Krabi – Thailand’s Department of National Parks has announced the seasonal closure of Maya Bay and Loh Sama Bay from August 1 to September 30, 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to protect the fragile marine ecosystem of the world-famous destination. The two-month shutdown allows coral reefs, shorelines, and marine life to recover from the […]
Pattaya – Nong Nooch Tropical Garden has achieved a botanical breakthrough by successfully harvesting nine rare Coco de Mer fruits, yielding ten seeds—including an exceptionally rare twin seed—with a combined weight of 48.2 kilograms. The haul, valued at over 1 million baht, marks a milestone in global horticulture and elevates Thailand’s standing in plant conservation. […]
Phuket – A 31-year-old woman from Songkhla was killed and another injured in a devastating collision between a six-wheeled truck and a motorbike on Wiset Road in Rawai on Tuesday afternoon. The accident occurred when the truck attempted to overtake the two-wheeler, leading to fatal consequences. Teenager Allegedly High On Marijuana Assaults Police After Motorbike […]
Bangkok – The Meteorological Department has issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall across northern, northeastern, and central Thailand from Tuesday through Thursday as Tropical Storm Wipha moves toward southern China before weakening into a depression over Laos. Tour Boat Tragedy in Vietnam’s Hạ Long Bay Bay Leaves dozens Dead Authorities have urged residents […]
Bangkok – Thai immigration authorities have broadened fast-track services at major international airports to cater to increasing numbers of foreign students and families arriving during the summer holiday season. The initiative, initially launched as the “Happy Chinese Summer Channel” for Chinese visitors, now includes families from Western countries such as the U.S., U.K., and Canada, […]
Bangkok – A late-night police operation at a Bangkok entertainment venue led to the arrest of 40 individuals after drug tests came back positive, authorities revealed Friday. The crackdown began with the apprehension of a Vietnamese drug dealer, identified only as “Van,” who was allegedly supplying narcotics in the city’s Wang Thonglang district. Unlicensed Pub […]
Phuket – A 24-year-old tourist from the United Arab Emirates caused chaos in Patong on Thursday afternoon after losing control of his motorbike and plowing through the glass front of a local pharmacy. The dramatic crash, captured on CCTV and widely shared online, left the storefront shattered and bystanders stunned. Middle Eastern Youths Clash in […]
UPDATE: HANOI – A devastating maritime disaster struck Vietnam’s iconic Halong Bay on Saturday afternoon when a tourist boat carrying 53 people capsized amid violent weather conditions brought by approaching Storm Wipha. State media confirmed at least 38 fatalities, including several children, in one of the deadliest incidents to hit the UNESCO-listed tourist destination. Cat […]
