CHIANG RAI – Military forces and drug enforcement officers intercepted a major narcotics smuggling operation in Chiang Rai late Tuesday night. Authorities seized 250 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, locally known as ice, after a suspect abandoned a getaway vehicle near a busy shopping area. The coordinated operation took place near the Lotus supermarket in the […]
CHIANG RAI – On July 22, 2026, local police officers in Chiang Rai made a major undercover bust. During this operation, the dedicated Mae Chan Police Investigation Team arrested a 30-year-old man named Akeey. He was caught red-handed while selling dangerous, illegal goods to young teenagers in the area. Authorities successfully tracked him to an […]
CHIANG RAI – For over 50 years, Chiang Rai Beach has been a beloved local landmark. Locals and tourists alike fondly call this popular spot “Little Pattaya.” Now, this historic riverside area in Rob Wiang is about to become a memory. The Rob Wiang Subdistrict Administrative Organization (SAO) heavily manages this famous beach area. They […]
CHIANG RAI – Police have captured a major suspect connected to a massive international drug ring. This arrest is part of a continuing mission to completely stop the “Ball Khao Wiset” drug group. Officers found the highly wanted man hiding in the Mueang district of Chiang Rai and quickly took him into custody. Key Takeaways […]
CHIANG RAI – The Mekong River has seen a noticeable drop in its water levels. In the Chiang Khong district of Chiang Rai province, the water fell by 24 centimeters overnight. This welcome decrease comes just as the recent harsh weather finally begins to clear up. At 9:00 in the morning on July 23, 2026, […]
CHIANG RAI – Over 200 residents from 40 villages gathered in Phan District, Chiang Rai, to protest a proposed waste-to-energy power plant project. The peaceful demonstration marked the first anniversary of their opposition movement. Local leaders organised a large vehicle parade to demand an immediate stop to the development. Protesters traveled from Muang Kham Sub-district […]
CHIANG RAI – A local man went foraging for wild mushrooms in the Doi Pui forest in Chiang Rai. Suddenly, he suffered from severe stomach pain and could not walk down the steep mountain. Rescue workers quickly rushed into the dense woods to save him and bring him to safety. The local Thailand High Rescue […]
CHIANG RAI – Get ready for the much-anticipated return of the colorful Pakad art festival in northern Thailand. This second annual Chiang Rai Grand Market event runs from July 24 to August 2, 2026. The historic venue, known as Chiang Rai City Municipality Fresh Market 1, will completely transform. Event organizers chose a playful “Play […]
CHIANG RAI – Border Patrol officers in Mae Lao District scored a major drug bust late Wednesday night. They intercepted a large commercial cassava truck carrying a massive stash of hidden crystal methamphetamine. Law enforcement officers tracked the suspicious vehicle through multiple districts before moving in to make the bust. The operation ended with the […]
CHIANG RAI – Deputy Transport Minister Pattarapong Pattaraprasit inspected major road developments in Chiang Rai on July 27, 2026. The government is expanding Highway 1020 to four lanes and building a key underpass. These projects aim to ease traffic jams, boost road safety, and expand trade routes linking Thailand, Laos, and southern China by July […]