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Russian illegal tour guide arrested in Phuket
Russian illegal tour guide arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: A 33-year-old Russian national has been arrested at a Phuket pier for illegally working as a tour guide, an occupation reserved exclusively for Thai citizens, officials have confirmed.
Phuket launches mobile medical unit outreach
Phuket launches mobile medical unit outreach
PHUKET: Phuket officials launched a Mobile Medical Unit outreach activity in Ratsada yesterday (Jan 7), delivering comprehensive public health services to local residents while commemorating the benevolent legacy of Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana.
US says to dictate Venezuela decisions and oil sales
US says to dictate Venezuela decisions and oil sales
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump’s administration said yesterday (Jan 7) it intends to dictate the decisions of Venezuela’s interim leaders and control the country’s oil sales “indefinitely” after toppling Nicolas Maduro.
Man City stumble again in title race as Villa held
Man City stumble again in title race as Villa held
FOOTBALL: Manchester City missed out on the chance to make significant inroads into Arsenal’s Premier League lead yesterday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Brighton while Aston Villa also dropped points.
‘Don’t fall for BJT ploy,’cautions former PM
‘Don’t fall for BJT ploy,’cautions former PM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Chuan Leekpai, now a Democrat Party candidate, slammed Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn of the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) yesterday (Jan 7) for urging southern voters to support his party in exchange for budget allocations.
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Beauty clinic caught unlicensed amid B1.8mn scam probe
Beauty clinic caught unlicensed amid B1.8mn scam probe
PHUKET: Provincial officials have inspected a beauty clinic in Phuket following complaints from at least 16 customers who allege they were tricked into financial arrangementds that cost them in total more than B1.8 million.
Chalong Pier fire destroys 24 boats, estimated B40mn in damage
Chalong Pier fire destroys 24 boats, estimated B40mn in damage
PHUKET: Preliminary inspections have confirmed that 24 speedboats belonging to 13 tour operators were damaged in the early-morning fire near Chalong Pier yesterday (Jan 7), with total losses estimated at around B40 million.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket’s Speedboat Armageddon on Chalong Pier, Nightlife Corruption Investigation || Jan 7
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket’s Speedboat Armageddon on Chalong Pier, Nightlife Corruption Investigation || Jan 7
PHUKET XTRA - January 7 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket officials face nightlife corruption probe
Phuket officials face nightlife corruption probe
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Damrongtham Office has confirmed it will investigate allegations circulating on social media that entertainment venue operators in the province are being asked to pay bribes to officials, following a special press conference convened by Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong.
Household debt to limit bank growth
Household debt to limit bank growth
BANGKOK: Thailand's elevated household debt is set to remain a key constraint on banking sector expansion in 2026, even as major domestic banks continue to target positive loan growth to support economic momentum.
Prize money at Australian Open hits new high
Prize money at Australian Open hits new high
TENNIS: Players at this month’s Australian Open will be competing for a record prize pool with organisers yesterday (Jan 6) announcing a 16% increase in the total purse to AUS$ 111.5 million (B2.3 billion).
Red Cross charity lottery draw draws crowds at Saphan Hin
Red Cross charity lottery draw draws crowds at Saphan Hin
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the Thai Red Cross Society held its annual charity lottery draw at Saphan Hin last night (Jan 6), marking one of the final and most anticipated events of the 2026 Phuket Red Cross Fair.
Western allies agree Ukraine guarantees after Paris ‘progress’
Western allies agree Ukraine guarantees after Paris ‘progress’
PARIS: Ukraine's Western allies yesterday (Jan 6) agreed key security guarantees for Kyiv including a US-led monitoring mechanism and a European multinational force that would be deployed after a ceasefire in Russia’s war against its neighbour.
National New Year road fatalities up 8% from a year ago
National New Year road fatalities up 8% from a year ago
BANGKOK: The seven-day road safety campaign over the New Year holiday in Thailand ended with 272 fatalities, an increase of 8.3% from 251 in the same period a year ago.
Fire damages more than 20 speedboats at Chalong Pier
Fire damages more than 20 speedboats at Chalong Pier
PHUKET: A pre-dawn fire tore through speedboats moored at Chalong Pier early this morning (Jan 7), damaging more than 20 vessels and prompting a major emergency response from provincial authorities.
Phuket Big Buddha site remains closed after New Year opening
Phuket Big Buddha site remains closed after New Year opening
PHUKET: The Abbot of Wat Kittisangkharam (Wat Kata) has confirmed that the Big Buddha viewpoint now remains closed to the public, following a brief reopening over the New Year.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Gut-Check Time For Cannabis Shops In Phuket, Elections To Bring Alcohol Ban || Jan 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Gut-Check Time For Cannabis Shops In Phuket, Elections To Bring Alcohol Ban || Jan 6
PHUKET XTRA - January 6 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Early-morning violence leaves two injured in Patong
Early-morning violence leaves two injured in Patong
PHUKET: A woman was injured after being struck on the head with a bottle during an early-morning dispute on Bangla Rd in Patong early this morning (Jan 6).
AustCham Joint Chambers Australia Day Phuket Sundowners
AustCham Joint Chambers Australia Day Phuket Sundowners
AustCham Thailand, in collaboration with Australian Alumni, AMCHAM, BCCT, CanCham Thailand, GTCC, NTCC, Phuket Chamber of Commerce, and SATCC, Joint Chambers Australia Day Phuket Sundowners. This event is scheduled to take place 18.00 - 21.00 hrs., at Bangkok Bob’s Restaurant Phuket. We invite you to join us for an enjoyable evening of networking with members of the Australian–Thai business community at the newly opened Bangkok Bob’s Restaurant Phuket. And supported by our corporate sponsor, The Australian Consulate-General Phuket. THB 650 for AustCham members, partner Chambers’ members, and Australian Alumni Members, THB 1,200 for non-members. To book contact - office@austchamthailand.com