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Probe launched into beach access drama
Probe launched into beach access drama
PHUKET: Local authorities have been given three days to investigate how a private company in Phuket is able to own a plot of land that is blocking access to Laem Nga Beach.
Injured woman takes macaque attack case to police
Injured woman takes macaque attack case to police
LOPBURI: A woman who was hurt when she was attacked by macaques registered a complaint with police on Friday (Mar 8) in a move to cover the cost of her medical treatment.
Blue Canyon Phuket Ladies Championship attracts top talent
Blue Canyon Phuket Ladies Championship attracts top talent
GOLF: Eleven Thai golfers will be up against some of the top KLPGA players at the inaugural Blue Canyon Ladies Championship 2024 in Phuket next weekend (Mar 15-17).
Absence of governor on problematic Phuket irks Anutin
Absence of governor on problematic Phuket irks Anutin
PHUKET: Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has expressed dissatisfaction with Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat not being on the island while Urs Fehr’s case in underway. Minister Anutin has also rejected any plan of considering an appeal from a Swiss man whose visa was revoked on grounds of posing a threat to society after an alleged assault on a Thai woman in Phuket.
Thailand braces for scorching heat
Thailand braces for scorching heat
BANGKOK: Temperatures are expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius in all regions of Thailand during this month and April, the Meteorological Department has warned.
Fehr’s visa revoked
Fehr’s visa revoked
PHUKET: The Immigration Bureau has revoked the visa of the Swiss man who allegedly kicked a Thai woman relaxing on a beach near his villa in Phuket, deeming him a threat to society.
Land bridge petition seeks House’s help
Land bridge petition seeks House’s help
BANGKOK: Conservation groups in Chumphon and Ranong have submitted a letter to four House committees calling for a probe into the government’s Land Bridge project due to what they consider the high risk of it enabling corruption.
Nominee search turns up 400 firms
Nominee search turns up 400 firms
BANGKOK: More than 400 companies in popular tourism cities tend to operate their businesses using nominees, according to the Business Development Department.
TAT survey notes spending surge
TAT survey notes spending surge
BANGKOK: Foreign tourists spent more on accommodation following the pandemic and opted for street food more than fine dining, while TikTok has gained prominence among people seeking information and inspiration for trips to the nation, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Police checks on Filipino transvestites after brawl with Thais
Police checks on Filipino transvestites after brawl with Thais
BANGKOK: Police are checking the documentation of Filipino transvestites frequenting Soi Sukhumvit 11 in Bangkok after they brawled with Thai transvestites on Monday night (Mar 4).
Prajanchai chases double-champ status
Prajanchai chases double-champ status
MMA: A champion versus champion showdown has been announced for ONE Lumpinee 58 in Bangkok.
Parks chief sued for removing reform land markers
Parks chief sued for removing reform land markers
BANGKOK: The Agricultural Land Reform Office (Alro) has stepped up pressure in its dispute with national parks chief Chaiwat Limlikhit-aksorn, moving to charge him with illegally removing markers it had placed demarcating agricultural land adjacent to Khao Yai.
Bangkok, Phuket offered as venues for Pride global summit
Bangkok, Phuket offered as venues for Pride global summit
PHUKET: Thailand will offer Phuket and Bangkok as venues for an international LGBTQ+ summit and other activities in 2028, to show the world the country’s support for gender inclusivity.
Phuket beach row spurs graft probes
Phuket beach row spurs graft probes
PHUKET: More than 500 locals and activists gathered on Yamu beach in Thalang district on Sunday (Mar 3) to condemn a Swiss man who allegedly kicked a doctor. They also demanded his expulsion from Phuket and restoration of public access to the beach where the alleged assault happened.
Alcohol control bill to include measures to promote tourism
Alcohol control bill to include measures to promote tourism
BANGKOK: The Cabinet yesterday (Mar 3) endorsed a new alcohol control bill from the Public Health Ministry but ordered it to include detailed measures to promote tourism within a week, before its legislative process starts, according to the government spokesman.
Visa-free deal sought with UAE
Visa-free deal sought with UAE
BANGKOK: Thailand will seek talks with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the possibility of both nations initiating a visa-free programme between them, said Deputy Foreign Minister Jakkapong Sangmanee upon returning from the UAE on Saturday (Mar 2).
PM still ’unhappy’ with long airport queues
PM still ’unhappy’ with long airport queues
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is still not satisfied with the handling of long queues and lengthy waits at Suvarnabhumi International Airport’s immigration control, prompting him to order officials to step up efforts to address the problem.
Surrogacy to be legalised for foreigners
Surrogacy to be legalised for foreigners
BANGKOK: Authorities are preparing to change the surrogacy law to welcome foreign couples to have surrogate babies in Thailand, according to the Department of Health Service Support.
Most people ‘disagree with graphic booze labels’
Most people ‘disagree with graphic booze labels’
BANGKOK: The vast majority of Thais do not agree with the plan to require makers of alcoholic beverages to put a graphic label on each container to warn people of the dangers of excessive drinking, a government survey shows.
Sutin defends use of ’One Map’ system
Sutin defends use of ’One Map’ system
BANGKOK: The Royal Thai Survey Department’s ‘One Map’ system will be used by the government to resolve disagreements regarding land ownership nationwide, including the dispute in Khao Yai National Park, Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang says.