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Bumrungrad Launches Weight Management Solution Amid Health Crisis
Published on 22/01/2026
» Bumrungrad International Hospital reveals alarming facts about excess weight and obesity among Thais, highlighting the enormous economic losses faced by the country as a result. Nearly 50% of the Thai population is overweight, with the prevalence continuing to rise — signalling that Thailand is entering a society burdened by obesity faster and more severely than expected. While the majority of individuals struggle to achieve long-term weight loss, Bumrungrad International Hospital offers a comprehensive range of weight management solutions delivered by specialist physicians and a multidisciplinary healthcare team. These personalised treatment programmes are tailored to each individual and place Bumrungrad among the world’s early pioneers in integrated weight management, combining Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) — an innovative minimally invasive gastric suturing technique — with pharmacological therapy. The hospital emphasises that effective prevention of obesity-related diseases requires safe, medically supervised weight control, alongside sustainable lifestyle modifications encompassing nutrition, physical activity, medication and advanced medical interventions.
‘Fishing boat’ that caught fire was smuggling oil
Nujaree Rakrun, Published on 22/01/2026
» NAKHON SI THAMMARAT - A large vessel that became engulfed in flames off the coast of this southern province was not a fishing boat as first assumed, but was carrying smuggled oil, according to sources familiar with the case.
Trat relies on goddess event to woo tourists
Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 22/01/2026
» TRAT — The eastern province hopes a forthcoming event honouring the Goddess of the Sea will be the first step in attracting more visitors to its border district, which remains quiet despite the end of the clashes with Cambodia.
New movies out this week: Jan 22-28
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 22/01/2026
» 7 new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
Koh Phangan tourist police help stranded Briton
Online Reporters, Published on 22/01/2026
» SURAT THANI - Tourist police on Koh Phangan have located and assisted a British tourist who was left stranded on the tourist island after his wallet and ATM cards went missing, leaving him with no money and out of contact.
Three shot dead in Australia, town in lockdown
Reuters, Published on 22/01/2026
» SYDNEY — Three people have been shot dead in an attack in the Australian state of New South Wales, police said on Thursday, with local media reporting the gunman remained at large and the shooting was a suspected incident of domestic violence.
Singha Park Chiang Rai celebrates 10 years of the International Balloon Fiesta
Published on 22/01/2026
» Singha Park Chiang Rai is marking its position as a “World Class Love Destination” as it prepares to host the largest international balloon festival in Asean, the Singha Park International Balloon Fiesta 2026, celebrating its 10th edition. The event will transform the skies of Chiang Rai with more than 30 hot air balloons from 13 countries, welcoming the month of love from Feb 11 to 15, 2026.
Austria to try ex-agent in Russia spying case
AFP, Published on 22/01/2026
» VIENNA - A former Austrian intelligence official is due to go on trial on Thursday, charged with handing over sensitive devices and selling secret information to Russia for years.
Chiang Mai Night Market lights up San Kamphaeng with dazzling visuals
Published on 22/01/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Chiang Mai, launched the “Chiang Mai Night Market” at Khuang San Kamphaeng of this northern province. The event was presided over by Siwakorn Buapong, deputy governor of Chiang Mai, and Thapanee Kiatphaibool, governor of the TAT.
Bangkok to Host Interferry 2026
Published on 22/01/2026
» Interferry 2026 Arrives in Bangkok, A Premier Showcase for Ferry Innovation, Elevating the Region into a Global Hub for Sustainable Waterborne Transport and Economic Growth.