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He almost died from alcoholism in Thailand, but now he is feeding and taking care of street dogs in Samui:

I nearly died of alcoholism — but I found purpose in life rescuing street dogs Short videos that he has posted online showing him feeding dogs quickly went viral — with social media users from around the world offering to help.

An Austrian tourist died today from falling and hitting his head in a Koh Samui hotel. :(

Austrian Tourist Dies in Drunken Fall at Koh Samui Hotel An Austrian tourist who had been drinking heavily every night died after falling down hotel stairs and suffering fatal head injuries on Koh Samui island early Wednesday morning.

Thailand is currently the 8th most visited country in the world. France is # 1.

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has confirmed its plan to acquire 12 Saab Gripen E and F fighter jets from Sweden in a 60 billion baht deal…

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has confirmed its plan to acquire 12 Saab Gripen E and F fighter jets from Sweden in a 60 billion baht deal, with initial delivery expected by 2029.

The deal includes a comprehensive defence offset package valued at over 100 billion baht, promising technology transfers and local industry support.

Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thailand-secures-12-saab-gripen-jets-in-60-billion-baht-deal

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British overstayer busted with co***ne in Chaweng…

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British overstayer busted with co***ne on Samui SURAT THANI - A Briton who failed to stop his motorcycle for a police search has been arrested after being found with co***ne and an expired visa.

Thai woman throws 300,000 baht ring into sea after cheating prank...

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Thai woman throws 300k baht ring into sea after cheating prank A husband's joke about infidelity leads wife to toss 300,000 baht ring into ocean, sparking online debate.

Last night at the office before a Songkran holiday. In about 10 hours we’ll be on our way to Udon Thani…

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Bus heading for Samui crashes in Surat Thani. Foreigners injured...

Source: Khaosodenglish.com

https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/2025/04/04/tour-bus-skids-off-road-en-route-to-koh-samui-foreigners-injured/

Tour Bus Skids off Road en Route to Koh Samui; Foreigners Injured Thailand's roads continue to maintain their dangerous reputation following the latest incident in Surat Thani province, where a tour bus carrying international tourists skidded off the road, resulting in multiple injuries.

"Police in Koh Samui arrested four foreigners—two Russians, one Ukrainian, and one French national—who had set aside geopolitical tensions to enjoy an illegal poker game together at a private residence"

Source: Khaosodenglish.com

https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/2025/03/30/russians-ukrainian-french-national-nabbed-in-samui-poker-raid/

Russians, Ukrainian, French National Nabbed in Samui Poker Raid In an unusual diplomatic gathering of sorts, police in Koh Samui arrested four foreigners—two Russians, one Ukrainian, and one French national—who had set aside geopolitical tensions to enjoy an illegal poke

"Koh Samui, a small piece of heaven in the Gulf of Thailand, has become a standard-bearer for self-care"

How a Small Thai Island Became a Global Destination for Wellness Koh Samui is Thailand's most tranquil wellness escape.