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Phuket resident falls victim to burglary
Phuket resident falls victim to burglary
PHUKET: Thalang Police officers are currently investigating a nighttime burglary at Phanason Park Ville 3 housing estate, a major residential community in Srisoonthorn.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ex-Phuket teacher arrested, Monkey Hill checkpoint, Charges in Phuket crypto abduction || Feb 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ex-Phuket teacher arrested, Monkey Hill checkpoint, Charges in Phuket crypto abduction || Feb 2
PHUKET XTRA - Feb 2 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Two injured in pickup crash on Phuket’s bypass road
Two injured in pickup crash on Phuket’s bypass road
PHUKET: Two Thai nationals were rushed to Vachira Phuket Hospital this morning (Feb 2) after their pickup truck fell into a roadside ditch on bypass road in Rassada.
Five Russians charged for abduction, B30mn extortion in Phuket
Five Russians charged for abduction, B30mn extortion in Phuket
PHUKET: Five Russian nationals have been arrested and charged with conspiracy to abduct a Belarusian national and his wife, and extorting B30 million in cryptocurrencies from them. Police have confirmed that no harm has been done to the victims, but the culprits succeeded in making them transfer the aforementioned sum. The name of the cryptocurrency is not known, though police have revealed the exact sum in US dollars – USD 801,200.
International Women’s Day Lunch
International Women’s Day Lunch
Join us for lunch at the Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town to celebrate International Women’s Day - Everyone Everywhere can Inspire Inclusion. Engage with a community of individuals who share your commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. Draw inspiration from our speakers, share your own experiences, and exchange ideas that highlight the importance of women’s inclusion. Together, we can forge a movement that emphasizes understanding, values diversity, and promotes the empowerment of women. The IWD 2024 #InspireInclusion campaign is dedicated to creating a world where women feel a profound sense of belonging and empowerment, contributing to a more equitable and inclusive society for all. Let’s unite to inspire change and make inclusion a reality for women everywhere.
France skipper Alldritt seeks consistency in ’challenging’ Ireland Test
France skipper Alldritt seeks consistency in ’challenging’ Ireland Test
RUGBY: Consistency is key for victory in the Six Nations, France captain Gregory Alldritt argued ahead of the “massive challenge” of taking on Ireland in Marseille this evening.
Hamas gives ‘initial’ approval to Gaza truce plan as fighting drags on
Hamas gives ‘initial’ approval to Gaza truce plan as fighting drags on
GAZA: Fighting in Gaza continued into today (Feb 2) with scores reported killed overnight, after mediator Qatar said Hamas had given its “initial” approval to a hostage-prisoner exchange deal that would pause its war with Israel.
Schoolboy detained for stabbing two students in Trang
Schoolboy detained for stabbing two students in Trang
TRANG: A 14-year-old schoolboy was held for stabbing two fellow students during a brawl near their school in Yan Ta Khao district of Trang yesterday evening (Feb 1).
British teacher arrested for indecent acts on Phuket international student
British teacher arrested for indecent acts on Phuket international student
PHUKET: Thai Immigration officials have arrested a 38-year-old British man in Chiang Mai who was wanted for indecent acts with students in Phuket, where he worked at an international school.
Economy decelerates, outlook faces potential downward revision
Economy decelerates, outlook faces potential downward revision
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has disclosed the economic and financial conditions for December and the fourth quarter of 2023, reporting a slowdown in the overall expansion of the Thai economy. 
Urgent call for Type O blood as blood bank runs out of stock
Urgent call for Type O blood as blood bank runs out of stock
PHUKET: The Blood Bank at Vachira Phuket Hospital in Phuket Town is calling for donations of Type O blood, after issuing a notice late yesterday (Feb 1) marked “Most Urgent”, saying that the blood bank is out of stock of the common blood type.
‘Monkey Hill’ measures begin
‘Monkey Hill’ measures begin
PHUKET: In response to the escalating issues of macaque-related incidents at Khao Toh Sae in Phuket Town, officials yesterday (Feb 1) began their measures to clear the area of illegal vendors selling food for tourists to give macaques on the hill, and preventing tourists themselves from feeding the monkeys.
Police ready for Chinese New Year
Police ready for Chinese New Year
PHUKET: At the behest of the Phuket Governor, Phuket’s top-ranking police met yesterday (Feb 1) to discuss tourist security and safety measures ahead the Chinese New Year festival, this year from Feb 10-15.
Ishii turns focus to World Cup qualifiers
Ishii turns focus to World Cup qualifiers
FOOTBALL: The War Elephants, who had an impressive run at the on-going Asian Cup in Qatar, returned home yesterday (Feb 1) after their exit from the tournament following a 2-1 loss to Uzbekistan in the last 16 round on Tuesday.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Crypto abduction in Phuket Town, Petition filed to ban Thailand’s progressive party || Feb 1
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Crypto abduction in Phuket Town, Petition filed to ban Thailand’s progressive party || Feb 1
PHUKET XTRA - Feb 1 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Russian tourists abducted in Phuket Town, released after paying B30mn in cryptocurrency
Russian tourists abducted in Phuket Town, released after paying B30mn in cryptocurrency
PHUKET: Police have detained four suspects wanted for abducting two Russian tourists from the streets of Phuket Town last night (Jan 31). The two tourists were released only after they transferred B30 million in cryptocurrency.
Tourist declines to press charges over bus terminal restroom incident
Tourist declines to press charges over bus terminal restroom incident
PHUKET: The female tourist involved in the claim of sexual assault at a restroom at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 has declined to press charges, Phuket City Polcie have confirmed.
Myanmar enters fourth year of post-coup crisis
Myanmar enters fourth year of post-coup crisis
YANGON: Myanmar today (Feb 1) entered its fourth year since a coup snuffed out a short-lived dance with democracy, with the embattled junta warning it will do “whatever it takes” to crush opposition to its rule.
Patong to honour LGBTQ+ marriage on Valentine’s Day
Patong to honour LGBTQ+ marriage on Valentine’s Day
PHUKET: Patong Municipality is leading the way with the official events for Valentine’s Day this year, honouring 14 LGBTQ+ couples registering their marriage on the ‘Day of Love’.
Experts assess fallout from MFP ruling
Experts assess fallout from MFP ruling
BANGKOK: The Constitutional Court ruling on the Move Forward Party’s attempt to amend the lese-majeste law should not affect government stability or the tourism industry, according to Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) president Chamnan Srisawat.