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Jun 29, 2023

Deputy Chief of Narcotics Division Found Dead

On June 9th, 2023, Pramote Thampanichawat, the 60yearold deputy chief of the Court of Justice's narcotics division, was found dead in his Chatuchak residence in Bangkok. His secretary discovered his lifeless body with a bullet wound to his head, and a 9mm handgun lay next to his right hand.

Jun 28, 2023

Thai Tour Guide Tragically Falls from Hotel in Pattaya

A 48yearold Thai tour guide working with Chinese tourists met with an unfortunate accident on Wednesday morning, when he fell from the fourth floor of a local hotel in Pattaya. The incident occurred at the Malibu City Place hotel around 6:30 AM. The victim, identified as Puwasit Chailangka, was found lifeless in the parking area adjacent to the hotel building.

Jun 26, 2023

Surat Thani Provincial Administration Secures Contract with Samui Logistics

The Surat Thani Provincial Administration Organization has entered into a collaboration with Samui Logistics Limited Partnership for a development project that aims to improve the accessibility to a key tourist attraction in the area. ## Reinforced Concrete Road Construction

Jun 26, 2023

Myanmar Refugees Seek Shelter in Thailand Amid Ongoing Conflict

As the conflict between the military and ethnic groups in Myanmar rages on, nearly 4,800 Myanmar nationals have sought refuge in the Mae Hong Son border districts in Thailand. The fighting has been particularly intense along the ThaiMyanmar border opposite tambon Sao Hin of Mae Sariang district and tambon Mae Ngao of Khun Yuam district.

Jun 26, 2023

Municipal Council Joint Meeting: Period 2 - Annual Year 2022

On June 29, 2022, at 13:30, the Municipal Council held its first session for the annual year 2022 as part of Period 2 of their joint meetings. This article provides a detailed summary of the event and discusses the key topics that were addressed during the session.

Jun 26, 2023

Demolition of Illegally Constructed Beach Villa on Koh Tao

A beach villa on Koh Tao in Koh Phangan district, owned by Cape Shark Villas, has been deemed illegal and is set to be demolished. The villa's construction was brought to light after it was featured on the provincial anticorruption Facebook page "STRONG." An inspection revealed that the villa was built without proper permissions and could potentially harm the environment.

Jun 26, 2023

Harley Riders Salute the King

On June 26, 2023, around a thousand HarleyDavidson owners came together in Bangkok to display their loyalty to His Majesty the King in anticipation of his upcoming birthday on July 28. ## Gathering of the Immortals Thailand Club

Jun 24, 2023

Thai Nationals Arrested for Transporting Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants

On June 23rd, immigration police in Songkhla province arrested four Thai nationals who were involved in transporting 19 illegal Bangladeshi migrants. The group was intercepted while traveling in five cars in Bang Klam district, following a tipoff from informants. ## Immigration Police Chase and Arrest

Jun 23, 2023

Thailand's Top 20 Wellness Itineraries

Thailand has long been a paradise for wellness enthusiasts worldwide. But now, with the recent launch of 20 exquisite wellness itineraries, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is positioning the country as a premier destination for global wellness travelers. ## Thailand Wellness Business Seminar

Jun 23, 2023

CEA Collaborates with Partners to Strengthen Thailand's Creative Economy

The Creative Economy Agency (CEA) has joined forces with 15 public and private partners to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for creative business cooperation. The aim of this collaboration is to boost Thailand's creative economy, expand business opportunities, improve Thai Soft Power, increase economic value, and establish a comprehensive strategic direction for the nation's creative industries in the future.

Jun 23, 2023

Arrest of Deputy Police Chief's Classmate in Online Gambling Case

A police major general, who was a classmate of deputy national police chief Surachate Hakparn, has been arrested along with eight other suspects for operating three illegal online gambling websites. The websites, RRD789, BLUE789, and SEXY789, were targeted by authorities following a complaint from a 24yearold programmer who claimed to have been abducted and assaulted by the operators.

Jun 23, 2023

World Hindu Congress 2023: A Global Gathering in Bangkok

The World Hindu Congress (WHC) 2023 is gearing up to welcome approximately 3,000 Hindus from 60 countries, making it a significant gathering of Hindu communities and organizations. Scheduled for November 2426, this landmark event will take place in Bangkok, marking the first time it's hosted in the vibrant Thai capital.

Jun 21, 2023

Investigation into Police Officers Accused of Extortion from Drug Dealer

Nakhon Si Thammarat's provincial police chief, Pol Maj Gen Somchai Suetortrakul, has ordered an investigation into four officers from the Bang Khan police station. The officers are accused of extorting 300,000 baht from a drug dealer, Chaiya, in exchange for his release last Thursday.

Jun 20, 2023

Hostage Rescued at Police Checkpoint in Bangkok

In a harrowing turn of events, a man being held hostage managed to call for help as the car he was in approached a police checkpoint in Bangkok's Min Buri district. The police officers, who were manning a drink driving test point on Rom Klao Road, heard the cry for help around 12:30 am and proceeded to pull over both the Chevrolet car with the hostage and the Toyota car following behind it.

Jun 20, 2023

Chinese Tourists Dominate Phuket's Low Season

Phuket has seen a surge in Chinese tourists during the start of the low season, with the majority of international visitors hailing from China. Russia and Australia follow as the next top sources of tourists, as reported by the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA).

Jun 18, 2023

Russian Tourist Injured in Altercation with Pattaya Go-Go Bar Guards

A Russian tourist, identified as 33yearold Oleg Rusovsiannikov, was injured during an altercation with a group of guards at a gogo bar on Pattaya's Walking Street. The incident occurred early on a Sunday in the Bang Lamung district's tambon Nong Prue, and was reported to the Pattaya police at around 3:30 am.

Jun 18, 2023

Krabi: Aiming for Carbon Neutrality by 2040

The Thai government has set an ambitious goal to transform Krabi, an Andaman province, into a carbonneutral tourism destination by 2040. Government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri revealed the plan, stating that Prime Minister Prayut Chanocha has expressed gratitude to all participants who have cooperated in striving to achieve netzero carbon emissions in the sector by 2040. This initiative is part of a broader plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and netzero emissions at the national level by 2065.

Jun 17, 2023

Online Scammers Posing as TikTok Employees Lure Victim into Fraudulent Investment Scheme

Police are currently investigating a scam in which a group of con artists posed as employees of the popular social media platform, TikTok, to deceive a victim into investing more than 3.5 million baht in a fake stock trading scheme. The victim, known only as Joke, is an active user of the platform and was targeted due to his large following.

Jun 17, 2023

Tangmo's Mother Seeks Murder Charge in Speedboat Accident

On the night of February 24, 2023, Thai actress Nida "Tangmo" Patcharaveerapong fell into the Chao Phraya River from a speedboat near the Pibul 1 pier in Muang district of Nonthaburi. Her body was found two days later, and the incident received widespread coverage in local media.

Jun 15, 2023

Myanmar Refugees Find Shelter in Mae Hong Son

The ongoing conflict in Myanmar's Kayah State has led to the displacement of thousands of civilians. According to Mae Hong Son's provincial governor, Chettha Mosikkharat, Thai authorities have provided assistance to 3,342 refugees who fled the border war in Kayah State.