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Man survives fall from bypass pedestrian bridge
Man survives fall from bypass pedestrian bridge
PHUKET: A 41-year-old man was left seriously injured after falling from a pedestrian overpass opposite Big C Phuket on the bypass road this morning (May 26).
Ao Kung coral, mangrove damage claims intensify
Ao Kung coral, mangrove damage claims intensify
PHUKET: Fresh environmental concerns have emerged over the proposed Ao Kung marina development in Pa Khlok after Phuket MP Somchart Techathavorncharoen released images showing red coral and gorgonian sea fans in the bay and alleged that nearby mangrove forests are being deliberately poisoned and destroyed.
Democrats launch AI platform to fight graft
Democrats launch AI platform to fight graft
BANGKOK: The Democrat Party has launched “Song Rat” (scan the state), an AI-based platform designed to detect irregularities in government projects, starting with procurement linked to artificial intelligence initiatives.
People’s Party calls for overhaul of Elite Card
People’s Party calls for overhaul of Elite Card
BANGKOK: The People’s Party (PP) has called for a comprehensive review of Thailand’s long-term visa schemes and the Thailand Elite Card programme, warning that regulatory loopholes are being exploited by grey capital and transnational criminal networks. 
Phuket college launches Thai-Korean AI youth exchange initiative
Phuket college launches Thai-Korean AI youth exchange initiative
PHUKET: Phuket Vocational College has partnered with South Korean education networks on a major initiative aimed at using artificial intelligence (AI) and international collaboration to equip young people with skills for the future global workforce.
China launches crewed space flight as part of Moon ambitions
China launches crewed space flight as part of Moon ambitions
BEIJING: China launched its crewed Shenzhou-23 spacecraft and eased it into a successful docking with a space station early yesterday (May 25) as part of Beijing’s ambitions to send humans to the Moon by 2030, state media said.
Phuket pushes campaign efforts for World Anti-Drug Day
Phuket pushes campaign efforts for World Anti-Drug Day
PHUKET: Phuket officials are stepping up anti-drug efforts ahead of this year’s World Anti-Drug Day, with coordinated campaigns, public awareness drives and surprise drug testing of local administrative leaders across the island.
Thais stage walkout, lose World Cup takraw final
Thais stage walkout, lose World Cup takraw final
SEPAK TAKRAW: Thailand’s bid for a third successive ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup ended in chaos on Saturday (May 23) when the men’s team regu, the on-court trio, staged a dramatic walkout in Kuala Lumpur, handing hosts Malaysia the trophy amid furious protests over refereeing decisions.
Governor launches health checks for residents near landfill
Governor launches health checks for residents near landfill
PHUKET: More than 200 residents living near Phuket’s main garbage disposal centre are to receive comprehensive health screenings under a new provincial initiative launched yesterday (May 25), amid ongoing concerns over pollution, foul odours and disease-carrying insects affecting nearby communities.
AI growth puts 8.7mn Thai jobs at risk
AI growth puts 8.7mn Thai jobs at risk
BANGKOK: Nearly 9 million workers could potentially be affected by generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), according to estimates by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).
Thais join efforts to rescue seven trapped in Laos cave
Thais join efforts to rescue seven trapped in Laos cave
VIENTIANE: Cave rescue experts from Thailand who aided the dramatic 2018 retrieval of a youth football team joined efforts yesterday (May 25) to extract seven people trapped in a flooded cave for five days in neighbouring Laos, Laotian state media said.
Phuket ramps up flood prevention works
Phuket ramps up flood prevention works
PHUKET: Municipalities across the island are stepping up flood prevention measures ahead of the peak rainy season, with officials warning that heavy rainfall in July and August could trigger severe flooding in key economic and tourism areas.
Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism-PHIST 2026
Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism-PHIST 2026
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Senate Panel Backs Phuket Autonomy Proposal, Phuket Prison Park Almost Done || May 25
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Senate Panel Backs Phuket Autonomy Proposal, Phuket Prison Park Almost Done || May 25
PHUKET XTRA - May 25 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Four in a row for Antonelli after victory in Canada
Four in a row for Antonelli after victory in Canada
FORMULA ONE: Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli continued his spectacular early-season romp yesterday (May 24) when he claimed his fourth straight win for Mercedes to extend his lead in the drivers world championship to 43 points in a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix.
Singha heir sexual abuse allegations ignite rare public reckoning
Singha heir sexual abuse allegations ignite rare public reckoning
BANGKOK: A high-profile alleged sexual abuse case within a wealthy Thai beer brewing family has prompted a wave of painful accounts from survivors of unconnected abuse in the conservative country.
Ratchanok wins Malaysia Masters
Ratchanok wins Malaysia Masters
BADMINTON: Ratchanok Intanon turned back the clock as the Thai star claimed her third Malaysia Masters title in Kuala Lumpur yesterday (May 24).
RFD orders demolition of 11 illegal structures at Nui Beach
RFD orders demolition of 11 illegal structures at Nui Beach
PHUKET: The Royal Forest Department (RFD) has ordered the demolition of 11 structures built illegally within the Nui Beach area of the Nakkered Hills National Forest Reserve in Karon, with occupants given until June 5 to vacate the land and remove all construction.
Singapore, Thai warships dock in Phuket
Singapore, Thai warships dock in Phuket
PHUKET: Three warships taking part in the annual Singapore-Thailand joint naval exercise SINGSIAM 2026 have arrived in Phuket waters during operations in the Andaman Sea.
Chinese loan sharks ‘charged 3,780% a year’
Chinese loan sharks ‘charged 3,780% a year’
BANGKOK: Thai police are hunting for five Chinese lenders who have lent to about 20,000 people through apps and charge borrowers an annual interest rate of 3,780%.