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Over 100 migrant workers rounded up in Tak
More than 100 illegal Myanmar migrant workers were rounded up after a combined force of police, soldiers, and district officials raided several targets in...
Local official killed in Yala bombing
YALA, July 3 - An assistant village head was killed as bomb exploded when his car passed over a buried bomb in this restive...
Beaches stormed, Cobra Gold 2011 wraps in Sattahip
Military forces from Thailand, the United States and four other countries wrapped up annual Cobra Gold exercises that saw troops storm beaches, thwart biochemical...
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Happy New Tax Year Expats!
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For many expats – and retirees in particular – the festivities this year are marred by ongoing concerns about personal income tax arising from...
Pattaya tourist police spread holiday cheer by distributing sweets and promoting safety app
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Tourist Police took to Walking Street to ensure the safety of tourists during the Christmas festivities on December 25. The...
Suspects arrested for stealing 60 meters of electrical cable behind Pattaya Indoor Stadium
PATTAYA, Thailand – Deputy Mayor Manot Nongyai instructed relevant officials to meet with investigators after locals reported that two male suspects had stolen 60...
Violence and theft against tourists in Pattaya – Understanding the problem and accountability
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya, one of Thailand's most popular tourist destinations, is often praised for its vibrant nightlife, beaches, and entertainment. However, occasional incidents...
Teen gang arrested for brutal attack on 80-year-old Belgian tourist in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – On Christmas night, a shocking incident unfolded when a group of four teenagers attacked MR. Richard Ander M. Van Bogaert, an...