Top Pattaya News From The Last Week: Lineup Announced for Pattaya Music Festival, Crackdown...
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We have gathered together here our top LOCAL stories that happened in our areas, Pattaya and Chonburi, in the last week from Monday, February 19th, to Sunday, February...
Opinion: The Face of Jomtien is Changing and Not Everyone Agrees With It
Later this week, from March 1st, Jomtien Beach Road begins an ambitious beach area construction project from the Dongtan Beach police box to the Chaiyapreuk intersection which will see the street turn one way...
Devotees Gathered at Wat Chai Mongkol in Pattaya During Makha Bucha Day
Pattaya —
Wat Chai Mongkol held a vibrant celebration of Makha Bucha Day on Saturday, February 24th, drawing devotees and Buddhists from across Pattaya and nearby communities.
Makha Bucha Day, observed on the 15th day of...
Thailand Adjusts Excise Taxes on Local Liquor to Boost Tourism, Mixed Reactions from Industry
National—
On February 23rd, 2024, Mr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, the Director General of the Excise Department, publicly announced the adjustment of excise taxes and duties structures on local liquor effective on February 23rd to promote Thailand...
Banglamung Police Remind of Alcohol Ban on Religious Day, Warn of Legal Consequences for...
Banglamung—
At 10:00 PM, on February 23rd, 2024, Banglamung police officers and relevant agencies visited an entertainment district to publicize the prohibition of alcohol sales after midnight of February 23rd to midnight of February 24th...
Authorities Warn Entertainment Venues in Pattaya Against Loud Noise, Prioritizing Tourist Safety
Pattaya —
Pattaya and Banglamung district officials met with entertainment venue operators on February 23rd, 2024, to outline six key measures and potential consequences for non-compliance.
Chaired by Mr. Weekit Manarojkit, the Banglamung District Chief, the...
Thailand’s Longest Beachside Kite Festival Takes Flight in Pattaya
Pattaya —
The Pattaya International Kite on the Beach 2024, touted as Thailand's longest beachside international kite festival spanning over 1 kilometer, has kicked off on Pattaya Beach today with a dazzling display of vibrant...
Police Arrest Suspect in Attempted Rape and Robbery of Chinese Tourist in Pattaya
Pattaya —
Pattaya police have arrested a 41-year-old Thai man, identified only as Mr. Tip, in connection with the attempted rape and robbery of a 29-year-old Chinese tourist on February 20th, 2024.
According to authorities, Mr....
Thai Cabinet Approves 104 Million Baht Budget for Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024
National—
On February 20th, 2024, Ms. Kanika Aunjit, the Thai deputy government spokeswoman, publicly revealed after the Thai cabinet meeting regarding an approval of 104 million baht in the government budget for the Maha Songkran...
Myanmar Military Conscription Sparks Refugee Surge to Thailand
National—
On February 19th, 2024, Mr. Kannavee Suebsang, the FAIR Party MP, publicly revealed the case where the Myanmar government announced military conscription without gender discrimination, leaving uncertainty about whether it would escape scrutiny under...
