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Top is a multifaceted news writer with a keen interest in real estate and travel. Top currently covers local Thai news at Thaiger. As a travel buff, Top blogs about his travels- around the world and Thailand- during his free time.
  • Pattaya NewsBeach peace patrol: Police unite to silence the noise after shooting

    Beach peace patrol: Police unite to silence the noise after shooting

    In a collaborative effort to maintain peace and tranquillity, officials from Banglamung and Pattaya police conducted an inspection of Jomtien Beach in the early hours of today. Responding to the residents’ complaints about noise and fireworks, this initiative was also a reaction to a shooting incident that took place on the night of April 25, which stirred panic among tourists.…

  • Crime NewsLaotian tourist’s 80,000 baht gold necklace stolen in Pattaya

    Laotian tourist’s 80,000 baht gold necklace stolen in Pattaya

    Emerging from the nocturnal charm of Pattaya, an intriguing tale of a Laotian tourist and a vanished 80,000 baht (US$2,150) gold necklace has surfaced. The unfortunate incident unfolded early this morning, May 1, along the bustling Sukhumvit Road in the Nongprue sub-district, Banglamung district, Chon Buri province. The victim, Detnakhon Inthakoummane, a 37 year old Laotian national, recounted his ordeal…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok’s street sweepers: Deputy governor’s vendor crackdown

    Bangkok’s street sweepers: Deputy governor’s vendor crackdown

    Lang Suan Road commercial area in Pathumwan, Bangkok, was bustling with activity this morning. However, not with the usual chaos of vendors setting up their street stalls, but a methodical inspection led by Deputy Governor of Bangkok, Chakkapan Phewngam, and his team of officials to clamp down on street vendor regulations, maintain public order and ensure cleanliness. This was not…

  • Pattaya NewsUnlicensed Pattaya party villa raided restoring peace for locals

    Unlicensed Pattaya party villa raided restoring peace for locals

    Peace has been restored in Pattaya, as a noisy, reportedly unlicensed pool villa was raided by authorities yesterday evening. The operation was spurred by complaints from residents, who were disturbed by the loud music and partying emanating from the villa. Weekit Manarojkit, the Banglamung District Chief, directed his deputy, Pornchai Sang-iad, to spearhead a team of officials in raiding the…

  • Thailand NewsThai monks implicated in illicit wildlife sanctuary encroachment

    Thai monks implicated in illicit wildlife sanctuary encroachment

    Phu Khiao Wildlife Sanctuary officers yesterday unveiled a case of alleged illicit encroachment involving monks from a highly revered temple in Chaiyaphum. The monks and their accomplices are suspected of violating the sanctity of the wildlife sanctuary’s protected grounds. The Suomi NPP satellite pinpointed 14 hotspots in a forest located in Nong Bua Daeng, Chaiyaphum on Tuesday. Responding swiftly, the…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok: Thai authorities crack down on illegal immigrant workers

    Bangkok: Thai authorities crack down on illegal immigrant workers

    Thai immigration officers cracked down on immigrant workers allegedly encroaching on local professions in Bangkok’s bustling Ratchathewi district. Thai immigration officers, alongside immigration police and Phaya Thai police, have disclosed a meticulously planned operation aimed at eliminating immigrant workers accused of infringing upon the livelihoods of Thai locals without proper authorisation. The operation, which took place yesterday, saw more than…

  • Thailand NewsThai-riffic partnership: Wego and TAT soar for fourth year running

    Thai-riffic partnership: Wego and TAT soar for fourth year running

    Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), unveils its continued collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) for the fourth consecutive year. Together, Wego and TAT are set to spotlight Thailand’s unmatched allure as a top-tier travel destination. Building upon the triumphs of their past ventures, Wego and the Tourism Authority of…

  • Thailand NewsRide-sharing driver arrested for firing gun at Jomtien Beach

    Ride-sharing driver arrested for firing gun at Jomtien Beach

    Pattaya police apprehended a ride-sharing driver in the early hours of yesterday, following an incident of the driver discharging a firearm into the sea, which provoked fear among tourists near Jomtien Beach. The incident took a turn at around 2.36am, near Soi 16, where the sounds of gunshots rippled through the calm sea air. At that moment, Bang Lamung District…

  • Thailand NewsHand grenade found in Thai suburb leaves locals shaken

    Hand grenade found in Thai suburb leaves locals shaken

    On the peaceful streets of Wat Boon Samphan, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri, a sinister surprise lurked beneath the serenity as a fully operational type M26 hand grenade on Monday. The discovery, made by 73 year old security guard Pratum Chomsuwat, unfolded as he meticulously cleared the area with a grass trimmer, stumbling upon the lethal device near a modest cement…

  • Thailand NewsThai Airways takes off on an Airbus A380 farewell flight

    Thai Airways takes off on an Airbus A380 farewell flight

    Amidst a pandemic–induced slump, Thai Airways decided to bid farewell to its Airbus A380 fleet, spelling the end of an era in the skies. According to a report by Aerotime Hub, the Thai flag carrier is offering its superjumbos to the highest bidder until September 12, marking a conclusion to their service. Remaining grounded since the early days of the…

  • Politics NewsMyanmar’s 275th infantry battalion reclaims Pha Song Camp base

    Myanmar’s 275th infantry battalion reclaims Pha Song Camp base

    Nestled in the quaint township of Myawaddy, Myanmar, Pha Song Camp witnessed a significant event today as the soldiers from the 275th Infantry Battalion, who were previously scattered near the Second Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge, made a collective retreat back to their base. The retreat followed the withdrawal of the ethnic Karen resistance fighters, who had seized control of the base…

  • Thailand NewsChiang Mai massage parlour busted for underage employment

    Chiang Mai massage parlour busted for underage employment

    Chiang Mai police, along with affiliated agencies, raided a massage parlour suspected of employing minors on Tuesday, all under 18 years old, for providing illicit sexual services to customers. The owner of the massage parlour, identified as 21 year old Natthanaree Puangmala, was allegedly facilitating the provision of these services secretly to customers who engaged with the massage facilities. The cost…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya police raid reveals 21 Burmese living illegally

    Pattaya police raid reveals 21 Burmese living illegally

    In Pattaya, a police raid led by Police Lieutenant Colonel Weerachai Thinkhamut, Superintendent of the Immigration Police for Chon Buri province, resulted in the arrest of 21 Burmese nationals living illegally in rented properties on Soi Kho Phai. The operation, which took place around midday yesterday, April 24, was instigated following complaints from locals about the disruptive behaviour of the…

  • Thailand NewsPhuket gets new Australian Consul-General

    Phuket gets new Australian Consul-General

    Following an announcement made by Penny Wong, Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Kirsten Fletcher was named the new Australian Consul-General for Phuket and its nearby provinces. Fletcher’s appointment was confirmed yesterday. Fletcher, known for her active involvement in sustainability and tourism, was recently seen at an event in Phuket last month, where locals shared ideas on reducing plastic waste. Angela…

  • Tourism NewsThai airports soar in Skytrax rankings: Suvarnabhumi leaps to 58th

    Thai airports soar in Skytrax rankings: Suvarnabhumi leaps to 58th

    The global airport ranking agency, Skytrax, recently unveiled its 2024 report on the World’s Best Airports. A notable mention in this year’s list is Thailand’s very own Suvarnabhumi International Airport, which has impressively climbed up ten places from the previous year to secure the 58th spot. The rise in the ranking can be attributed to a number of various improvements…

  • Thailand NewsLopburi locals demand action as macaque mischief escalates

    Lopburi locals demand action as macaque mischief escalates

    Locals of Prang Khaek in Mueng District of Lopburi held a press conference on Monday and installed protest signs regarding the lack of action from Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the Thai Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation in tackling the sizeable macaque problem in their area, which left locals vulnerable to attack. The protest leader was…

  • Tourism NewsBangkok and Chiang Mai among top Asian cities for expats in 2024

    Bangkok and Chiang Mai among top Asian cities for expats in 2024

    A recent report by an acclaimed online language-learning marketplace unveiled its list of the top 10 Asian cities for expats making a move in 2024. Two Thai gems, Bangkok and Chiang Mai, have made their mark on this list, further cementing Thailand’s appeal to a global audience. Second in the ranking, the bustling metropolis of Bangkok has been lauded as…

  • Pattaya NewsHuay Yai locals stop cable thieves funding birthday bash and drugs

    Huay Yai locals stop cable thieves funding birthday bash and drugs

    In an unexpected turn of events in Huay Yai, Chon Buri, two thieves were apprehended in the act of stealing power cables by vigilant locals. One of the culprits confessed that the motive behind this crime was to fund his birthday celebration and substance abuse habits. The incident occurred in the early hours of yesterday, near Soi Khao Makok 10,…

  • Pattaya NewsWan Lai festival tarnished by rampant thefts in Pattaya

    Wan Lai festival tarnished by rampant thefts in Pattaya

    The Wan Lai festival in Pattaya on April 19 was marred by a series of thefts that left attendees, including a 22 year old woman, distraught and bereft of their belongings. A recently surfaced video clip posted by the Facebook page Kratoey Review on April 23, shows the woman, Sujira, in tears after losing her brand new iPhone 14 to…

  • Pattaya NewsBangkok taxi driver hits pedestrian at Asiatique

    Bangkok taxi driver hits pedestrian at Asiatique

    A pedestrian crossing a road at a legal crosswalk in front of Asiatique The Riverfront in Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok was struck by a taxi yesterday, as seen in a video posted by Thai social media users. The video quickly went viral, sparking outrage and prompting the Wat Phraya Krai police officers to publicise the details of the incident. The…

  • Thailand NewsEmergency water distribution in Hua Hin amidst drought concerns

    Emergency water distribution in Hua Hin amidst drought concerns

    To combat the severe drought gripping Hua Hin, Mayor Nopporn Wutthikul spearheaded a meeting with local government officials to discuss immediate relief and long-term fixes for the parched populace, especially in Khao Takiap. Joined by Deputy Mayor Atichat Chaisri and a cadre of civic bigwigs, the summit centred on the dwindling water levels at the Hua Na reservoir. These plummeting…

  • Pattaya NewsMotorbike and minivan collision injures three in Pattaya

    Motorbike and minivan collision injures three in Pattaya

    A collision between a motorbike and a minivan in Pattaya led to injuries for three people, including two young women and a blind individual. The incident occurred in the early hours of yesterday, April 22, at 2.36am, near Pattaya School 7 on the inbound lane heading towards Sattahip. The motorbike, a Honda Scoopy I model, was ridden by 18 year…

  • Tourism NewsSongkran festival drives 90% hotel booking rates in Thailand

    Songkran festival drives 90% hotel booking rates in Thailand

    Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), revealed to the public yesterday that the Songkran festival, which took place from April 13 to April 15, witnessed a gratifying 90% hotel booking rate in major tourist zones. This surge in bookings mirrors the popularity of the traditional Thai water festival among both local and international visitors. However, an extension…

  • Thailand NewsVietnamese tourist reunited with lost iPhone in Pattaya

    Vietnamese tourist reunited with lost iPhone in Pattaya

    A Vietnamese tourist was recently reunited with her misplaced iPhone, thanks to the concerted efforts of local police officers and a kind-hearted local. The tourist was about to return to Bangkok when she discovered her iPhone missing. Without losing any time, she promptly took the matter to Pattaya police. The officers embarked on a thorough search of the vehicle that…

  • Thailand NewsTeen’s airsoft gun rampage sparks chaos at Songkran in Pattaya

    Teen’s airsoft gun rampage sparks chaos at Songkran in Pattaya

    Chaos erupted during the Songkran festivities as a teenager brandishing airsoft guns incited fear and panic in Soi 7, Central Pattaya, sending shockwaves through the crowd of over a thousand tourists on April 15. Pattaya police swiftly apprehended the 17 year old juvenile responsible for the terrorizing act, taking him to the police station for questioning. Police Lieutenant Colonel Thananon…

  • Road deathsSongkran festival sees surge in road accidents across Thailand

    Songkran festival sees surge in road accidents across Thailand

    Thailand is grappling with a surge in road accidents, with an alarming tally of 2,044 mishaps leading to 2,060 injuries and a tragic loss of 287 lives. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) released these figures as part of their Seven Days of Road Safety Campaign, which covered the Songkran festival period from April 11 to April 17.…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok Airways soars to new heights with Sabre

    Bangkok Airways soars to new heights with Sabre

    Bangkok Airways has solidified its long-standing collaboration with Sabre, the global leader in innovative travel technology. The Suvarnabhumi International Airport-based carrier, renowned for its extensive network spanning over 20 regional destinations, including Cambodia, China, Laos, Maldives, and Singapore, has reaffirmed its commitment to Sabre’s cutting-edge solutions. Chulin Kocharoen, Vice President of Network and Product Development at Bangkok Airways, expressed the…

  • Crime NewsSongkran festivities turn tragic with fatal shooting in Sattahip

    Songkran festivities turn tragic with fatal shooting in Sattahip

    A joyous Songkran celebration took a tragic turn in Sattahip, Chon Buri when four young individuals were caught in a hail of gunfire on April 16. The incident has left one person dead and has the police on a manhunt for the suspected gunman. The alarming event unfolded at 6pm during the Songkran festivities taking place on Soi Bon Kai…

  • Pattaya NewsVendors’ dispute escalates to violence at Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier

    Vendors’ dispute escalates to violence at Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier

    A violent altercation erupted among vendors at the Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya yesterday morning, leaving four people wounded, one in grave condition. The dispute, which escalated to include the use of a knife, took place in the parking area of the pier in South Pattaya around 9.30am, yesterday, April 17. Rescue personnel were swiftly on the scene following reports…

  • Pattaya NewsChemical explosion at Banglamung ice factory affects over 60

    Chemical explosion at Banglamung ice factory affects over 60

    A chemical explosion disrupted the peaceful night in Nongprue, near Pattaya, at the Banglamung Ice Factory last night, April 17. The explosion, taking place around 11.36pm, unleashed a cloud of chemicals into the sky, prompting swift action from local authorities. By 4am today, the situation was under control, with no deaths or severe injuries reported. The District Chief of Bang…