Tag: The Sapanyao villagers
Naklua Sapanyao Bridge residents face massive encroachment fines under new law
Residents and businesses near Naklua’s “long bridge” are facing hundreds of thousands of baht in fines for structures illegally built over water decades ago.
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Thai roads and drivers tell the story as fleeing truck kills police officer
PATTAYA, Thailand – A routine police checkpoint turned deadly when a six-wheel truck fleeing inspection rammed a pursuing patrol motorcycle, sending it crashing into...
Deadly teen street clash in Bangkok shows what visitors to tourist cities should know
PATTAYA, Thailand – A late-night clash between rival teenage motorcycle groups turned deadly on March 21 at the entrance of Soi Charoen Nakhon 57/1...
Shockwaves in Asia: War, Oil and the Future of Tourism (Part Two)
BANGKOK, Thailand - The global power shifts explored in Part One do not remain confined to geopolitics. They move quickly—often invisibly - through economic...
Songkran heat meets the ultimate street water party as Pattaya’s Wan Lai Festival approaches
PATTAYA, Thailand – As temperatures rise across Thailand, the country’s famous New Year water festival is fast approaching, offering what many visitors consider the...
Sun, heat and sudden storms expected in Pattaya as March tourists head to the...
PATTAYA, Thailand – Hot weather continues to grip much of Thailand as the Thai Meteorological Department warns of rising temperatures across the country, while...