Tag: Olympics
Thailand wins first men’s Taekwondo Olympic medal
A Thai athlete has won a silver medal in the men’s Taekwondo competition, bringing Thailand its first male Olympic medal from the sport.
Taekwondo athlete...
Everyone wins at 8th Eastern Special Olympics
Everyone came out a winner when UNICEF and local charity organizations came together to stage the eighth Eastern Thailand Special Olympics in Pattaya. City...
Olympics in Japan a boon to Thai tourism and construction
BANGKOK, Oct 7 – Japan’s hosting of the 2020 Olympic Games may contribute to tourism and the construction sector in Thailand, according to a...
Olympic training begins early for Pattaya sailors
While Rio 2016 feels years away, Thai sailors began serious training for the next Olympics this past month in Santander, Spain, where the first...
Volunteers needed for equine assisted therapy
Able the Disabled Foundation - (Riding for the Disabled Thailand) at Horseshoe Point Pattaya For thousands of physically and mentally challenged people,...
Poll: People interested in product, energy price news the most
BANGKOK, 30 July 2012 – According to a poll, most people are most interested in news related to consumer product and energy prices,...
Travel to UK by Thai nationals grows strongly
The UK is welcoming unprecedented numbers of Thai visitors to its shores. Over 50,000 visitor visas were issued to tourists, family visitors and...
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The Thai baht that looks too strong and the money no one sees
PATTAYA, Thailand - The Thai baht has strengthened to around 31.15 per US dollar. On the surface, this may appear reassuring. In reality, it...
Two suspects arrested for pickpocketing Israeli tourist on Pattaya Walking Street
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya Tourist Police have arrested two Thai men accused of pickpocketing an Israeli tourist in the early hours of the morning...
Pattaya welcomes Kazakh Ambassador to strengthen tourism and economic ties
PATTAYA, Thailand — Pattaya City has welcomed the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Thailand in a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening bilateral...
Thailand announces Countdown 2026 events across the country, highlighting Pattaya and Bangkok
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Thailand Countdown 2026 Events Calendar presents a comprehensive lineup of New Year celebrations across Bangkok and every region of the...
Jomtien Road two-way traffic eases congestion but pedestrian safety remains a serious concern
PATTAYA, Thailand — The recent return of Jomtien Beach Road to two-way traffic has eased congestion and improved convenience for commuters and tourists, but...