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Local News•Aug 22, 2023

Health Check Results Presentation for Koh Samui Farmers

On August 21, 2023, a health check results presentation event took place at the Phet Samui meeting room in Koh Samui Municipality. Ms. Supinya Sritongkul presided over the event, which involved collaboration between the Koh Samui Municipality, the Health Examination Center, and the Occupational Medicine Group of Koh Samui Hospital.

Thailand News•Aug 21, 2023

Damages Sought by Locals in Muno Village After Fireworks Explosion

On July 29th, a devastating explosion occurred at a fireworks warehouse in Sungai Kolok district's tambon Muno, Narathiwat province. The blast tragically claimed 12 lives and left 389 people injured. In addition to the human toll, the explosion destroyed three schools and caused significant damage to 682 homes in Muno village.

Events•Aug 21, 2023

Sound of Earth Live Music Concert: A Unique Experience in Koh Samui

The Sound of Earth live music concert took place on August 19, 2023, at 5:00 pm in the picturesque Fisherman's Village of Bo Phut, Koh Samui. This unique event featured captivating performances by the Sound of Earth artists group, led by Mr. Naresak Rattanaveroj (John Nuvo), and local artists who love nature and the sound of music.

Thailand News•Aug 21, 2023

Elderly Scottish Kayaker's Daring Rescue from Udon Thani Stream

A 77yearold man from Scotland found himself in a precarious situation when his kayak sank in the Lam Huai Luang stream, Udon Thani, late on Saturday night. The man, identified only as Martin, was swept away by strong currents and ended up stranded on a muddy islet in Muang district.

Local News•Aug 21, 2023

New Koh Samui City Municipality LINE App: A Comprehensive Guide

Koh Samui City Municipality has recently introduced an innovative way for citizens to keep uptodate with news and relevant information about their city. The LINE app, a popular messaging platform, has now been customized to offer a range of services designed to make life easier for Koh Samui residents.

Thailand News•Aug 21, 2023

A Gathering of 10,000 Buddhist Monks in Hat Yai for Annual Mass Alms Offerings

In a spectacular display of unity and devotion, 10,000 Buddhist monks from Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia gathered in the heart of Hat Yai city for the annual tradition of receiving alms from Buddhists. This year's event marked the 20th anniversary of the mass alms offering ceremony, which resumed after a threeyear hiatus due to the COVID19 pandemic.

Thailand News•Aug 20, 2023

Bangkok's New Chinatown: A Mixed Blessing for Huai Khwang District

The Huai Khwang district in Bangkok has witnessed a growing parallel Chinese society, as more Chinese expats have settled in the area. Dubbed the second Yaowarat or Bangkok's new Chinatown, Huai Khwang saw a temporary exodus of Chinese vendors during the pandemic. However, with the Chinese government reopening its borders in January, investors have returned to the district, bringing life back to Pracharat Bamphen Road and the surrounding area.

World•Aug 20, 2023

Thai Restaurateur Tragically Murdered in Germany

A Thai woman, who was a restaurant owner, has reportedly been murdered in Germany. Local news outlet berlin.de revealed that the victim was discovered with her throat slit in the courtyard of her residence on Fuggerstrasse, a neighborhood in the German capital of Berlin.

Thailand News•Aug 20, 2023

Taiwanese Drug Smuggling Ring Busted in Thailand

In a major crackdown, Thai police arrested seven suspects, comprising six Taiwanese men and a Thai woman, for allegedly smuggling cannabis and crystal methamphetamine concealed within truck drive shafts. The successful operation took place in Bangkok and Samut Prakan, following a threemonthlong investigation into the "Khai Huang" drug trafficking network.

World•Aug 19, 2023

Australian Fugitive Apprehended in Phuket for Drug Charges

Thai police have captured an Australian man, Robert Wainwright, who is sought after in Australia for drug and weapon offenses. He was found living in Phuket on a student visa with his Australian girlfriend. Pol Lt Gen Pakphumpipat Sajjapan, Immigration Bureau (IB) commissioner, announced the arrest during a press briefing and mentioned that Wainwright's girlfriend had been handling his affairs to avoid drawing attention.

Thailand News•Aug 19, 2023

Koh Sichang: Development and Challenges

Koh Sichang, a popular island in Chon Buri, has been experiencing ongoing development in various sectors. Recently, the director of the Crown Property Bureau, ACM Satitpong Sukvimol, visited the island alongside other senior officials to follow up on the progress of several projects. Among these are a 3.1hectare solar farm and additional groundwater facilities.

Local News•Aug 19, 2023

Koh Samui Municipal Council Meeting: Key Highlights

Koh Samui Municipality convened for an Ordinary Council Meeting on Friday, August 18, 2017. This article aims to provide an overview of the key points discussed and the decisions made during this meeting, broken down into subheadings for easier navigation.

Thailand News•Aug 19, 2023

Taiwanese Money Laundering Suspect Extradited

A Taiwanese man, Kuo Chemin, suspected of laundering around 3 billion baht (approximately NT$2.7 billion) for phone scammers and online gambling gangs, was arrested in Bangkok on July 27th. He has been extradited to Taipei, where he was handed over to prosecutors on August 10th. The Thai Immigration Bureau police confirmed the news during a briefing on August 18th.

Thailand News•Aug 19, 2023

Attracting Muslim Visitors: Thailand's Ambitious Tourism Plan

Thailand has set its sights on becoming a premier destination for Muslim tourists from around the world by 2027. This ambitious goal has been announced by deputy government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek. The focus on Muslim tourists is due to their increasing numbers and high purchasing power. In 2022 alone, over 3 million Muslim tourists visited Thailand, a significant increase from the 875,043 visitors in 2017.

Thailand News•Aug 19, 2023

Faster Train Travel Coming to Northeast Thailand

The Thai government has announced plans to partially open the Map KabaoJira Junction doubletrack railway line in 2024, which will significantly increase train travel speeds in the region. Currently, passenger trains on the existing singletrack lines can only reach speeds of 50km/h. However, with the completion of the doubletrack upgrade, train speeds will increase to 120km/h for passenger services and 60km/h for freight trains.

Thailand News•Aug 19, 2023

Cyber Scam Crackdown in Thailand Leads to Seizure of Assets

On August 17, 2023, a Myanmar woman named Moe Moe Aye was arrested in Bangkok during a crackdown on online scams and cryptocurrency fraud by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB). The 24yearold was charged with colluding in fraud, inputting false information into a computer system, laundering money, and related offenses.

Thailand News•Aug 19, 2023

Firefighting Training Project: Modern Firefighting Techniques for 2023

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Local News•Aug 18, 2023

Health Insurance Fund Committee Meeting at Koh Samui Municipality

On August 17, 2013, the Health Insurance Fund Committee of Koh Samui Municipality held its 8th meeting of the year. Chaired by Miss Supinya Sritongkul, the Deputy Mayor, the meeting took place at the Mook Samui Conference Room in the Koh Samui Municipality Office. In attendance were heads of government departments, municipal staff, and committee members of the Village Health Volunteer Fund (VHV).

Thailand News•Aug 18, 2023

Cyanide Misuse: An Unsettling Investigation into 36 Cases

In a shocking turn of events, the Department of Industrial Works has requested legal action against 36 individuals, including the notorious serial killer, Sararat "Aem Cyanide" Rangsiwuthaporn, who has brought attention to the misuse of cyanide. The department filed the request with the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) to look into these breaches of laws regulating the poisonous chemical.

Thailand News•Aug 18, 2023

Chinese Woman Arrested in Extensive Police Raids

On August 18th, 2023, the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) led a series of coordinated raids across 29 locations in Bangkok, Pathum Thani, and Chon Buri, resulting in the arrest of a Chinese woman for various crimes including fraud and money laundering.