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Hanuman reef statue damaged by monsoon
Hanuman reef statue damaged by monsoon
PHUKET: Local officials have issued a safety warning ordering divers to stay away from the recently installed Hanuman underwater sculpture site at Koh Racha Yai after part of the structure collapsed during the current monsoon season.
Officials move to calm Patong nightlife operators after extortion protest
Officials move to calm Patong nightlife operators after extortion protest
PHUKET: Phuket officials have moved to ease concerns among Patong entertainment venue operators following last week’s protest over alleged extortion and delays in entertainment licence approvals, insisting that authorities are acting lawfully and transparently while accelerating efforts to resolve licensing issues.
Russians called to respect Phuket
Russians called to respect Phuket
PHUKET: Renowned Muay Thai and MMA training camp Tiger Muay Thai in Chalong has called on its Russian members to send a clear, positive message to Russian visitors causing problems through anti-social behaviour.
Child abuse case investigated in Kathu
Child abuse case investigated in Kathu
PHUKET: Kathu Municipality officials and child welfare authorities have intervened in a child abuse case involving allegations that a child was physically assaulted by the stepfather, with police now investigating the matter.
Patong woman arrested for online scam ‘mule accounts’
Patong woman arrested for online scam ‘mule accounts’
PHUKET: A 38-year-old woman wanted on three fraud-related arrest warrants was arrested in Patong after allegedly allowing her bank accounts to be used by online scammers targeting victims through Facebook sales schemes.
Phuket celebrates 13th Baba Wedding Ceremony
Phuket celebrates 13th Baba Wedding Ceremony
PHUKET: Phuket’s century-old Baba-Peranakan wedding traditions were brought to life in Phuket Old Town yesterday (May 17) as couples in elaborate traditional attire took part in the 13th Phuket Baba Wedding Ceremony.
CCTV trail leads Chalong Police to suspect in two theft cases
CCTV trail leads Chalong Police to suspect in two theft cases
PHUKET: Chalong Police have arrested a suspect linked to two theft cases in Chalong after tracing his movements through CCTV footage and a motorcycle he allegedly abandoned at the scene.
Senate committee pushes Phuket marine infrastructure upgrade
Senate committee pushes Phuket marine infrastructure upgrade
PHUKET: The Senate Committee on Tourism and Sports visited Phuket on Friday (May 15) to accelerate solutions to key marine tourism infrastructure issues as Thailand moves ahead with plans to position itself as an ASEAN cruise hub.
Rawai cracks Phuket’s coconut waste problem
Rawai cracks Phuket’s coconut waste problem
PHUKET: Rawai Municipality is ramping up its efforts to tackle Phuket’s growing waste problem by turning discarded coconut husks from tourist beaches into eco-friendly fertiliser and community income opportunities.
Phuket pushes stronger family networks through ‘Family Vaccine’ project
Phuket pushes stronger family networks through ‘Family Vaccine’ project
PHUKET: Phuket officials have launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening family relationships and social welfare networks across the island, with more than 220 participants joining the province’s ‘2026 Family Day, Family Assembly and Women’s Assembly’ event held earlier this week.
Officials review troubled B140mn The Park Khao Lak project
Officials review troubled B140mn The Park Khao Lak project
PHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Mr Suwit Phansengiam chaired a meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall this week to review audit findings into the development and management of The Park Khao Lak project in Phang Nga, following mounting online criticism over the condition and use of the beachfront tourism site.
Weather warning to remain in effect
Weather warning to remain in effect
PHUKET: A weather warning issued for Phuket will remain in effect through Monday (May 18), with authorities urging residents and tourists to stay alert for flash floods, landslides, flooding and dangerous sea conditions as heavy rain and strong winds are forecast across the island.
Phuket Games encourages a healthier lifestyle for all
Phuket Games encourages a healthier lifestyle for all
ALL SPORTS: A major sports and recreation event encouraging Phuket residents to pursue a healthier and more active lifestyle took place recently and is scheduled to finish tomorrow (May 17).
Brit arrested over providing gun for Patong cartel killing
Brit arrested over providing gun for Patong cartel killing
PHUKET: A British man accused of supplying the firearm used in the fatal shooting of an Iraqi national in Patong earlier this year has been arrested in Pattaya, police have confirmed.
Phuket pushes sustainable living vision through public-private partnership
Phuket pushes sustainable living vision through public-private partnership
PHUKET: Phuket is positioning itself as a future model city for sustainable living through closer collaboration between government agencies, businesses and international partners, Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn said at a sustainability-focused networking event held in Thalang on Thursday (May 14).
‘Two-Coast’ plan to make Phuket regional cruise hub
‘Two-Coast’ plan to make Phuket regional cruise hub
PHUKET: Thailand is aiming to position itself as Southeast Asia’s leading cruise hub under a new ‘Two-Coast Strategy’ unveiled at a major tourism forum in Phuket on Thursday (May 14).
Phuket pushes AI use in government administration
Phuket pushes AI use in government administration
PHUKET: Local officials are pushing ahead with the use of artificial intelligence in government administration, with provincial officers this week attending a workshop aimed at improving public services and reducing paperwork delays through AI technology.
Phuket Town shrine faces encroachment complaint
Phuket Town shrine faces encroachment complaint
PHUKET: An iconic Chinese shrine in Phuket Town is facing the prospect of demolishing or relocating structures after officials confirmed a land encroachment complaint involving neighbouring property boundaries.
Savannah shines at national swim comp
Savannah shines at national swim comp
SWIMMING: Phuket has a new star in the pool after young Savannah Hamilton shone at a recent national swimming competition in Bangkok, bringing back home two medals in the process.
Minister orders Nui Beach access restored
Minister orders Nui Beach access restored
PHUKET: Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Suchart Chomklin has ordered officials to reclaim public land at Nui Beach within one week, declaring that no person or group has the right to block access to the beach or charge entrance fees.