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Thai firms to roll out GenAI this year
Thai firms to roll out GenAI this year
BANGKOK: Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) will reach the deployment stage for business value this year, transitioning from use in pilot projects in 2024, according to Amazon Web Services (AWS) Thailand.
Lobsters grind out vital point in tense encounter
Lobsters grind out vital point in tense encounter
FOOTBALL: New Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) coach Akarat ‘M’ Naunla-ong will find little to enthuse over in yesterday’s (Feb 22) goalless draw with Yala City FC. However, on reflection, he may well be relieved to escape with a clean sheet and a point that edges the Lobsters closer to safety.
Wichit to host ‘Safe Food Festival’ to boost local economy
Wichit to host ‘Safe Food Festival’ to boost local economy
PHUKET: Wichit Municipality will hold its 18th Safe Food Festival this coming week to help boost the grassroots economy and to promote the region’s multicultural culinary heritage.
Don’t be duped: Scam calls cost Phuket B413mn in one year
Don’t be duped: Scam calls cost Phuket B413mn in one year
PHUKET: More than 5,500 people in Phuket fell victim to scam calls and online fraud last year, with reported losses soaring to B413 million, Pol Col Kritsada Manawongsakun, Director of Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) Region 5 branch, has confirmed.
Nepal community fights to save sacred forests from cable cars
Nepal community fights to save sacred forests from cable cars
TAPLEJUNG: They appear tranquil soaring above Himalayan forests, but a string of cable car projects in Nepal have sparked violent protests, with locals saying environmental protection should trump tourism development.
Venturing into the dark
Venturing into the dark
We have had more than enough exorcism horrors and thrillers over the years but the one thing they have all lacked have been originality or the power to make their audience walk away from the cinema deep in thought.
Zhang Weili: From underdog to history maker
Zhang Weili: From underdog to history maker
MMA: Zhang Weili, the first-ever Chinese UFC world champion, proved once again why she’s among the sport’s elite fighters by successfully retaining her strawweight title in the co-main event of UFC 312 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia on Feb 9.
Rotary donates B1.9mn X-ray machine to Thalang Hospital
Rotary donates B1.9mn X-ray machine to Thalang Hospital
PHUKET: Rotary Club of Meuang Rae Phuket, known by its Rotary designation as District 3330, in collaboration with its partners, has donated a B1.9 million X-ray machine to Thalang Hospital to enhance its medical capabilities.
LGBTQIA+: Thailand celebrates with Pride
LGBTQIA+: Thailand celebrates with Pride
Celebrated by the UK in February each year, Pride History Month is a time to reflect on the struggles, victories, and ongoing journey of the LGBTQ+ community. While many associate Pride with parades and celebrations, Thailand’s LGBTQ+ history runs much deeper - shaped by cultural, political, and social movements that have gradually paved the way for greater acceptance and legal recognition.
Insurance industry forecast to increase 2-3% in 2025
Insurance industry forecast to increase 2-3% in 2025
BANGKOK: Thailand's insurance industry is projected to grow by 2-3% this year, driven by increasing public awareness of rising medical inflation, an ageing society and the extension of the health insurance coverage age to 80, says the Thai Life Assurance Association (TLAA).
Phuket calls for change in government procurement pricing policy
Phuket calls for change in government procurement pricing policy
PHUKET: Phuket officials have urged the Comptroller General’s Department to adjust the median price for government procurement in the province, citing concerns that current rates discourage contractors and lead to project abandonment.  
Phuket Andaman FC appoint new manager
Phuket Andaman FC appoint new manager
FOOTBALL: Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) have moved swiftly to appoint a new manager following the departure of Coach Tum, Phuwanart Saengsri.
Thai Immigration biometric system no longer functioning
Thai Immigration biometric system no longer functioning
BANGKOK: The Immigration Bureau failed to collect the biometric data of about 17 million travellers who entered and exited Thailand last year after the system reached its maximum capacity, according to People’s Party deputy leader Rangsiman Rome.
‘Recreational forest’ change allows vendors at Freedom Beach
‘Recreational forest’ change allows vendors at Freedom Beach
PHUKET: Businesses and small vendors will be allowed to operate on an area of more than 41 rai at Freedom Beach that has been reclassified by the Royal Forest Department as ‘Recreational Forest’.
Australian tourists arrested for bag-snatching in Rawai
Australian tourists arrested for bag-snatching in Rawai
PHUKET: Chalong Police have arrested two Australian tourists for snatching belongings from other foreign tourists in Rawai.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Battle against Phuket forest fire, Police bike crash, Sustainable projects for Phuket || Feb 21
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Battle against Phuket forest fire, Police bike crash, Sustainable projects for Phuket || Feb 21
PHUKET XTRA - February 21 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Chinese tourists arrested in Phuket gambling raid
Chinese tourists arrested in Phuket gambling raid
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police have arrested 13 Chinese tourists in connection with an illegal gambling operation in Phuket Town involving Chinese nationals and local Thai support.
Arab leaders gather in Saudi Arabia to hash out Gaza plan
Arab leaders gather in Saudi Arabia to hash out Gaza plan
RIYADH: Arab leaders were gathering in Saudi Arabia today (Feb 21) to hammer out a recovery plan for Gaza aimed at countering President Donald Trump’s proposal for US control of the territory and the expulsion of its people.
Kamala wastewater hits agenda as Phuket hosts ‘Andaman Sustainable Tourism Forum’
Kamala wastewater hits agenda as Phuket hosts ‘Andaman Sustainable Tourism Forum’
PHUKET: The Assistant Minister of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE), Naraphat Kaewthong, during his visit to Phuket yesterday (Feb 20) saw firsthand the black water flowing in the main canal in Kamala, which empties out across Kamala beach and into the sea.
Southern hemisphere rugby kicks off
Southern hemisphere rugby kicks off
RUGBY: During the Six Nations rest week last weekend (Feb 14-16), Super Rugby kicked off in the southern hemisphere with teams from New Zealand and Australia competing for first-round victories.