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Baby Shark Pattaya Swim Academy Makes a Splash with ‘Baby Shark Fun Fairs’ Exhibition
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya – On September 24th, 2023, the “Baby Shark Fun Fairs” exhibition was organized by Baby Shark Pattaya Swim Academy. Parents brought their club-membered children to participate in the exhibition for recreation. The overall event of
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Source: Pattaya News
By Adam Judd
Man electrocuted while wearing earplugs during phone charging
A 19-year-old man suffered a suspected electrocution while charging his mobile phone with earplugs inserted in his ears. The incident took place in a house in Nongprue, east Pattaya. Paramedics arrived at the scene and discovered Rin, a Cambodian national,
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Source: Pattaya Mail
By Pattaya Mail
Late-night raid on Pattaya nightclub uncovers substance abuse and violations
Pattaya, Thailand – Pattaya police and officers from the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) embarked on an operation to crackdown on entertainment establishments in Pattaya on Sept 23, aiming to combat illegal activities, enforce closing hours, and address substance abuse,
Published 22 minutes ago
Source: Pattaya Mail
By Pattaya Mail
Chinese tourists survive tour bus crash in Pattaya
Pattaya, Thailand – A tour bus carrying Chinese tourists narrowly avoided disaster near Bali Hai Pier in South Pattaya, when the bus’s brakes malfunctioned, leading to a collision with a tree, the hillside, and a milestone marker. Fortunately, all 18
Published 25 minutes ago
Source: Pattaya Mail
By Pattaya Mail
Thailand Ranked 10th in Asia Pacific for World Talent Ranking
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- PRESS RELEASE: Thailand has secured the 10th position in the Asia Pacific region, according to the 2023 World Talent Ranking (WTR) by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD). According to the recent 2023 WTR edition
Published 37 minutes ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Goongnang Suksawat
Philanthropists Dr Otmar and Dr Margret Deter honoured on their birthdays
Pattaya, Thailand – Respected elders of the Pattaya community, Dr. Otmar Deter and Dr. Margaret Deter, founders of the Rotary Club Dolphin Pattaya celebrated their 85th and 80th birthdays respectively at a heart-warming party held at the Romsai Brasserie on
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Source: Pattaya Mail
By Jetsada Homklin
Thai Enquirer News Summary – September 25, 2023
The post Thai Enquirer News Summary – September 25, 2023 appeared first on Thai Enquirer.
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Source: Thai Enquirer
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Cyber Police Raid ‘Big Joke’s’ Residence
Cyber police officers have conducted a search at the house of Deputy National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Surachate Hakparn
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Source: Thai News Agency
By Pantipa Wacharath
Opinion: Making me pay tax is fine but where does it go?
In 1789, American statesman Benjamin Franklin recorded in a letter, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes”. And boy, will the new income tax law starting Jan 1, 2024 will make us feel
Published 2 hours ago
Source: Thai Enquirer
By Choltanutkun Tun-atiruj
North Korea says cooperation with Russia ‘natural’ for neighbours
North Korea on Monday slammed South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for criticising its cooperation with Moscow following leader Kim Jong Un’s Russia visit, saying it is “natural” and “normal” for neighbours to keep... The post North Korea says cooperation with Russia 'natural' for
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Source: Thai PBS World
By jeerapas@thaipbs.or.th
Time ticking on US deadline to avert shutdown
Four months after barely avoiding a catastrophic default, the world’s largest economy is once again on the verge of a major fiscal crisis. President Joe Biden’s Democrats are engaged in... The post Time ticking on US deadline to avert shutdown
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Source: Thai PBS World
By jeerapas@thaipbs.or.th
Debt moratorium policy an exercise in futility?
At the first meeting of the Cabinet on September 13, the new government announced a debt moratorium policy for farmers and small businesses. It was a common refrain of many... The post Debt moratorium policy an exercise in futility? first
Published 2 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Marisa Chimprabha (World)
Ministry to amend tough fisheries law
The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives plans to have the fisheries law amended to help solve economic problems faced by fishermen who say their livelihoods are hurt by tough regulations.
Published 4 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Ministry to amend 'tough' law
The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives plans to have the fisheries law amended to help solve economic problems faced by fishermen who say their livelihoods are hurt by tough regulations.
Published 5 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Land bridge megaproject still on the burner
Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has denied putting the brakes on the southern land bridge megaproject worth an estimated 1 trillion baht, though he says a thorough study is required before it can go ahead.
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Source: Bangkok Post
Sustainability chat session previews SX2023
The weekend's sixth Sustainability Expo (SX) Talk Series highlighted a number of projects set to be showcased in the Sustainability Expo 2023 (SX2023) at the end of this month.
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Source: Bangkok Post
Charter panel may change rewrite rules
Any new constitution draft may be fine-tuned to cancel the requirement for referendums on possible amendments, according to former deputy prime minister Wissanu Krea-ngam.
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Source: Bangkok Post
Hotspots set for glut of arrivals
Major tourism cities expect to see a rise in the number of Chinese tourists when the visa-free scheme for this segment of international arrivals kicks off on Monday.
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Source: Bangkok Post
Army investigating missing fuel
The Royal Thai Army is looking into the disappearance of over 200,000 litres of diesel fuel from its depot in Saraburi last year, an army spokeswoman said yesterday.
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Source: Bangkok Post
PM returns with pledges
Thailand can expect to receive at least US$5 billion in investments from Tesla, Google and Microsoft in the coming years, according to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on Sunday.
Published 6 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Army looking into missing diesel fuel at Saraburi unit
The Royal Thai Army is looking into the disappearance of over 200,000 litres of diesel fuel from its facility in Saraburi last year, an army spokeswoman said yesterday.
Published 6 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Lawyers to file claims over blast
The Lawyers Council of Thailand expects to start filing lawsuits free of charge for victims of the firework warehouse explosion in Narathiwat from next week.
Published 6 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
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Source: Pattaya News
By Adam Judd
Thai Legal Experts Assert Revealing Thaksin’s Health Status Violates Privacy Laws
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- National — Some Thai law experts came out to say that disclosing the personal health conditions of a former Prime Minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, could constitute a violation of the National Health Security Act. The warning came
Published 18 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Tanakorn Panyadee
Thai troops seize 225kg of crystal meth near Thai-Myanmar border
Thai troops seized about 225kg of crystal methamphetamine, abandoned by a gang of drug smugglers on the Thai side of the Thai-Myanmar border in Mae Sai district of the northern... The post Thai troops seize 225kg of crystal meth near
Published 18 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Franc Han Shih
225kg 'ice' seized after gunfight on northern border
A government border force seized 225 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine, or ice, after a clash with a group of suspected drug couriers in Mae Sai district of Chiang Rai province late on Saturday night, police said.
Published 18 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Lawsuits for huge fireworks blast victims to begin next week
The Lawyers Council of Thailand expects to start filing lawsuits free of charge for victims of the fireworks warehouse explosion in Narathiwat next week.
Published 18 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Lawsuits for hundreds of fireworks blast victims to begin next week
The Lawyers Council of Thailand expects to start filing lawsuits free of charge for victims of the fireworks warehouse explosion in Narathiwat next week.
Published 18 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Pattaya United Secures Draw Against DP Kanchanaburi FC
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya — In a gripping match against DP Kanchanaburi FC on Saturday September 23rd, Pattaya United secured a 1-1 draw. The standout performance came from Pakornphat Phasuk, a player who has subsequently been deemed an “MVP”
Published 19 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Tanakorn Panyadee
Pattaya Loma Run on the Beach Attracts over 1,800 Runners
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya — The charity Pattaya Loma Run on the Beach 2023 has succeeded in attracting over 1,800 runners across the country. At 04:45 AM today, September 24th, Mr. Krisana Boonsawad, the Deputy Mayor of Pattaya, took
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Tanakorn Panyadee
PM claims foreign corporations now more at ease about investing in Thailand
Foreign multi-national companies are now less worried about investing in Thailand, except for some legal issues which need to be addressed to facilitate investment, claimed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin upon... The post PM claims foreign corporations now more at ease
Published 21 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Franc Han Shih
Ban recreational use of cannabis, official says
Cannabis use for recreational purposes should be totally banned, and parts of the plant with a high content of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) should be reinstated as narcotics on the list of narcotics, according to Dr Rasmon Kalayasiri, director of the Centre
Published 21 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Former Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome evades arrest, seeks surrender
Pattaya, Thailand – Niwat Chaimongkol, Secretary-General of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), shed light on the case of Itthipol Kunplome, the former Minister of Culture and Pattaya Mayor, who is currently evading an arrest warrant issued against him. This warrant
Published 22 hours ago
Source: Pattaya Mail
By Pattaya Mail
Pattaya Woman Suffers Severe Electric Shock After Leaning on Third Road Light Pole
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya — A female bar employee suffered a severe electric shock after she leaned on a light pole in Pattaya. The allegedly flawed pole was situated on Third Road in South Pattaya in front of a
Published 22 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Tanakorn Panyadee
Over 200,000 litres of diesel disappears from Army facility
The army headquarters is investigating why more than 200,000 litres of diesel disappeared from its Ordnance Materiel Rebuild Center in Saraburi province last year, according to an army spokeswoman.
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
King Rama V’s birth anniversary commemorated on Koh Si Chang
Pattaya, Thailand – Governor Thawatchai Srithong of Chonburi presided over the opening ceremony marking the 170th anniversary of the birth of His Majesty King Chulalongkorn (King Rama V) at the revered Phra Chudhadhuj Ratchasthan on Koh Si Chang, Sri Racha,
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Pattaya Mail
By Pattaya Mail
PM denies appointing Thaksin as advisor
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said this morning (Sunday) that he had not told the media that he has appointed convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra as one of his advisors.... The post PM denies appointing Thaksin as advisor first appeared
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Franc Han Shih
Bangladeshi Men Disguised as Monks to Avoid Thai Immigration Busted
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Songkhla — Seven Bangladeshi men who posed themselves as Buddhist monks to evade Thai Immigration’s radar were arrested in Songkhla province on Saturday, September 23rd. They were charged for illegally entering the country. The foreign men
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Tanakorn Panyadee
Safety Inspection Launched on Pattaya Floating Restaurants to Prepare for Chinese and Kazakhstani Tourists
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya — Authorities conducted a safety inspection on floating restaurants in Pattaya on Saturday night in preparation for an anticipated influx of Chinese and Kazakh tourists through the visa waiver program. The operation, conducted by Pattaya
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Tanakorn Panyadee
Couple, 4-year-old girl, killed in clash
BURI RAM: A four-year-old girl, her mother and stepfather were killed when a motorcycle they were travelling on collided with a pick-up in Nang Rong district on Saturday.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Couple, 4-year-old girl killed in Buri Ram crash
BURI RAM: A four-year-old girl, her mother and stepfather were killed when the motorcycle they were travelling on collided with a pick-up in Nang Rong district on Saturday.
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Source: Bangkok Post
Laem Chabang Port awards 960,000 baht scholarships to underprivileged students
Pattaya, Thailand – Veerayuth Sawangjaeng, Deputy Director of Laem Chabang Port, took centre stage in a ceremony at the port’s welfare centre, to award financial support for the “Opportunity for Saltwater Children’s Educational Development” project. This initiative, funded as part
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya Mail
By Pattaya Mail
British expats in Thailand bemoan Barclays’ latest debanking moves
Barclays’ decision to shut down as many expat accounts worldwide as they can find is causing distress amongst British retirees and long stayers in Thailand. The bank claims the reason is that Barclays’ home services are for UK residents, but
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya Mail
By Barry Kenyon
Boy injured by explosion in Chachoengsao
A six-year old boy was seriously injured yesterday (Saturday) when he opened a bag, which had been abandoned in a playground near his house in Chachoengsao province, and explosive material... The post Boy injured by explosion in Chachoengsao first appeared
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Marisa Chimprabha (World)
Majority of state employees in debt: Nida Poll
A large majority of government officials and state enterprise employees are in debt and agree with the government's policy to have the monthly salary for bachelor's degree graduates start from 25,000 baht, according to a survey by the National Institute
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Majority of state employees in debt: poll
A large majority of government officials and state enterprise employees are in debt and agree with the government's policy to have the monthly salary for bachelor's degree graduates start from 25,000 baht, according to a survey by the National Institute
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
French rapper MHD gets 12 years in prison for youth’s murder
Paris, France – French rapper MHD was sentenced Saturday to 12 years in prison for the 2018 murder of a young man in Paris who was rammed with a car before being set upon... The post French rapper MHD gets 12 years in prison
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Marisa Chimprabha (World)
‘Listen to the people’: PM’s push for water mega-projects triggers flood of concern 
Concerned Thais and environmentalists have expressed alarm at Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s support for a 2.2-trillion-baht water management project on the Mekong, Chi and Mun rivers. “I hope the prime minister... The post ‘Listen to the people’: PM’s push for water
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Marisa Chimprabha (World)
Govt eyes bigger world stage role
Maintaining a balanced foreign policy amid intense rivalry between the United States and China is one of challenges the government will have to grapple with.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
PM talks up Thai credentials at UN meet
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has hailed his visit to the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78) as a success, saying it marks a first step in telling the world that Thailand is now welcoming foreign investors again.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Srettha denies move to approach Thaksin
Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin says he never spoke of a plan to make former premier Thaksin Shinawatra his adviser once the latter is released from jail, as widely reported.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Phuket hotels will be asked to save water
The Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) will join hands with hotels in Phuket to introduce a campaign to save water in the resort island to reduce water consumption in the hospitality sector.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
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Swiss man dies after 'jumping' from airport car park
PHUKET: A 53-year-old Swiss man died after jumping from a car park at Phuket international Airport on Friday night.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Srettha denies move to approach Thaksin
Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin says he never spoke of a plan to make former premier Thaksin Shinawatra his adviser once the latter is released from jail, as widely reported.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Srettha to welcome visa-free visitors
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will welcome Chinese visitors at Suvarnabhumi Airport tomorrow to mark the first day of the government's visa-free scheme for Chinese and Kazakhstani tourists.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Chaithawat elected MFP chief
Chaithawat Tulathon has declared himself the provisional leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP) pending the outcome of a legal battle by his predecessor.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Govt eyes bigger world stage role
Maintaining a balanced foreign policy amid intense rivalry between the United States and China is one of challenges the government will have to grapple with.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
PM talks up Thai credentials at UN meet
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has hailed his visit to the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78) as a success, saying it marks a first step in telling the world that Thailand is now welcoming foreign investors again.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Asean to fight scams, fake news
VIETNAM: Thailand will join hands with neighbouring countries to combat call centre scams and fake news.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Ex-wife of ‘killer dad’ detained
A former wife of Songsak Songsaeng, who is accused of killing five children born to two of his four spouses, has been detained pending questioning of more witnesses in a case that has shocked the country.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Chaitawat Voted as New Move Forward Party Leader in Thailand
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Thailand – Chaitawat Tulathon, 44, has been voted as the new Move Forward Party leader after the charismatic and popular, but plagued with controversy and legal challenges, Pita has resigned from his position. Our previous story:
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Goongnang Suksawat
Next Major Phase of Jomtien Beach Expansion will be in 2024
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya/Jomtien– On September 22nd, 2023, Mr. Ekkarat Khantharo, director of the Pattaya regional marine department, relevant officials, and community representatives held a meeting on the ongoing Jomtien Beach enhancement project. Mr. Ekkarat stated that the project
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Adam Judd
Khao Kheow Open Zoo near Pattaya Welcomes Second Baby White Rhino
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Sri Racha/Pattaya – The Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Sri Racha, not far from Pattaya, welcomed a second baby white rhino. Mr. Tewin Rattanawongsawat, the zoo’s director, revealed to the Pattaya News on Friday (September 22nd)
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Goongnang Suksawat
Pattaya Police Shut Down Nightclub Allegedly Operating Illegally
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya – At 3:30 A.M. on September 23rd, 2023, Pol. Col. Thanaphong Phothi, the superintendent of the Pattaya police station and other relevant officials initiated an inspection of entertainment districts in Pattaya city. Their main missions
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Adam Judd
Prime Suspect Arrested in Pattaya is Linked to Happy Water Party in Uttaradit, say Police
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- National – Banglamung and Chonburi police officers captured an important suspect linked to a “Happy Water” birthday party at a local influential figures home in Uttaradit Province. On September 22nd, 2023, Pol. Col. Navin Sinthurat, superintendent
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Adam Judd
Cellular stations, possibly linked to call centre gangs in Myanmar, shut down
Police and officials from Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) have shut down six illegal cellular sites in the northern provinces of Tak and Chiang Rai and dismantled their... The post Cellular stations, possibly linked to call centre gangs
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
By Kitipat Chuensukjit
Sedan Collides with Fuel Tanker Truck in Pattaya, One Man Injured
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya –At 10:00 P.M. on September 22nd, 2023, the Pattaya radio call center received a car accident report on the 7th Motorway, Pong subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi province. A rescue squad was urgently dispatched to
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Adam Judd
Tour Bus Full of Chinese Tourists Crashes into a Tree at Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya, Driver Blames Brake Failure
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya- Eighteen Chinese tourists were uninjured but shaken up after a tour bus slammed into a tree near the Bali Hai Pier this morning, with the bus driver blaming brake failure. Captain Natthaphon Sangsri of the
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
By Goongnang Suksawat
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