Koh Samui– Thai authorities have arrested two British nationals accused of serious financial crimes and robbery in their home country. The suspects had been allegedly evading legal action while operating multiple businesses in Koh Samui under nominee arrangements. The Surat Thani Immigration told the Phuket Express that Mr. Kieren, 38, was apprehended near a pier […]

British Fugitives Arrested on Samui Island for Fraud and Robbery Charges and Allegedly Using Nominees for Businesses
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Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, May 19th, to Sunday, May 25th, 2025. They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication. Let’s get started and see what the top […]

Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Second Police Helicopter Crashes In Less Than A Month, and More
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Prachuap Khiri Khan – A police helicopter crashed in Koh Lak, Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan at approximately 1:00 P.M. on Saturday (May 24th), 2025, resulting in the deaths of three officers onboard. According to Pol. Maj. Gen. Nakharin Sukonthawit, commander of the Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Police, the aircraft belonged to the Royal Thai Police […]

Three Police Officers Die after Helicopter Crashes in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Second Crash in a Month
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Phuket– The Appeal Court Region 8 has overturned a lower court ruling, sentencing Swiss national David, the owner of an elephant camp in Phuket, to one month in prison without suspension. The case, which has garnered widespread attention, stems from an incident in February 2024, in which David was accused of physically assaulting Dr. Taradaw […]

UPDATE: Swiss Man Sentenced to One Month in Prison for Assaulting Thai Doctor in Phuket
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Dr.TATTOF, a leading clinic specializing in tattoo removal and advanced laser treatments, has once again demonstrated its industry leadership by winning the prestigious “APAC Top Performance for Tattoo Removal Treatment 2023” award from Candela, USA. This marks the second consecutive year that Dr.TATTOF has been recognized as the top performer in the Asia-Pacific region for […]

Dr.TATTOF CLINIC Wins Asia-Pacific Top Performance Tattoo Removal Award for Two Consecutive Years
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PRESS RELEASE: Thailand has been listed among the world’s top 10 safest destinations for solo female travelers in 2025, according to a report by the New York Post. Ranked eighth globally, the result reinforces Thailand’s image as a welcoming and safe destination for women traveling alone. Travel websites Adventurous Kate and Be My Travel Muse […]

Thailand Ranked Among World’s Safest for Solo Female Travelers
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Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, May 12th, to Sunday, May 18th, 2025. They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication. Let’s get started and see what the top […]

Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Abbot Disrobed Amid 300 Million Baht Embezzlement Scandal, and More
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PRESS RELEASE: Bangkok is preparing to host its annual Pride Parade on June 1, celebrating gender diversity and promoting LGBTQIAN+ rights, under the theme “Born This Way.” The parade will travel from Thephasadin Stadium to Ratchaprasong Intersection on Rama 1 Road, concluding with performances and activities at CentralWorld Square. Organizers describe the event as a […]

Bangkok Pride Parade Set for June 1st
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Thailand – Mr. Mongkol Sorada, better known as Ajarn Yod, a well-known Thai social media influencer, has voluntarily surrendered to authorities in alleged connection with a major robbery case involving cash and cryptocurrency worth approximately 21 million baht. He has strongly stated he is innocent and not involved in any plans for robbery and was […]

UPDATE: Thai Influencer Surrenders in Pattaya, Says He is Innocent in Alleged Connection with 21 Million Baht in Robberies in Samui and Phuket
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PRESS RELEASE: The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has announced that Thailand will officially enter the rainy season on May 15. The announcement, made today (May 13), followed the department’s assessment that current weather patterns now meet the official criteria, including widespread rainfall across the upper regions, southwesterly winds at lower levels, and easterly winds at […]

Thailand Rainy Season to Officially Start on May 15
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