Pattaya Unveils Exciting Lineup of Events to Boost Tourism Throughout May 2026

Pattaya, Thailand – The coastal city is set to welcome visitors with a diverse array of events this May, showcasing its commitment to promoting...

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Labor Day Beach Bounty: Thai Workers Flock to Si Racha Shores to Dig for Cockles

Si Racha, Chonburi – On National Labor Day, May 1st, 2026, hundreds of workers and local residents turned out in force along the beaches...

Thai Senators Inspect Koh Larn Landfill, Highlight 150,000-Ton Waste Crisis

Pattaya, Thailand – April 30th, 2026 A delegation from the Senate Committee for Driving the Senator-People Engagement Project, Eastern Region, visited Koh Larn on Wednesday...

Takhian Tia Mayor Joins Hands with Cycling Club to Promote Health-Focused Cycling, Community Unity, and Local Tourism

Takhian Tia, May 1st, 2026– Mr. Mitchai Prakobtham, Mayor of Takhian Tia Subdistrict Municipality and President of the Takhian Tia Cycling Club, chaired a...

Pattaya Unveils Exciting Lineup of Events to Boost Tourism Throughout May 2026

Pattaya, Thailand – The coastal city is set to welcome visitors with a diverse array of events this May, showcasing its commitment to promoting...

Improve Your English! Pattaya English Conversation Group Holds Free Weekly Meetups in Jomtien

Pattaya, Thailand – A social gathering designed at English language practice and friendly conversation has begun in Jomtien. The Pattaya English Group welcomes both non-native...

This Could Be Yours! An Exclusive Mediterranean Style Thai Villa of 280 m² on a 1 Rai “1600 m²” Size Plot with a Coconut Palms Garden Near Pattaya

An Exclusive Mediterranean Style Thai Villa of 280 m² on a 1 Rai “1600 m²” Size Plot with a Coconut Palms Garden. Inside : 3 Large...

Tourist Police Assist British Man Who Forgot His Pattaya Accommodation

Pattaya, May 1st, 2026 – Officers from the Tourist Police provided assistance to a British tourist who was unable to recall the location of...

Chiang Mai Area Serial Killer Arrested After Confessing to Three Homeless Murders

Chiang Mai, Thailand Police in northern Thailand have arrested a 31-year-old man who confessed to the serial killings of three homeless men in separate...

Thammasat University Student Charged with Drunk Driving After Fatal Crash Kills Food Delivery Rider in Pathum Thani, Social Media Outraged Over Alleged Comments At Scene

Pathum Thani, Thailand Police have filed charges against a 22-year-old Thammasat University student for drunk driving after he slammed his BMW at high speed while...

Pattaya Hosting 15th “Southeast Colors EEC The Food Runway” Seaside Food & Music Festival This Weekend

Pattaya, Chonburi Food lovers and beach enthusiasts are invited to the 15th edition of the popular “สีสันตะวันออก EEC The Food Runway” festival, a free-entry event...

Storm Collapses Giant Entrance Arch at Saraburi Wan Lai Festival, Killing One Person and Injuring 11 Others

Saraburi, Thailand A sudden summer storm with strong gusts struck a popular Wan Lai Songkran festival on April 30th, 2026, causing a large entrance arch...

Pattaya Moves Forward with Major Flood Relief Project After Decades of Complaints

Pattaya has long faced persistent flooding despite its seaside location. Residents have repeatedly asked: Why do parts of the city still suffer from flooding,...

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Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Pattaya Police Officer Allegedly...

Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 20th to...

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Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Traffic Fatalities in...

Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 13th to...

Songkran vs. Wan Lai: Thailands New Year Celebrations Explained, Why Dates...

Thailand– As Thailand celebrates its annual New Year festivities, the terms "Songkran" and "Wan Lai" often surface, sparking curiosity about their differences. While both...

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Pattaya Unveils Exciting Lineup of Events to Boost Tourism Throughout May 2026

Pattaya, Thailand – The coastal city is set to welcome visitors with a diverse array of events this May, showcasing its commitment to promoting...

Improve Your English! Pattaya English Conversation Group Holds Free Weekly Meetups in Jomtien

Pattaya, Thailand – A social gathering designed at English language practice and friendly conversation has begun in Jomtien. The Pattaya English Group welcomes both non-native...

Pattaya Hosting 15th “Southeast Colors EEC The Food Runway” Seaside Food & Music Festival This Weekend

Pattaya, Chonburi Food lovers and beach enthusiasts are invited to the 15th edition of the popular “สีสันตะวันออก EEC The Food Runway” festival, a free-entry event...

Coastal Chic at Its Finest: LAY Beach Club’s Milestone Celebration

Perched above Pattaya’s glittering shoreline, LAY Beach Club’s first anniversary celebration, aptly titled Sabores del Mar was nothing short of a masterclass in coastal...

Pattaya’s TCAS and Study Abroad Fair 2026

Today, many students still feel uncertain about their next steps in education and career planning, often unsure where to begin due to the...

Pattaya Heats Up for Thailand Extreme Fest 2026 This Weekend at Central Pattaya Mall

Pattaya, Thailand – April 24th, 2026 – The coastal city is set to explode with adrenaline this weekend as Thailand Extreme Fest 2026 kicks...

Pattaya Open Beach Volleyball Tournament 2026 Kicks Off at Jomtien Beach

Pattaya, Thailand – April 24th, 2026 – The Pattaya Open Beach Volleyball Tournament 2026 officially opened on Friday evening with a ceremony held at...

As The Exciting Pullman G Rugby 10s Approaches in Pattaya, Let’s Take a Fun Look at Rugby Post Retirement Types!

Post-retirement rugby typology (a big word for the study of types) What do rugby players do after retirement? What do they become? In Thailand, like...

Pattaya To Hold 6th Health Network Expo at Terminal 21 Next Month!

Pattaya, April 23rd, 2026 – Pattaya City is inviting residents and visitors to get active, boost their energy, and embrace a healthier lifestyle at...

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Thailand Introduces Progressive Electricity Tariff to Slash Bills for Low-Usage Households...

Bangkok Thai households consuming modest amounts of electricity are set for significant relief under a new progressive tariff structure announced by Energy Minister Akanat Promphan,...

Phuket Commerce Officials Crack Down on Price Gouging After Viral Coconut...

Phuket— Provincial commerce officials rushed to Patong Beach after a viral clip showed a tourist paying 150 baht for a single coconut, sparking widespread...

Thailand Moves to Strengthen Trade Ties with the U.S., Advancing Reciprocal...

Bangkok — Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Suphajee Suthumpun met with U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Sean O’Neill on April 24th to...

Pattaya Advances Creative Economy Vision with Economics Board Game Activity for...

PATTAYA – Pattaya City is embracing innovation in education and economic development, hosting an economics board game activity that aligns with its forward-looking “Pattaya...

Islamic Bank of Thailand Expands Sharia-Compliant Financial Services in Pattaya and...

Pattaya, April 23rd, 2026– A productive meeting was held to discuss and exchange information on the provision of financial services to local residents in...

Pattaya City Mayor Chairs Meeting to Advance Cooperation with Thai Digital...

Pattaya, April 23rd, 2026– Mr. Poramese Ngampichet, Mayor of Pattaya City, presided over a key meeting at 2:00 PM today to review and consider...

Chonburi Province Advances Systematic Development of MICE Industry to Boost Tourism...

Pattaya, April 20th, 2026 Mr. Damrongkiat Pinitchakan, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya City, attended the 2nd/2026 Meeting of the Chonburi Provincial Committee and Working Group...

Vendors Rush to Reserve Spots on Pattaya Beach Footpath Ahead of...

Pattaya, April 17th, 2026 — As the city gears up for its major Songkran and Wan Lai celebrations from April 17 to 19, a...

Tora Tapas: A Look at Pattaya’s Fantastic Dining Hotspot Blending Flavour,...

‘A must-visit destination this Songkran 2026, where bold tapas, DJ nights, and outdoor experiences come together in style’ Happy Songkran 2026 to all our customers,...

National Thailand News

Chiang Mai Area Serial Killer Arrested After Confessing to Three Homeless...

Chiang Mai, Thailand Police in northern Thailand have arrested a 31-year-old man who confessed to the serial killings of three homeless men in separate...

Thammasat University Student Charged with Drunk Driving After Fatal Crash Kills...

Pathum Thani, Thailand Police have filed charges against a 22-year-old Thammasat University student for drunk driving after he slammed his BMW at high speed while...

Storm Collapses Giant Entrance Arch at Saraburi Wan Lai Festival, Killing...

Saraburi, Thailand A sudden summer storm with strong gusts struck a popular Wan Lai Songkran festival on April 30th, 2026, causing a large entrance arch...

Hotel Bookings Plunge Across Thailand as Middle East Conflict and High...

Thailand- Hotels nationwide, spanning budget to luxury segments, are experiencing a sharp decline in forward bookings starting in May, according to the Thai Hotels Association...

Alleged Israeli Crime Gang Leader Matan Arviv Arrested at Luxury Villa...

Koh Samui, Surat Thani Province Thai immigration authorities have arrested a 28-year-old Israeli national identified as an alleged senior figure in the so-called “Avengers” criminal...

Thai Authorities Threaten to Block Bolt Platform After Rider’s Dangerous Joyride...

Bangkok Senior Thai officials have issued a strong warning to ride-hailing platform Bolt, threatening to block its operations in the country following a disturbing incident...

Australian Child Sex Offender, Under Lifetime Supervision, Sails Solo for Five...

KHON KAEN, Thailand Thai police arrested a 57-year-old Australian man publicly identified as Richard Carl Skrinjar on April 28th, 2026, in a house in the...

Taiwanese Woman Arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport for Smuggling 30 Indian Star...

Bangkok Thai authorities at Suvarnabhumi International Airport arrested a 19-year-old Taiwanese woman on April 28th, 2026, after discovering 30 protected Indian Star Tortoises hidden...

Thai Justice Ministry Panel Approves Thaksin Shinawatra’s Parole, Cleared For Release...

Bangkok A panel under Thailand’s Ministry of Justice has officially approved parole for former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, paving the way for his release from...

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Thai Politics

Thai Justice Ministry Panel Approves Thaksin Shinawatra’s Parole, Cleared For Release...

Bangkok A panel under Thailand’s Ministry of Justice has officially approved parole for former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, paving the way for his release from...

Pattaya Prepares for Senate Public Engagement Visit to Address Local Issues

Pattaya, Thailand – A coordination meeting was held to prepare for the upcoming field visit under the “Senate Members Meet the People” project, set...

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul Says He Will Only Back Bhumjaithai Party’s...

Bangkok Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has stated that he will support a Clean Air bill only if it is the version drafted by his Bhumjaithai...

Pattaya Mayor Welcomes Senior Consular Official to Strengthen Tourism and Consular...

Pattaya, Thailand – April 24th, 2026 – Pattaya City Mayor Mr. Poramese Ngampichets, together with Pattaya City Council President Mr. Banlue Kullavanich and member...

Thailand and China Vow Joint Action Against Scam Networks, Elevate Bilateral...

Bangkok – Thailand and China have committed to intensifying teamwork against transnational crime, with a particular emphasis on dismantling cross-border scam operations, following high-level...

Takhian Tia Subdistrict Municipality Holds Municipal Day Celebrations for Fiscal Year...

Takhian Tia Subdistrict On April 24th, 2026, the Takhian Tia Subdistrict Municipality organized a special event to mark Municipal Day under the 2026 fiscal...