The sister operation behind Phukets highest-rated boat tours. Two Sea Tour and Simba Sea Trips share a marina base, a TAT license and a safety culture — and for guests, thats precisely the point.
The sister operation behind Phukets highest-rated boat tours. Two Sea Tour and Simba Sea Trips share a marina base, a TAT license and a safety culture — and for guests, thats precisely the point.
Poolside Dining, Ice Baths and the Best Khao Soi Outside Chiang Mai. At Boat Lagoon Marina, Soho Pool Club brings together a pool, a kitchen with its own following, and a separate wellness setup, all in one place.
Poolside Dining, Ice Baths and the Best Khao Soi Outside Chiang Mai. At Boat Lagoon Marina, Soho Pool Club brings together a pool, a kitchen with its own following, and a separate wellness setup, all in one place.
Customs and police arrested two people at Phuket Airport on July 10 after discovering 32kg of cannabis hidden in their luggage at the international departure hall.
Customs officials at Phuket International Airport, led by Nucha Jiradisit, airport customs director, alongside control division director Thanomjit Bureeruk and investigation chief Charoenpon Jaengwansuek, coordinated with Saku police under the command of Colonel Silan Sankisatnakul and Deputy Commander Rattanawutti Nuhkaew to arrest two suspects attempting to smuggle cannabis flowers out of Thailand without customs procedures at the international departure hall on July 10, 2026.
The first suspect, 18-year-old Filipino national Levannah Chelsea Guzman, was found with 14 vacuum-sealed packages of cannabis flower weighing 14.5 kilograms hidden inside a black Pierre Cardin rolling suitcase. She admitted ownership of the luggage and its contents. Authorities charged her under the Customs Act B.E. 2560, the Narcotics Suppression Act, the Thai Traditional Medicine Promotion and Protection Act B.E. 2542, and a 2568 Public Health Ministry announcement classifying cannabis as a controlled herb.
The second suspect, Thai national Penypicha Putthasoeng, had her green Swish Navy rolling luggage searched and found to contain 16 vacuum-sealed packages of cannabis flower weighing 17.6 kilograms. She also confessed to ownership and received identical charges. Both suspects and their seized materials were transferred to Saku police for further legal proceedings.
This arrest is part of intensified efforts to prevent cannabis smuggling through airports, with authorities conducting continuous rigorous inspections of passenger baggage to prevent illegal activity and strictly enforce the law.
What a Private Charter from Boat Lagoon Actually Looks Like. Simba Sea Trips runs the same crew and safety standards on its private charters as its group tours. The only real difference is whose day it is.
What a Private Charter from Boat Lagoon Actually Looks Like. Simba Sea Trips runs the same crew and safety standards on its private charters as its group tours. The only real difference is whose day it is.
The government has approved a 400 billion baht energy transition loan, with agencies now required to submit projects offering direct public benefits like EV purchase subsidies and solar installation support.
Deputy Prime Minister Phadej Parisyananda clarified on July 10 that following the Constitutional Court's approval of the royal decree authorizing the Finance Ministry to borrow 400 billion baht for addressing energy crisis impacts and advancing the nation's energy transition, government agencies must now submit long-term energy transition projects. Initial projects must directly benefit the public through measures like interest subsidies or down payment assistance. The Transport Ministry has proposed down payment support for taxi, van, and public transport drivers switching to electric vehicles, while other agencies will offer similar assistance for rooftop solar installations. Phadej explained that each agency will submit projects for review by a screening committee comprising the Finance Ministry Permanent Secretary, the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council, and the Comptroller General's Department. When asked about potential overlap with projects in the 2570 fiscal year budget currently under parliamentary review, Phadej assured there would be no duplication by cross-referencing existing budget allocations. He noted that of the 400 billion baht loan, 170 billion baht has been spent on economic recovery, and the government need not use the full amount by the end of 2570. Further stimulus or economic relief measures depend on the Finance Ministry's reassessment of economic conditions.
While Phi Phi draws day-trippers from every operator on the island, Simba Sea Trips built its Phang Nga Bay route around the one thing that actually changes the experience: the time you arrive.
While Phi Phi draws day-trippers from every operator on the island, Simba Sea Trips built its Phang Nga Bay route around the one thing that actually changes the experience: the time you arrive.
Bangkok closed Prachadhipok Road between Ban Khaek and Wangwan Circle for Purple Line tunnel repairs following previous flooding in the construction area.
At 5:28 AM on July 10, 2026, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation announced a road closure on Prachadhipok Road between Ban Khaek intersection and Wangwan Circle to facilitate repairs to the Purple Line extension tunnel.
Motorists heading to Wangwan Circle are advised to use Phra Pokklao Bridge or Phra Buddha Bridge, turn left onto Itsaraphap Road, then proceed via Lat Ya Road to reach Wangwan Circle. Those traveling from the Thonburi side toward Ban Khaek intersection should use Lat Ya Road as an alternative route.
The road closure stems from repairs needed in the Purple Line tunnel construction area near Wangwan Circle following a previous incident where water flooded the construction site.
Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente praised 39-year-old Messi for his youthful performances at the 2026 World Cup, where the Argentina captain has scored 8 goals to lead the tournament. Messi's stamina and hunger continue to impress as Argentin
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has praised Argentina captain Lionel Messi for playing like a 19-year-old after delivering outstanding performances at the World Cup.
The 39-year-old Messi has shown impressive form at the 2026 World Cup, having scored 8 goals to share the Golden Boot lead and helping defending champion Argentina advance to the quarterfinals.
De la Fuente recently commended Messi's performances, stating: "Leo Messi is displaying excellent form. He looks 19 or 23 years old. He doesn't know fatigue, is never satisfied, and wants more every day. He's a great role model for all his teammates, for football lovers, and for everyone just starting to play football."
De la Fuente also addressed Spain's upcoming quarterfinal match against Belgium, saying: "Tomorrow's match will be the toughest we've ever faced. Belgium is a very strong team. They have players accustomed to winning. It will be a very challenging game."
Simba Sea Trips has built one of Phuket’s most consistently five-star tour operations by running its boats on the same standards its owner once flew by: checklists, briefings, and zero tolerance for “good enough.”
Simba Sea Trips has built one of Phuket’s most consistently five-star tour operations by running its boats on the same standards its owner once flew by: checklists, briefings, and zero tolerance for “good enough.”
A Thai lawmaker proposed a special parliamentary committee to restructure the civil service amid concerns that 1.435 trillion baht in annual personnel costs leaves almost no budget for development programs.
On July 9, during a parliamentary session reviewing civil service development reports for 2567 and 2568, Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong proposed forming a special parliamentary committee to examine restructuring, merging, decentralizing authority, and applying AI technology across state agencies. He noted that while the Public Sector Development Committee's mandate includes advising the cabinet on structure and budgets, its work should be more ambitious.
Thawee unveiled alarming budget figures, revealing that current personnel expenditure totals 1.435 trillion baht, encompassing 3 million active civil servants and 2.4 million retirees. Combined with multi-year budget commitments expected in 2570, this could reach 1.7 trillion baht—leaving almost nothing for development after tax revenues are absorbed by payroll.
He also criticized "integrated budgeting," a system used for over a decade that exemplifies flawed centralized governance. Programs targeting inequality and household debt have worsened because they ignore community-centered approaches. Thawee further warned that budget allocation increasingly favors bureaucrats and capital groups, with only 3-4 major firms controlling multi-year contracts worth roughly 400 billion baht each.
Thawee stressed that civil servant integrity is paramount, expressing alarm at corruption cases in local administration and alleged vote-buying in provincial elections. He vowed to use these issues as grounds for establishing the special committee.
Thailand has officially identified its 15th dinosaur species, Uragasaurus kalasinensis, a newly discovered long-necked sauropod unearthed at the Phu Noi fossil site in Kalasin province. Researchers fr...
Thailand has officially identified its 15th dinosaur species, Uragasaurus kalasinensis, a newly discovered long-necked sauropod unearthed at the Phu Noi fossil site in Kalasin province. Researchers fr...