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Police press charges over Nui Beach violence
Police press charges over Nui Beach violence
PHUKET: Chalothorn ‘Boy’ Chotpanang, the man at the centre of the violent assault at Nui Beach last Thursday (May 23), has been charged, police have confirmed.
TAT ‘Phuket Luxclusive’ project targets sustainability
TAT ‘Phuket Luxclusive’ project targets sustainability
PHUKET: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket Office is hoping its ‘Phuket Luxclusive’ project will help raise international competitiveness standards of local tourism operators.
GSB project aims to keep Phuket market vendors clear of loan sharks
GSB project aims to keep Phuket market vendors clear of loan sharks
PHUKET: The Phuket City Municipality Fresh Market 2 in Phuket Town has been designated one of 18 fresh markets in the country to be part of an initiative by the Government Savings Bank (GSB) to help support incomes of those in the fresh produce industry, and keep them clear of loan sharks.
Phuket Kusoldharm Foundation serves up scholarships, rice donations
Phuket Kusoldharm Foundation serves up scholarships, rice donations
PHUKET: The Phuket Kusoldharm Foundation held an event at their headquarters on Saturday (May 25) to distribute scholarships and donate rice to local schools/
Fitness events confirmed to honour His Majesty the King’s birthday
Fitness events confirmed to honour His Majesty the King’s birthday
FITNESS: Phuket officials have confirmed a series of fitness-themed events incorporating walking, running and cycling as part of nationwide celebrations to mark His Majesty the King’s upcoming birthday.
Bangku underpass to close for repairs
Bangku underpass to close for repairs
PHUKET: The Phuket Highways Office has confirmed that the underpass at the Bang Ku intersection will be closed this evening (May 25) into early tomorrow.
B2mn paid in compensation following Kathu road deaths
B2mn paid in compensation following Kathu road deaths
PHUKET: Sophon Suwannarat, the Governor of Phuket province, oversaw the ceremony to hand compensations to the families of a man and woman killed in a horrific road accident in front of Phuket Tiger Kingdom.
Public invited to join holy Buddhist water ceremony for HM’s Birthday
Public invited to join holy Buddhist water ceremony for HM’s Birthday
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has invited the public to join a formal ceremony to draw water from a sacred well at Wat Chalong to be used during the royal celebrations to mark the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s 6th Cycle (72 years) Birthday on July 28.
Phuket prepares for royal ordination project in honour of HM The King’s birthday
Phuket prepares for royal ordination project in honour of HM The King’s birthday
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat presided over a meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (May 23) to prepare for the royal celebrations of His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday on July 28. 
Thailand International Boat Show moves to Yacht Haven
Thailand International Boat Show moves to Yacht Haven
PHUKET: The 2025 edition of the ‘Thailand International Boat Show A Luxury Lifestyle Event’ will take place at Phuket Yacht Haven from Jan 9-12, organisers have confirmed
Running event to mark Guan Yu Shrine anniversary
Running event to mark Guan Yu Shrine anniversary
RUNNING: Officials have confirmed that a running event open to the public is being organised to coincide with celebrations of the 139th anniversary of the Guan Yu Shrine in Ban Na Bon.
Phuket Senator applications roll in
Phuket Senator applications roll in
PHUKET: More than 240 people have submitted registered their candidacy to be selected as the next senator representing Phuket.
B5bn Phuket ‘international medical center’ still waiting on budget
B5bn Phuket ‘international medical center’ still waiting on budget
PHUKET: Phuket is still waiting for budget approval to move ahead with the much-touted ‘International Andaman Health Center’ to be built at Mai Khao.
Phuket prepares for Peranakan Festival 2024
Phuket prepares for Peranakan Festival 2024
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has confirmed that the annual ‘Phuket Peranakan Festival’ this year will be held from June 21-23.
Tourist Police boss pushes Phuket road safety drive
Tourist Police boss pushes Phuket road safety drive
PHUKET: National Tourist Police Commander Pol Lt Gen Saksira Phueakum visited Phuket yesterday (May 20) to stress the importance of ensuring foreigners have valid driver’s licenses and that car and motorbike rental operators comply with all legal requirements.
Large yacht catches fire off Koh Lone
Large yacht catches fire off Koh Lone
PHUKET: A large yacht moored off Koh Lone, in Chalong Bay, suffered extensive damage after it caught fire this afternoon (May 20).
Visakha Bucha holiday brings alcohol ban
Visakha Bucha holiday brings alcohol ban
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration and other government offices will be closed on Wednesday (May 22) as the nation celebrates the major Buddhist holiday Visakha Bucha Day
Bangla stabbing suspects arrested
Bangla stabbing suspects arrested
PHUKET: Patong Police have arrested three men for the stabbing of a British tourist on Bangla Rd early Friday morning (May 18).
Hundreds brave rain for ‘Phukethon 2024 Run Fiesta’
Hundreds brave rain for ‘Phukethon 2024 Run Fiesta’
PHUKET: The iconic streets of Phuket Town came alive this weekend as more than 500 runners from across Thailand and around the world participated in the highly anticipated Phukethon 2024 Run Fiesta.
Illegal jet-skis, ‘jet cars’ targeted in Yamu crackdown
Illegal jet-skis, ‘jet cars’ targeted in Yamu crackdown
PHUKET: A multi-agency task force has fined jet-ski operators for operating illegal jet-skis in Yamu Bay and the area off Ao Por, including Koh Rang, Koh Rang Noi and Naka Island, off the east coast of Phuket.