Koh Samui News
The Island News
Here you will find news about Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. We are focusing on news concerning tourism, events, developments, local attractions, environmental issues, celebrations and traveling in Thailand in general.
We don't focus that much on crime, accidents, political issues etc. as most other regional news recourses cover these topics.
We are updating the news regularly, so check back regularly to stay updated!
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2014
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Happy Songkran 2014!
We would really like to wish all of you a Happy Thai New Year (Songkran)! If you're in Thailand and are going to drive your bike or car, please be very careful. There are far to many road accidents already!
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Apr 13, 2014, 9:23 pm
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Central Festival Opening
Tomorrow, March 29, it ist time for the grand opening of Central Festival shopping mall in Chaweng, Koh Samui.
This is by far the largest shopping mall on the island, but the building is not that tall, so it will probably blend in rather well in the tropical environment.
March 28, 2014, 3:48 pm
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Koh Tao is World Class!
Koh Tao (a popular scuba diving destination, situated north of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan) has been ranked as the 10th best island destination in the world by users in TripAdvisor’s 2014 Travellers’ Choice Awards.
Congratulations from Kohsamui.org!
Mar 2, 2014, 12:12 pm
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Bike Crash into 7-Eleven
Yesterday afternoon, an unknown driver lost control of his/her motorbike and crashed into a 7-Eleven convenience store close to the fresh food market in Lamai.
I wonder if the staff got surprised when this unexpected guest entered?!
Feb 26, 2014, 4:12 pm
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Two Thieves Busted
Two Algerians accused of stealing a handbag from a female tourist in Lamai, Koh Samui have been arrested in Phuket.
The police could arrest them because of a CCTV clip that was posted on Facebook by the restaurant (Srinuan) and shared by MANY.
Feb 25, 2014, 12:45 pm
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Aussie Choked to Death
A 71-year old Australian citizen was choked to death yesterday from eating an omelette with minced pork.
Medical staff were rushed to the restaurant, but they were not able to save his life.
Our condolences and sympathies to his family and friends.
Feb 8, 2014, 11:03 pm
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Bangkok Shutdown Info
As you may already know, a political group, People's Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) is planning to "shut down" parts of inner city Bangkok, starting from Monday the 13th. They are in opposition of the current government in Thailand.
We are updating our news blog daily about this matter. Please get the details at:
 Bangkok Shutdown info
Jan 10, 2014, 5:10 am
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