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Nordic Mafia Boss Wanted on Interpol Red Notice Captured in Phuket
Phuket—
Thai immigration police have successfully apprehended a Swedish national identified as the leader of a notorious Nordic crime syndicate, ending his attempt to...
French Fugitive Wanted in 32 Drug and Money Laundering Cases Arrested...
Phuket -
Immigration Police in Phuket have arrested a French national wanted on an Interpol warrant for more than 30 serious drug trafficking and money...
Officials Raid Spa in Wichit, Seize Crystal Meth Hidden Nearby
PHUKET -
A special operations team carried out a surprise inspection of a spa in Wichit where they seized crystal methamphetamine (“ice”) weighing 46.09...
Experts Urge Thailand to Accelerate Removal of Barriers and Update Regulations...
Bangkok– A smooth and practical transition to full regulatory compliance will be a key factor in ensuring the long-term stability of Thailand’s app-based ride-hailing...
Thailand to Reduce Retail Diesel Pump Prices by 2.24 Baht per...
Thailand will reduce retail diesel pump prices by 2.14 baht per litre starting Thursday, April 9th, 2026, delivering immediate relief to motorists, businesses, transport...
Phuket Airport Confident Russian, Chinese, and Indian Travelers Will Sustain Tourism
Phuket -
Phuket International Airport has announced heightened security and operational readiness to accommodate the surge of travelers during Thailand’s Songkran festival, taking place...
Israeli National Arrested in Phuket for Allegedly Fronting Illegal Tour Business
Phuket —
Tourism Department and Tourist Police launched a raid in Phuket, uncovering an Israeli nominee allegedly illegally managing a tour business. The joint operation...
Phuket Airport Launches Safety and Service Readiness for Songkran 2026
Phuket, April 8, 2026 —
Phuket International Airport has declared full readiness to ensure passenger safety and convenience during the upcoming Songkran holiday, unveiling...
Phuket Opens Safety Command Center for Songkran 2026, Focusing on “Don’t...
Phuket, April 8, 2026 —
Authorities in Phuket have launched a special operations center to strengthen road and marine safety during the Songkran festival, sharing...
Thai Air Force Clarifies U.S. Aircraft Landing in Krabi, Says There...
Krabi —
The Royal Thai Air Force has issued a statement addressing public questions regarding the landing of United States military aircraft at Krabi...
Commisioner of the Tourist Police Visits Phuket to Ensure Songkran Festival...
Phuket, April 7, 2026 —
In line with the directive of Minister of Tourism and Sports Surasak Phanchareonworakul to strengthen tourist safety during the Songkran...
Suspect Arrested with 10,000 Meth Pills in Thalang
Phuket —
Police in Phuket have intensified their campaign against narcotics, arresting a man in possession of a massive haul of methamphetamine tablets in...
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Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Diesel Prices Continues...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 30th to...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Fuel Prices Significantly...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 23rd to...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Fuel Situation Causes...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 16th to...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Airplane Suffers Hard Landing...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 9th to...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Impacts of Middle...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 2nd to...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Airports Report Flight Disruptions...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week Monday, February 23rd, to...
Events in Phuket
Phuket Opens Safety Command Center for Songkran 2026, Focusing on “Don’t...
Phuket, April 8, 2026 —
Authorities in Phuket have launched a special operations center to strengthen road and marine safety during the Songkran festival, sharing...
Phuket Kite Festival is Underway
Phuket -
The skies above Karon Beach came alive with color and motion as the “Phuket Kite Festival 2026” officially opened, transforming the coastline into...
Phuket Honors Heroic Sisters with Spectacular Light and Sound Show
Phuket -
Phuket launched its annual historical extravaganza with grandeur as the province paid tribute to two legendary heroines, Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Sri...
Kathu Revives Cultural Street Festival, Showcasing Phuket’s Heritage
Phuket -
Kathu Municipality has once again brought its historic community to life with the opening of the 14th Kathu Cultural Street Festival, held from...
Phuket Welcomes Chinese New Year with Dazzling Festival
PHUKET-
Twin 40-Meter Fire Dragons Illuminate Old Town, Drawing Thousands of Visitors
Phuket launched its spectacular Chinese New Year celebration, known locally as the “Month Three...
Kathu to Host Annual “Cultural Street Festival”
Phuket -
Kathu Municipality has announced the upcoming “Kathu Cultural Street Festival” (14th edition), an annual event designed to display the rich cultural heritage of...
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Experts Urge Thailand to Accelerate Removal of Barriers and Update Regulations...
Bangkok– A smooth and practical transition to full regulatory compliance will be a key factor in ensuring the long-term stability of Thailand’s app-based ride-hailing...
Thailand to Reduce Retail Diesel Pump Prices by 2.24 Baht per...
Thailand will reduce retail diesel pump prices by 2.14 baht per litre starting Thursday, April 9th, 2026, delivering immediate relief to motorists, businesses, transport...
Phuket Commerce Office Tightens Price Controls Amid Rising Costs
Phuket –
The Phuket Provincial Commerce Office has stepped up efforts to stabilize consumer prices as rising fuel costs ripple through the market. Officials...
Thai Prime Minister Orders Immediate Nationwide Crackdown on Fuel Hoarding and...
Bangkok
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has directed an urgent, comprehensive crackdown on fuel hoarding and the illegal smuggling of oil out of Thailand, wanting to...
Thailand Rolls Out Stricter Rules for Transparency for Fuel Traders
Thailand’s Department of Energy Business has rolled out stricter transparency rules for fuel traders as the government ramps up oversight of the energy market...
Thailand Tightens Price Controls and Provides Relief Measures Due to Rising...
The Ministry of Commerce in Thailand is intensifying nationwide price controls in response to surging global oil prices, driven by geopolitical tensions in the...
Thailand Raises Fuel Prices by 6 Baht per Litre from March...
Bangkok, March 26, 2026
Thai motorists began facing significantly higher pump prices today after the government approved a sharp 6-baht-per-litre increase across all fuel types,...
Thailand’s Department of Energy Business Launches “Fuel Now” App Amid Nationwide...
Bangkok, March 24, 2026 – Thailand's Department of Energy Business (DEB), under the Ministry of Energy, officially launches the "Fuel Now" mobile application on...
Thai Airways Raises Ticket Prices by 10-15% on Certain Routes to...
Thailand-
Thai Airways International (THAI), Thailand’s national carrier, has begun adjusting ticket prices upward by approximately 10-15% on certain routes to reflect sharply higher jet...
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Nordic Mafia Boss Wanted on Interpol Red Notice Captured in Phuket
Phuket—
Thai immigration police have successfully apprehended a Swedish national identified as the leader of a notorious Nordic crime syndicate, ending his attempt to...
French Fugitive Wanted in 32 Drug and Money Laundering Cases Arrested...
Phuket -
Immigration Police in Phuket have arrested a French national wanted on an Interpol warrant for more than 30 serious drug trafficking and money...
Experts Urge Thailand to Accelerate Removal of Barriers and Update Regulations...
Bangkok– A smooth and practical transition to full regulatory compliance will be a key factor in ensuring the long-term stability of Thailand’s app-based ride-hailing...
Phuket Opens Safety Command Center for Songkran 2026, Focusing on “Don’t...
Phuket, April 8, 2026 —
Authorities in Phuket have launched a special operations center to strengthen road and marine safety during the Songkran festival, sharing...
Thai Air Force Clarifies U.S. Aircraft Landing in Krabi, Says There...
Krabi —
The Royal Thai Air Force has issued a statement addressing public questions regarding the landing of United States military aircraft at Krabi...
Commisioner of the Tourist Police Visits Phuket to Ensure Songkran Festival...
Phuket, April 7, 2026 —
In line with the directive of Minister of Tourism and Sports Surasak Phanchareonworakul to strengthen tourist safety during the Songkran...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Diesel Prices Continues...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 30th to...
Phuket Embraces “Proudly Thai Nationwide” Campaign to Boost Tourism
Phuket -
Phuket Province has joined hands with the Ministry of Culture’s nationwide initiative, “Proudly Thai Nationwide,” by encouraging locals, officials, and visitors to dress...
TPN Media Wishes Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn a...
On April 2, Thailand commemorates the 71st birth anniversary of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn,
This special day honors the beloved princess, who...
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Thai Politics
Thai Parliament Re-Elects Anutin Charnvirakul as Prime Minister in Landslide Vote
Bangkok, March 19th, 2026 – Thailand's House of Representatives has confirmed Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, as Prime Minister for a second...
Thailand Establishes Joint Center to Monitor and Manage Impacts of Middle...
Bangkok, March 7th, 2026 – Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has signed an official order establishing a dedicated coordination body to track the rapidly...
Thailands General Election Weekend is Here with a 24 Hour Nationwide...
Thailand-
As Thailand prepares for its general election on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, residents and visitors are reminded that a strict nationwide ban on alcohol...
Phuket Governor Joins Early Voting
Phuket -
Early voting in Phuket’s Constituency 1 began with strong public participation today, as residents flocked to the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization (Old Provincial...
Explainer: The Upcoming Thai General Election and How Thailand Picks The...
Thailand is heading to a surprise general election on February 8th, 2026, after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved parliament in December 2025.
The move came...
Thai Election Commission Confirms Alcohol Sales Bans Nationwide For Parts of...
Thailand-
Thailand's Election Commission (EC) has reminded the public of strict alcohol sale and service prohibitions during the upcoming 2026 general election periods, in accordance...

































































































































