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Charter change efforts falter
Charter change efforts falter
BANGKOK: Nearly three months after a majority of voters endorsed the idea of a new constitution, the political establishment remains divided over how - or whether - genuine constitutional reform should proceed.
Phuket among targets in B200mn heroin trafficking network
Phuket among targets in B200mn heroin trafficking network
PHUKET: Phuket was among the intended destinations for more than 65 kilogrammes of heroin seized in a major crackdown on a transnational drug trafficking network involving a Nigerian man and two Thai women, police have confirmed.
Industry confidence dips amid energy price fears
Industry confidence dips amid energy price fears
BANGKOK: The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) continued to fall in April to 85.3 points, down from 88.6 in March, attributed to the impact of the prolonged US-Israeli war with Iran.
Panchaya topples 12-time champ
Panchaya topples 12-time champ
SNOOKER: Eighteen-year-old Thai prodigy Panchaya Channoi has etched her name into the sport’s history books after defeating England’s veteran champion Reanne Evans 6–2 to claim the World Women’s Snooker Championship 2026 title in Dongguan, China.
Phuket heavy rain tops 130mm
Phuket heavy rain tops 130mm
PHUKET: Heavy rain across Phuket caused minor flooding, fallen trees and traffic disruption in several areas yesterday (May 20), with officials continuing cleanup and drainage operations after rainfall totals exceeded 130 millimetres in some parts of the island.
Phuket officials transferred over Patong extortion claims
Phuket officials transferred over Patong extortion claims
PHUKET: Five senior Phuket provincial officials have been temporarily transferred from their current posts following mounting allegations of bribery and extortion linked to entertainment venue licensing in Patong.
Australian tourist found dead in Kata condo
Australian tourist found dead in Kata condo
PHUKET: An Australian tourist was found dead in a condominium room in Kata last night, with police investigating the case as a suspected drug overdose.
Ecuador arrests three Thais for iguana trafficking
Ecuador arrests three Thais for iguana trafficking
QUITO: Ecuadoran police have arrested three Thai nationals suspected of illegally trafficking 12 rare iguanas, the energy and environment ministry said yesterday (May 20).
Thai faith healer charged with rape, child abuse
Thai faith healer charged with rape, child abuse
BANGKOK: One of Thailand’s best-known faith healers has been arrested on rape and child sexual abuse charges, police said yesterday (May 20), as investigators urged other potential victims to come forward.
Austrian deported over repeated drunken disturbances
Austrian deported over repeated drunken disturbances
PHUKET: An Austrian man accused of repeatedly causing public disturbances while intoxicated in Rawai has had his visa revoked and now faces deportation, Phuket Immigration have confirmed.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand Slashes 60-Day Visa-Free Stays, Disaster Centre Opens After 10-Year Delay || May 20
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand Slashes 60-Day Visa-Free Stays, Disaster Centre Opens After 10-Year Delay || May 20
PHUKET XTRA - May 20 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Heavy rain floods roads across Phuket
Heavy rain floods roads across Phuket
PHUKET: Heavy rain and localised flooding hit several parts of Phuket today (May 20) as officials warned residents to remain cautious over the possibility of more rain and strong winds through the weekend.
Rawai man found dead at home, debt stress blamed
Rawai man found dead at home, debt stress blamed
PHUKET: A Phuket man was found dead at his home in Rawai yesterday afternoon (May 19), with police reporting that financial stress is believed to have contributed to the tragedy.
Myanmar military claims recapture of Thai border town
Myanmar military claims recapture of Thai border town
YANGON: Myanmar’s military claimed today (May 20) to have recaptured a town on the Thai border, expanding the frontier trade crossings it claims to control in the grinding civil war.
Baby rescued from locked car
Baby rescued from locked car
PHUKET: A nine-month-old baby was safely rescued after becoming trapped inside a locked car in Thalang this morning (May 20), prompting an urgent response from rescuers in Phuket.
Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after Man City draw
Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after Man City draw
FOOTBALL: Arsenal celebrated their first Premier League title for 22 years yesterday (May 19) after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth, sparking wild scenes of joy around the Emirates Stadium.
Canada Day Phuket Celebration
Canada Day Phuket Celebration
Celebrate Canada Day in Kamala! Join the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Thailand – Southern Branch for a fun, family-friendly Canada Day celebration at Devil’s Bar in Kamala. We’ll kick things off at 5:00 PM with kids’ activities, followed by a live band from 7:00 PM. Enjoy a relaxed evening of community, music, good company, and a buffet featuring a few Canadian treats. Buffet: 200 THB for adults and 100 THB for kids. All Canadians, friends of Canada, and Canadians for a day are welcome — so bring the family, wear a little red and white, and come celebrate with us! Please click through to register for the kids’ activities so we can plan accordingly.
Phuket hosts run to mark International Nurses Day
Phuket hosts run to mark International Nurses Day
RUNNING: The Phuket Provincial Nurses Association organised a special running event at Saphan Hin Park on Sunday (May 17) to mark the occasion of International Nurses Day.
Phuket officials aim to reduce road accidents
Phuket officials aim to reduce road accidents
PHUKET: Provincial officials have pledged to strengthen road safety measures across the island as authorities push to reduce accidents and fatalities in high-risk areas through closer coordination between agencies and targeted local solutions.
Cabinet approves ‘Thai Chuay Thai Plus’ co-payment scheme
Cabinet approves ‘Thai Chuay Thai Plus’ co-payment scheme
BANGKOK: The Cabinet approved the “Thai Chuay Thai Plus” (Thais Helping Thais Plus) co-payment scheme yesterday (May 19), worth up to B4,000 per registered person, to help ease the cost of living, commencing on June 1.