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Local News•Sep 26, 2023

Ko Samui Municipality Honors Retiring Municipal Clerk

On September 25, 2023, a special event took place at the Phetch Samui meeting room within the Ko Samui Municipality Office. This gathering brought together teachers, municipal officials, and members of the Education Office to honor Mr. Panom Wilairat, the municipal clerk, as he prepared for his retirement from civil service.

Local News•Sep 26, 2023

Health Insurance Fund Committee Meeting of Koh Samui Municipality

The Health Insurance Fund Committee of Koh Samui Municipality held its 10th meeting on September 25, 2013. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Mayor Miss Supinya Sritongkun, took place at the Muksamui meeting room of the Koh Samui Municipality Office. A range of stakeholders, including municipal staff, community representatives, and representatives from Koh Samui Hospital, attended the meeting.

Thailand News•Sep 25, 2023

Phuket Hotels Join Forces to Save Water

Phuket, a popular resort island in Thailand, is facing increasing water shortage and treatment issues. As the number of tourists visiting the island continues to rise, the demand for water resources is becoming more acute. To mitigate this issue, a collaborative effort between the Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) and local hotels has been initiated.

Local News•Sep 25, 2023

Koh Samui Street King: A Spectacular Gathering of Supercars

Koh Samui, a beautiful island in Thailand, recently hosted an extraordinary event that attracted the attention of car enthusiasts and tourists alike. The Koh Samui Street King brought together over 50 stunning supercars, creating an unforgettable experience for everyone on the island.

Local News•Sep 25, 2023

Koh Samui Municipality Supports United Education Charity through Forest Robes Offering

On September 24, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., the Kwankhao Conference Hall of Phawana Phothikun Vocational College served as the venue for a united offering of forest robes, organized to support education charity initiatives. Among the attendees were Mr. Sutham Samthong, the Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui, acting on behalf of the Mayor of Koh Samui, along with the management team, members of the municipality council, heads of government departments, municipal officers, and the Street King group.

Thailand News•Sep 23, 2023

Tragic Incident at Phuket Airport: Swiss Man Falls to His Death

In a distressing incident, a 53yearold Swiss man fell to his death from a parking building at Phuket International Airport on Friday night. The authorities suspect it to be a case of deliberate suicide, as it is the second such event in the past month.

Thailand News•Sep 23, 2023

The Case of Songsak Songsaeng: A Disturbing Tale of Murder and Family Tragedy

In a shocking and gruesome series of events, Songsak Songsaeng, a 46yearold man, is accused of murdering five children born to two of his wives. Currently detained without bail, Songsak faces one murder charge, with four more expected pending the results of DNA testing.

Local News•Sep 23, 2023

Samut Ram Temple Academic Project: A Platform for Student Success

On September 22, 2013, at 09:00 am, the Municipal School 3 Samut Ram Temple in Lipa Noi subdistrict, Koh Samui district, hosted the opening ceremony of the Samut Ram Temple Academic Project for the academic year 2013. Mr. Pakorn Kanchanophat, the deputy mayor of Koh Samui, presided over the event, which brought together municipal council members, heads of government departments, school directors, teachers, educational personnel, students, and municipal staff.

Thailand News•Sep 23, 2023

Surge in Chinese Tourism Expected Following Visa Exemptions

A visa exemption policy for Chinese and Kazakh nationals is anticipated to bring a surge of Chinese tourists to Thailand. The policy, which was announced in the Royal Gazette on September 19, allows citizens of China and Kazakhstan to stay visafree for 30 days. The scheme will be in effect until February 29 next year.

Thailand News•Sep 22, 2023

Songkhla's Pursuit of UNESCO World Heritage Status for Its Old Town

The provincial administrative organization (PAO) of Songkhla, a southern province in Thailand, is working together with local civil society to include the old town of Songkhla in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. To achieve this goal, a consultant has been hired to draft a development and management plan that adheres to UNESCO's guidelines for world heritage sites. This collaborative effort aims to preserve the rich arts, culture, and history that has thrived in Songkhla for over two centuries.

Thailand News•Sep 22, 2023

Tackling Recreational Cannabis to Benefit Tourism

Tourism operators have expressed their support for the prime minister's promise to eradicate recreational cannabis usage within six months. They believe that the unregulated cannabis shops have caused more harm to tourism in the past year. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stated in an interview with Bloomberg that the government plans to rectify the cannabis policy within six months to ensure its use is limited to medical purposes. He also mentioned his personal disagreement with the recreational use of the plant.

Thailand News•Sep 22, 2023

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

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.

Thailand News•Sep 22, 2023

Fugitive from Gold Shop Robbery Captured in South Korea

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.

Thailand News•Sep 22, 2023

Bang Phli Mayor Arrested for Bribery in LCD Screen Project

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.

Local News•Sep 22, 2023

Welcome to Koh Samui Street King: An Exciting Supercar Event

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

Local News•Sep 22, 2023

Elderly Health Promotion Project: Building a Strong Mind and Body

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.

Thailand News•Sep 22, 2023

Groundbreaking Elephant Rescue: Unchained Elephants' Historic Effort

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.

Restaurants•Sep 22, 2023

PREGO: A Culinary Voyage Through Authentic Italian Cuisine

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

Thailand News•Sep 21, 2023

InterContinental Chiang Mai: A Living Museum Hotel Experience

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

Thailand News•Sep 21, 2023

Phuket Ready for Chinese and Kazakh Tourists

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.