In a chilling incident, two men employed as brokers for a migrant labor smuggling gang were discovered brutally murdered in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Their bodies, bearing multiple stab wounds, were found concealed in dense grass near Suan Ngam village in tambon Ratniyom of Sai Noi district. The gruesome discovery was made after the victims had been reported missing from a house in Samut Prakan the previous week. Local police were alerted to the location of the deceased, identified as 24-year-old Phanphisit Sukdolphat and 23-year-old Mongkhol Isaman, at around 4 pm on Thursday. Both victims had been brutally attacked, with Phanphisit stabbed thrice in the chest, and Mongkhol suffering knife wounds on his back. Their legs and arms had been bound with electrical wire before being wrapped in blankets and discarded in the bush. Following the filing of missing person reports by their relatives, police had tried to locate the two victims…
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The picturesque Koh Kradan in Trang province has recently experienced a surge in tourism, thanks to its recognition as the number one beach on Earth, according to the UK’s World Beach Guide. As a result, officials are now working to develop the island into a major tourist destination while preserving its stunning natural environment. This month, daily arrivals on Koh Kradan increased from 300 to 2,000 on average, sparking hopes of a tourism revival after three years of COVID-19-related decline. However, concerns have also arisen that the small island, which covers only 2.4 square kilometers in the Andaman Sea, may suffer severe damage due to the sudden tourist influx. Notably situated within Hat Chao Mai National Park, a mere 10 kilometers from the mainland, Koh Kradan boasts pristine white sands and vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. In light of the growing interest in the island, the governor has…
As the influential Deputy Prime Minister overseeing the Finance Ministry, Supattanapong finds himself in a unique position to reshape the production expenses of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat), according to Korn. “Supattanapong has the ability to assist with Egat’s cost structure, instead of transferring the weight of the problem to the general public,” Korn explained. Once a prominent Democrat figure, Korn has since transitioned into the role of Chart Pattana Kla Party leader and subsequently their prime ministerial nominee. Previously, Supattanapong had challenged Korn’s proposal to decrease the fuel tariff (FT) involved in the calculation of electricity expenses from the current rate of 0.93 baht per unit to zero during the three-month hot season. Supattanapong contended that the FT is representative of the fuel expenses in power production. He further clarified that the government is concentrating on supporting at-risk populations due to the overwhelming expenses associated with subsidizing…
After a four-year hiatus due to Covid-19, Thaifex-Anuga Asia is set to return stronger than ever, with an impressive lineup of around 3,000 exhibitors from 43 countries and an expected 60,000 visitors, buyers, and decision-makers from over 120 territories. Organized by prestigious entities such as the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC), and Koelnmesse, this remarkable event promises to be an international hotspot for networking, innovation, and marketing opportunities. Spanning 130,000 square meters across 11 exhibition halls, Thaifex-Anuga Asia will feature over 5,500 booths showcasing the best of global food trends and breakthroughs. In addition to solidifying Thailand’s reputation as a top-tier food producer and exporter, the event will host special activities like chef competitions, informative seminars, and themed zones focusing on halal food, future food innovations, and more. Exhibitions on Thai fruits, trade information, and various food-related organizations will also be available for…
Central Pattana plc, the leading real estate developer in Thailand and operator of Central shopping centers, is expanding its hotel business with the launch of Centara Ubon. This luxury hotel serves as a lifestyle hub in southern Isan, attracting families, couples, and business travelers for various purposes. Developed by Central Pattana plc and managed by Centara Hotels & Resorts, Centara Ubon is ready to cater to a diverse range of tourists. The company continues to expand its mixed-use projects, such as the recent successful project, “Central Korat”, the largest mixed-use project in the Northeast. Its latest mixed-use project, “Central Ubon”, aims to be the center of life in the southern Isan region, boosting its economy and tourism sector. The project includes Central Ubon Shopping Centre, ESCENT Condo, and the newly opened “Centara Ubon Hotel”. Centara Hotel Ayutthaya is also planned for October 2023, which will bring the number of hotels…
A tragic incident took place on the picturesque island of Phuket when a Russian man fell to his death from the parking garage of a popular shopping center, Central Phuket, in the Muang district. The event unfolded on Thursday morning, leaving the local community and visitors shocked. Upon receiving the report around 8:20 am, authorities hurried to the scene and discovered the man’s motionless body, dressed in a flower-patterned t-shirt and black shorts with a brown belt, lying in a horrific pool of blood on the concrete pavement outside the shopping center’s parking facility. Devastatingly, his skull and right shoulder were shattered upon impact. The mystery surrounding the incident gradually unraveled through footage captured on the shopping center’s security cameras. The recordings showed the man entering the parking garage on his own, making his way up to the sixth floor, where he proceeded to sit on a wall, facing the…
Forty-two job seekers from Myanmar were apprehended after illicitly crossing the border into the Sangkhla Buri district of Kanchanaburi, Thailand on Wednesday night. Soldiers, border patrol police, and immigration officers were deployed to the area, following a tip-off regarding a group of questionable individuals in the nearby forest at Song Kalia village, according to Col Thatchadet Arbuarat, Deputy Commander of the Lat Ya task force. The officers arrived in the nick of time, as their informant advised them that the individuals had already boarded a vehicle headed towards a pier near the Vajiralongkorn dam. The group of men and women, composed of 27 males and 15 females, was eventually located behind the pier. Cornered and with nowhere to go, they attempted to flee into the nearby woods, but all 42 members were eventually apprehended. All were confirmed to be Myanmar nationals with no proper travel documentation in their possession. During…
The Chon Buri province in Thailand recently experienced a surprise raid by immigration police and provincial employment officials at a factory in Ban Bung district. The purpose of the visit was to apprehend six Chinese nationals accused of working illegally as factory managers. As it turned out, the accused individuals had entered the country on tourist visas and were unlicensed to work. Upon receiving credible information about inappropriate immigration practices at Lihua Environmental Technology Co., law enforcement decided to take action. This particular company specializes in the production of paper boxes for mobile devices, security cameras, and various electronic products. Interestingly, the suspects in question were all upper-level management, including roles such as production manager and maintenance manager. Despite initial resistance from the factory employees, who tried to delay entry by closing the gate and barring outsiders, the officers were able to make their way inside. In a last-ditch effort,…
A supporter enthusiastically waves a Move Forward flag at a well-attended rally that took place at Samyan Mitrtown in Bangkok on a recent Saturday night. The atmosphere was electric as the Move Forward Party (MFP) disclosed their ambitious roadmap for the initial 100 days of their potential tenure in government. The MFP’s plan delineates the formation of the next administration and the fulfillment of their 300 far-reaching campaign promises. Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat provided insights into the policy priorities set to be deployed within this 100-day framework, while the remaining policies will be gradually executed during the first year in power. The comprehensive list of the party’s 300 policies can be accessed (in Thai) on its official Facebook page. Mr. Limjaroenrat assured the attending crowd that a Move Forward-led government would tap into executive power throughout its first 100 days to facilitate a referendum, enabling the constitution’s rewrite by an…
As members of the US Navy stroll aboard the colossal aircraft carrier USS Nimitz in Chon Buri province, their presence in Thailand serves as a reaffirmation of the United States’ commitment to a“free and open Indo-Pacific” region. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, which began its 11-month mission within the US 7th Fleet area of operations in November, is currently docked at Laem Chabang port, taking a brief break from its notable engagements with Japanese, South Korean, and Philippine forces. As spokesman Lt Ben Bushong explains, their passage through the disputed territories of the South China Sea has been unobstructed, attesting further to the nature of the Indo-Pacific as being free and open. While Lt Bushong refrained from disclosing the carrier strike group’s upcoming destinations following their Thai visit, he emphasized the group’s intention to visit every region in the Indo-Pacific. It was on a bright and sunny Monday that the…