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Phuket marine life research centre gets push
Phuket marine life research centre gets push
PHUKET: The Chairman of the Advisory Council to the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Jitpas Tan Kridakorn, visited Phuket on Friday (Dec 5) to review key marine research and conservation work in the Andaman Sea, and to accelerate progress on the planned Thai Marine Life Museum.
Red Cross Fair tickets on sale with B1.6mn Fortuner as top prize
Red Cross Fair tickets on sale with B1.6mn Fortuner as top prize
PHUKET: Tickets for the Phuket Red Cross Society’s annual lucky draw are now on sale ahead of the popular Red Cross Fair and New Year festivities set to return to Saphan Hin from Dec 29, 2025 to Jan 6, 2026.
Biennale Baht: B59mn poured into Phuket push to become arts hub
Biennale Baht: B59mn poured into Phuket push to become arts hub
PHUKET: Phuket’s hosting of the Thailand Biennale 2025 will cost taxpayers nearly B59 million, according to official budget documents, as the island launched the five-month contemporary arts festival last Saturday (Nov 29).
Phuket orders traffic plan for EDC Thailand
Phuket orders traffic plan for EDC Thailand
PHUKET: Officials have instructed police to begin preparing traffic-control measures ahead of next month’s Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC Thailand), with daily crowds expected to reach up to 200,000 people at the new Rhythm Park venue in Cherng Talay.
Aquatic animals released in tribute to King Bhumibol
Aquatic animals released in tribute to King Bhumibol
PHUKET: Provincial officials, local leaders and volunteers gathered at the Phuket Coastal Aquaculture Research and Development Center in Thepkrasattri, Thalang, yesterday (Dec 5) to take part in a coastal restoration activity honouring the birthday anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, which is also marked as Father’s Day, Thailand National Day and World Soil Day.
Phuket officials pay homage to King Bhumibol
Phuket officials pay homage to King Bhumibol
PHUKET: Provincial officials, local leaders and members of the public gathered at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (Dec 5) to honour the birthday anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, which is also observed nationwide as Thailand National Day and Father’s Day.
Phuket year-end waste surges
Phuket year-end waste surges
PHUKET: Governor Nirat Phongsitthaworn has called an urgent meeting of all 19 local administrative organisations as Phuket faces a sharp rise in waste volumes that is expected to overwhelm the island’s central disposal facilities by the end of the year.
‘Moon Calendar’ takes shape at Laem Phromthep
‘Moon Calendar’ takes shape at Laem Phromthep
PHUKET: Installation of a major international artwork at Promthep Cape is now well underway, with officials yesterday (Dec 4) inspecting progress on ‘Moon Calendar’, a contemporary sculpture by South African artist Nolan Oswald Dennis.
Thailand thrash Timor-Leste in SEA Games opener
Thailand thrash Timor-Leste in SEA Games opener
FOOTBALL: Thailand’s U23 men’s football team hammered Timor-Leste 6-1 to get their SEA Games campaign off to the perfect start on Wednesday (Dec 3).
Phuket honours King Bhumibol with reminders of his legacy
Phuket honours King Bhumibol with reminders of his legacy
PHUKET: People across Thailand are today (Dec 5) paying respects to the memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great on his birthday, which is also observed nationwide as Father’s Day and National Day. Government offices are closed as the country marks the occasion with merit-making and remembrance ceremonies.
Bang Tao condo project faces corruption investigation
Bang Tao condo project faces corruption investigation
PHUKET: Suwat Saowaran, Director of the National Anti-Corruption Commission Phuket office (NACC Phuket), has confirmed to The Phuket News that his office has been formally requested to investigate the construction of a condo project* in Cherng Talay.
Phuket buyers allege B100mn pool-villa fraud
Phuket buyers allege B100mn pool-villa fraud
PHUKET: A group of Phuket residents has sought legal intervention from the Campaigning to Reclaim Social Justice Foundation (CRSJ Foundation) after collectively losing more than B100 million in what they say is a major pool-villa development scam involving a network of Phuket property companies.
Phuket mobilises more support for the South
Phuket mobilises more support for the South
PHUKET: Phuket authorities, community groups and volunteers are continuing their wide-ranging relief effort to support residents affected by severe flooding in Hat Yai and other southern districts, with more than 60 personnel and over 1,000 relief bags now on their way to the devastated areas.
Security checks continue under ‘Phuket 120 Days Nonstop’ campaign
Security checks continue under ‘Phuket 120 Days Nonstop’ campaign
PHUKET: Officers from Thalang District Office carried out coordinated security inspections and roadside checks in Pa Klok last night (Dec 2) as part of the ongoing provincial ‘Phuket 120 Days Nonstop’ campaign aimed at suppressing crime, drugs, illegal activities and other social-order offences.
Image asia / Class Act Media score another APAC Insider award
Image asia / Class Act Media score another APAC Insider award
PHUKET: Image asia / Class Act Media has been voted ‘Best Radio & Online News Media Company 2025 ‒ Thailand’ in the UK-based APAC Insider South East Asia Business Awards, marking another milestone for one of Phuket’s leading media groups.
‘Amazing’ breakthrough for Poosit
‘Amazing’ breakthrough for Poosit
GOLF: Thailand’s Poosit Supupramai made a brilliant birdie on the par-four 18th to win the inaugural Bharath Classic 2025 Gujarat on Sunday (Nov 30), breathing a huge sigh of relief after recording his maiden victory on the Asian Tour.
Her Majesty the Queen arrives for Phuket King’s Cup Regatta
Her Majesty the Queen arrives for Phuket King’s Cup Regatta
PHUKET: Her Majesty the Queen arrived in Phuket early this morning (Dec 2) to take part in the prestigious 37th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta, joining the ‘Vayu’ team in the IRC Zero class as both helmsman and navigator during the long-distance race.
Patong marks World AIDS Day
Patong marks World AIDS Day
PHUKET: Patong Municipality launched its World AIDS Day 2025 campaign last night (Dec 1) with a public awareness walk along Bangla Rd, highlighting growing concern over rising HIV infections in the district and across Phuket.
Thalang drug raids net ice, more than 1,100 pills of meth
Thalang drug raids net ice, more than 1,100 pills of meth
PHUKET: Thalang Police have arrested two men and seized more than 1,100 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) as well as more than 80 grammes of crystal meth in coordinated operations carried out yesterday (Dec 1).
Air France launches Paris-Phuket service
Air France launches Paris-Phuket service
PHUKET: Phuket’s tourism sector received a significant boost with the arrival of Air France’s inaugural Paris-Phuket flight on Friday (Nov 28), part of the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s (TAT) Airline Focus strategy to expand long-haul connectivity and attract higher-spending European visitors.