Chonburi Authorities Raid Major Chinese Drug Lab Producing Zombie Pods Near Pattaya
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Chonburi, Thailand — In a major operation on May 19th, 2026, Chonburi Governor Naris Niramaiwong and senior police officials led a raid on a suspected drug laboratory in the Banglamung district, uncovering a large-scale production site for chemicals used in drug-laced e-cigarettes, popularly known as “K-pot”, “zombie pods” or “yaa kae.” Two Chinese men were […]
Chonburi Authorities Raid Major Chinese Drug Lab Producing Zombie Pods Near Pattaya
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Chonburi Police Arrest British National, Thai Woman, and Firearm Dealers Near Pattaya in Drug and Weapons Bust
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CHONBURI — Provincial police in Chonburi have dismantled a network of drug dealers and firearm suppliers operating around Pattaya in a coordinated operation, arresting a 40-year-old British man, a 43-year-old Thai woman, and two Thai men suspected of selling illegal weapons. The operation was ordered by Pol. Maj. Gen. Phongphan Wongmanithet, Commander of Chonburi Provincial […]
Chonburi Police Arrest British National, Thai Woman, and Firearm Dealers Near Pattaya in Drug and Weapons Bust
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Nongprue Police Arrest Motorcycle Thief, Recover Vehicle with Altered License Plate
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Nong Prue, Chonburi– On May 17th, 2026, officers from Nong Prue Police Station in Chonburi Province successfully apprehended a suspect in a motorcycle theft case and recovered the stolen vehicle. Acting under the command of Pol. Col. Natthaphon Phong Suk Sakul, Chief of Nong Prue Police Station, a team of investigators was deployed following a […]
Nongprue Police Arrest Motorcycle Thief, Recover Vehicle with Altered License Plate
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Thailand Officially Revoking 60-Day Visa-Free Entry
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BANGKOK — The Thai Cabinet has approved the cancellation of the 60-day visa-free entry scheme for more than 90 countries, reverting to the previous visa regulations. The decision, announced on May 19, 2026, by Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul, marks a big shift in Thailand’s immigration policy. Importantly, the exact dates of implementation were […]
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Russian Man Arrested at Phuket Checkpoint on Bus from Pattaya with Large Drug Haul
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Phuket – Police in Phuket have arrested a 29‑year‑old Russian national after discovering a substantial quantity of narcotics including Ketamine, methamphetamine, heroin, and ecstasy, hidden in his luggage during a routine checkpoint inspection. The Tha Chatchai Police told the Phuket Express that the suspect, identified only as Mr. Gorskii, was traveling on a Phuket–Pattaya interprovincial […]
Russian Man Arrested at Phuket Checkpoint on Bus from Pattaya with Large Drug Haul
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Pattaya Accelerates Monitoring of Invasive Blackchin Tilapia After Beach Sightings, Fears Ecological and Tourism Impact
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Pattaya, Chonburi– May 18th, 2026: Pattaya City officials have stepped up efforts to track the invasive “blackchin tilapia” following recent discoveries along Pattaya Beach, raising concerns about potential damage to the marine ecosystem and the city’s tourism reputation. Deputy Mayor Krisana Boonsawat led an on-site inspection of the affected beach area on Monday, accompanied by […]
Pattaya Accelerates Monitoring of Invasive Blackchin Tilapia After Beach Sightings, Fears Ecological and Tourism Impact
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Khao Kheow Open Zoo Welcomes Adorable New Zebra Foal
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Chonburi, May 19th, 2026 – Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Sri Racha has announced the successful birth of a healthy female zebra foal, showing the zoo’s continued achievement in wildlife breeding and conservation. The zebra calf was born on April 15th, 2026, to a 7-year-old mother and a 9-year-old father. According to zoo officials, the […]
Khao Kheow Open Zoo Welcomes Adorable New Zebra Foal
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Pattaya Wraps Up Thrilling “Football Pattaya Cup 2026” as Penalty Drama Ends Final in Chaos
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Pattaya, Thailand – The second edition of the Football Pattaya Cup 2026 concluded on May 16th, 2026, at the Pattaya City School 7 (Ban Nong Phang Kae) football stadium in Bang Lamung district, Chonburi province. The tournament, which ran from May 2 to May 16, successfully reinforced Pattaya’s image as a “Sports City” while promoting […]
Pattaya Wraps Up Thrilling “Football Pattaya Cup 2026” as Penalty Drama Ends Final in Chaos
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