Yearly Archives: 2016
Today in History – Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016
Today is Thursday, Jan. 28, the 28th day of 2016. There are 338 days left in the year. Highlights in history on this date:...
Industry Ministry suggests triple-R principle for efficient water uses
BANGKOK, 26 January 2016 – Ministry of Industry deputy undersecretary Sakda Phankla said the ministry has promoted efficient water uses by industrial sector since...
Education Ministry develops vocational training program for school leavers
BANGKOK - Three education agencies have signed an agreement with the Department of Skill Development (DSD) in an attempt to raise the standards of...
Foreign Minister visits Iran to strengthen bilateral ties
BANGKOK - Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai has paid an official visit to Iran to strengthen relations between the two countries. The Thai Foreign Minister...
Thailand committed to building ASEAN identity via tourism
Bangkok, 26 January, 2016 – Manila The Thai tourism industry has reaffirmed its commitment to the ASEAN goal of building an integrated community based...
Young sailors make waves at 2016 Admiral’s Cup
The Admiral’s Cup, one of the biggest youth sailing regattas in the kingdom took place at the Royal Varuna Yacht Club between 16th and...
Sheraton looks warmly at Chile
The Sheraton Resort presented its first wine appreciation evening at the Infiniti restaurant with five wines from Chile. Knowing the spectacular sunsets that can...
Community Happenings – Friday January 29 – February 4, 2016
Events The next meeting of the Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be held on Sunday, January 31. Everyone is warmly welcome. Trevor Knight...
Spacewalk aborted after water leaks into astronaut’s helmet
Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP) - Two astronauts aborted their spacewalk Friday, Jan. 15 and hurried back into the International Space Station after water leaked...
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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...