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Governor pushes EV buses
Governor pushes EV buses
PHUKET: Phuket is pushing ahead with plans to position itself as a clean, sustainable city, with officials promoting an expanded electric bus network offering low fares and free travel for key groups to ease the cost of living and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Phuket hosts ‘Connecting Hearts’ youth programme
Phuket hosts ‘Connecting Hearts’ youth programme
PHUKET: A new group of young participants have arrived on the island under the ‘Connecting Hearts of Thais to Southern Hearts’ programme, with officials highlighting both cultural exchange and environmental education as key pillars of the initiative.
Bhumjaithai silent on pledge for Phuket ‘Special Economic Zone’
Bhumjaithai silent on pledge for Phuket ‘Special Economic Zone’
PHUKET: The Bhumjaithai Party’s high-profile pledge to transform Phuket into a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is facing intensifying scrutiny, with critics questioning its progress, legal viability and whether the policy risks becoming another stalled reform effort.
‘Listening bars’ bloom as hottest new nightlife trend
‘Listening bars’ bloom as hottest new nightlife trend
PARIS: Not quite like a gig or going clubbing, but there’s a new night out spreading in cities around the world: an evening at a “listening bar”.
Laguna Phuket unveils sustainable, regenerative trail
Laguna Phuket unveils sustainable, regenerative trail
Laguna Phuket has announced a new 2.5-kilometre regenerative journey that will be the centrepiece of its landscape and amenities transformation, set to roll out in stages throughout 2026.
Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown
Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown
FOOTBALL: Title-chasing Manchester City face leaders Arsenal in a seismic showdown at the top of the Premier League tomorrow (Apr 19).
Phuket Immigration silent on fee increase
Phuket Immigration silent on fee increase
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration has declined to explain why it is now charging B1,000 for an official letter confirming a foreigner’s address ‒ more than double the fee that was previously charged.
Phuket eyes Hyundai partnership to drive ‘smart mobility’ push
Phuket eyes Hyundai partnership to drive ‘smart mobility’ push
PHUKET: Phuket is stepping up plans to develop an international-standard smart city, holding talks with South Korean automotive giant Hyundai on upgrading the island’s transportation system through advanced technology and innovation.
Phuket Brokers Make Waves at MYBOS
Phuket Brokers Make Waves at MYBOS
SAILING: This year’s Malaysia Boat Show (MYBOS), was made up of 25 vessels in the water and 12 exibitors ashore, with a strong and highly visible contingent from Phuket’s marine industry.
Songkran ‘Seven Dangerous Days’ ends with fewer accidents, injuries and deaths
Songkran ‘Seven Dangerous Days’ ends with fewer accidents, injuries and deaths
BANGKOK: The seven-day Songkran road safety campaign has concluded with a total of 1,242 accidents, 1,200 injuries and 242 deaths nationwide, with 10 provinces reporting zero fatalities.
Governor vows long-term waste reforms after Saphan Hin landfill fire
Governor vows long-term waste reforms after Saphan Hin landfill fire
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has pledged urgent relief for affected residents and outlined a roadmap for sustainable waste management after visiting communities impacted by the Saphan Hin landfill fire last weekend.
Bus driver arrested with meth at Tha Chatchai checkpoint
Bus driver arrested with meth at Tha Chatchai checkpoint
PHUKET: A bus driver has been arrested after police seized more than 12 grammes of crystal meth (ya ice) hidden inside a vehicle at the island’s main checkpoint.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: SONGKRAN FINAL COUNT: Fatalities in Phuket, Airport Immigration Crackdown?di || April 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: SONGKRAN FINAL COUNT: Fatalities in Phuket, Airport Immigration Crackdown?di || April 17
PHUKET XTRA - April 17 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Myanmar leader commutes all death sentences
Myanmar leader commutes all death sentences
YANGON: Myanmar’s leader commuted all death sentences in a blanket order today (Apr 17), one of his first official acts since the 2021 coup leader was installed as the country’s civilian president.
Women’s Rugby International draws record crowd
Women’s Rugby International draws record crowd
RUGBY: England omen beat Ireland women 33-12 in front of a crowd of 77,120 spectators at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham last Saturday (Apr 11) – evidence of the growth of women’s rugby that a sell-out at a stadium is not far away.
Five dead, 29 injured in Phuket Songkran road toll
Five dead, 29 injured in Phuket Songkran road toll
PHUKET: Five people were killed and 29 others injured in 32 road accidents across Phuket during the Songkran ‘Seven Days of Danger’ road safety campaign from April 10-16, officials have confirmed, as provincial authorities closed the accident prevention centre and pledged stricter controls on risky behaviour among both residents and tourists.
Tourism sector seeking clear policies
Tourism sector seeking clear policies
BANGKOK: Tourism operators have criticised the government for lacking clear policies to address the debt burden and improve the competitiveness of small and medium-sized operators.
Underwater sculptures installed at Racha Yai
Underwater sculptures installed at Racha Yai
PHUKET: A series of underwater sculptures has been successfully installed in Siam Bay off Koh Racha Yai, with officials highlighting the project as a dual effort to restore marine ecosystems and create a new draw for eco-conscious tourism.
Man, 30, found hanged in Ratsada residence
Man, 30, found hanged in Ratsada residence
PHUKET: A 30-year-old man was found dead at his home in Ratsada early this morning (Apr 17), with police finding no signs of assault.
Phuket cricket comp delivers major six appeal
Phuket cricket comp delivers major six appeal
CRICKET: The 20th Phuket International Cricket Sixes concluded in spectacular fashion at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) in Thalang recently, delivering a milestone edition of one of Asian cricket’s most cherished cricket tournaments.