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Drug raid nets four suspects, meth, ice and bullets
Drug raid nets four suspects, meth, ice and bullets
PHUKET: A targeted police raid in a residential community in Phuket Town has led to the arrest of four suspected drug offenders and the seizure of methamphetamine pills (ya bah), crystal meth (ya ice), ammunition and drug paraphernalia.
Ukrainian tourist reports rape in Phuket, police hunt suspect
Ukrainian tourist reports rape in Phuket, police hunt suspect
PHUKET: A 20-year-old Ukrainian tourist has reported being raped by an unknown Thai man after being forced into a van in Phuket Town, prompting a police search for the suspect.
PM calls for work-from-home amid oil imports vulnerability
PM calls for work-from-home amid oil imports vulnerability
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has advised the private sector to adopt work-from-home measures and support nationwide energy-saving efforts, to weather the energy crisis.
Tour guide confirmed dead in tour boat fire
Tour guide confirmed dead in tour boat fire
PHUKET: A tour guide initially reported missing following a speedboat fire and explosion at Ao Makham earlier today (Apr 6) has now been confirmed dead, authorities have reported.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Speedboat Fire: 1 Dead, 30% Drop in Tourists, Mandatory Tourist Insurance? || April 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Speedboat Fire: 1 Dead, 30% Drop in Tourists, Mandatory Tourist Insurance? || April 6
PHUKET XTRA - April 6 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Speedboat fire at Ao Makham, five crew injured
Speedboat fire at Ao Makham, five crew injured
PHUKET: A speedboat fire and reported explosion at a pier at Ao Makham left five crew members injured and one person missing this morning (Apr 6).
Defiant Iran ramps up attacks after Trump warning
Defiant Iran ramps up attacks after Trump warning
TEHRAN: Iran launched fresh attacks across the Middle East today (Apr 6) and threatened “devastating” retaliation, after US President Donald Trump’s expletive-laced warning that Tehran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Analyst urges united front on hardships
Analyst urges united front on hardships
BANGKOK: Dealing with crises is not the responsibility of an individual or the government alone ‒- it requires a collective effort as new crises often arise before existing ones have been fully resolved, says an analyst from Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI).
Arsenal stunned by Southampton in FA Cup quarter-finals
Arsenal stunned by Southampton in FA Cup quarter-finals
FOOTBALL: Arsenal suffered a shock FA Cup quarter-final exit as the Premier League leaders crashed to an embarrassing 2-1 defeat against second tier Southampton on Saturday (Apr 4).
Greek restaurant inspected over Hebrew-language sign
Greek restaurant inspected over Hebrew-language sign
PHUKET: A Greek restaurant near the Big Buddha has been found to be operating legally following an inspection prompted by online criticism over a Hebrew-language sign displayed at the site.
Phuket Peranakan Festival goes ‘Bloom’
Phuket Peranakan Festival goes ‘Bloom’
PHUKET: Phuket’s cultural heart burst into life on Saturday (Apr 4) as the Phuket Peranakan Festival 2026 officially opened in a vibrant showcase of heritage, performance and international collaboration under the theme ‘BLOOM’.
Floating container off Phuket poses risk to boats
Floating container off Phuket poses risk to boats
PHUKET: A large shipping container has been spotted drifting in the Andaman Sea about 50km west of Mai Khao Beach, prompting warnings for vessels to navigate with caution.
Hazardous levels of smog over most of Thailand
Hazardous levels of smog over most of Thailand
BANGKOK: Hazardous levels of ultrafine dust shrouded Bangkok and 58 of the 76 provinces late yesterday afternoon (Apr 5) with red levels of smog in 10 northern and northeastern provinces, according to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda).
Nearly 200k meth pills seized in Phuket air-cooler parcel sting
Nearly 200k meth pills seized in Phuket air-cooler parcel sting
PHUKET: Police have seized nearly 200,000 methamphetamine (ya bah) pills and arrested two juvenile couriers as part of an expanded operation targeting a drug network smuggling narcotics into Phuket hidden inside parcel deliveries.
Russian illegal ‘tour guide’ arrested in Phuket
Russian illegal ‘tour guide’ arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: A Russian national has been arrested by Phuket Tourist Police for allegedly operating an illegal tour business while using a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) as cover, officials confirmed.
Songkran Waterverse at Angsana Laguna Phuket
Songkran Waterverse at Angsana Laguna Phuket
There is a moment each April when all of Thailand pauses, exhales and begins again. This year, Angsana Laguna Phuket invites you to celebrate the Thai New Year with a thoughtfully curated program that honours centuries-old traditions before transforming into a vibrant poolside festival. Experience the Songkran Waterverse: a fusion of two worlds. Begin with the gentle rhythm of a long drum parade and the "One and Only" Buddha Image Lagoon Procession across our tranquil waters. As the day progresses, the atmosphere shifts to exhilarating joy with a poolside foam party, aqua challenges, and an authentic Thai Food Street. Celebrate the spirit of renewal with us: - Traditional Long Drum & Thai Dance Parade - Sacred Buddha Image Lagoon Procession - Buddha Water Blessing & Sand Pagoda Building - Water Fight & Foam Party at the main pool - Thai Food Street featuring local specialities Monday, 13 April 2026 09:00 – 15:00 hrs. At Poolside, Angsana Laguna Phuket Capacity is limited to 100 spots. Secure your place in this immersive celebration of renewal and prosperity. www.angsana.com/thailand/laguna-phuket/songkran-festival-in-phuket
How football stars are fuelling chess boom
How football stars are fuelling chess boom
FOOTBALL: Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah are among the Premier League stars “addicted” to chess, helping to spark a surge in the game’s popularity among younger people.
Cambodian lawmakers approve anti-cybercrime law
Cambodian lawmakers approve anti-cybercrime law
PHNOM PENH: Fraudsters running cyberscam operations in Cambodia could face life in prison after the Senate approved a new law on Friday (Apr 3) targeting criminals involved in the multibillion-dollar illicit industry.
Phuket water reserves hold steady
Phuket water reserves hold steady
PHUKET: Phuket officials have reaffirmed that the island’s water supply remains sufficient despite dry-season pressures, with proactive measures in place to manage potential shortages and rainfall expected to return later this month.
Proposal for regional tourism network
Proposal for regional tourism network
BANGKOK: Thai tourism should ramp up its targets in six potential markets reachable via six-hour flights to mitigate the impact of the oil crisis, while leveraging 12 million outbound travellers to foster two-way tourism that benefits all markets, according to the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).