Yearly Archives: 2018
Pattaya Pioneers celebrate ‘We Are Family’ Day
Pattaya politicians and hotel executives came together to reminisce and contemplate the future at the fifth “We Are Family” event.
Political Advisor to the Prime...
Beach Road congestion wanes with speedboat exodus
PATTAYA - The exodus of speedboat operators from Pattaya Beach not only has streamlined marine services, it has improved traffic on Beach Road.
Traffic police...
Facebook to boost its investment in Thailand
Bangkok - Facebook has pledged to increase its investment in Thailand, citing its support for the country’s digital transformation with a focus on small...
Security agencies to be on high alert during May 22 demonstration
Bangkok - A planned demonstration in the capital this Tuesday, May 22, will be staged amid tight security to ensure public safety.
Deputy Prime Minister...
Land Transport Dept gets tough with law-breaking public vehicles
Bangkok - The Department of Land Transport (DLT) has launched a transport safety campaign to prompt operators of public vehicles countrywide to improve the...
Army announces ban on fireworks sale throughout Ramadan
Yala - The Fourth Army Region has announced a ban on the sale of fireworks and firecrackers in southern border provinces throughout the Ramadan...
Computer database to help keep track of foreigners in Thailand
Bangkok - A computer database is being developed to help authorities keep track of foreigners during their stays in Thailand.
Defense Ministry spokesman Khongcheep Tantravanich...
Skinless durian a booming business – at 3 times the price
A Pattaya vendor selling the stinky durian fruit at three times the normal price says her business is booming because she sells it without...
Gov’t warns Thai businesses of impact of EU’s GDPR
Bangkok - The government is raising awareness among businesses of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to be enforced next week by the European...
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Beach isn’t a campsite as Pattaya moves to curb overnight tents on the sand
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya municipal officers have reminded visitors that camping is not permitted on public beaches after discovering tourists setting up tents and...
Man injured by venomous fish spine on Jomtien Beach, rushed to hospital
PATTAYA, Thailand – A man was injured after being pierced by a venomous fish spine on Jomtien Beach, prompting an emergency response late Saturday...
Rare green seaweed phenomenon draws crowds to Bali Hai Cape in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – A rare natural phenomenon has captivated tourists and locals at Bali Hai Cape, where bright green seaweed has covered seaside rocks...
Pattaya isn’t empty, it’s different and the strong baht didn’t kill it
PATTAYA, Thailand – “It’s not the women or their smiles anymore — it’s the exchange rate that decides whether I stay or go.”
That line...
A gentle Sunday in Pattaya as cool breezes replace the heat
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Meteorological Department reports generally mild weather conditions for Pattaya and the eastern region, with cooler mornings and a chance of...