Thai Government Urges Safe and Respectful Songkran Celebrations Amid Concerns of Violence and Harassment
National—
On April 11th, 2024, Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, the Thai Deputy Government Spokesperson, called for the cooperation of all citizens to play water during the Songkran celebration safely and appropriately.
UNESCO registered the Songkran festival from...
Nine Thailand restaurants feature on prestigious ‘Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants’ 2022 list
Bangkok, 1 April 2022 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is delighted to report that the just-released 2022 edition of ‘Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants’ features no less than nine restaurants in Thailand, including...
Ghanaian Tourist DUI Crash: Fatal Accident in Chiang Mai on First Day of Extended...
Chiang Mai—
At 3:55 AM, on December 16th, 2023, Mueang Chiang Mai police received a car accident report of a Ghanaian tourist driving a sedan colliding with construction workers in the old town of Mueang...
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra Officially Pardoned Confirms Thai Justice Minister
National—
On February 13th, 2024, Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, the Thai Minister of Justice, confirmed the official pardon of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra under the law and regulations of the Thai Department of...
Prime Minister Confident in ‘Team Thailand’ in Developing Chiang Mai Tourism Scene
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expressed confidence in “Team Thailand” in developing the tourism potential of Chiang Mai province.
Efforts are being accelerated to develop transportation infrastructure, including upgrading the Chiang Mai International Airport,...
Happy Songkran from the TPN team! The Songkran festival and its traditions explained
Thailand -
The three days from the 13th to the 15th of April officially marks the Songkran Festival, which is also known as the traditional Thai New Year. It is normally celebrated with the use...
Anna Sueangam-iam crowned Miss Universe Thailand 2022 staged in Bangkok over the weekend
Bangkok -
Anna Sueangam-iam, 23, was crowned Miss Universe Thailand 2022 staged at Iconsiam shopping malls’ True Icon Hall on Saturday night, July 30th.
Anna, who was also formally known as an actress for Channel 8, will also...
Thief Breaks Into Famous Thai Actress’s House in Phuket
Phuket –
A thief broke into a famous Thai actress’s house in Phuket and allegedly stole a hundred thousand baht or about 3,000 USD.
The famous Thai actress Napakpapa ‘Ma Mee’ Nakprasit posted on her personal...
Ok Phansa or End of Buddhist Lent Day 2023
PRESS RELEASE:
On the full moon of the 11th Thai lunar month, usually in October, and this year falls on 28 October.
The Ok Phansa festival marks the end of the Buddhist Lent. It is a...
No Evidence of Prostitution Found in Transgender Brawl Incident, Say Bangkok Police
Bangkok—
On March 5th, 2024, the Governor of Bangkok Chadchart Sittipunt and relevant agencies performed a field inspection for illegal activities including so-called taxi mafia and alleged prostitution, as well as illegal guides, in Soi...