The captivating coastal city of Bang Lamung in a district unassumingly concealed in the heart of Pattaya was the setting for an unfortunate incident. The Sawang Boribun Thamma Sathan Rescue Centre, armed with a team of stellar lifesavers leapt into action posthaste when a distress call at the untimely hour of 3.46am painted a grim picture – a foreign tourist had succumbed to an unforeseen ailment within the comforting confines of a local cannabis café in the unassumingly tranquil region of Tambon Nong Prue. United in their unwavering commitment to save a life in the line of duty, the tireless team from the Rescue Centre and a team of leading medical expert from the renowned Pattaya Hospital raced to the café. Time was of the essence, and on reaching the café, they were met with the jarring sight synonymous with the weight of their profession; the hapless tourist lay motionless…
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In the bustling region of Bang Rak district, situated on the busy Sap Road near the Russian Embassy, a unique spectacle unfolded early on a Sunday morning. Major-General Jirasan Kaewsaen-ek, the eloquent deputy commissioner and spokesperson for the bureau, narrated the story of two different and distinct protest groups that gathered there. The ink of the day had barely dried when at 6 am sharp, the first group of protesters, under the brave moniker of the “Council of World People”, commenced their rally. This assembly materialized with a shared resolve and a singular vision, standing in unity as daylight broke over the Bang Rak district. Their collective presence served as a reminder that the will of the people extends much further than geographical boundaries. Just as the early morning protest began to ebb, a second wave rode in. This wave brought the Ukrainian expatriates, a lively group that begun their…
In the early hours of Sunday, local medical facilities were tending to a total of 111 injured individuals, casualties of an unforeseen incident. Thankfully, by the close of day, all of these patients were successfully discharged from the hospital, having received necessary medical attention. As unfortunate and heartbreaking as it is, among the deceased, seven have been registered by their loved ones, two have been respectfully laid to rest, there are two unknown victims yet to be identified, and the facts regarding the 12th casualty remain undisclosed by the authorities. The initial probe into the incident showcases fireworks or explosives, illicitly stored, as the possible cause behind the grievous explosion. As investigators continue to chip away at the mystery, the remains of this disastrous incident serve as a grim reminder of brutally fatal consequences of such ill-considered actions. In response to the tragic occurrence, the governor of Narathiwat, Sanan Phong-aksorn…
The Disabled Persons Employment Promotion Act of 2007 stipulates a 100:1 employment quota for people with disabilities in government agencies. However, 2022 data starkly exhibits the failure in its implementation, with the achievement of merely 19% of the set target. A Cabinet resolution has asserted the necessity for government agencies with an employment pool exceeding 100 staff to meet the stipulated disability quota within this year without fail. Statistical analysis over the last half-decade distinctly reveals a progressive decline in the hiring of disabled individuals. A detailed breakdown of these statistics is as follows: In 2018, out of the requisite 12,500 differently-abled individuals, there were 10,594 hires, thereby achieving 84.74% of the target. In 2019, the targeted quota rose to 14,226; however, only 6,257 positions (or 43.98%) were filled. The year 2020 saw a further drop with fulfillment of only 25.37% (or 3,911 hires) out of the stipulated 15,412. By…
When a tornado of scandal threatened to overturn his career, Nakhonchai Khunnarong, a reputed Move Forward Party parliamentarian from Rayong, came forth to make a formal declaration through his Facebook, throwing the spotlight on a theft charge from over two decades past. Embodying the spirit of accountability, he announced an imminent exit from his duties within a matter of days. The controversy was quick to engulf the airwaves, and the election committee of Rayong decided to undertake a relentless investigation into the fiasco. Their pursuit led them to the revelation that Nakhonchai had, in fact, experienced a year and a half behind bars in the fading days of the 20th century. The reason: an unfortunate theft-related incident. It’s pertinent to highlight that, according to Nakhonchai’s version, the heist was committed by his companions at a party. Yet, destiny had chosen him and another accomplice to bear the cross of guilt,…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is venturing into unchartered waters with an optimistic projection of a huge surge in domestic travel between July 28th and August 2nd. A stellar travel activity is on the horizon with predictions of an impressive five million voyages. This level of activity could infuse up to 16.6 billion baht into the country’s economy—an astronomical development that is sending ripples of immense excitement throughout the country. Yuttasak Supasorn, the TAT Governor, made it known that this forecasted spike in domestic tourism during this unprecedented long holiday week might trigger hotel occupancy rates bouncing to a robust 63%. He observed during the first two days of this added holiday session, a noticeable amount of travel was directed towards destinations within 200-300 kilometres radius, as covered by the Bangkok Post. The top brass at TAT indicated that these mighty tourist numbers could have easily surpassed current projections,…
The highly respected Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta) has gone into high gear to solidify Chiang Rai and Suphan Buri’s standing as key nodes in the Unesco Creative Cities Network (UCCN). This year’s goal set in its sights: landing a place in the prestigious UCCN list, expected to be unveiled in October. Spearheading this audacious venture is none other than Dasta’s director, Gp Capt Athikun Kongmee. The specialized Thai UCCN Experts Committee has put forth Chiang Rai under the liberating banner of the City of Design category. On the other hand, they’ve championed Suphan Buri under the melodious City of Music category for the 2023 UCCN Call for Applications. These nominations root themselves in the characteristics that paint these cities distinct: their organic identities, the populace’s creative prowess, and their emerging potential as paragons of global creativity, as delineated by the esteemed Unesco. But wait, there’s more! There…
Dense in history and oozing opulence, a marvelous British mansion that was a royal residence of King Prajadhipok during the late 1930s following his voluntary abdication from the Thai throne is now up for grabs. Carrying a price tag of a whopping £5.5 million, approximately equivalent to 240 million baht, it beckons to luxury home-hunters with a taste for regal charm. Nestled near the quaint village of Biddenden in Kent, it’s a mere 70 kilometers southeast of the bustling city of London. This 27 ha property, named Vane Court, is a piece of architecture that has seen the passage of time since 1419, according to the listing by the luxury real estate mogul, Savills. “A dwelling steeped in centuries of fascinating history, Vane Court carries the unique distinction of being a former royal abode,” elaborates Will Peppitt, the overseer of southeastern sales at Savills. “Potential buyers now have a golden…
Something extraordinary is happening off the coast of Ta Waen Beach, situated in Koh Lan, Chon Buri. Spectacular shades of emerald green are swirling in the sea, transforming what was once a vista of deep, glassy blue into a vibrant, aquamarine spectacle. Though the sight is undoubtedly breathtaking, marine specialists indicate that this enchanting phenomenon may not last longer than a couple of days, tending to fade as swiftly as it appeared. Photos of the remarkable green tides at Ta Waen Beach started making waves on social media when “We Love Pattaya” shared them on their Facebook page. But while the mesmerising hues are not harmful, authorities have advised against swimming in their midst. The primary cause behind this otherworldly marine spectacle is something quite simple – plankton bloom. Sorasak Thongbongpetch, the honorable secretary of the Koh Lan community, explained the cause behind the sea’s dramatic colour change. Freshwater influx…
The bustling Bangkok city has recently witnessed the audacious arrest of a Vietnamese national, identified as Nguyen Van Viet. Strikingly, this 40-year-old individual was taken into custody amidst allegations of nifty public fraud and deliberately imputing counterfeit data in computer systems. Notably, the arrest was sanctioned following a warrant issued on the 14th of July by the Criminal Court, as divulged by the metropolitan investigation division commander, Pol Maj Gen Theeradej Thamsuthee. The capture ensued at his ostensibly innocuous goods depot situated in the Lat Krabang district. Vietnamese national Nguyen’s arrest astoundingly unmasked his earnings, which amounted to hundreds of thousands of baht every month. Interestingly, he minted this hefty sum through a deceptive “random parcel sending” scheme, as indicated by Gen Theeradej. The authorities retrieved a remarkable cache of 468 returned shipments with innumerable goods—approximately 5,000 including varied appliances and knives. Digging deeper into the case revealed a perplexing…