Yearly Archives: 2012
Security guard stabs British resident at Mabprachan housing complex
Police are seeking the security guard at a Mabprachan Reservoir-area housing development for allegedly knifing a British resident during an argument. ...
Valencia to pay with oranges?
The government of Valencia has confirmed that they are looking to renegotiate their contract with F1 supremo Bernie (soft heart) Ecclestone. ...
National police officials tell Chonburi Immigration to focus on foreign fugitives,...
National police officials have ordered Chonburi Immigration Police to focus on outstanding warrants and foreign drug dealers in Pattaya. Col. Chusak...
Bangsaen hosts Toyota Speed Festival Feb. 1-5
Bangsaen’s beachfront will become a racetrack when 300 drivers from around the world arrive for the Toyota Bangsaen Speed Festival Feb. 1-5. ...
The new Kuga/Escape is coming
In November last year, Ford revealed to the public a preview of what will become the new Ford Escape. Shown in concept form and...
158 more Pattaya families receive flood compensation
More than 150 more area families each received compensation for damage caused by local flooding in September and October. Banglamung District...
The Prince of Darkness and his brother
I was sent the following from a friend in Australia. I have no idea where it came from (and neither does he)… ...
The fuel oil crisis. Winners and losers.
Our fossil fuel is coming to an end, so we are told. As stocks dwindle with our need for oil unabated, the principle of...
Interior Ministry suggests patriotism can overcome drug abuse
Interior Ministry officials called on eastern and central region bureaucrats and police to work harder to eliminate drug abuse. At a...
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The ad that knows you live in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand - It usually appears in the evening. Not when you are at work, but when you are sitting down perhaps in a...
Jomtien Beach Road returns to two-way traffic, first day sees smooth flow
PATTAYA, Thailand — Jomtien Beach Road in Pattaya officially reopened to two-way traffic on Monday (Dec 22), marking the end of a temporary one-way...
CCTV captures suspect stealing underwear from rental rooms in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand — Police in Pattaya are seeking a suspect after CCTV footage captured a man stealing underwear from a rental property in the...
Why Pattaya’s roads are pushing expats out of the saddle and into cars
PATTAYA, Thailand – In Pattaya, the debate over cars versus motorbikes isn’t about comfort or status anymore — it’s about survival. Ask long-term visitors...
Pattaya Deputy Mayor supports national disability assembly, promoting practical action at local level
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Deputy Mayor of Pattaya Damrongkiat Pinijkarn took part in the National Disability Assembly and Annual General Meeting, highlighting the role...