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Phuket MP Nominee Allegations Under Official Scrutiny
Rangsiman Rome of the People's Party has expressed readiness for investigations into allegations involving a Phuket MP and potential nominee business structures.
Matichon Online ·
People's Party Addresses Allegations Against Phuket MP Somchat
Rangsiman Rome of the People's Party confirms that Phuket MP Somchat Techathavorncharoen is under scrutiny regarding alleged nominee links to 28 companies.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Authorities Continue Crackdown on Illegal Resorts in Thap Lan National Park
A sixth resort owner has voluntarily begun dismantling their property following government efforts to reclaim encroached land in Thap Lan National Park.
Matichon Online ·
Phuket MP Denies Allegations of Acting as a Foreign Nominee
Somchat Techathavorncharoen, a People's Party MP for Phuket, is meeting with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to refute claims that he acts as a nominee for foreign nationals in real estate.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
BerryMobile Updates Website to Enhance Connectivity for Travelers in Japan
BerryMobile has revamped its digital platform to better serve travelers in Japan, highlighting the utility of local phone numbers.
Matichon Online ·
Hotel Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives
A tragic hotel fire in Kolkata, India, has resulted in nine deaths, including five Bangladeshi nationals, with authorities investigating a potential electrical fault.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
AWC Forecasts Strong Tourism Growth for Thailand's Second Half
Asset World Corp (AWC) anticipates a robust tourism recovery in late 2026, driven by government incentives, increased flight capacity from China, and major global events.
Prachachat Business ·
Hotel Fire in Kolkata, India Results in Nine Fatalities
A tragic hotel fire in Kolkata, India, has claimed the lives of nine individuals, including citizens of Bangladesh.
Thai Post ·
Pattaya Strategic Committee Meets to Elevate Global Tourism Status
Sonthaya Khunplome chaired a strategic committee meeting in Pattaya to discuss initiatives aimed at upgrading the city to a world-class tourism destination with international quality-of-life standards.
Matichon Online ·
New M6 Motorway Section Opens for Weekend Travel
Thailand’s Ministry of Labour has announced that the M6 motorway section between Bang Pa-in and Pak Chong will open for free weekend travel starting August 21, 2026.
Thailand Government Public Relations Department — Breaking News ·
UK Farm Faces Backlash Over 'Titanic' Children's Ride
A family farm in Hitchin, England, is under fire for operating a Titanic-themed children's slide, with critics labeling the attraction as insensitive to the historical tragedy.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
A Decade of Devotion: The World’s Largest Hollyhock Garden Opens to Visitors
A Chinese couple has transformed a barren valley into a massive floral sanctuary, now open to the public, fulfilling a long-held childhood dream.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Pattaya Officials Discuss Strategic Plan to Become a Global Tourism Hub
Pattaya city officials met on August 19, 2026, to discuss strategic development plans aimed at elevating the city to a world-class tourism destination.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Thailand to Open M6 Motorway Section for Weekend Travel
Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn announced that a 110-kilometer stretch of the M6 motorway will be free to use on weekends starting August 21, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
M6 Motorway Progress: Weekend Toll-Free Access and December Completion Target
Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has inspected the M6 motorway, confirming that weekend toll-free travel will continue while construction enters its final phase.
Matichon Online ·
Thailand Promotes 70 Innovative Agricultural Brands to HoReCa Sector
The Department of Foreign Trade is connecting 70 innovative agricultural brands with the hospitality and catering industry to boost market reach.
Matichon Online ·
AWC Launches Thailand’s First Fairmont Hotel in Bangkok
Asset World Corp (AWC) has officially opened the Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit, marking the debut of the luxury brand in Thailand.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Ray MacDonald: From 90s Teen Idol to Travel Icon
A look at the career evolution of Thai actor and traveler Ray MacDonald, highlighting his journey from youth football to award-winning cinema and travel media.
Prachachat Business ·
