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776 beggars removed from Bangkok streets
BANGKOK - The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security has revealed that 776 street beggars have been removed from the streets during the...
Social Development Ministry calls meeting on beggar control
BANGKOK - The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security has called a meeting with related officials on its draft beggar control strategy for...
Beggars face arrest as new begging law comes into force July...
Starting on July 28, beggars will face arrests and deported to their countries if they are foreigners and, if they are Thais, they will...
Tourists in Pattaya urged not to give money to beggars
BANGKOK - Social Development and Human Security Minister Pol. Gen. Adul Saengsingkeaw visited Pattaya City to raised awareness about the 2016 Beggar Control Act,...
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Thailand, the silent power at the center of Southeast Asia
BANGKOK, Thailand - In geopolitics, noise is often mistaken for power. Nations that speak loudly are assumed to matter more. In reality, the most...
Pattaya lifeguard saves Dutch tourist from drowning, CPR restores pulse
PATTAYA, Thailand — A Pattaya lifeguard was hailed as a hero after successfully resuscitating a Dutch female tourist who nearly drowned at Jomtien Beach...
Chinese man arrested after knife attack injures three security guards at Pattaya bar
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya police have arrested a Chinese national following a knife attack that left three security guards seriously injured at a nightlife...
Heading out to Pattaya Countdown 2026 tonight, check the routes before you go
PATTAYA, Thailand – Visitors planning to attend PATTAYA COUNTDOWN 2026 MONOMAX are advised to check traffic arrangements in advance, as road access, parking, and...
Pattaya launches citywide road and marine safety drive to protect residents and tourists
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya City organized a coordinated road and marine safety campaign in observance of National Disaster Prevention Day, aiming to strengthen public...