National—
On April 28th, 2024, the Royal Thai Government Gazette Website published a royal command relieving ministers from their positions and appointing new ones.
His Royal Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun graciously decreed to appoint Mr. Srettha Thavisin as the Thai Prime Minister, according to the announcement dated August 22nd, 2023,...
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Editorial: Thai Health Minister Change Could Have Major Ramifications for Cannabis...
After weeks of speculation and at times outright denials, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has finally made changes to his Thai cabinet as of...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Thai Prime Minister Visited...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Total of 287...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 15h, to...
Top Pattaya News From The Last Week: Successful Wanlai, Ice Factory...
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We have gathered together here our top LOCAL stories that happened in our areas, Pattaya and Chonburi, in...
Top Pattaya News From The Last Week: Songkran in Pattaya, Beachfront...
Greetings to all our readers and supporters!
We have gathered together here our top LOCAL stories that happened in our areas, Pattaya and Chonburi, in...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Songkran Seven Days Road...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
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Business News
Private Property CEO Unveils Surging Foreign Investment in Thai Real Estate,...
National—
On April 27th, 2024, Mr. Prasert Taedullayasatit, a chief executive of a property business, publicly revealed an overview of the booming real estate market...
Thailand Anticipates Surge in Tourists During Golden Week: Nearly 1 Million...
National—
On April 25th, 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reported a massive number of incoming foreign tourists expected to be visiting Thailand during...
Foreign Investment Surges in Thailand: First Quarter of 2024 Sees Over...
National—
On April 25th, 2024, Mr. Chai Watcharong, the Thai Government spokesman, publicly revealed statistics for the first quarter of 2024 in which foreigners invested...
Thai Transport Minister to Discuss High-Speed Rail and ‘Land Bridge’ Project...
National—
On April 24th, 2024, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai Minister of Transport, publicly revealed his official visit itinerary to China from May 6th to...
Don Mueang Airport Recognized as Top Ten Budget Airline Terminals Globally
PRESS RELEASE:
Don Mueang International Airport has been recognized as one of the top ten budget airline terminals globally, securing the 10th position in the...
Thai Hotels Association Reports Strong Booking Rates for Songkran, Anticipates Tourism...
National—
On April 20th, 2024, Mr. Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, the President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), publicly revealed satisfying accommodation booking rates for large Songkran...
National Thailand News
Fatal Road Accident: Intoxicated Taxi Driver Allegedly Crashes Into Deputy Police...
Bangkok—
At 6:00 AM, on April 28th, 2024, Thai national media reported a fatal road accident case of an intoxicated taxi driver allegedly struck a...
Royal Decree: New Thai Prime Minister Appointed, Cabinet Reshuffle Announced
National—
On April 28th, 2024, the Royal Thai Government Gazette Website published a royal command relieving ministers from their positions and appointing new ones.
His Royal...
Private Property CEO Unveils Surging Foreign Investment in Thai Real Estate,...
National—
On April 27th, 2024, Mr. Prasert Taedullayasatit, a chief executive of a property business, publicly revealed an overview of the booming real estate market...
Thai Meteorological Department Debunks Rumors of ‘Hottest Weather Crisis’ Until September
National—
On April 27th, 2024, the Thai Meteorological Department publicly revealed a case where Thai netizens spread rumors and warned of "Thailand's hottest weather crisis...
Bangkok Governor Vows to Crack Down on Taxi Problems Near Central...
Bangkok—
On April 27th, 2024, Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, the Governor of Bangkok, and relevant Bangkok government agencies addressed the ongoing issue of tuk tuks and...
Thailand Tops List of World’s Best Countries to Visit in 2024...
National—
On April 26th, 2024, a magazine website “CEOWORLD Magazine” created a ranking list of the world's best countries to visit in your lifetime in...
Thailand Anticipates Surge in Tourists During Golden Week: Nearly 1 Million...
National—
On April 25th, 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reported a massive number of incoming foreign tourists expected to be visiting Thailand during...
Famous Monks in Chaiyaphum Accused of Wildlife Sanctuary Encroachment: Phu Khiao...
Chaiyaphum—
On April 26th, 2024, Phu Khiao Wildlife Conservation Officers publicly revealed a case of a group of monks from a famous temple in Chaiyaphum...
May 2024’s Festivals and Events in Thailand
PRESS RELEASE:
Visakha Bucha Day celebrations nationwide and Bun Bung Fai Rocket Festival in Isan lead an exciting lineup of events and festivals this month....
World News
Traffic and Transportation
Bangkok Governor Vows to Crack Down on Taxi Problems Near Central...
Bangkok—
On April 27th, 2024, Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, the Governor of Bangkok, and relevant Bangkok government agencies addressed the ongoing issue of tuk tuks and...
Thailand Anticipates Surge in Tourists During Golden Week: Nearly 1 Million...
National—
On April 25th, 2024, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reported a massive number of incoming foreign tourists expected to be visiting Thailand during...
Thai Transport Minister to Discuss High-Speed Rail and ‘Land Bridge’ Project...
National—
On April 24th, 2024, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai Minister of Transport, publicly revealed his official visit itinerary to China from May 6th to...
Suvarnabhumi Steps up 10 Places to 58th among World’s Best Airports
PRESS RELEASE:
The website Skytrax has released its recent report on the 2024 World’s Best Airports. Thailand’s Suvarnabhumi airport is ranked 58th, climbing up ten...
Thailand Enters Low Tourism Season: Industry Faces Challenges Post-Songkran, Hopes Rest...
National—
On April 22nd, 2024, Mr. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, the President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), publicly revealed that Thailand is officially entering...
Viral Video Shows Taxi Striking Pedestrian at Bangkok Crosswalk: Public Outcry...
Bangkok—
On April 23rd, 2024, Thai social media users posted a video of a pedestrian being hit by a taxi while legally crossing the road...
Sports
Thai Politics
Royal Decree: New Thai Prime Minister Appointed, Cabinet Reshuffle Announced
National—
On April 28th, 2024, the Royal Thai Government Gazette Website published a royal command relieving ministers from their positions and appointing new ones.
His Royal...
Thai Transport Minister to Discuss High-Speed Rail and ‘Land Bridge’ Project...
National—
On April 24th, 2024, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai Minister of Transport, publicly revealed his official visit itinerary to China from May 6th to...
Phuket Aims for Enhanced Safety and Security: Thai Prime Minister Holds...
Phuket, Thailand–
In a bid to bolster safety and security for both residents and tourists, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently convened discussions with Phuket...
Thai Prime Minister Inspects Phuket Infrastructure Development and Traffic Solutions
PRESS RELEASE:
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin conducted an on-site inspection to monitor the progress of infrastructure construction and address issues in the area of...
Thai Prime Minister Urges Police to Crackdown on Influential Figures
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has directed the Provincial Police Region 8 Commander in Phuket Province to intensify efforts in apprehending individuals with bad...
Thailand Leading Cop Suspended Over Alleged Involvement in Online Gambling and...
National—
At 5:30 PM, on April 18th, 2024, Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphet, the acting commissioner general of the Royal Thai Police, publicly revealed the suspension...
Thai Transport Minister Defends 20 Baht Electric Train Ride Policy Amid...
Bangkok—
At 9:30 AM, on April 18th, 2024, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai Minister of Transport, stated to the public regarding criticism of the 20...
Prime Minister Scheduled to Visit Phuket to Review Traffic Management and...
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to visit Phuket province on Friday (Apr 19) to review several key traffic management and infrastructure projects....
Thai Constitutional Court Grants Move Forward Party 15-Day Extension Amid Dissolution...
National—
On April 17th, 2024, the Thai Constitutional Court published an official document regarding the Thai Election Commission’s request for the dissolution of the Move...
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