PinoyThaiyo

Emblazing Filipinos in Thailand and Abroad Welcome to the page of PinoyThaiyo, the first and only Filipino online magazine in the Kingdom of Thailand.

Pinoy Thaiyo aims to raise awareness of various issues, trends, practices and other events that are of significant importance to the Filipino community in Thailand first and foremost as well as Filipinos in other parts of the world. By having the magazine published in English, we hope that it can also serve as a tool for other nationalities to see the Philippines in a more positive light and gain

a better understanding of Filipinos in general which will ultimately lead to their appreciation of our culture. The name Pinoy Thaiyo came as a result of a play on words that had both Filipino and Thai in them. “Tayo” which is the Filipino word for “We”, had its spelling changed to make it both unique and easily remembered.

12/12/2025

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck northern Japan on Friday, December 12, with tsunami warnings issued for waves of up to three feet along the northern Pacific coastline.

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck northern Japan on Friday, December 12, with tsunami warnings issued for waves of up to three feet along the northern Pacific coastline.

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12/12/2025

🇵🇭🏀 Mabuhay, Filipino Community in Bangkok! 🇵🇭❤️

Let’s come together and show our full support for Gilas Pilipinas Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams as they compete in the 2025 SEA Games here in Thailand! 🇹🇭✨

Join us in watching, cheering, and proudly supporting our national athletes as they carry the Philippine flag with pride, passion, and puso! 💙💛❤️

📣 Let’s fill the stands with Filipino spirit!
Reserve your tickets at https://seagames2025.com/events or through the LINE app (LINE ID: )

Laban, Gilas! Laban, Pilipinas! 🇵🇭💪🏀

Photo Credits: SEA Sports News

12/12/2025

Pssst! taga san ang mga taong kung tukuyin ang citizens ng Thailand ay
"Thailander"? 😁✌️

12/12/2025

A P29-million DOST-developed weapon system, the Controller Operated Battle Ready Armament (COBRA), has been formally turned over to the Department of National Defense and the Philippine Army, aimed at boosting the firepower capability of armored units. | via ANC 24/7

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12/12/2025

12/12/2025

While the drone display was a hit during the mourning period, everyone has been eager for the sparks to fly again. Well, the wait is over: Vijit Chao Phraya 2025 is bringing back the pyrotechnics.

Fireworks kick off over Phra Phutthayotfa Bridge (Memorial Bridge) on December 5, 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 8.45pm, paired with light and colour displays under the concept 'The Light of Siam, the Mother of the Nation'.

Drone shows are still happening on December 5, 12 and 19 at 8:45pm, but the real star? December 5, the only night featuring 1,000 drones and 2,500 fireworks in one go!

🔗 Read more: https://www.timeout.com/bangkok/news/fireworks-return-to-bangkoks-chao-phraya-river-120325

12/12/2025

Your social media history is required.

The Trump administration is considering requiring visa-exempt foreign nationals from 42 countries to submit five years of social media history as part of its efforts to tighten immigration controls.

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12/12/2025

"The crackdown limits repeat 90-day visa-exempt entries to deter unlawful activities like cybercrime and money laundering."

Thai tourism operators are urging the government to publicise updated immigration rules following an increase in traveller denials, specifically concerning the tightening of 'visa runs'.

The crackdown limits repeat 90-day visa-exempt entries to deter unlawful activities like cybercrime and money laundering.

The Thai Hotels Association (THA) is demanding clear communication about the two-run limit and clarification on denials to prevent tourist confusion and speculation. They advocate for a predictable pre-screening system, mirroring South Korea, to improve entry efficiency for visitors.

More details: https://aseannow.com/topic/1381403-thailand-faces-calls-to-publicise-updated-entry-rules/

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

The second round of negotiations between the Philippines and France on the proposed Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) successfully concluded, the Department of National Defense (DND) said.

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