Songkran vs. Wan Lai: Thailands New Year Celebrations Explained, Why Dates are Different in Chonburi

Thailand– As Thailand celebrates its annual New Year festivities, the terms "Songkran" and "Wan Lai" often surface, sparking curiosity about their differences. While both...

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Thailand Reports Total of 191 Deaths in Five Days of Songkran Seven Days of Danger Road Campaign

Thailand- Thailand has reported a total of 951 accidents, resulting in 911 injuries and 191 fatalities over five days (April 10th – April 14th) of...

Songkran vs. Wan Lai: Thailands New Year Celebrations Explained, Why Dates are Different in Chonburi

Thailand– As Thailand celebrates its annual New Year festivities, the terms "Songkran" and "Wan Lai" often surface, sparking curiosity about their differences. While both...

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Pattaya, April 14th, 2026— Chonburi Governor Naris Niramaiwong, accompanied by Deputy Governor Isra Charoenchasri, visited Banglamung District to inspect a public service point for...

41-Year-Old Man Injured in Motorcycle Crash in Pattaya, Gun and Ammunition Found During Search

Pattaya, April 14th, 2026 A 41-year-old man was injured in a motorcycle collision in Pattaya late on Monday night, and police discovered a loaded revolver...

Thailand’s Songkran 2026 Projects US$ 909M Revenue Nationwide, Increasing Year Over Year

A report by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) showed strong nationwide tourism activity for the Songkran Festival 2026, exceeding expectations across all regions...

Myanmar Man Injured After Motorcycle Collides with Car on Pattaya Overpass During Songkran, Rider Flung Off Bridge

Pattaya, April 14th, 2026 – A 22-year-old Myanmar man was seriously injured late on Tuesday night after the motorcycle he was riding collided with...

52-Year-Old Russian Woman Seriously Injured After Falling from Fourth-Floor Apartment in Pattaya

Pattaya, Thailand – A 52-year-old Russian woman was critically injured early on Tuesday morning after falling from the fourth floor of an apartment building...

Thailand Reports Total of 154 Deaths in Four Days of Songkran Seven Days of Danger Road Campaign

Thailand- Thailand has reported a total of 755 accidents, resulting in 705 injuries and 154 fatalities over four days (April 10th – April 13th)...

Pattaya Police Summon Motorcycle Taxi Drivers After Viral Assault on Foreign Tourist in Soi 6; Two Placed on Probation

Pattaya, April 14th, 2026 Pattaya police have summoned four individuals for questioning following a violent incident in which a group of men, believed to be...

Tora Tapas: A Look at Pattaya’s Fantastic Dining Hotspot Blending Flavour, Music, and Atmosphere!

‘A must-visit destination this Songkran 2026, where bold tapas, DJ nights, and outdoor experiences come together in style’ Happy Songkran 2026 to all our customers,...

Songkran Survival Guide: How Not to Feel Like a Melted Ice Cube the Next Day!

Songkran in Pattaya has a way of convincing you that you’re invincible. Armed with a water gun and questionable confidence, you dive headfirst into...

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Songkran vs. Wan Lai: Thailands New Year Celebrations Explained, Why Dates...

Thailand– As Thailand celebrates its annual New Year festivities, the terms "Songkran" and "Wan Lai" often surface, sparking curiosity about their differences. While both...

Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Songkran Seven Days...

Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 6th to...

No Weekly Free In Person Coffee and News Chat With The...

This week's free chat is canceled due to Songkran and allowing members of the team to enjoy the festival with their loved ones. We...

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Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Diesel Prices Continues...

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Concerned Citizens Ask For Assistance with Illegal Dumping and Homeless Encampment...

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Songkran vs. Wan Lai: Thailands New Year Celebrations Explained, Why Dates are Different in Chonburi

Thailand– As Thailand celebrates its annual New Year festivities, the terms "Songkran" and "Wan Lai" often surface, sparking curiosity about their differences. While both...

Thailand’s Songkran 2026 Projects US$ 909M Revenue Nationwide, Increasing Year Over Year

A report by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) showed strong nationwide tourism activity for the Songkran Festival 2026, exceeding expectations across all regions...

Songkran Survival Guide: How Not to Feel Like a Melted Ice Cube the Next Day!

Songkran in Pattaya has a way of convincing you that you’re invincible. Armed with a water gun and questionable confidence, you dive headfirst into...

Pattaya to Host Epic “Songkran Wan Lai 2026” Beach Festival with Star-Studded Lineup and Non-Stop Entertainment

Pattaya, Thailand – Get ready for an unforgettable seaside celebration as “Pattaya Songkran Wan Lai 2026” transforms Pattaya Central Beach into a massive three-day...

Pattaya Prepares for Massive Crowds During Songkran and Wan Lai Festival Big Days Next Weekend

Authorities are urging residents and visitors to get ready for heavy crowds as Pattaya’s extended Songkran celebrations reach their peak with the Big Day,...

Chonburi Real Estate Association Holds Seminar on Adapting to Eastern Economic Growth

Chonburi The Chonburi Real Estate Association recently organized a special seminar titled “Chonburi... Adjust... Move Forward... Don’t Wait” to address the importance of economic...

Pattaya City Adjusts Layout for 2026 Naklua Rice Offering Tradition to Enhance Safety and Reduce Crowding

Pattaya, April 2026 Pattaya City is set to organize the annual Na Kluea Rice Offering Ceremony (Prathetani Kong Khao Na Kluea) 2026 on April...

Pattaya Welcomes Miss Tourism World 2026 Organizers as Thailand Prepares to Host Prestigious International Beauty Pageant

Pattaya, Thailand Pattaya City Deputy Mayor Mr. Damrongkiat Pinijkan met with representatives of the Miss Tourism World organization this weekend to discuss preparations for...

Pattaya Mayor Presides Over Closing Ceremony and Awards for 2026 Pattaya Open Volleyball Tournament

Pattaya, Thailand – April 11th, 2026 Mr. Poramese Ngampichet, Mayor of Pattaya City, chaired the awards presentation and closing ceremony for the Pattaya...

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Tora Tapas: A Look at Pattaya’s Fantastic Dining Hotspot Blending Flavour,...

‘A must-visit destination this Songkran 2026, where bold tapas, DJ nights, and outdoor experiences come together in style’ Happy Songkran 2026 to all our customers,...

Guest Food Review: Skip the Splash, Keep the Flavor During Songkran...

Review by Guest Contributor Andy Salthouse. This is NOT a paid or sponsored post but is a reader submission. Photos are his own, and...

Pattaya City Hall Holds Briefing on Sea Walker Regulations Ahead of...

Pattaya – Deputy Mayor of Pattaya City, Mr. Wuttisak Roemkitchakarn, recently chaired a coordination and briefing meeting on guidelines and criteria for issuing operating...

Chonburi Real Estate Association Holds Seminar on Adapting to Eastern Economic...

Chonburi The Chonburi Real Estate Association recently organized a special seminar titled “Chonburi... Adjust... Move Forward... Don’t Wait” to address the importance of economic...

Experts Urge Thailand to Accelerate Removal of Barriers and Update Regulations...

Bangkok– A smooth and practical transition to full regulatory compliance will be a key factor in ensuring the long-term stability of Thailand’s app-based ride-hailing...

Pattaya City Hall Reviews Subsidy Requests for Fiscal Year 2027: Complete...

Pattaya, April 9th, 2026– At 9:30 AM, Mr. Wuttisak Roemkitkarn, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya City, chaired a meeting of the committee responsible for considering...

Lawson Opens First Flagship Store in Pattaya at Royal Garden Plaza

Pattaya, Thailand – Lawson, the popular Japanese convenience store chain, has officially opened its first flagship store in Pattaya at Royal Garden Plaza, marking...

Thailand to Reduce Retail Diesel Pump Prices by 2.24 Baht per...

Thailand will reduce retail diesel pump prices by 2.14 baht per litre starting Thursday, April 9th, 2026, delivering immediate relief to motorists, businesses, transport...

Bangchak Crude Oil Tanker With 700,000 Barrels from the Middle East...

Chonburi, Thailand A crude oil tanker operated by Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited (Bangchak) has successfully arrived at the Bangchak Sriracha refinery port after...

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Thailand Reports Total of 191 Deaths in Five Days of Songkran...

Thailand- Thailand has reported a total of 951 accidents, resulting in 911 injuries and 191 fatalities over five days (April 10th – April 14th) of...

Songkran vs. Wan Lai: Thailands New Year Celebrations Explained, Why Dates...

Thailand– As Thailand celebrates its annual New Year festivities, the terms "Songkran" and "Wan Lai" often surface, sparking curiosity about their differences. While both...

Advancing Your Hospitality Career? Discover the PGD Programme through Real Student...

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Thailand Reports Total of 154 Deaths in Four Days of Songkran...

Thailand- Thailand has reported a total of 755 accidents, resulting in 705 injuries and 154 fatalities over four days (April 10th – April 13th)...

Bangkok Police Swiftly Arrest Foreign Man for Alleged Indecent Assault and...

Bangkok – As crowds flocked to Silom for the lively Songkran water festival, authorities in Bangkok’s Pathum Wan district have issued a stark warning...

Thailand Reports Total of 95 Deaths in Three Days of Songkran...

Thailand — Thailand has reported a total of 515 accidents, resulting in 486 injuries and 95 fatalities over three days (April 10th – April...

Thailand Reports a Total of 71 Deaths in Two Days of...

Thailand - The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), has reported a total of 344 accidents, resulting in 317 injuries and 71 fatalities on...

Thailand Reports 20 Deaths on the First Day of Songkran Seven...

Thailand - The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), has reported 135 accidents, resulting in 132 injuries and 20 fatalities on the first...

Warning to Business Operators: Beware of Networks Luring Minors Under 18

Warning to Business Operators: Beware of Networks Luring Minors Under 18 – Risk of Legal Consequences Without Knowing Pattaya – Business operators in tourist areas...

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Pattaya Deputy Mayor Chairs Weekly Administration Meeting to Enhance City Order...

Pattaya, April 10th, 2026 Mr. Wuttisak Roemkitkarn, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya City, presided over a meeting of the Civil Administration Division under the Pattaya...

Pattaya City Hall Reviews Subsidy Requests for Fiscal Year 2027: Complete...

Pattaya, April 9th, 2026– At 9:30 AM, Mr. Wuttisak Roemkitkarn, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya City, chaired a meeting of the committee responsible for considering...

Pattaya Mayor Receives Key Policy Directives from Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul

Pattaya, April 7th, 2026— Mr. Poramese Ngampichet, Mayor of Pattaya, together with Mr. Kiattisak Sriwongchai, Pattaya City Clerk, participated in a nationwide virtual conference...

Pattaya City Appoints 59 New Employees Starting April 1st, 2026

Pattaya City has completed the recruitment and appointment of personnel to serve as Pattaya City employees, drawing from the list of successful candidates from...

Sakchai Tangho Launches Independent Campaign for Pattaya Mayor Election, Unveils “24-Hour...

Pattaya, Thailand – At the Alcazar Cabaret Show in Pattaya, Mr. Sakchai Tangho, a candidate for Pattaya City Mayor, officially launched his “Pattaya 2030”...

Jamnian Keetipakun Wins Unopposed, Becomes First Mayor of Khao Mai Kaew...

Chonburi, March 29th, 2026 Mr. Jamnian Keetipakun, popularly known as “Naek Haeng” or “Dry Mayor,” secured a landslide victory without any competitors in the election...

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