National —
Entertainment venues that are set to stay open until 4 AM in line with the Thai government's policy have been ordered to set up sobering-up areas to prevent patrons from driving home drunk.
The announcement was made by the National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister...
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Thai National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee Wants Sobering Up Areas and...
National —
Entertainment venues that are set to stay open until 4 AM in line with the Thai government's policy have been ordered to set...
Today was Thailand’s Constitution Day, Learn More About It
National (NNT)—
The 10th of December each year is remembered for the granting of Thailand’s first constitution by King Rama VII, following the country’s transition...
Whale Shark in Krabi Found Stranded, Autopsy Reveals Fatal Boat Propeller...
Krabi—
At 6:35 PM, on December 9th, 2023, Thai Marine and Coastal Resource (MCR) officials publicly revealed an autopsy result on the remains of a...
Two Indian Men Die after Minivan Crash in Chumphon, Thailand
Chumphon –
Two Indian men died while four other Indian nationals have sustained injuries after a minivan traveling from Hat Yai heading to Bangkok collided...
Patong Carnival 2023 is Underway- PHOTO TOUR
Patong –
The annual Patong Carnival is underway to mark the beginning of Phuket’s tourism high season.
The Phuket Vice Governor Amnuay Pinsuwan, the Patong Mayor...
Dozens of Foreign Tourists Escape Injuries after Bus Crash on Patong...
Patong –
Dozen of foreign tourists have escaped injuries after a tour bus crashed into the back of a truck on Patong Hill.
The Patong Police...
Southern Peace Initiative Summary Set for Next Month
PRESS RELEASE:
The Special Committee for Peacebuilding in the Three Southern Border Provinces is expediting measures to address the challenges of peacebuilding in the region.
According...
Leatherback Sea Turtle Lays 118 Eggs on Beach in Phang Nga
Phang Nga -
A leatherback sea turtle laid 118 eggs on a beach in the Tai Mueang district.
The Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park...
Motorbike Rider Dies after Getting Stuck Under a Minivan in Kata...
Kata –
A motorbike rider has died after he became stuck under a minivan in Kata.
Emergency responders were notified of the accident on Thursday (December...
Thailand Celebrates Songkran Officially Becoming a UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage
National—
At 6:00 PM, on December 7th, 2023, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, presided over the Songkran celebration of being officially recognised as...
Five People Injured after Pickup Truck Crash in Wichit
Wichit -
Five Myanmar workers have sustained injuries after a pickup truck crashed in Wichit.
Emergency responders were notified of the accident at 5:20 P.M. on...
Two Motorbike Thieves Arrested in Rawai
Rawai –
Police arrested two suspects who stole a motorbike in Rawai.
The Chalong Police told the Phuket Express on Thursday (December 7th) that on December...
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CAAT Addresses Complaints Over Flight Rescheduling by Nok Air, Advocates Passenger...
National—
On November 28th, 2023, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) publicly revealed a discussion with Nok Air during meetings on November 13th and...
Thai Culture Ministry Proposes Liberalizing Film and Games Legislation
PRESS RELEASE:
The Ministry of Culture has finalized a draft for the new Movies and Games Bill, designed to transform the country's film industry by...
Government Launches Major Discount Campaign for New Year
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Commerce is gearing up for a large-scale promotional event in collaboration with over 300 manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and...
NBTC Approves 3BB and AWN Merger
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has approved the merger of internet service provider 3BB with Advanced Wireless Network (AWN),...
THAI Sees 16B Baht Profit Amid Tourism Revival
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - Thai International Airways Plc (THAI) has reported a comeback with a net profit of 16.31 billion baht in the first nine...
Thai Authorities Announce Over 22 Million Tourists in 2023 So Far,...
National
On October 31st, 2023, the Economics Tourism and Sports Division and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports publicly revealed statistics on foreign tourists...
Thai Airways Launches New Uniforms
National—
On October 25th, 2023, Thai Airways International PCL., held a press conference on the topic “FROM PURPLE TO PURPOSE,” highlighting new unique Thai airway...
Over 21 Million International Tourists Have Visited Thailand in 2023 So...
National —
Thailand received 21 million international tourists in the January to October 16th period this year, generating over 882 billion baht in tourism revenue.
In...
Phuket Tourism Strong But Sees Drop in Israeli Tourists, Phuket Businesses...
Phuket –
Phuket has generated 370 billion baht from tourism in about eight months, said the president of the Phuket Tourism Association.
The President of...
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Thai National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee Wants Sobering Up Areas and...
National —
Entertainment venues that are set to stay open until 4 AM in line with the Thai government's policy have been ordered to set...
Today was Thailand’s Constitution Day, Learn More About It
National (NNT)—
The 10th of December each year is remembered for the granting of Thailand’s first constitution by King Rama VII, following the country’s transition...
Whale Shark in Krabi Found Stranded, Autopsy Reveals Fatal Boat Propeller...
Krabi—
At 6:35 PM, on December 9th, 2023, Thai Marine and Coastal Resource (MCR) officials publicly revealed an autopsy result on the remains of a...
Two Indian Men Die after Minivan Crash in Chumphon, Thailand
Chumphon –
Two Indian men died while four other Indian nationals have sustained injuries after a minivan traveling from Hat Yai heading to Bangkok collided...
Southern Peace Initiative Summary Set for Next Month
PRESS RELEASE:
The Special Committee for Peacebuilding in the Three Southern Border Provinces is expediting measures to address the challenges of peacebuilding in the region.
According...
Leatherback Sea Turtle Lays 118 Eggs on Beach in Phang Nga
Phang Nga -
A leatherback sea turtle laid 118 eggs on a beach in the Tai Mueang district.
The Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park...
Thailand Celebrates Songkran Officially Becoming a UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage
National—
At 6:00 PM, on December 7th, 2023, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, presided over the Songkran celebration of being officially recognised as...
Worst Scores in 20 Years for Thai Students on Major Skills...
National—
On December 6th, 2023, the Thai Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) publicly revealed a result of the 2022 Programme...
Update: Thai Engineers Investigate Factors Behind Fatal Coach Bus Crash in...
Prachuap Khiri Khan—
On December 5th, 2023, automotive engineers, the Thai Department of Land Transport, and relevant agencies performed a field inspection of a Bangkok-Nathawi...
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Thai Government Unveils Comprehensive Measures to Tackle Forest Fires and Air...
National—
On December 6th, 2023, Ms. Traisulee Traisanakul, the Secretary to the Thai Minister of the Interior, publicly revealed policies for preventing and solving problems...
Thai Government to Empower Governors with CEO-like Authority
PRESS RELEASE:
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to grant provincial governors powers similar to those of a company CEO, aligning with its decentralization policy....
Thai Prime Minister Visits Phuket Over the Weekend to Inspect Safety...
Phuket –
Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin arrived in Patong over the past weekend and inspected safety drills.
Our previous story:
Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin...
Government Launches Major Discount Campaign for New Year
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Commerce is gearing up for a large-scale promotional event in collaboration with over 300 manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and...
Court Schedules Hearings for ITV Shares Case and Article 112 Amendment
PRESS RELEASE:
The Constitutional Court has set a date for 2 important hearings. The first is set for December 20th, addressing allegations against Pita Limjaroenrat...
Thai Cabinet Approves Marriage Equality Bill
National —
Thailand's Cabinet has greenlighted the Marriage Equality Bill to pave the way for the legalization of same-sex marriage.
Approved on November 21st, the draft...
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