The killing of a 17-year-old girl exposes a deeply disturbing reality in Thailand’s entertainment capital, Pattaya. An Australian man has been charged with murder after the victim was found in a suitcase.
Fury sets Pattaya warm-up bout with Polish veteran Mariusz Wach
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
British heavyweight Tyson Fury will face Polish veteran Mariusz Wach in Thailand on 24 July, a day before Anthony Joshua meets Kristian Prenga in Jeddah.
Alcohol ban in force June 27–28 during Bangkok and Pattaya elections
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Election Commission has announced a nationwide alcohol ban in Bangkok and Pattaya electoral areas during election hours on June 27–28, with penalties for violations under election law.
Thailand’s Department of Business Development is investigating three food delivery app operators serving Chinese-speaking customers in Bangkok and Pattaya, after one company was found to be foreign-owned without the required permission.
Pattaya targets world-class event city status with 365-day calendar
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Pattaya is using more than 50 sports, music, cultural and beach events each year to drive tourism, lift hotel occupancy and strengthen its position as a World-Class Event City in Thailand.
Homeless people seek shelter on Pattaya Beach, raising tourism image concerns
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Business operators are urging authorities to address the growing number of homeless people using Pattaya Beach and nearby public areas as night-time shelters.