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Turtle tangled in fishing net rescued at Karon Beach
Turtle tangled in fishing net rescued at Karon Beach
PHUKET: Marine officials rescued an endangered sea turtle after it was found entangled in a discarded fishing net on Karon Beach yesterday (June 20).
Phuket readies for Kamala tsunami drill
Phuket readies for Kamala tsunami drill
PHUKET: Wichit Sutthaso, Chief of the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket) has confirmed that the full-scale tsunami drill to be held in kamala this month will be held next Friday (June 27).
Phuket seminar raises concerns raised over criminal procedure amendments
Phuket seminar raises concerns raised over criminal procedure amendments
PHUKET: Senior police, legal experts and members of the public gathered in Phuket this week for a Royal Thai Police seminar to hear opinions on a draft bill to amend the Criminal Procedure Code ‒ legislation proposed by the People's Party that would give prosecutors more oversight over police investigations.
Officials seek solutions to domestic violence in Phuket
Officials seek solutions to domestic violence in Phuket
PHUKET: A total of 38 domestic violence cases were recorded in Phuket in 2024, with the majority of victims being women, according to figures released by the Phuket office of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS).
Phuket Peranakan Festival gets underway
Phuket Peranakan Festival gets underway
PHUKET: Drivers are being advised to steer clear of Phuket Old Town on Saturday evening (June 21) as the vibrant annual Phuket Peranakan Festival takes over the city with a colourful street parade and cultural celebrations.
Phuket scrambles to contain cannabis fallout
Phuket scrambles to contain cannabis fallout
PHUKET: Local officials and business leaders in Phuket are calling for urgent action to rein in the island’s sprawling cannabis problem, warning that unchecked recreational use is beginning to drive away family tourists and damage the province’s international image.
Their Majesties honour family of slain Phuket soldier with gift basket
Their Majesties honour family of slain Phuket soldier with gift basket
PHUKET: Their Majesties the King and Queen have extended their condolences and graciously sent a gift basket to the family of Private First Class (PFC) Pakom Suden, the Phuket soldier who was killed while on patrol in Thailand’s Deep South earlier this week.
Wichit Police train to contain violent offenders
Wichit Police train to contain violent offenders
PHUKET: Officers  from Wichit Police carried out a tactical training exercise yesterday (June 19) to boost their readiness in handling violent or mentally unstable offenders.
Officials demand B12mn over cargo ship reef damage
Officials demand B12mn over cargo ship reef damage
PHUKET: Thai authorities are seeking B12 million in compensation from the owners of a Myanmar cargo ship that ran aground near the Surin Islands and caused extensive damage to coral reefs.
Phuket punts for 'cannabis zones'
Phuket punts for 'cannabis zones'
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has announced that plans are in motion to have local authorities regulate where and when cannabis may be sold and consumed across the island, following a slew of complaints about the impact on local residents and tourists.
Phuket Job Fair puts more than 1,500 jobs up for grabs
Phuket Job Fair puts more than 1,500 jobs up for grabs
PHUKET: More than 1,500 job vacancies were on offer at the ‘Phuket Job Fair 2025’ yesterday (June 18), giving job seekers in the province an opportunity to meet employers directly and secure employment across a wide range of industries.
German ‘City Lab’ eyes ‘green’ solutions for Phuket transport
German ‘City Lab’ eyes ‘green’ solutions for Phuket transport
PHUKET: A new phase of the Thai-German cooperation project on energy, transportation, and climate change has kicked off in Phuket, with the launch of the ‘City Lab’ initiative aimed at developing sustainable solutions to urban mobility.
PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has allocated more than B2.7 million for three key projects aimed at strengthening the province’s agricultural and local economic sectors under its 2025 development plan.
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PHUKET: Thailand’s Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra has praised Phuket-born Suchata Chuangsri, better known as “Nong Opal,” after she became the first Thai woman in history to win the Miss World crown.
Phuket splurges B500k on pineapple, durian promotion
Phuket splurges B500k on pineapple, durian promotion
PHUKET: A budget of B503,300 has been spent on staging a ‘Charm of Phuket Durian & Pineapple’ event, aimed at promoting local agricultural products and linking them with tourism to boost income for local farmers.
Date changed for Phuket tsunami drill
Date changed for Phuket tsunami drill
PHUKET: Wichit Sutthaso, Chief of the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket), has confirmed that the tsunami drill to be held in Kamala this month will be held on June 27*.
Laguna Phuket Marathon proves as popular as ever
Laguna Phuket Marathon proves as popular as ever
MARATHON: More than 7,000 competitors from over 71 different countries joined in the 19th Laguna Phuket Marathon at the weekend (June 14-15).
Phuket marks World Blood Donor Day
Phuket marks World Blood Donor Day
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat led an event on Saturday (June 14) to commemorate World Blood Donor Day 2025, where individuals and organisations were honoured for their contributions to saving lives through blood donations.
Turtles released at Mai Khao ahead of World Sea Turtle Day
Turtles released at Mai Khao ahead of World Sea Turtle Day
PHUKET: A major conservation event was held at Sirinat National Park on Phuket’s Mai Khao Beach on Saturday (June 14), with dozens of sea turtles released back into the Andaman Sea as part of a Big Cleaning Day activity led by senior judiciary officials, conservationists and community members.
Russian woman arrested for illegally providing medical treatments
Russian woman arrested for illegally providing medical treatments
PHUKET: A 33-year-old Russian woman has been arrested in Phuket after allegedly offering illegal medical treatments, including drug injections, without a license.