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Phuket talks industry standards for currency exchanges
Phuket talks industry standards for currency exchanges
PHUKET: Phuket officials have held talks with the Thai Association of Foreign Exchange and Financial Services (TAFEXS) on raising standards in the island’s financial services sector and strengthening anti-money laundering measures to support Phuket’s tourism-driven economy.
Phuket ranks 8th for high-risk nominee businesses
Phuket ranks 8th for high-risk nominee businesses
PHUKET: Phuket has ranked eighth nationwide for the number of high-risk foreign-owned businesses suspected of operating through illegal nominee structures, according to the Department of Business Development (DBD), which has launched a nationwide crackdown on more than 6,500 entities.
Jinnaphat FC win Tekkim Cup
Jinnaphat FC win Tekkim Cup
FOOTBALL: The ever-popular Tekkim Cup football tournament was contested last month with Ranong-based Jinnaphat Football Club emerging as eventual winners.
Israeli Embassy warns citizens after Phuket crackdown
Israeli Embassy warns citizens after Phuket crackdown
PHUKET: The Israeli Embassy in Thailand has issued a warning to its citizens travelling in Phuket and elsewhere in Thailand following a renewed crackdown on foreigners violating Thai law ordered by Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn.
Anutin to inspect Bang Tao, Freedom Beach over 'mafia' death threat
Anutin to inspect Bang Tao, Freedom Beach over 'mafia' death threat
PHUKET: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is scheduled to visit Phuket today (May 10) to inspect alleged beach encroachment at Bang Tao Beach and Freedom Beach, following public calls for government action after a Phuket MP reported receiving death threats linked to his investigation into illegal land use in the area.
Phuket pushes ahead with luxury seaplane project
Phuket pushes ahead with luxury seaplane project
PHUKET: Officials and project developers have moved forward with plans for the proposed Phuket seaplane service, presenting the findings of an 11-month preliminary environmental study aimed at paving the way for water-based aircraft operations serving high-end tourists across the Andaman region.
MNRE Inspector-General visits Phuket
MNRE Inspector-General visits Phuket
PHUKET: An inspector-general from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) visited Phuket on Friday (May 8) to push forward efforts to resolve land disputes, improve tourist safety and strengthen environmental management systems across the island.
Phuket officials warn of water shortages, floods
Phuket officials warn of water shortages, floods
PHUKET: Despite heavy thundershowers hitting parts of Phuket this week, the Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) Phuket Branch has announced scheduled overnight reductions in water pressure across large parts of the island due to dwindling raw water reserves at Bang Wad Reservoir ‒ while provincial officials are simultaneously preparing for possible floods and landslides later this month.
Phuket MP pushes second-chance reforms for former prisoners
Phuket MP pushes second-chance reforms for former prisoners
PHUKET: Phuket MP Oratai Kerdsub, who represents Phuket Constituency 3, covering the the northern half of the island, has called for greater support for former prisoners reintegrating into society, warning that lack of employment opportunities and social acceptance are driving many ex-offenders back into crime.
Phuket airport departure fee rises to B1,120
Phuket airport departure fee rises to B1,120
PHUKET: International departure fees at Phuket International Airport will increase to B1,120 from June 20, following a nationwide adjustment announced by Airports of Thailand (AoT) affecting all six airports under its management.
Phuket returns to national futsal league action
Phuket returns to national futsal league action
FUTSAL: Phuket United Futsal Club has officially confirmed its participation in the national Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) Futsal Thai League 2026 following a 10-year absence.
EM-tagged thief arrested over B1.3mn Phuket safe theft
EM-tagged thief arrested over B1.3mn Phuket safe theft
PHUKET: A burglar who stole a safe containing B1.3 million in cash from a Russian homeowner in Chalong has been arrested after a week-long police investigation, despite being fitted with an electronic monitoring (EM) ankle bracelet while out on bail in another case.
Nigerian, Belgian arrested for cocaine dealing, overstay in Patong
Nigerian, Belgian arrested for cocaine dealing, overstay in Patong
PHUKET: A Nigerian man and a Belgian national have been arrested in separate sting operations in Patong for allegedly selling cocaine to undercover officers, with both also charged for overstaying their visas by more than a year.
Frenchwoman dies in Karon motorbike crash
Frenchwoman dies in Karon motorbike crash
PHUKET: A French tourist has died following a motorcycle crash on Patak Rd in Karon after the bike she was riding pillion on, driven by a Dutch national, crossed into the opposite lane and collided head-on with a van.
Patong Beach crackdown on illegal umbrellas, chairs continues
Patong Beach crackdown on illegal umbrellas, chairs continues
PHUKET: Seven people have been fined and 37 beach chairs seized during the latest multi-agency operation targeting unauthorised beach umbrella and chair operators along Patong Beach.
Three arrested in Thalang drug, firearms raids
Three arrested in Thalang drug, firearms raids
PHUKET: Three people were arrested in separate drug and firearms cases during a two-day crackdown conducted by Thalang District officials in Phuket.
New power substation opens in Kathu
New power substation opens in Kathu
PHUKET: A new high-capacity electricity substation in Kathu has been brought online to support Phuket’s rapid economic expansion, with officials describing the facility as a critical backbone for future development across the island.
Police arrest teen gang over shootings, attempted murder
Police arrest teen gang over shootings, attempted murder
PHUKET: Wichit Police have arrested a group of teenagers linked to a series of shootings across Phuket, including an attempted murder case at Laem Dinso in Wichit and a separate shooting targeting a vehicle in Kathu.
Russian arrested in Chalong for illegal fishing tours
Russian arrested in Chalong for illegal fishing tours
PHUKET: A Russian man has been arrested at sea off Chalong Bay after Phuket Tourist Police uncovered an illegal tour operation run through the Telegram messaging platform, with authorities now seeking to revoke his visa and deport him.
Foreign couple deported over Patong tuk-tuk sex act
Foreign couple deported over Patong tuk-tuk sex act
PHUKET: A foreign couple has been deported from Phuket after being caught performing an indecent act on a tuk-tuk in Patong, an incident officials say damaged the island’s tourism image.