Pattaya Mail
Chiang Mai bursts to life as Songkran 2025 festivities begin
CHIANG MAI, Thailand – Chiang Mai’s annual Songkran celebrations began in full force on Apr 12 as locals and tourists gathered around the city’s...
Key measures enforced to curb Songkran road accidents
BANGKOK, Thailand – Authorities have reinforced five key measures to prevent and reduce road accidents during the Songkran Festival, following the launch of the...
Earthquake in Myanmar felt in Northern Thailand – 5.9 magnitude tremor...
BANGKOK, Thailand – At 09:24 AM on April 13, the Earthquake Monitoring Division of the Thai Meteorological Department reported a 5.9 magnitude earthquake with...
United States extends warm greetings to Thailand for Songkran New Year
BANGKOK, Thailand – The United States has extended New Year greetings to Thailand as the country celebrates Songkran 2025, its traditional New Year festival....
Phuket kicks off Songkran with culture, concerts, and water fun
PHUKET, Thailand – Phuket province launched its Songkran celebrations today (Apr 12), with events taking place across the island, blending traditional customs with vibrant...
Highways Dept. releases alternative routes for Songkran 2025 travel
BANGKOK, Thailand – The Department of Highways has published a set of alternative travel routes for Songkran 2025 in a bid to ease congestion...
Songkran Splash Begins – Thai and foreign tourists flock to Silom...
BANGKOK, Thailand – The vibrant Songkran celebrations kicked off on Silom Road in Bangkok, attracting large crowds of Thai nationals and international tourists, April...
Obituary: Les Edmonds
PATTAYA, Thailand - It is with deep sorrow that the Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) announces the passing of Les Edmonds, a valued and...
Road Rage Shadows Songkran Spirit – Knife-wielding pickup driver chases rider...
PATTAYA, Thailand – Even in the heart of Thailand’s beloved Songkran festival — a time meant to celebrate family, compassion, and community — the...
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From tourists to residents, Thailand is quietly changing
PATTAYA. Thailand - Thailand has always been good at attracting people. For decades, visitors have come for the obvious reasons: climate, affordability, food, and...
From imagination to reality, Pattaya unveils a striking new art wall landmark
PATTAYA, Thailand – What began as a creative idea on a screen has now become a real-world landmark in the heart of Pattaya. A...
When danger is everywhere, Pattaya motorcycle crashes no longer shock
PATTAYA, Thailand – A late-night fatal crash involving a foreign motorcyclist near Mabprachan Reservoir has once again exposed the uncomfortable reality of road safety...
Pattaya’s road repairs promise smooth travel but deliver bumps and frustration
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya City has repeatedly promised smoother, safer roads, but for many residents and daily road users, the reality on the ground...
Cyber Police bust illegal e-cigarette production hub run by Chinese national in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand — Cyber Crime Police have dismantled a large-scale illegal e-cigarette operation in central Pattaya, arresting a Chinese national and seizing thousands of...