Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Happy Mother’s Day and more
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from the last week, Monday, August 7th, 2023, to Sunday, August 13th, 2023.
They are not in any...
Photo of Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Brings Major Debate to Social Media
National —
The latest image of Thailand's ex-premier, Thaksin Shinawatra, at the Police Hospital sparked heated arguments on social media regarding the alleged special privileges he might be receiving.
The image, which was widely shared on...
Phuket Officials Clarify About Alleged Extortion of Money From Saudi Arabian Tourist
Phuket –
The President of the Andaman Guide Association has clarified about a rumor about officers allegedly extorting money from a Saudi Arabian tourist.
The story came to light after this week an unidentified tour guide...
Thai Government Aims to Elevate Koh Samui to Top 10 Most Attractive Islands Worldwide
National—
On April 8th, 2024, Ms. Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the Thai Tourism and Sports Minister, publicly revealed a Thai government policy to enhance Koh Samui to be one of the top 10 most attractive islands worldwide.
Recently,...
Dead Dolphin Found on Beach on Pha Ngan Island
Pha Ngan Island, Surat Thani –
A dead dolphin has washed ashore at a beach on Pha Ngan Island.
The Head of the Tan Sadet – Koh Pha Ngan National Center Mr. Thikamphon Penchorm told the...
Several whale sharks sighted at Phangan Island
Surat Thani –
A couple of whale sharks were sighted at Phangan Island in Surat Thani, exciting environmentalists.
Mr. Sittiroj Kaewnongsameta, a vice president of the Phangan Sea Guardian Association told The Phuket Express, “This week...
4 AM Closing Time for Nightspots in Tourism Areas Postponed Indefinitely, says Thai Minister...
National —
The proposal to allow nightspots in tourism areas to stay open until 4 AM has been postponed indefinitely, revealed the Minister of Tourism and Sports, Tuesday, December 20th.
The Cabinet has indefinitely postponed the...
China to Thailand High-speed Rail Project Phase One Done By 2026, Says Officials
The government has reported that the first phase of the high-speed railway is scheduled to be completed by 2026. The first phase is part of the railway project that will connect Bangkok to the...
Phuket Boat Crew Rescued After Getting Stuck on Rock in Krabi
Krabi –
A fishing boat from Phuket was found stuck at a rock in the middle of the sea after being hit by a wave in Krabi.
The head of the Hat Nopparat Thara Mu-Ko Phi...
Four Suspects Arrested With 400,000 Methamphetamine Pills in Chumphon
Chumphon, Southern Thailand –
Four suspects have been arrested with 400,000 methamphetamine pills that were seized in Chumphon.
The Narcotics Suppression Bureau told the Phuket Express today that on Friday (February 9th) they have arrested four...
