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Tourists shy away from sea around Ko Lan to avoid plankton bloom

14 Sept 09:00 Key points summarised by AI

Tourists at Ko Lan are avoiding the sea due to a green, foul-smelling plankton bloom, despite officials assuring its safety.
The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources confirmed the bloom is from non-toxic Dinoflagellates (Noctiluca scintillans), a natural phenomenon occurring annually for a few days.
Officials attribute the bloom to nutrient-rich sediments from sewers draining into the sea after rain, urging local residents and businesses to properly dispose of waste.

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.