Controversy Erupts After DOPA Official Allegedly Found at Chiang Mai Venue Open After Hours
Chiang Mai—
On November 3rd, 2023, the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) officers were dispatched to investigate an entertainment venue allegedly opened beyond legally prescribed hours in Muang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai.
Pol. Maj. Gen....
Thai Deputy Prime Minister Warns Entertainment Venues that Extended Hours Do Not Cover Alcohol...
National—
At 2:30 PM, on November 4th, 2023, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister, stated to Thai national media about a recent announcement on nighttime service hours to 4 AM in entertainment districts...
Chiang Mai Officials Raid Illegal Entertainment Venue on Halloween Day, Uncover Alcohol Sales to...
Chiang Mai—
At 12:30 AM, on November 1st, 2023, Mr. Ronarong Thipsiri, the Inspector General of the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), Chiang Mai Province, DOPA SWAT, and relevant officials launched a raid operation on...
Singer’s Fire Stunt at Chiang Mai Concert Sparks Investigation and Safety Concerns
Chiang Mai—
On October 26th, 2023, Mr. Atthawut Phuengniam, the Provincial Secretary of Chiang Mai, revealed to Thai media an incident in which a singer lit up his pants with fire to hype a concert...
Chiang Mai Prepares for Influx of Tourists for Lantern Festival with Over 80% Hotel...
Chiang Mai—
Chiang Mai is on the top list of travel plans for foreign tourists eyed for the Lantern Festival, with more than 80% of hotel reservations.
On October 25th, 2023, Mr. Panlop Saejiw, the President...
Chiang Mai’s Tourism Hit by Slump in Chinese Visitors Despite Visa Exemption
Chiang Mai—
On October 21st, 2023, Chiang Mai local media sources reported the unsatisfied aftermath of visa exemptions since late September for Chinese tourists which was one of the Thai government's policies to attract foreign...
Alleged Chinese Bitcoin Scammer who Operated in Pattaya Busted in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai —
A Chinese national was arrested in Chiang Mai yesterday for overstaying more than 1,000 days and allegedly deceiving others into buying graphic cards used for cryptocurrency mining.
The suspect, identified by police as...
Close Call on Escalator at Chiang Mai Mall Alarms Thai Social Media
Chiang Mai —
At 3:30 PM, on October 10th, 2023, multiple social media sources reported that at a famous shopping mall in Chiang Mai a college student got her shoelaces stuck in an escalator’s groove....
Chiang Mai Airport Extends Operating Hours to 24/7 Starting in November
Chiang Mai —
The Director of the Chiang Mai Airport welcomes tourists with 24-hour flights effective in November, 2023.
On October 3rd, 2023, Ronakorn Chlermsanyakorn, the Director of the Chiang Mai Airport, updated the public...
Foreign Couple Allegedly Steal Motorbike Helmets From Chiang Mai Post Office
Chiang Mai —
The Chiang Mai Postmaster reported to relevant police officers asking them to track down a foreign couple allegedly stealing motorcycle helmets from post office staff before riding away.
At 9:30 PM, on October...
