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In a brazen act of defiance, an unidentified male foreign motorcyclist was caught on camera cutting a police chain used to immobilize his motorbike, which was parked in a no-parking zone in Phuket Old Town. The incident, which occurred on Phang Nga Road, has sparked widespread attention after the...
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Warehouse Fire in Rassada Causes Millions of Baht in Damages-VIDEO
RASSADA- A devastating blaze swept through a warehouse on the Bypass Road in Rassada, causing damage estimated to be in the millions of Baht.
The...
Thai Man Arrested for Online Gambling in Patong
Patong –
Patong Police apprehended a Thai man who was caught playing online gambling on his mobile phone on the Bangla Road on Friday (April...
Ice Scatters After Truck Overturns on Phuket Main Road
Phuket –
Ice was found scattered after a truck overturned on a main road in Thalang on Saturday (April 27th).
The Thalang Police...
Australian Motorbike Rider Arrested for Drunk Driving in Patong
Patong –
An Australian motorbike rider was arrested in Patong for drunk driving on Saturday (April 27th).
The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that they...
Iranian Woman Arrested for Theft in Patong
Patong –
An Iranian woman was arrested for theft at a pharmacy in Patong.
The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that on Friday (April...
May 2024’s Festivals and Events in Thailand
PRESS RELEASE:
Visakha Bucha Day celebrations nationwide and Bun Bung Fai Rocket Festival in Isan lead an exciting lineup of events and festivals this month....
Video of Foreign Man Cutting Police Chain Unlocking His Motorbike’s Wheel...
Phuket-
In a brazen act of defiance, an unidentified male foreign motorcyclist was caught on camera cutting a police chain used to immobilize his motorbike,...
Indian Motorbike Rider Arrested for Drunk Driving in Patong
Patong –
An Indian motorbike rider was arrested in Patong for drunk driving on Thursday (April 25th).
The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that they...
Israeli Man Arrested in Phuket for Possessing Illegal Monkeys
Phuket-
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has informed the Phuket Express of the arrest of an Israeli businessman in Kathu due to the illegal possession...
Tattoo Artist Arrested in Phuket for Allegedly Raping 13 Year-Old Girl
Phuket –
A tattoo artist was arrested on his birthday in Phuket after he allegedly raped a 13 year-old girl at a tattoo shop in...
Songkran 2024 Generates 140 Billion Baht for Thai Economy
PRESS RELEASE:
The Songkran Festival, celebrated from April 1-21, has reportedly proven to be a major economic boon for Thailand, generating a total of 140.335...
Thai Mango Sticky Rice Rank 2nd Best Rice Pudding
PRESS RELEASE:
The renowned website TasteAtlas, which compiles recipes and reviews from food critics worldwide, has ranked the top 10 best rice puddings globally. Thailand's...
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Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Total of 287...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 15h, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Thai Prime Minister Visited...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Songkran World Water...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 8th, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Songkran Seven Days Road...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Hualien’s Most Powerful...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 1st, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Crackdown on Foreigners Using Thais...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Same-Sex Marriage Legalized,...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 25th, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Crackdown on Foreigners Breaking...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Massive Gambling Den...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 18th, to...
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Property: Renovated Bar and Restaurant Available in Patong
🍹 Phuket - Renovated bar & restaurant in the heart of Patong on Bangla Road. Four-story building with 100 sqm on each floor. Fully...
Don Mueang Airport Recognized as Top Ten Budget Airline Terminals Globally
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Don Mueang International Airport has been recognized as one of the top ten budget airline terminals globally, securing the 10th position in the...
Thai Hotels Association Reports Strong Booking Rates for Songkran, Anticipates Tourism...
National—
On April 20th, 2024, Mr. Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, the President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), publicly revealed satisfying accommodation booking rates for large Songkran...
Thailand Gearing Up for Extended Three-Week Songkran Festival, Projected Revenues Reaching...
PRESS RELEASE:
Thailand is gearing up for an extended three-week Songkran festival this year, with projected revenues reaching tens of billions of baht. Thanks to...
International Airports Gearing Up for Expected Surge Travelers During Songkran
PRESS RELEASE:
As Thailand prepares for the Songkran festival, its international airports are gearing up for an expected surge in travelers. The Transport Ministry estimates...
Thai Prime Minister Endorsed Idea of Establishing Entertainment Complexes with Casinos
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has reportedly endorsed the idea of establishing entertainment complexes with casinos in Thailand, highlighting the potential to transform illegal...
Thai ฺBOI Approves Support for International Festivals to Boost Tourism
PRESS RELEASE:
The Board of Investment (BOI) has approved promotion for “Music, Sports, and International Festival Businesses” to position Thailand as a global destination and...
Koh Samui Experiences Tourism Surge: Fully Booked Flights and Hotels Amid...
Surat Thani—
On March 27th, 2024, Koh Samui local media reported a large number of foreign tourists flocking to Koh Samui, Surat Thani. It was...
Thailand and India to Raise Frequency of Flights
PRESS RELEASE:
Mr. Suthipong Kongpool, Director of the Civil Aviation Authority, along with Thai government officials and airline officials, discussed the topic of increasing the...
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May 2024’s Festivals and Events in Thailand
PRESS RELEASE:
Visakha Bucha Day celebrations nationwide and Bun Bung Fai Rocket Festival in Isan lead an exciting lineup of events and festivals this month....
Tattoo Artist Arrested in Phuket for Allegedly Raping 13 Year-Old Girl
Phuket –
A tattoo artist was arrested on his birthday in Phuket after he allegedly raped a 13 year-old girl at a tattoo shop in...
Songkran 2024 Generates 140 Billion Baht for Thai Economy
PRESS RELEASE:
The Songkran Festival, celebrated from April 1-21, has reportedly proven to be a major economic boon for Thailand, generating a total of 140.335...
Thai Mango Sticky Rice Rank 2nd Best Rice Pudding
PRESS RELEASE:
The renowned website TasteAtlas, which compiles recipes and reviews from food critics worldwide, has ranked the top 10 best rice puddings globally. Thailand's...
Myanmar Soldiers Reoccupy Myawaddy Base Following Withdrawal of Resistance Fighters
Myawaddy, Myanmar —
The Myanmar soldiers from the 275th Infantry Battalion who had been scattered near the Second Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge have retreated back to...
Russian National Seized for Alleged Assault and Illegal Weapons Cache on...
SURAT THANI – A 38-year-old Russian businessman was apprehended at a luxury villa on Samui Island this past Tuesday, April 23rd, facing serious allegations...
Syrian Man Arrested at Phuket Airport for Using a Fake Passport
Phuket –
A Syrian man was arrested at Phuket International Airport on Sunday (April 22nd) after he was found to be using a fake UAE...
Frenchman Arrested at Bar on Pha Ngan Island for Allegedly Selling...
Surat Thani –
A Frenchman was arrested at a bar on the Pha Ngan Island in Surat Thani for allegedly selling ecstasy and cocaine to...
Thailand Enters Low Tourism Season: Industry Faces Challenges Post-Songkran, Hopes Rest...
National—
On April 22nd, 2024, Mr. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, the President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), publicly revealed that Thailand is officially entering...
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Phuket Aims for Enhanced Safety and Security: Thai Prime Minister Holds...
Phuket, Thailand–
In a bid to bolster safety and security for both residents and tourists, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently convened discussions with Phuket...
Thai Prime Minister Inspects Phuket Infrastructure Development and Traffic Solutions
PRESS RELEASE:
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin conducted an on-site inspection to monitor the progress of infrastructure construction and address issues in the area of...
Thai Prime Minister Urges Police to Crackdown on Influential Figures
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has directed the Provincial Police Region 8 Commander in Phuket Province to intensify efforts in apprehending individuals with bad...
Prime Minister Scheduled to Visit Phuket to Review Traffic Management and...
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to visit Phuket province on Friday (Apr 19) to review several key traffic management and infrastructure projects....
Thai Government Prepares as Iran-Israel Tensions Escalate
PRESS RELEASE from National News Bureau of Thailand-
Iran launched a military assault on Israel early Sunday (Apr 14), firing over 200 drones, ballistic missiles,...
Thai Prime Minister Endorsed Idea of Establishing Entertainment Complexes with Casinos
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has reportedly endorsed the idea of establishing entertainment complexes with casinos in Thailand, highlighting the potential to transform illegal...
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