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Thailand Mandates Public Licenses for Ride-Hailing Drivers
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Thailand- As of July 8th, 2025, the Royal Thai Government Gazette announced new regulations by the ETDA requiring all ride-hailing drivers and motorcycle riders on apps like Grab and Bolt to register their vehicles as public transport and obtain a public driver’s license. The rules, effective
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Suspended Thai Prime Minister Vows to Fight Suspension in Thai Constitutional Court
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Bangkok, Thailand- Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was suspended from office on July 1st, 2025, by the Constitutional Court, pending an ethics investigation over a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen. Paetongtarn, the youngest prime minister in Thailand’s history at 38, has vowed
Published on: 7 hours ago
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Eight Cars Damaged in Multi-Vehicle Crash in Jomtien, One Minor Injury Reported
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- PATTAYA, Thailand – A multi-vehicle collision involving eight cars caused damage and minor injuries late Wednesday night on July 9, 2025, on Jomtien Second Road, outbound toward Sukhumvit. The incident was reported at 11:36 p.m. by the Sawang Boriboon Tham Rescue Center in Pattaya City. Police
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Thai Cabinet Withdraws Controversial Casino Entertainment Complex Bill Amid Political Turmoil
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Thailand- On July 8th, 2025, Thailand’s Cabinet announced the withdrawal of the controversial Entertainment Complex Bill, which aimed to legalize casino gambling within integrated resorts to boost tourism and economic growth. The decision, driven by public opposition and political instability, marks a pause in the government’s
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Pattaya Tourist Police Raid Shop Selling Overpriced Miracle Herbal Hair Regrowth Products to Foreigners
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- PATTAYA, Thailand – On July 7th, 2025, at 8:30 PM, Pattaya Tourist Police conducted a raid on a shop accused of selling overpriced herbal hair products to unsuspecting tourists. The operation followed a complaint lodged by Mr. Ajaykumar Tulsiram Mahajan, an Indian national, at the Pattaya
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Local Landlord Dies in High Speed Car Crash in Pattaya
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- PATTAYA, Thailand – A 61-year-old landlord was killed in a high-speed car accident in the early hours of Tuesday, July 8, 2025, after his sedan veered off a curve and crashed into a residential wall. The incident occurred at 1:36 AM in Soi Chak Ngaew 14/1
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Thai Man Injured in Hit and Run Accident in Pattaya, Seeks Justice
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – A 28-year-old bartender was injured in a violent collision when a white sedan ran a red light and cut across his path at a Pattaya intersection, before fleeing the scene. The incident, captured on video and shared by the Facebook page “Social Hunter
Published on: 12 hours ago
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Pattaya Ride-Hailing Driver Describes Terrifying Encounter with Armed Man
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Chonburi – In the early hours of July 7th, 2025, a 31-year-old ride-hailing driver, Mr. Anan (last name withheld), narrowly escaped a dangerous situation while working in Pattaya. The incident, which occurred around 2:00 AM in Soi Arunothai 1, involved a female passenger being pursued
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Banglamung District Holds Meeting with Village Leaders to Implement Ministry of Interiors Social Order Policies
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Banglamung, Chonburi – On July 7th, 2025, a meeting chaired by Mr. Wanchat Wannaprahm, Senior District Officer of Banglamung, was held at the Banglamung District Office’s community hall. The gathering brought together village headmen and sub-district leaders to align efforts with the Ministry of Interior’s policies
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Pattaya Deputy Mayor Supports Youth Volleyball Team with Food Supplies
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – On July 7th, 2025, Deputy Mayor Krisana Boonsawad visited Pattaya City School 7 (Ban Nong Phang Khae) to personally donate rice, dry food, and essential supplies to 43 members of the Pattaya youth volleyball team. The team, comprising athletes in the 12, 14,
Published on: 16 hours ago
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Pattaya Tourist Police Raid Luxury Villa of Chinese National Posing with Guns on Social Media
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – On July 8th, 2025, at 6:36 AM, Pattaya Tourist Police executed a raid on a lavish villa in a high-end community following reports of a Chinese national flaunting firearms on social media. The operation, led by Pol. Capt. Somchonok Chaiprasertsakul, Pol. Lt. Supharat
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Pattaya Launches Go Green Program to Combat Air Pollution
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- PATTAYA, Thailand – On July 8th, 2025, Pattaya City Hall’s Thappraya Meeting Room hosted the launch of the “Pattaya Go Green” project, aimed at tackling air pollution. The event, organized by the Pattaya City Natural Resources and Environment Office, was presided over by Deputy Mayor Manot
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Man Brutally Attacked with Sharp Weapon, Seeks Help in Pattaya Area Alley
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- CHONBURI, Thailand (July 7, 2025) – A middle-aged man was found bloodied and staggering through an alley, seeking help after being viciously attacked with a sharp weapon in Soi Banglamung 13/1, Moo 5. The incident, reported on Monday, brought a swift response from Banglamung Police Station
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Pattaya Nightlife Business Association Continues to Help the Needy in Pattaya During Low Season
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya- On July 7th, 2025, at 6:00 PM, the Pattaya Nightlife Business Association, led by President Ms. Lisa Hamilton, organized the fourth edition of the “We Don’t Abandon Each Other” project in front of Tree Town on Soi Buakhao. The event saw participation from association members
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ThaiOil Group, Laem Chabang Municipality, and Local Communities Unite in Candle-Offering Ceremony to Foster Unity and Preserve Tradition
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Laem Chabang- On July 5, 2025, ThaiOil Group, in collaboration with Laem Chabang Municipality and residents from ten communities surrounding its refinery, held the 2025 Unity Candle-Offering Ceremony to mark the upcoming Buddhist Lent, aiming to promote Thai traditions, foster community unity, and sustain Buddhist heritage.
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South Korean Man Dies After Falling from Hotel in Jomtien, Cause Unknown
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – On July 6th, 2025, at 10:06 PM, the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit in Pattaya received a report of a person falling from a height at a three-star hotel in the Jomtien Beach area. Authorities from the Pattaya City Police Station, Dongtan Substation,
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Thailand and U.S. Launch CARAT 2025 Exercise Near Pattaya to Improve Maritime Security
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- SATTAHIP, Thailand – On July 7, 2025, the Royal Thai Navy and the United States Navy officially kicked off the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2025 exercise with a ceremony at Laem Thian Port in Sattahip, Chonburi Province. The event was co-chaired by Admiral Natthapol
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Fire Breaks Out at Popular Pratumnak Area Bar in Pattaya After Closing, No Injuries
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – A fire broke out at CAT FLAPS, a popular bar located in Soi Phratamnak 4, in the early hours of July 7th, 2025. The blaze, reported at 2:06 AM after closing of the venue, prompted a swift response from Pattaya’s Disaster Relief Center,
Published on: 2 days ago
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Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week, Thai Court Suspends Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, and More
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, June 30th, to Sunday, July 6th, 2025. They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of
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No Weekly Free In Person Coffee and News Chat With The Pattaya News Team Every Tuesday Afternoon
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Note: Due to a news event during the same time, this week’s meetup is canceled, July 8th. We will resume on July 15th. Thanks! Have a question for us, a tip, want to say hi to our team in real life, or simply have a coffee
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Car Crashes into Scrap Collectors Motorcycle in Pattaya, Intoxicated Driver Flees but Is Swiftly Arrested
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – An accident occurred in the early hours of July 6th, 2025, at 3:00 AM, when a white Honda Civic collided with a modified motorcycle with a sidecar used for collecting scrap, leaving the rider critically injured. The incident took place on Sukhumvit Road,
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Thai Taekwondo Shines! Poon Santisombatkesam Claims Gold at Malaysia International Championship
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Kepala Batas, Malaysia – Thailand’s rising taekwondo star, Poon Santisombatkesam, delivered a stellar performance to clinch the gold medal at the 14th RTS Remaja Invitational Taekwondo Championship 2025, held from July 4-6, 2025. Competing in the male youth category (15-17 years) in the bantamweight division (48-51
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Pattaya Fisherman Injured After Falling into Automatic Car Park Elevator Shaft
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – On July 6, 2025, at 7:06 AM, the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit in Pattaya received an urgent call reporting a person injured after falling from a height at an automatic car park at Bali Hai Pier. Rescue volunteers immediately rushed to the
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Attention All Newly Retired Expats, Your Help is Needed
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Attention all new RETIRED expats: Have you recently retired and moved to Thailand? Every retirement story is different and yours is important. We are looking for retirees who have recently moved to Thailand to join a university research project. The goal is to learn more about
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Elderly Woman Seriously Injured in Motorcycle Sidecar Crash After Dog Chase Near Pattaya
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya, Thailand – On July 6, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., rescue workers from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation in Pattaya responded to a report of an elderly woman involved in a motorcycle sidecar accident in Soi Huay Yai, behind Wat Thung Kha School. At the scene,
Published on: 2 days ago
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