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Israel faces global outcry over Rafah strike that set tent city ablaze
Israel faces global outcry over Rafah strike that set tent city ablaze
RAFAH: Israel faced a wave of international condemnation yesterday (May 27) over a strike that Gaza officials said killed 45 people when it set off a fire that ripped through a tent city for displaced Palestinians.
Reckless driver fined maximum penalty
Reckless driver fined maximum penalty
PHUKET: Phuket City Police have fined a man from Bangkok B1,500 for reckless driving and obstructing traffic after his antics gained attention on local social media channels.
Local school receive new sports field and equipment
Local school receive new sports field and equipment
ALL SPORTS: Students at a local Phuket school have reason to celebrate after they were presented with a new sports field and a range of sporting equipment on Saturday (May 25).
Two jailed for burning the King’s portrait
Two jailed for burning the King’s portrait
BANGKOK: The Criminal Court yesterday (May 27) sentenced singer Chai-amorn Kaewwiboonpan, aka “Ammy The Bottom Blues”, to four years in prison and his accomplice to one year for burning His Majesty the King’s portrait and sharing a video of it in 2021.
Major power outage to hit Bang Tao, Cherng Talay
Major power outage to hit Bang Tao, Cherng Talay
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced a scheduled power outage on Wednesday (May 29) that will affect a large area in Cherng Talay stretching into the western parts of Srisoonthorn.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Charges over Nui Beach gang assault, Phuket rallies for expat boy, Fatal crashes || May 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Charges over Nui Beach gang assault, Phuket rallies for expat boy, Fatal crashes || May 27
PHUKET XTRA - May 27 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Move Forward MP gets 2 years on lese majeste charge
Move Forward MP gets 2 years on lese majeste charge
BANGKOK: The Thanyaburi Provincial Court has sentenced Move Forward Party MP Chonthicha Jangrew to two years in prison for royal defamation under Section 112 of the Criminal Code.
Le Phang Beach run promotes a healthy lifestyle
Le Phang Beach run promotes a healthy lifestyle
RUNNING: A community run was staged yesterday (May 26) at Le Phang Beach in Cherng Talay to promote the merits of a healthy lifestyle among local residents and tourists alike, organisers said.
Police press charges over Nui Beach violence
Police press charges over Nui Beach violence
PHUKET: Chalothorn ‘Boy’ Chotpanang, the man at the centre of the violent assault at Nui Beach last Thursday (May 23), has been charged, police have confirmed.
Taiwan’s president says wants to work with China after drills
Taiwan’s president says wants to work with China after drills
TAIPEI: Taiwan’s new president said yesterday (May 26) he was still ready to work with China, despite this week’s military drills around the self-ruled island.
TAT ‘Phuket Luxclusive’ project targets sustainability
TAT ‘Phuket Luxclusive’ project targets sustainability
PHUKET: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket Office is hoping its ‘Phuket Luxclusive’ project will help raise international competitiveness standards of local tourism operators.
GSB project aims to keep Phuket market vendors clear of loan sharks
GSB project aims to keep Phuket market vendors clear of loan sharks
PHUKET: The Phuket City Municipality Fresh Market 2 in Phuket Town has been designated one of 18 fresh markets in the country to be part of an initiative by the Government Savings Bank (GSB) to help support incomes of those in the fresh produce industry, and keep them clear of loan sharks.
Leclerc finally wins home Monaco Grand Prix
Leclerc finally wins home Monaco Grand Prix
FORMULA ONE: Charles Leclerc won an emotional first Monaco Grand Prix on his home streets of Monte Carlo after a massive first-lap crash suspended the race for more than 40 minutes yesterday (May 26).
Two foreigners arrested for riding noisy big bikes, profanity on Samui
Two foreigners arrested for riding noisy big bikes, profanity on Samui
KOH SAMUI: Two foreign nationals have been arrested for creating a public nuisance after riding big bikes around with very loud exhaust pipes and giving the middle finger to local residents.
Phuket Kusoldharm Foundation serves up scholarships, rice donations
Phuket Kusoldharm Foundation serves up scholarships, rice donations
PHUKET: The Phuket Kusoldharm Foundation held an event at their headquarters on Saturday (May 25) to distribute scholarships and donate rice to local schools/
Filipino man dies in Thepkrasattri bike crash
Filipino man dies in Thepkrasattri bike crash
PHUKET: A young filipino man lost his life in the early hours of yesterday morning (May 26) after he was involved in a motorcycle crash on Thepkrasattri Rd.
Police track down loan shark and enforcers
Police track down loan shark and enforcers
PHUKET: Police have confirmed they have arrested three men involved in loan shark activities who initimated the owner of a small curry stall in Srisoonthorn.
Phuket rallies for expat boy recovering after brain surgery
Phuket rallies for expat boy recovering after brain surgery
PHUKET: Members of the BCIS parent community have appealed to fellow Phuket residents for support for the Butenko family, whose son is now recovering from critical brain surgery. While the surgery and initial treatment had been covered by insurance, the post-surgery recovery is solely on the family and the support group, who are doing their best to continue the medical miracle by Thai doctors.
Phuket Globetrotter: Does travel really make a difference?
Phuket Globetrotter: Does travel really make a difference?
Aki Ra, a Cambodian child soldier in the Khmer Rouge who was taken from his family at age 5, explained: “It was normal to me… It’s what I knew.”
Fitness events confirmed to honour His Majesty the King’s birthday
Fitness events confirmed to honour His Majesty the King’s birthday
FITNESS: Phuket officials have confirmed a series of fitness-themed events incorporating walking, running and cycling as part of nationwide celebrations to mark His Majesty the King’s upcoming birthday.