- Hua Hin learning-disabilities school progress reported/
- Searing heat continues in north, storms most likely in central, eastern and southern regions/
- Thailand to enter rainy season later this month, less rain expected/
- ‘Safe’ dust pollution threshold cut 25%/
- Thailand’s democracy faces pivotal moment in upcoming election/
- The future of Thai workforce: Embracing flex work and employee experiences/
- GrabFood No.1* Food Delivery App is now available in English/
- Bikini-wearing durian seller sparks sales in Kamphaeng Phet/
- Actress and nurses investigated for buying same poison as killer/
- Indian gambling kingpin in net after bust in Pattaya/
- Karen villagers’ settlement in Kaeng Krachan National Park sparks public outcry/
- Three People Seriously Injured After Guardrail Pierces Through Minivan/
- Thailand’s One Drone, One Community project aims to boost smart farming/
- Foreigner police report: Young Polish Woman Dies in Motorbike Accident in Phuket/Canadian teenager found dead in Bangkok condo room/Fun-loving UK teenager dies after taking drugs at Full Moon party/Italian man throws furniture off Pattaya balcony, tests positive for ‘ice’/Body found floating near Koh Samui/
- Tourism: Why Are Chinese Group Tours in April Lower Than Expected?/Full Moon Party draws 20,000 tourists to Koh Phangan/Tourist Police launch campaign to enforce Alcohol Ban during elections/AOT to extend automated check-in at Suvarnabhumi airport from June 1/AOT to develop Suvarnabhumi into the nation’s first ‘Green’ airport prototype/Sacred Thai temple closes after vendors accused of tarnishing it/Thailand to close several popular islands for environmental restoration/
- Thailand Experience: The Best Beers To Pair With The Many Flavors Of Thai Food/
- International: Another Mass Shooting Rocks Serbia Just Days After Deadly School Rampage/Heating oceans a climate ‘time bomb’/Russia takes stock after failed offensive/China factories tap brakes on recovery/Airbnb upbeat as tourism rebounds/In Brazil, a damaged city lives on edge of abyss/
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Hua Hin learning-disabilities school progress reported
Almost 12 months ago, the construction of a new school for children with learning difficulties began near Black Mountain, with the support of a variety of provincial, municipal and education officials, and the sponsorship of many community and business organizations.
E-Jan, a large Bangkok-based media group, is just one of these benefactors offering sponsorship for this significant development in the region’s capacity to meet the needs of disadvantaged children in the community. Continued …
Searing heat continues in north, storms most likely in central, eastern and southern regions
The Meteorological Department today warned the central, eastern, and southern regions to expect possible thundershowers and strong wind gusts.
Low pressure due to heat covers upper Thailand, making it generally hot with cloudy skies during the day, with extreme heat in some areas in the North. Continued …
Thailand to enter rainy season later this month, less rain expected
The rainy season in Thailand will start in the third week of May. The Meteorological Department has announced it is expecting less precipitation this year.
The department expects the amount of precipitation throughout the monsoon season to be 5% less than the normal range. Continued …
‘Safe’ dust pollution threshold cut 25%
The Pollution Control Department (PCD) said it will follow World Health Organization guidelines and reclassify the safe level for ultra-fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from 50 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3) to 37.5 µg/m3 in a bid to curb dust pollution.
Jatuporn Burutphat, permanent secretary for the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, said the ministry supports lowering the threshold on Thailand’s Air Quality Index. Continued …
Thailand’s democracy faces pivotal moment in upcoming election
As Thailand prepares for its upcoming general election on May 14, the country has found itself facing a pivotal moment in the history of its democracy, with Bangkok residents calling for change after having lived under the current administration for eight years.
“I am certain that change is what I want to see,” said 48-year-old Bangkok resident Naratouch Kanjanakul. “We were previously forced to accept things as they were.” Continued …
The future of Thai workforce: Embracing flex work and employee experiences
Despite facing economic uncertainties, nearly 60% of global executives anticipate their businesses to achieve stable or significant growth. Asian leaders, however, express concerns about the rising cost of capital and debt, labor market tightness, and competition for talent when planning for the upcoming year.
In the Global Talent Trends (GTT) Study 2023 by Mercer, human resources leaders in Thailand shared similar concerns. The study surveyed around 2,500 HR leaders worldwide, with nearly 100 companies in Thailand being represented. Among the issues highlighted were a lack of workforce capability and future skills (47%), too many priorities distracting employees (40%), and juggling transformation with a survival mindset (38%). Continued …
GrabFood No.1* Food Delivery App is now available in English
Living in a foreign country can be a thrilling adventure, but it can also pose its fair share of challenges. One of the biggest hurdles for many expats is navigating unfamiliar dining options.
With language barriers and an overwhelming array of unfamiliar dishes, finding a satisfying meal can be a daunting task. Fortunately, in Thailand, there’s an app that stands out from the rest, making your life a little easier: GrabFood. Continued …
Bikini-wearing durian seller sparks sales in Kamphaeng Phet
Actress and nurses investigated for buying same poison as killer
There has been another twist in the Thai cyanide serial killer case. Not only has the serial killer’s husband been charged with aiding and abetting her crimes and released on bail, but the Royal Thai Police (RTP) is investigating the purchase of some cyanide by a famous Thai actress and 10 nurses, who reportedly bought the poison from the same lot number as the killer.
Sararat “Am” Rangsiwuthaporn, the alleged Thai cyanide serial killer, has been charged with the murder of 10 of the 14 victims so far. The RTP has finished gathering evidence in the other four cases and it is reported that Am will be charged for those, as well. Continued …
Indian gambling kingpin in net after bust in Pattaya
Chikoti Praveen, an infamous name in India due to his activities in casinos and gambling, has been caught in a major raid by police in Thailand.
He was one among at least 83 Indian tourists caught during the raid. The arrest took place in early hours of Monday at Asia Pattaya Hotel in Bang Lamung District. Chikoti Praveen had raked in more than 12 million dollars from a makeshift casino set up in the hotel’s convention center. Continued …
Karen villagers’ settlement in Kaeng Krachan National Park sparks public outcry
Protests have erupted among local residents in Phetchaburi over the Thai government’s decision to settle 150 Karen villagers in Kaeng Krachan National Park.
The controversy was sparked on April 30 when the prime minister issued an order permitting the villagers to return to arable land located deep within the Bang Kloy Bon area of the national park. Continued …
Three People Seriously Injured After Guardrail Pierces Through Minivan
Three people have sustained severe injuries after a minivan crashed before piercing through a guardrail in the Thung Song district of Nakhon Si Thammarat.
The Thung Song Police were notified of the accident on Thursday morning on the Asia Nakhon Si – Bangkok Road in the Cha Mai subdistrict. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find that a guardrail had pierced through a minivan on the left side. Continued …
Thailand’s One Drone, One Community project aims to boost smart farming
The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA) has announced its plan to launch a pioneering project in Thailand that will provide large drones to communities and offer training in drone maintenance to encourage smart-farming development.
The initiative, titled “One Drone, One Community,” is backed by the Digital Economy Fund and aims to create an economic impact exceeding 800 million baht across 500 communities, with a planned start date in July. Continued …
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Young Polish Woman Dies in Motorbike Accident in Chalong, Phuket
A 33-year-old female Polish rider died after she crashed her motorbike and slid under a trailer truck in Chalong, Phuket. Continued …
Canadian teenager found dead in Bangkok condo room
A young Canadian man was found dead in his rented condo room in Bangkok yesterday. Police say they are investigating suspicious evidence found inside the room. Continued …
Fun-loving UK teenager dies after taking drugs at Full Moon party
A fun-loving, “fiercely independent” teenager from the United Kingdom died after taking drugs at a Full Moon party in Thailand an inquest heard. A UK coroner yesterday determined that the 18-year-old woman from Winchester died by misadventure after taking ecstasy while backpacking in Thailand. Continued …
Italian man throws furniture off Pattaya balcony, tests positive for ‘ice’
An Italian man made a scene in front of over 100 witnesses on Wednesday night when he threw furniture and large items off a Pattaya balcony. Continued …
Body found floating near Koh Samui
A dead body was found floating in the sea between Koh Samui on Koh Pha Ngan in Surat Thani province, southern Thailand, yesterday. The deceased appears to be a foreign woman. Continued …
Why Are Chinese Group Tours in April Lower Than Expected?
According to the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), the number of tourists traveling in the form of “group tours” through tour companies using the services of ATTA at Suvarnabhumi Airport in April 2023 was between 1,000 and 2,000 people per day, compared to approximately 3,000 to 4,000 people in March, a decrease of over 50%, clearly reflecting the significant loss of tourists traveling through tour companies.
Adith Chairattananon, secretary-general of ATTA, which looks after the inbound market (Chinese tourists), said the big problem for the Chinese tourism market at the moment is the inconvenience of applying for visas. Continued …
Full Moon Party draws 20,000 tourists to Koh Phangan
About 20,000 tourists attended the popular Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan on Thursday night, and it is estimated that the holiday will generate tens of millions of baht for the southern island. Continued …
Tourist Police launch campaign to enforce Alcohol Ban during elections
Yesterday, Police Lt. Col. Pramet Duangkaew led a team of tourist police officers on a mission to enforce an alcohol ban during the upcoming elections.
They were stationed in the busy Rama 9 market area and the popular Khao San Road, where they distributed flyers and conducted public relations activities. Continued …
AOT to extend automated check-in at Suvarnabhumi airport from June 1
Starting June 1, air passengers can check in with their luggage using automated check-in services up to five hours in advance of their departure time, instead of three hours, in order to address congestion at the check-in counters at Suvarnabhumi international airport, according to Kirati Kitmanawat, president of Airports of Thailand Public Co. (AOT).
He disclosed that passengers are worried about the congestion at check-in, with some arriving at the airport up to seven hours in advance, but check-in counters for most airlines only open three hours in advance of departure, resulting in congestion. Continued …
AOT to develop Suvarnabhumi into the nation’s first ‘Green’ airport prototype
Airports of Thailand’s Chief Executive Officer Kirati Kitmanawat says that AOT has a 4-year plan to turn Suvarnabhumi Airport into the first environmentally friendly, or “Green” airport in Thailand. The goal is to develop renewable energy for use within the airport to reduce electricity costs by an average of 20%-30% per year.
AOT has already installed solar panels on the roof of the main terminal and will be adding further photovoltaic power to support a renewable energy system that can help reduce electricity costs even more, similar to other major airports overseas, which have shifted to solar panels to generate power. Continued …
Sacred Thai temple closes after vendors accused of tarnishing it
Thailand to close several popular islands for environmental restoration
Four islands in Trang province, southern Thailand, will close for four months to give nature a chance to restore itself after a hectic tourist season, namely Koh Muk, Koh Kradan, Koh Chuek, and Koh Waen. Thailand’s Similan Islands will also close for the monsoon season.
Yesterday, the chief of Hat Chao Mai National Park, Prit Narasaritkul, announced the temporary cease of tourism activities and overnight stays in the park from June 1 – Sept. 30. Continued …
The Best Beers To Pair With The Many Flavors Of Thai Food
Thai food is one of the world’s most unique, flavorful cuisines. There are so many flavors and ingredients that go into that panang curry, tom yum soup, or papaya salad you love at your local Thai restaurant, from lemongrass and chili peppers to fish sauce and coconut milk.
What makes Thai cuisine so delicious and complex is the ability to marry some of the most interesting ingredients harmoniously and fit into five flavor profiles: spicy, salty, sour, sweet, and creamy. Every authentic Thai dish you have the pleasure of digging into expertly blends the above elements. Continued …
Another Mass Shooting Rocks Serbia Just Days After Deadly School Rampage
At least eight people were killed and 10 wounded late Thursday in a drive-by shooting in a town close to Belgrade, the second such mass killing in Serbia in two days, state television reported. Continued …
Heating oceans a climate ‘time bomb’
With sea surface temperatures swelling to new highs in recent weeks, scientists warn that humanity’s carbon pollution has the potential to turn oceans into a global warming “time bomb”. Continued …
Russia takes stock after failed offensive
Russia announced its winter offensive in Ukraine with great fanfare, but the ill-fated campaign has been another disappointment for Moscow. Continued …
China factories tap brakes on recovery
China’s factory activity unexpectedly contracted in April, as orders fell and poor domestic demand dragged on the sprawling manufacturing sector, a private survey showed on Thursday, imperiling the broader economic outlook for the second quarter. Continued …
Airbnb upbeat as tourism rebounds
Airbnb closed 2022 with an impressive turnaround, as the pandemic-hit business reported its first annual profit on revenue growth of 40% to US$8.4 billion, with net income of USD9 billion. Continued …
In Brazil, a damaged city lives on edge of abyss
A few steps from a cliff edge, Deusimar Batista is hanging clothes to dry in her yard. Near it, a neighbor’s house used to stand on a residential street, but they have all collapsed into the abyss. Continued …
Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule
- Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm
- Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 2:30pm, 4pm, 6pm
The one-way fare is 325 baht.
The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.
Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day
Hua Hin now has twice-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and 3pm, and departing from Pattaya at 8am and 4pm. Tickets are 473 THB.
Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets
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