Barry Kenyon
Silence about capital punishment in Thai general election campaign
Around 70 political parties, including some one-man bands, are offering themselves to the Thai public in the race towards the May 14 general election....
No sign yet of secret Chinese police stations in Thailand
The avalanche of international news stories about 100 covert police stations being opened by China in 50 countries has now spiked concerns about Thailand....
Thailand’s battered tax on foreign tourists delayed once again
The 300 baht (US$9) levy on foreigners entering the kingdom by air, land or sea has again been put back from June this year...
Pattaya’s oldest nightclub closes of its own accord
Marine Disco, which has graced Pattaya’s Walking Street for over 30 years, has finally bitten the dust according to reports by reliable gogo gurus...
Retiring British honorary Pattaya consul a consummate diplomat
Bert Elson, who is diplomatically retiring after a 10-year stint in the part-time hotspot, handled a very difficult job with real flair and spectacular...
Unexpected slow start to water pandemonium in Pattaya
After three years of Songkran lockdown, thanks to coronavirus, the first day of the water-chucking festival had few takers. Water pistol and raincoat street...
Smog issues in Pattaya won’t be affected by Songkran
Naive hopes that smog issues in Thailand will be temporarily alleviated by the Songkran water fest have been dashed by comedians and experts alike....
Cambodian tourism to downplay Angkor Wat site
The Cambodian government is determined to put a new focus on international tourism, stressing that visitors should be dispersed throughout the country. The move...
Small print dooms Brits’ travel insurance in Thailand
This year looks like becoming a record-breaker for badly injured Brits who are stranded in Thailand and unable to pay their medical bills. Whilst...
The future of cannabis in Pattaya a crucial issue in the...
The opposition Pheu Thai party is the leading contender both in Chonburi province and nationally to head the next government after the May 14...
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Rat infestation sparks alarm at Pattaya and Jomtien beaches
PATTAYA, Thailand - Rat infestations plaguing the beaches of Pattaya and Jomtien have raised alarm, with locals noting extensive environmental damage and growing concerns...
Transvestites arrested for theft of tourist’s gold chain on Pattaya beach
PATTAYA, Thailand - Two transgender suspects involved in a gold necklace theft from an Indian tourist on Pattaya Beach have been tracked down and...
9 Koreans arrested for illegal gambling in Pattaya café-casino
PATTAYA, Thailand - Banglamung district officials, supported by local police, conducted a raid on an illegal gambling operation inside a café located on Pattaya...
Heavy rain expected in Pattaya, Bangkok and the eastern region May 20-23
The Meteorological Department reports that upper Thailand will experience thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas, with heavy rain expected in the northern and...
‘2nd Thailand-Republic of Korea Cybersecurity Dialogue’ in Seoul
Mr. Sorut Sukthaworn, Ambassador Attached to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand co-chaired the 2nd Thailand-Republic of Korea Cybersecurity Dialogue with Mr. Rhee...