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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: NACC: B6M Phuket Bribe To Free British Drug Boss, 31KG Airport Cannabis Intercepted || July 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: NACC: B6M Phuket Bribe To Free British Drug Boss, 31KG Airport Cannabis Intercepted || July 8
PHUKET XTRA - July 8 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket police arrest Russians linked to online scam cash network
Phuket police arrest Russians linked to online scam cash network
PHUKET: Police have arrested one Russian national and detained another after raiding three locations across Phuket in an operation targeting a network suspected of withdrawing cash linked to online scam syndicates.
Patong jet-ski operator alleges assault by tourist
Patong jet-ski operator alleges assault by tourist
PHUKET: Patong Police are searching for a foreign tourist accused of assaulting a jet-ski operator following a dispute over alleged damage to two rental jet-skis at Patong Beach yesterday afternoon (July 7).
NACC seeks prosecution over B6mn bribe to free British drug gang boss
NACC seeks prosecution over B6mn bribe to free British drug gang boss
PHUKET: Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has resolved to seek criminal prosecution against seven people, including a senior police officer, over an alleged B6 million bribery scheme that promised to secure the release of a British organised crime boss later extradited to the United Kingdom and jailed for 20 years.
Thailand deepens US defence ties
Thailand deepens US defence ties
BANGKOK: Thailand seeks to deepen defence, cybersecurity and academic cooperation with the United States while maintaining its neutral foreign policy and supporting a peaceful, rules-based Indo-Pacific, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow told reporters during an official visit to Hawaii on Monday (July 6).
Officials halt unauthorised excavation in Baan Phru Champa
Officials halt unauthorised excavation in Baan Phru Champa
PHUKET: The Thepkrasattri Tambon Administrative Organisation (OrBorTor) has ordered an immediate halt to excavation work in Baan Phru Champa after officials found the operation was being carried out without the required permits.
Phuket police launch another ‘90-day anti-drugs campaign’
Phuket police launch another ‘90-day anti-drugs campaign’
PHUKET: Phuket officials have launched yet another province-wide 90-day anti-drugs campaign aimed at eliminating drug trafficking and creating “drug-free” villages and communities.
Phuket’s annual futsal competition kicks off
Phuket’s annual futsal competition kicks off
FUTSAL: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization Futsal Cup 2026 officially got underway on Saturday (July 4) with a record 107 teams contesting the week long competition.
Emirates adds third daily Dubai-Phuket flight
Emirates adds third daily Dubai-Phuket flight
PHUKET: Emirates has expanded its Phuket operations by launching a third daily service between Dubai and Phuket, increasing the airline’s schedule to 21 flights a week and introducing its Airbus A350 on the new route.
Belgian woman arrested at Phuket airport with 31kg of cannabis
Belgian woman arrested at Phuket airport with 31kg of cannabis
PHUKET: A 21-year-old Belgian woman has been arrested at Phuket International Airport after authorities found more than 31 kilogrammes of cannabis packed in her luggage as she prepared to board an international flight.
Local pump prices cut as global oil prices ease
Local pump prices cut as global oil prices ease
BANGKOK: Fuel prices in Thailand are being reduced in line with the decline in global oil prices, with diesel falling by B2.56 per litre and all grades of gasoline by B2.51, effective from 5am today (July 8).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Road Rampage: 23 Barriers Smashed, Freedom Beach Demolition Deadline || July 7
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Road Rampage: 23 Barriers Smashed, Freedom Beach Demolition Deadline || July 7
PHUKET XTRA - July 7 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
International concern after China test-fires missile into Pacific
International concern after China test-fires missile into Pacific
WASHINGTON: The United States voiced alarm yesterday (July 6) over Beijing's nuclear program after China test-fired a purported long-range missile into the Pacific Ocean, the latest move in its rapid military modernisation.
Driver charged after wiping out 23 road barriers
Driver charged after wiping out 23 road barriers
PHUKET: A 47-year-old driver has been charged after crashing into 23 highway barriers in Thalang before leaving the scene, causing an estimated B89,700 in damage to government property.
Seaplane takeoff grounded by regulations
Seaplane takeoff grounded by regulations
BANGKOK: While Thailand holds the potential to lead the regional seaplane market due to its tourism resources, it faces regulatory challenges that have delayed development, says aviation operator Siam Seaplane.
Phuket hotel licensing deadline extended
Phuket hotel licensing deadline extended
PHUKET: The Ministry of Interior has extended its special hotel licensing consultation programme in Phuket until Friday (July 10), giving unlicensed hotel and entertainment venue operators an extra week to enter the legal system while reaffirming a crackdown on illegal foreign nominee businesses.
FIFA have ‘crossed a red line’ in Balogun reprieve: UEFA
FIFA have ‘crossed a red line’ in Balogun reprieve: UEFA
FOOTBALL: FIFA “crossed a red line” with the controversial decision to suspend US star Folarin Balogun’s one game ban for a year, European football's governing body UEFA said yesterday (July 6).
Underpass overnight closures extended again
Underpass overnight closures extended again
PHUKET: Overnight closures at four of Phuket's busiest highway underpasses have been extended again as work continues on the island's delayed Smart City traffic management project.
‘Big Joke’ bribe case begins
‘Big Joke’ bribe case begins
BANGKOK: Former deputy national police chief Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, known as “Big Joke”, appeared at the Supreme Court alongside his lawyer to face corruption allegations related to the gold-bribe scandal yesterday (July 6).
Phuket police arrest fugitive accused of abducting, assaulting ex-girlfriend
Phuket police arrest fugitive accused of abducting, assaulting ex-girlfriend
PHUKET: Police have arrested a man in Phuket accused of abducting his ex-girlfriend at gunpoint, forcing her to drive to Ranong, assaulting her and making her burn her personal documents to prevent her from escaping.