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Tourism reform call as foreign arrivals in Thailand plunge
Tourism reform call as foreign arrivals in Thailand plunge
BANGKOK: Thailand needs to urgently address the freefall in foreign arrivals, which is more pronounced this quarter among both leisure and corporate travellers, by reforming the sector and creating new destinations, according to a former head of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Arrest warrants issued for Premchai, 16 others over SAO building collapse
Arrest warrants issued for Premchai, 16 others over SAO building collapse
BANGKOK: The Criminal Court on Thursday (May 15) approved arrest warrants for 17 people, including construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta, in connection with the collapse of the B2.1-billion State Audit Office building in Bangkok, triggered by the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in central Myanmar on Mar 28. 
Woman charged over Surin Beach encroachment
Woman charged over Surin Beach encroachment
PHUKET: A woman has been charged with illegally occupying public land at Surin Beach in Phuket as part of a major crackdown on beachfront businesses encroaching on state-owned property.
Soi Palai on alert as drunk man fires gun into sky
Soi Palai on alert as drunk man fires gun into sky
PHUKET: A 63-year-old intoxicated man was arrested after firing more than 10 gunshots into the sky, causing panic among residents in Soi Palai, Chalong, yesterday (May 15).
Burglar makes off with B300k in valuables
Burglar makes off with B300k in valuables
PHUKET: A burglar stole valuables worth more than B300,000 from a house in Thalang yesterday afternoon (May 15), prompting a police investigation.
Thai Reds to celebrate Liverpool title with Bangkok parade
Thai Reds to celebrate Liverpool title with Bangkok parade
FOOTBALL: Liverpool supporters in Thailand will stage a grand celebration marking the club’s historic 20th English top-flight title, achieved by winning the 2024-25 Premier League season, with a city-centre parade on May 25, 2025.
Drunk monk arrested in Patong
Drunk monk arrested in Patong
PHUKET: A Buddhist monk was disrobed and arrested in Patong yesterday (May 15) after being caught driving under the influence of alcohol.
PM says third phase of handout not scrapped
PM says third phase of handout not scrapped
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has given an assurance that the third phase of the government’s B10,000 handout programme will not be scrapped.
Officials reclaim public land at Surin Beach
Officials reclaim public land at Surin Beach
PHUKET: A task force led by Thalang District officials today (May 15) continued their dismantling and removal of illegal businesses along the Surin beachfront.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Driver’s snooze leads to fatal crash into high-voltage pole, Similans to close 5 months || May 15
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Driver’s snooze leads to fatal crash into high-voltage pole, Similans to close 5 months || May 15
PHUKET XTRA - May 15 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket officials ponder flood-response measures
Phuket officials ponder flood-response measures
PHUKET: While Phuket was experiencing isolated flooding in areas across the island yesterday, local officials today (May 15) held a meeting to start contending with the annual flooding that comes with each rainy season.
Phuket debt resolution fair to help thousands
Phuket debt resolution fair to help thousands
PHUKET: The Ministry of Justice has launched the second year of its nationwide initiative, the ‘Debt Resolution Fair: Creating a Path to Justice’, in Phuket, aiming to ease the financial burden on debtors and improve access to justice.
Ukraine peace talks: What are Kyiv and Moscow’s positions?
Ukraine peace talks: What are Kyiv and Moscow’s positions?
ISTANBUL: Delegations from Kyiv and Moscow are set to hold their first direct talks on the possibility of ending the war in Ukraine for more than three years.
Phuket readies for major tsunami drill
Phuket readies for major tsunami drill
PHUKET: Preparations are underway for a major national disaster response exercise in Kamala next month, with officials gathering this week to finalize plans for the simulated tsunami drill.
Architects deny changing plans at doomed tower
Architects deny changing plans at doomed tower
BANGKOK: An architectural firm involved in the construction of the collapsed State Audit Office (SAO) headquarters has denied making any revisions to the original design, amid an ongoing parliamentary investigation into the tragedy.
Van driver electrocuted after crashing into high-voltage power pole
Van driver electrocuted after crashing into high-voltage power pole
PHUKET: A van driver was killed after his vehicle crashed into a high-voltage electric pole in Wichit in the early hours of this morning (May 15), causing a fire and power outage in the area.
Phuket International Rugby 11s confirm schedule change
Phuket International Rugby 11s confirm schedule change
RUGBY: The organisers of this year’s Phuket International Rugby 11s have confirmed that the schedule for the June 6-8 torunament is to be shortened due to various factors affecting team participation.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 3 Suspects identified in early morning Bang Tao Beach stabbing || May 14
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 3 Suspects identified in early morning Bang Tao Beach stabbing || May 14
PHUKET XTRA - May 14 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Cambodia, China begin largest-ever military drills
Cambodia, China begin largest-ever military drills
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia and China began their largest-ever joint military exercises today (May 14), involving advanced Chinese military hardware including artillery, warships and robot battle dogs.
Phuket unfazed by weak Chinese market
Phuket unfazed by weak Chinese market
PHUKET: The sluggish Chinese market should have a short-term impact on Phuket as well as Thailand, as the island can attract other foreign arrivals and long-stay markets, according to Lan Kwai Fong Group, an operator of residential projects in the province.