The Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, commonly known as Tourism Malaysia, plans to promote lesserknown tourist destinations within the country to attract more Thai travelers. Currently, the most popular Malaysian destinations among Thai tourists are Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Pahang, and Malacca.
Siam Piwat Group, a prominent real estate and retail developer, has joined forces with leading airline Cathay Pacific to provide increased lifestyle benefits to members of both VIZ and Cathay loyalty programs. This collaboration aims to strengthen Siam Piwat’s premium business ecosystem and enhance its ‘Inclusive Luxury Lifestyle Destination’ positioning.
Rayong, an eastern province in Thailand, has been experiencing heavy rainfall since Thursday night, with Nikhom Phatthana district suffering the worst damage. Flash floods have affected several parts of the district as local authorities, including Nikhom Phatthana Police, Nikhom Phatthana Tambon Administrative Organization (TAO), Siam Ruam Jai Rescue Foundation, and the Siam Rayong Rescue Foundation, are working together to help those in need.
Sararat “Aem Cyanide” Rangsiwuthaporn, her exhusband Pol Lt Col Withoon Rangsiwuthaporn, and her lawyer Thanicha Aeksuwannawat have been indicted on attempted murder and colluding in theft charges. Prosecutors are still reviewing 14 murder cases allegedly committed by Ms. Sararat. The Office of Criminal Cases 5 in the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) issued the indictments.
Three Germans and a Pakistani with Thai nationality have been arrested for the murder of a German businessman in Pattaya. The dismembered body of the 62yearold victim was found in a freezer at a rented house. ## Suspect Arrests and Background
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.
On July 12, 2023, the 2nd edition of the Tourist Volunteer Training Program course focusing on the prevention and surveillance of injuries from toxic jellyfish commenced. The opening ceremony took place at Chaweng Conference Room, Suratthani Rajabhat University, Ko Samui District, and was presided over by Vice Mayor Ms. Supinya Sri Thongkun. A total of 50 participants attended the event, including government officials, municipal staff, nurses, and hotel employees. The lecturers for the event were Ms. Krisana Phromko and Dr. Maratsayu Ingkhaphatsakorn.
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.