In the aftermath of a devastating landslide that claimed 13 lives, residents of Kata have formally requested a thorough investigation into the incident, along with the implementation of preventive measures to avoid future tragedies. The landslide occurred last Friday, August 23, and has since sparked significant concern within the local community. Community’s Call for Action The letter requesting an investigation was delivered by Chalong Loi-Samut, a representative of the affected community, during a gathering at Wat Kittisangkaram (Wat Kata). The state news agency NNT reported that the residents are not only seeking answers about the cause of the landslide but…
Author: Ashley Wings
In the wake of a tragic landslide that claimed the lives of 13 people, including several foreign nationals, government officials in Phuket are urgently consulting experts to investigate the disaster and prevent future incidents. The landslides occurred in the Nak Kerd mountain range in tambon Karon, leading to significant loss of life and property damage. Immediate Government Response Phuket’s Provincial Governor, Sophon Suwannarat, announced that the provincial office has reached out to the permanent secretary of natural resources and environment. The goal is to enlist expert assistance to determine the root cause of the landslides and develop strategies to prevent…
The Gold Traders Association (GTA) has announced that gold prices remain stable today, with no fluctuation from yesterday’s closing prices. As of 9:04 AM on August 26, the price of gold ornaments continues to be 40,950 baht per baht-weight. Current Gold Prices in the Domestic Market In the domestic market, the prices for gold bars are set as follows: Buying Price: 40,350 baht per baht-weight Selling Price: 40,450 baht per baht-weight For gold ornaments, the prices are: Buying Price: 39,628.24 baht per baht-weight Selling Price: 40,950 baht per baht-weight These prices are based on the first announcement of the day…
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a critical weather advisory, No. 1 (24/2024), highlighting the impending arrival of severe weather conditions in the upper Andaman Sea and along the west coast of Southern Thailand. This advisory, valid from today until Thursday (August 26-29), warns of heavy rain and strong winds that could affect several key provinces. The intensified southwest monsoon currently sweeping over the Andaman Sea is expected to bring substantial rainfall, ranging from heavy to very heavy, across the region. Wirote Lewcharoenthrap, Director of the Southern Meteorological Center (West Coast) near Phuket airport, issued this alert at 5…
Police have apprehended a former provincial administrative organization president, Yothin, in Bangkok. He is accused of negligence in a road construction project in Chaiyaphum, which led to multiple injuries among local residents. In addition to this, Yothin, 54, was found to have 38 outstanding arrest warrants related to cheque violations. The Arrest Operation The arrest operation was directed by Police Major General Montree Teskan, commander of the Crime Suppression Division (CSD), and executed by Police Colonel Ekkasit Pansita, superintendent of the CSD’s 4th subdivision, along with Police Lieutenant Colonel Piyaporn Reansut. Yothin was arrested in the Khlong Ton Sai area…
The recent devastating floods and landslide in Karon have brought to light the strength and unity of the local community as residents step up to help those affected by the disaster. The heavy rains that began on Thursday evening, August 22, and continued into Friday morning, led to flash floods and a severe landslide in Soi Patak 2, Karon. Tragically, the disaster claimed the lives of 13 people, with Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat confirming the end of the search and rescue efforts. In addition to the loss of life, 19 people were injured, and 209 households suffered heavy damage. The…
For decades, real estate agents have battled a tarnished reputation, often labeled as “snake oil salesmen”—slick operators more interested in commissions than client welfare. But as the real estate landscape evolves, a new era of transparency and accountability is beginning to take hold, challenging these outdated stereotypes. The Evolution of the Real Estate Market The days of relying solely on charm and persuasion to close a deal are fading fast. Today, the real estate industry is being reshaped by fixed-rate commission brokers, market price comparison sites, and platforms that facilitate direct transactions between sellers and buyers. In this transformed environment,…
On August 24, the Governor of Phuket, Sophon Suwannarat, confirmed the tragic death toll from the landslide that struck Karon on Thursday evening, August 23. A total of 13 people have lost their lives in the disaster, which was triggered by heavy rains that led to flash floods and subsequent landslides in Soi Patak 2. Among the victims were a Russian couple, two Thai women from Surat Thani and Sakon Nakhon, and nine Myanmar nationals. The landslide followed an intense downpour, with over 200 millimeters of rainfall recorded in the area on Thursday night alone, causing significant damage and loss…
Thailand recently took a significant step in its ongoing efforts to combat intellectual property rights violations by destroying a massive amount of counterfeit and pirated goods. The destruction ceremony, held at the Air Defence Command headquarters in Don Mueang, Bangkok, was led by Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. The event underscored the Thai government’s commitment to upholding intellectual property rights and protecting both consumers and businesses from the dangers of counterfeit products. Government’s Commitment to Intellectual Property Protection Phumtham, along with key officials including Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisangpang, Commerce Ministry Permanent Secretary Wuttikrai Leeviraphan, and Acting…
A French national in Pattaya has reported a distressing incident in which he was robbed by a transgender individual who allegedly slashed his bag and stole his mobile phone before fleeing the scene. The victim, Pascat Gaston Pair Francais, a 71-year-old Frenchman, filed a complaint with Pattaya police at 2 a.m. Francais recounted that the robbery occurred while he was riding a songthaew, a shared public transport vehicle, from Soi Buakhao to Soi 6. During the journey, someone had discreetly slashed his bag and stolen his Samsung Galaxy A34 mobile phone. Francais described that a transgender individual was also a…