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Phuket Airport defends use of Singapore buildings to highlight Sino-Portuguese architecture
Phuket Airport defends use of Singapore buildings to highlight Sino-Portuguese architecture
PHUKET: Airports of Thailand management at Phuket International Airport (AoT Phuket) has issued a clarification regarding the use of architectural images displayed inside the airport’s domestic passenger terminal, following public concern over photos shared online.  
Cabinet refuses to abolish capital punishment
Cabinet refuses to abolish capital punishment
BANGKOK: The Cabinet rejected a proposal by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) seeking to abolish the death penalty in Thailand yesterday (Dec 17), according to deputy government spokesman Kharom Polpornklang.
SOS launch ‘Food Bank’ initiative in Phuket
SOS launch ‘Food Bank’ initiative in Phuket
PHUKET: Chatuphon Rojanaphanich, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, was in Phuket yesterday (Dec 17) to officially launch the ‘Food Conservation Project: Developing Food Banks’ project, organised by the Scholars of Sustenance Foundation (SOS Thailand).
Kunlavat and Panipak rule SAT awards
Kunlavat and Panipak rule SAT awards
SPORTS: Badminton player Kunlavut Vitidsarn and taekwondo star Panipak Wongpattanakit were named the best male and female amateur athletes of the year by the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) on Monday (Dec 16).
Police launch anti-crime blitz for Christmas, New Year
Police launch anti-crime blitz for Christmas, New Year
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police Commander Pol Maj Gen Sinlert Sukhum led an event yesterday (Dec 17) to launch a crime suppression campaign in the run-up to Christmas and New Year.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Expressway project moves ahead, Hit-and-run driver surrenders to police || Dec 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Expressway project moves ahead, Hit-and-run driver surrenders to police || Dec 17
PHUKET XTRA - December 17 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Five injured as pickup wipes out, slams into tuk-tuk
Five injured as pickup wipes out, slams into tuk-tuk
PHUKET: A pickup truck with faulty brakes collided with a tuk-tuk in Kamala early this morning (Dec 17), leaving five people, including one Russian man, injured.
Judge rules against Trump bid to throw out hush money conviction
Judge rules against Trump bid to throw out hush money conviction
NEW YORK: A New York judge ruled yesterday (Dec 16) against a bid by US President-elect Donald Trump to have his conviction for covering up hush money payments to a porn star thrown out on immunity grounds.
Thailand Yachting Conference & Gala Dinner
Thailand Yachting Conference & Gala Dinner
The Thailand Yachting Conference including panel discussions followed by the kickoff party of the year The Show Gala Dinner including Pre-Dinner Drinks, 4 Courses Meal with free-flow for 3 hours with top class entertainment, live music and party until 1 AM. More Information please contact us by email: info@thailandinternationalboatshow.com
BoT under pressure to slash rates
BoT under pressure to slash rates
BANGKOK: Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavachira has reaffirmed his call for a reduction in the policy interest rate to stimulate Thai inflation.
In-form Thailand, Singapore face off in ASEAN Cup
In-form Thailand, Singapore face off in ASEAN Cup
FOOTBALL: Thailand are expecting a tough tussle in a high-stakes Group A game of the ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup against Singapore today (Dec 17).
Phuket officials spotlight motorcycle safety
Phuket officials spotlight motorcycle safety
PHUKET: Provincial officials are ramping up efforts to reduce motorcycle-related accidents across the island through a ‘Safe Motorcycle Driving District’ project.
Uzbek man wanted for passing fake US dollars at currency exchange
Uzbek man wanted for passing fake US dollars at currency exchange
PHUKET: Police are searching for an Uzbek man wanted for allegedly attempting to exchange counterfeit US dollars at a currency exchange shop in Cherng Talay.
Patty Tavatanakit, Jake Knapp win PGA-LPGA pairs title
Patty Tavatanakit, Jake Knapp win PGA-LPGA pairs title
GOLF: Thailand’s Patty Tavatanakit and American Jake Knapp birdied two of the last three holes on Sunday (Dec 15) to grab a one-stroke victory at the Grant Thornton Invitational, a PGA and LPGA pairs tournament.
Malaysia appoints Thaksin as informal ASEAN advisor
Malaysia appoints Thaksin as informal ASEAN advisor
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has appointed former premier Thaksin Shinawatra as an informal advisor when Malaysia takes up the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) next year.
Cherng Talay hit-and-run driver surrenders, faces charges
Cherng Talay hit-and-run driver surrenders, faces charges
PHUKET: The driver responsible for the fatal hit-and-run early Saturday morning (Dec 14) has surrendered to police and will face charges, Thalang Police have confirmed.
Thailand International Boat Show 2025
Thailand International Boat Show 2025
The Thailand International Boat Show 2025 A Luxury Lifestyle Event (TIBS) will take place at the award-winning Phuket Yacht Haven Marina between 9 - 12 January 2025, with over 6,000 visitors and more than 100 exhibitors expected to attend. Targeting those with an interest in boating and luxury lifestyle. Yachts of all sizes, both power and sail, will be on display in-the-water ranging from dinghies and day trippers up to superyachts. More Information please contact us by email: info@thailandinternationalboatshow.com
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Karon Beach chair debacle, Driver drags body in Phuket hit-and-run, Grenade in crowd || Dec 16
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Karon Beach chair debacle, Driver drags body in Phuket hit-and-run, Grenade in crowd || Dec 16
PHUKET XTRA - December 16 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
EXAT meets Governor over ‘Phuket Expressway’
EXAT meets Governor over ‘Phuket Expressway’
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat hosted a meeting today (Dec 16) with representatives from the Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) to discuss progress on the ‘Phuket Expressway Project’, better known among islanders as the ‘Patong Tunnel’ project and the ‘Muang Ma-Koh Kaew-Kathu Expressway’ project.
War Elephants take over top spot
War Elephants take over top spot
FOOTBALL: Patrik Gustavsson grabbed a second-half winner as defending champions Thailand edged Malaysia 1-0 at Rajamangala National Stadium on Saturday (Dec 14) for their second straight ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup Group A victory to snatch the top spot in the pool.