PATTAYA, Thailand – Restaurant owners in Thailand can now legally sell alcoholic beverages from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, a move hailed as a long-overdue modernization of the law and a boost to tourism and ...

The Bank of Thailand (BoT), commercial banks, and the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) are holding urgent talks today to address public concerns over the suspension of accounts linked to ...

For long-term foreigners who have lived in Thailand for decades, Pattaya’s roads are a daily reminder of chaos and negligence. “I’ve been in Thailand 35 years continuously and have ridden Harleys ...

On paper, Thailand’s tourism numbers are impressive. From January to August 2025, over 21.88 million foreign visitors arrived in the country, generating more than 1 trillion baht in revenue. China ...

Pattaya city officials have convened a meeting to discuss the establishment of a new community, aiming to improve the management and welfare of local residents comprehensively. The meeting was chaired ...

What may seem like a minor disagreement over companion fees in Pattaya’s nightlife scene can quickly escalate into serious conflict, sometimes even leading to violence. Industry insiders and local law ...

PATTAYA, Thailand – As September rolls on, tourists and long-term visitors to Pattaya may be misled by intermittent bursts of sunshine that suggest clear skies, only to find themselves caught off ...

Another accident on Jomtien Beach has highlighted the ongoing dangers faced by motorists, pedestrians, and tourists alike. On the morning of Sunday, September 14, a motorbike collided with a car along ...

Pedestrians in Pattaya continue to face a daily struggle as sidewalks become increasingly unusable or disappear entirely. Residents and long-term visitors alike report that walking along busy streets ...

At least 20,000 foreigners have been arrested in Thailand over the past 12 months for not having correct work authorization. However, the majority are economic migrants from neighboring countries who ...

PATTAYA, Thailand – Deputy Mayor Wuthisak Rermkijakarn is spearheading a series of administrative measures to improve order and safety across Pattaya, with a focus on parking management, market ...

An American motorcyclist was injured in a crash on Thappaya Road in South Pattaya at 3:36 a.m. on September 13. Rescue volunteers responding to the emergency found a red-and-black Yamaha MT-15 ...