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Phuket readies for New Year ‘Seven Days of Danger’
Phuket readies for New Year ‘Seven Days of Danger’
PHUKET: Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn yesterday (Dec 26) officially opened the Road and Maritime Accident Prevention and Reduction Operations Centre for Phuket for New Year 2026, ahead of the nationwide ‘Seven Days of Danger’ campaign.
Officials raid illegal venues in Patong, Phuket Town
Officials raid illegal venues in Patong, Phuket Town
PHUKET: Provincial officials launched coordinated late-night raids on illegal entertainment venues in Patong and Phuket Town early yesterday (Dec 26), shutting down businesses operating without permits, seizing ketamine and detaining suspects for prosecution.
Former Phuket vice governor accused of Patong land title corruption
Former Phuket vice governor accused of Patong land title corruption
PHUKET: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has ruled that a former Vice Governor of Phuket, a former Phuket Provincial Land Officer and several other officials are guilty of illegally issuing two land title deeds covering forest reserve land in Patong.
Remembrance services held for tsunami victims
Remembrance services held for tsunami victims
PHUKET: Communities across Phuket and Phang Nga held solemn ceremonies yesterday (Dec 26) to mark the 21st anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, honouring thousands of Thai and foreign victims while reinforcing the importance of disaster preparedness and resilience along Thailand’s Andaman coast.
Bangkok Hospital Phuket remembers tsunami victims
Bangkok Hospital Phuket remembers tsunami victims
PHUKET: Bangkok Hospital Phuket has marked the 21st anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami with a commemorative event highlighting the life-saving lessons learned from the disaster and reinforcing the importance of preparedness, collaboration and resilience in emergency medical care.
AMLO seizes B1.1bn superyacht in Phuket
AMLO seizes B1.1bn superyacht in Phuket
PHUKET: The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) has seized a superyacht in Phuket valued at more than B1.1 billion as part of a major crackdown on assets tied to a vast transnational scam network responsible for more than B9bn in damages.
Hungarian Ambassador talks Phuket water management, education links
Hungarian Ambassador talks Phuket water management, education links
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn welcomed Hungarian Ambassador to Thailand Dr Szilvia Szalóki on Wednesday (Dec 24) for talks aimed at strengthening cooperation in water management, investment and education as the island continues to face long-term sustainability challenges.
Merry Christmas, Phuket
Merry Christmas, Phuket
PHUKET: Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating across Phuket today. Whether marking the day with family, friends or community gatherings, the festive spirit is being enjoyed by expats, locals and visitors alike.
Officials trumpet ‘new’ Phuket Smart Pier system
Officials trumpet ‘new’ Phuket Smart Pier system
PHUKET: Phuket officials yesterday (Dec 23) rolled out another highly publicised push to promote “smart” marine safety measures, officially launching what was billed as the new Phuket Smart Pier passenger registration system – despite similar announcements being made repeatedly for years and serious fatal incidents continuing to occur in local waters.
Phuket to bid to host WorldPride 2030
Phuket to bid to host WorldPride 2030
PHUKET: Phuket is pushing ahead with preparations to host the InterPride General Meeting & World Conference 2026, with officials confirming the event will also serve as the platform for Thailand’s formal bid to host WorldPride 2030.
Brit arrested in Patong cocaine sting
Brit arrested in Patong cocaine sting
PHUKET: A British national has been arrested in Patong following a sting operation targeting cocaine sales to tourists, as officials intensify a province-wide crackdown on narcotics and criminal influences.
Phuket temple to celebrate first anniversary with major Ganesha ceremony
Phuket temple to celebrate first anniversary with major Ganesha ceremony
PHUKET: The Lord Shrimant Ganpati Bappa Devalai temple in Rawai will celebrate its first anniversary on Sunday (Dec 28), marking one year since becoming Phuket’s first major Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Ganesha and a growing symbol of Thai-Indian cultural ties.
Workshop held to tackle ‘digital violence’ against women and girls
Workshop held to tackle ‘digital violence’ against women and girls
PHUKET: Phuket authorities have launched a coordinated push to address violence against children, women and family members in the digital era, highlighting concerns over rising domestic violence and the growing impact of technology on family relationships.
New Phuket ‘Palad’ takes office
New Phuket ‘Palad’ takes office
PHUKET: Rungrueng Thimabut formally assumed his duties at the new Phuket Provincial ‘Palad’ (Chief Administrative Officer) today (Dec 22) following an order by the Ministry of Interior issued on Dec 15.
Phuket pushes ‘Zero E-Cig’ drive
Phuket pushes ‘Zero E-Cig’ drive
PHUKET: Phuket is moving ahead with its ‘Zero E-Cig’ policy as provincial authorities intensify efforts to curb the spread of e-cigarettes, strengthen law enforcement, and expand smoke-free public areas to protect both residents and tourists.
Phuket launches Red Cross 2026 fundraising drive
Phuket launches Red Cross 2026 fundraising drive
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Office, headed by Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn, has launched its annual Red Cross fundraising campaign to support disaster relief, welfare assistance and social support programmes, with almost B2.94 million in donations pledged on the opening day.
Tourism festival livens up Patong
Tourism festival livens up Patong
PHUKET: Patong is alive with colour, music and packed beachfront crowds as the 39th Phuket Tourism Season Opening Festival continues today (Dec 21), rounding off a three-day celebration aimed at boosting confidence, strengthening community ties and showcasing the island as a world-class destination for visitors during the high season.
Phuket moves to launch ‘One District, One Creative Space’
Phuket moves to launch ‘One District, One Creative Space’
PHUKET: Phuket officials have selected three districts as pilot locations for the ‘One District, One Creative Space’ initiative, a cultural development project aimed at creating new community spaces that generate income and strengthen local identity.
NACC inspects long-idle Mai Khao ‘disaster centre’ site
NACC inspects long-idle Mai Khao ‘disaster centre’ site
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC Phuket) has conducted a site visit to the long-idle government buildings in Mai Khao, Thalang, confirming that repairs are nearing completion and the complex is now expected to open as a Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Centre by February 2026 – nearly a decade after the project was first initiated.
Surin Beach vendor enforcement continues as resident voices frustration
Surin Beach vendor enforcement continues as resident voices frustration
PHUKET: Thalang District officials are continuing their stepped-up monitoring and enforcement at Surin Beach, conducting a full-day operation on Thursday (Dec 18) to control encroachment by beach umbrella operators, sunbed services, vendors and stalls deemed to cause nuisance or obstruct public use of the area.