Theerarak Suthathiwong
Russian woman escapes kidnapping attempt
A Russian man accused a fellow countryman of trying to kidnap his wife in Pattaya, likely for ransom. Vladimir Pomytkin, 47, and wife Yulia...
Bellboy arrested for stealing neighbor’s gold
A hotel bellboy was arrested for stealing gold from a neighbor. Lertlam Kunrat, 33, was taken into custody Nov. 25 with a gold necklace,...
Ailing Swiss man dies of suspected suicide
An elderly Swiss man died of a suspected suicide, slashing his ankles, wrists and throat to end suffering from a number of diseases. The...
Swede aided by tourist foundation after robbery
The recently launched Tourist Assistance Foundation served its first crime victim in Pattaya, coming to the aid of an elderly Swedish man who was...
Second Miss Mimosa Queen Pageant crowns winner
Pattaya’s Mimosa cabaret crowned the second winner of its transgender beauty pageant Nov. 27. Managing Director Jirachot Kaewsathien hosted the finals of the Miss...
6 Cambodian monks arrested in Banglamung
Six Cambodian monks were arrested on charges of illegally entering Thailand during a raid of makeshift shelters in a Banglamung District forest. About 50...
Elderly Briton dies during massage
An elderly British man died of an apparent heart attack while enjoying a traditional massage in Pattaya. Adriano Santarelli, 81, was found shirtless at...
2 hurt after Indian loses control of jet ski
An Indian tourist was arrested after he lost control of a rented jet ski and injured two swimmers before crashing into a beach chair...
German fined for threatening ex-girlfriend with BB gun
A German expat was fined for allegedly threatening his ex-girlfriend with a BB gun. Police found Stefan Guth, 38, sitting on his Mercedes-Benz at...
Runaway crane causes pileup in North Pattaya
Numerous cars were damaged when an out-of-control crane smashed into four vehicles and a passenger bus on North Road. No one was injured in...
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Pattaya CC steamrolls opposition for another resounding victory at Chiang Mai 6’s
CHIANG Mai, Thailand - This year’s Chiang Mai 6’s suffered from the terrible floods that devastated the area some 6 weeks ago. The Gymkhana...
Pattaya Port Authority issues safety notice for International Fireworks Festival
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Port Authority of Thailand has issued a warning regarding maritime safety during the upcoming International Fireworks Festival, which will be...
Pattaya keeps beachgoers safe during high season
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya strengthened its commitment to ensuring the safety of beachgoers by hosting a weekly lifeguard training session at the Jomtien Beach...
Over 20,000 fireworks transported from Samut Sakhon to Pattaya for the grand weekend
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Beach is set to dazzle with an extraordinary fireworks show on November 29-30, featuring over 20,000 fireworks launched from five...
Bali Hai Pier roof construction to become Pattaya’s future landmark
PATTAYA, Thailand – Mayor Poramet Ngampichet inspected the ongoing construction of the roof covering at Bali Hai Pier on November 27. The project is...