user Pookpik409 showed a Caucasian man causing damage to parked vehicles in front of a convenience store. Phuket residents are increasingly concerned about a growing number of unsettling incidents involving foreign visitors. Recently, a TikTok video posted by user Pookpik409 showed a Caucasian man causing damage to parked vehicles in front of a convenience store.
On July 22, police in Chon Buri arrested four foreign suspects, including the leader of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club in Pattaya, during a raid connected to the alleged murder of German property broker Hans Peter Walter Mack in Nong Prue district.
Thailand has witnessed a significant increase in foreign tourists, with 15 million international arrivals within the first seven months of the year, according to deputy government spokesperson Rachada Dhnadirek. The school summer breaks in northern hemisphere countries have contributed to this rise in international tourist numbers.
The Culture Ministry of Thailand is planning to promote locations featured in the new Korean television series, “King the Land.” The aim is to attract Korean tourists and fans of the drama. Culture Minister Itthiphol Kunplome appreciates the series for showcasing the country’s beauty and boosting tourism. He encourages fans to visit Thailand and explore the filming locations.
As Thailand’s political landscape continues to evolve, Pheu Thai, the primary opposition party, has grown impatient with the Move Forward Party (MFP) and its leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s efforts to secure the prime minister position. Pheu Thai deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai expressed his concerns about the economic problems facing the nation, which cannot wait for the MFP to keep nominating Pita. He highlighted that Pheu Thai has three prime ministerial candidates ready for the job.
A distressing incident occurred in Phuket, where a South Korean woman, Mi Jung Park, aged 43, was discovered lifeless in her house, along with her two cats. The tragic discovery was made in Villa Soi 1, tambon Chalong, in Muang district on a Sunday.
Thailand has experienced a remarkable surge in electric vehicle (EV) registrations, with over 32,000 EVs registered in just the first five months of this year, a 474.43% rise yearonyear. In comparison, Indonesia sold only 10,000 EVs in 2022 and predicts sales will reach around 50,000 units this year. This growth can be attributed to publicprivate partnerships and supportive government policies, such as the 80% tax break effective from November 2021 to November 2025 and subsidies ranging from 70,000 baht to 150,000 baht (US$2,000 to US$4,350) for eligible EVs.
Police have arrested two out of four suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of a 62yearold German man, Hans Peter Ralter Mack. His dismembered body was discovered in a freezer in a rented house in Chon Buri. Police have arrested two out of four suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of a 62yearold German man, Hans Peter Ralter Mack. His dismembered body was discovered in a freezer in a rented house in Chon Buri.