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03/01/2026
🏝️👮♀️ Pattaya Tourist Police Help Chinese Tourist Who Left Bag on Koh Larn – Returned Safely! ✨
On January 3rd, 2026, a Chinese tourist sought help from Pattaya Tourist Police after forgetting their luggage on a rental vehicle at Koh Larn.
Officers quickly coordinated with the Koh Larn patrol team, who checked the rental shop and located the bag right away!
The bag was then sent back via speedboat to Pattaya.
Upon inspection, all items inside were intact and complete.
The tourist was deeply impressed and thanked the Tourist Police for their swift and dedicated assistance 🙏🌊
03/01/2026
Thailand records 171 road accident deaths in four days over the New Year period.
Details 👇
03/01/2026
An Indian tourist filed a police report this morning in Pattaya stating he was scammed of roughly 40,000 Baht by friendly foreigners offering a miracle herb to reverse hair loss.
Full story in the first comment.
03/01/2026
The ultra-luxury superyacht Luminara, operated by The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and flying the Maltese flag, arrived at Laem Chabang Port’s C0 terminal around 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 2nd. More in comments
02/01/2026
Great job Animal Army!
02/01/2026
Pattaya Tourist Police successfully reunited a lost child with their guardian, an Indian tourist and their family, tonight. Good job Tourist Police!
Moo Deng is a lot bigger but still the same old Moo Deng, and bothering mom into 2026.
02/01/2026
Thailand's General Election is just over a month away and will now also feature a constitutional referendum. For non voters, they should also note the dates as the weekend will bring a 24 hour alcohol sales ban starting the night of February 7th until the evening of February 8th when polls close. This ban is for everyone, regardless if they can vote or not.
Story in the first comment.
02/01/2026
Phuket recorded the highest number of accidents (34) and injuries (38) while Bangkok reported the highest death toll, with 12 fatalities during the first three days of the New Year Seven Dangerous Days Road Safety Campaign.
Thailand – Thailand’s festive season has been overshadowed by a surge in road accidents, with 145 fatalities and 769 injuries reported nationwide during the first three days of the New Year holiday period. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) confirmed a total of 798 accid...
02/01/2026
January 2026 in Thailand is packed with festivals, culture, music, sport, and unforgettable experiences. From marathons and music festivals to flower celebrations, heritage night journeys, art biennales, and food & wine events — there’s something happening in every region.
Save the dates and plan your journey through Thailand’s vibrant events this January!
Check out more festivals and events: thailand.go.th/events
02/01/2026
A 38-year-old fortune teller was arrested in Pattaya on New Year’s Day after allegedly stealing a 19-year-old woman’s iPhone 13 Pro, worth approximately 20,000 baht (£450), moments after predicting she would suffer misfortune and lose a valuable item. More in comments
02/01/2026
A quiet village in Chonburi province was left in shock on New Year’s Day after a 43-year-old man was found dead following a motorcycle accident, with authorities uncovering a significant amount of methamphetamine pills and spent bullet casings on his body. More in comments
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