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Thailand News•Aug 3, 2023

Transforming the Lives of Captive Elephants

The push to end commercial exploitation and restore Thailand's national treasures to their natural habitat ## The Historical Role of Elephants in Thailand

Thailand News•Aug 3, 2023

SCB and OR Collaborate to Support SMEs with Solar Rooftop Loans

Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) continues to promote sustainability among SME entrepreneurs with its SCB SME Green Finance solutions. In partnership with PTT Oil and Retail Business PCL (OR), the bank has initiated a solar rooftop loan project custommade for PTT gas station dealers.

Thailand News•Aug 3, 2023

Fireworks Warehouse Explosion Leads to Police Hunt

On Wednesday, police issued arrest warrants for the owners of a fireworks warehouse in Narathiwat that exploded on Saturday. The blast in tambon Muno of Sungai Kolok district resulted in 12 fatalities, 121 injuries, and damage to 292 houses. The owners, Sompong Nakul and his wife Piyanuch Peungwirawat, failed to report for questioning on Tuesday.

Thailand News•Aug 3, 2023

Tourists Threatened by Gunman in Pattaya

Police in Pattaya are searching for a man caught on video holding a group of foreign tourists at gunpoint at the Sor Thor Ro 5 hill viewpoint. The 99second video shows the gunman, who appears to be of foreign descent, aged 2030 years, and about 170 centimeters tall, threatening around 20 men of MiddleEastern appearance. He ordered them to sit down next to each other while wielding a pistol.

Thailand News•Aug 3, 2023

Koh Lanta Portuguese Man O' War Alert

Tourists visiting Koh Lanta island in Krabi province are being warned to avoid swimming in the sea following reported sightings of the deadly siphonophore known as the Portuguese man o' war. ## Recent Sting Incident

Thailand News•Aug 3, 2023

Seized Smuggled Goods: Chinese Owner Arrested in Thailand

On August 2, 2023, Thai police arrested a 28yearold Chinese man, Luo Zhipeng, in connection with a massive cache of smuggled, pirated goods found in a warehouse in Muang district, tambon Phraekasa, Samut Prakan province. The discovery included approximately 100,000 counterfeit items ranging from gas stoves and skateboards to hair clippers, camera bags, and table fans.

Thailand News•Aug 2, 2023

Chulalongkorn Business School: Triple Crown Excellence

Chulalongkorn Business School Affirms Its Position as Thailand's Premier Business School with Prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation ## Achieving the Triple Crown Accreditation

Thailand News•Aug 2, 2023

Woman Accused of Leading Romance Scam Gang

Police recently arrested Dueanpen Jitwimolprasert, a 33yearold woman suspected of being the mastermind behind the infamous Busarakham romance scam gang. She was apprehended at a house in tambon Tha Chumpol of Photharam district, Ratchaburi province. The Busarakham gang reportedly used photos of an attractive, wellendowed woman under the alias "Busarakham" on a dating app to lure men into their scheme.

Thailand News•Aug 2, 2023

Railway Rubbish Clean-up Initiated After Viral Photos

A joint effort by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has been initiated to clean up rubbish along rail tracks near Phaya Thai. The response comes after a Japanese netizen posted pictures of a Kiha183 train, donated by Japan for tourism purposes, passing by what appeared to be a dump site in the area.

Thailand News•Aug 2, 2023

Maya Bay Closes for Natural Rehabilitation and Safety

Maya Bay, a beautiful location in Krabi made famous by the Hollywood film "The Beach" starring Leonardo DiCaprio, will be closed to the public and tourists for two months during the monsoon season. This closure, lasting from August until September 30th, is aimed at the natural rehabilitation of the area while also prioritizing tourist safety, as strong waves make it difficult for boats to dock at Loh Sama Bay near Koh Phi Phi Le.

Local News•Aug 2, 2023

Koh Tao Welcomes Record Tourist Arrivals

Koh Tao, a scenic island in the Gulf of Thailand northwest of Koh Samui, recently celebrated a new milestone. On July 28, the island saw a recordbreaking number of tourist arrivals, with 3,106 visitors arriving by boat. This surge in arrivals marked the beginning of a sixday government holiday that lasted until August 2.

Thailand News•Aug 1, 2023

Chiang Rai and Suphan Buri Nominated for the UNESCO Creative Cities Network

The Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta) is pushing for Chiang Rai and Suphan Buri to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in 2023. With the final results expected to be released in October, the two cities have been nominated based on their unique identities and creative potential.

Thailand News•Aug 1, 2023

Cracking Down on Biker Gangs in Thailand

The Royal Thai Police (RTP) are intensifying their efforts against five major biker gangs operating in Thailand, following the arrest of the leader and members of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club in Pattaya on July 21. Deputy National Police Chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn confirmed that the Outlaws MC, Hells Angels, Bandidos Motorcycle Club, Mongols Motorcycle Club, and Vagos Motorcycle Club are all being investigated. These gangs, predominantly run by Australian nationals, are involved in various criminal activities such as drug trafficking, assault, extortion, theft, loansharking, fraud, money laundering, attempted murder, and murder.

Thailand News•Aug 1, 2023

Exploring the Night Sky: Thailand's Dark Sky Reserves

The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Narit) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) have teamed up to promote "astronomical tourism" by designating 18 stargazing locations as dark sky reserves in 2023. These locations, free from artificial light, provide a perfect setting for stargazers and photographers alike.

Local News•Aug 1, 2023

Hotel Owner in Koh Samui Shocked by B11m Electricity Bill

A small hotel owner in Surat Thani's Koh Samui district received a rude awakening when she was sent an electricity bill for more than 11 million baht last month. The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has since apologized for the miscalculation, which went viral on social media.

Thailand News•Jul 31, 2023

Dusit Thani College Celebrates 30 Years of Hospitality Education

Dusit Thani College, an esteemed educational institution specializing in the hospitality business under Dusit International, commemorated its 30th anniversary recently. Bangkok Post, Thailand's leading Englishlanguage media, was invited to socialize and participate in workshops at the college. The event showcased the dedication and expertise of the institute in cultivating quality professionals for Thailand's tourism and hospitality industry.

Thailand News•Jul 31, 2023

Smooth Transitions at St. Andrews Sathorn

At St. Andrews Sathorn, the focus is on providing smooth transitions for children as they change year groups. This is important to ensure that children feel safe and secure during these changes. New year groups bring exciting opportunities for growth and development, but they can also be a time of uncertainty. St. Andrews Sathorn is committed to dedicating time and effort in preparing children for these changes.

Thailand News•Jul 31, 2023

The Brutal Murder and Mutilation of a Woman in Samut Prakan

Samut Prakan police arrested a 23yearold man, Khajondet Jampathong, on suspicion of brutally killing and mutilating a 59yearold woman, Jitra Chantharunai. The arrest occurred on Sunday in front of the Charoenchai Condo 2 building on Soi Sri Boonruang 2 Road in Tambon Thepharak. The victim was Jampathong's neighbor and worked as a municipal street cleaner.

Thailand News•Jul 31, 2023

Road Accidents on the First Day of Long Holiday Weekend: 2,000 Injured, 22 Fatalities

On the first day of the long holiday weekend from July 28 to August 2, the nation's roads witnessed a significant number of accidents, leading to almost 2,000 injuries and 22 fatalities. According to the Royal Thai Police (RTP), the main causes of these accidents were speeding, drowsiness, changing lanes, and dangerous overtaking.

Thailand News•Jul 31, 2023

Tragic Discovery: Body of Missing Senegalese Tourist Found in Phuket

The body of a missing Senegalese tourist, Cheikhonuna Ba, was found on Sunday morning after an extensive search operation. The 22yearold had gone missing on Friday while swimming in the sea off Freedom Beach in tambon Karon, Muang district. The body of a missing Senegalese tourist, Cheikhonuna Ba, was found on Sunday morning after an extensive search operation. The 22yearold had gone missing on Friday while swimming in the sea off Freedom Beach in tambon Karon, Muang district.