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Thailand’s medal march continues at pace
Thailand’s medal march continues at pace
SEA GAMES: Thailand’s medal-churning machine showed no sign of slowing on the final day of taekwondo competition at the 33rd SEA Games, with the Kingdom’s fighters adding three more golds to an already formidable haul yesterday (Dec 13).
Anutin repeats ‘no ceasefire’ position
Anutin repeats ‘no ceasefire’ position
BANGKOK: Thailand has not reached a ceasefire agreement with Cambodia and the Thai military will continue fighting on the disputed border, caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reiterated last night (Dec 13).
Phuket waste crisis puts residents at risk
Phuket waste crisis puts residents at risk
PHUKET: A deepening waste crisis at Saphan Hin is now being blamed for serious and worsening health problems among nearby residents, as overflowing garbage, a failing incinerator and persistent foul odours push the landfill to breaking point.
Amanpuri serving up a treat for racket sport fans
Amanpuri serving up a treat for racket sport fans
TENNIS: Situated on a private headland along Phuket’s west coast, Amanpuri – Aman’s flagship property and the original ‘place of peace’ – has long been recognised as a destination where movement, wellbeing and a deep sense of tranquillity come together. This season, in response to growing interest in racket sports, the resort has introduced two newly constructed padel courts and two refreshed tennis courts, complementing the existing four across the property.
The Talented Mr Johnson
The Talented Mr Johnson
As we rapidly approach the Hollywood Awards we thought here at The Phuket News it might be nice to sit down with some of the actors, actresses and filmmakers that might be in the running for some award wins.
Thai taekwondo stars smash gold target
Thai taekwondo stars smash gold target
SEA GAMES: Taekwondo had entered the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games with a bold promise of delivering at least five gold medals. By Thursday evening (Dec 11), the Thai squad had not only met that target but surged past it, collecting three more titles to lift their tally to six - with one full day of competition still to come.
Cambodia says Thailand still bombing hours after Trump truce call
Cambodia says Thailand still bombing hours after Trump truce call
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia said today (Dec 13) that Thailand continued dropping bombs on its territory hours after US President Donald Trump said the neighbours had agreed to stop fighting.
‘Wonderland’ NYE gala at Angsana Laguna Phuket
‘Wonderland’ NYE gala at Angsana Laguna Phuket
Angsana Laguna Phuket is set to redefine New Year’s Eve celebrations in Phuket with its inaugural “Celebration in Wonderland” gala, a 7-hour beachfront spectacle combining world-class entertainment, unlimited premium dining and direct ocean fireworks viewing.
Phuket census figures held until national release
Phuket census figures held until national release
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the National Statistical Office (NSO Phuket) has confirmed that its compilation of data from the national population and housing census conducted earlier this year is complete ‒ but the results cannot be revealed until officials in Bangkok have completed their role.
Salah’s future in focus as Liverpool face Brighton
Salah’s future in focus as Liverpool face Brighton
FOOTBALL: All eyes are on Mohamed Salah’s uncertain future at Liverpool as Arne Slot tries to shut out the noise and prepare his men to face Brighton later today (Dec 13).
Early dissolution seen rattling bourse
Early dissolution seen rattling bourse
BANGKOK: Analysts said that while Thai and foreign investors expected an early dissolution of parliament, Thursday's announcement by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul adds a short-term negative sentiment towards the stock market as it creates uncertainty in regard to policy continuity.
City Pillar Shrines selected as Phuket’s ‘Unseen Thai Thai’ highlight
City Pillar Shrines selected as Phuket’s ‘Unseen Thai Thai’ highlight
PHUKET: Provincial cultural officials have selected ‘The Path of Faith: The Four City Pillar Shrines’ as Phuket’s representative highlight for the Ministry of Culture’s ‘Unseen Thai Thai’ initiative for 2025.
More Phuket citizens’ to travel to pay respects to Queen Mother’s royal remains
More Phuket citizens’ to travel to pay respects to Queen Mother’s royal remains
PHUKET: Officials have confirmed that preparations are in place for more Phuket residents selected to travel to Bangkok tomorrow (Dec 14) to pay respects to the royal remains of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.
Patong Tower death confirmed to be social media star
Patong Tower death confirmed to be social media star
PHUKET: The Mexican-Canadian woman who died in a nine-storey fall from the Patong Tower condominium earlier this week has been confirmed as the surgery-addicted social media personality known online as ‘Mary Magdalene’.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Runaway Club Owners Caught in Phuket, Thai PM Dissolves Parliament || Dec 12
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Runaway Club Owners Caught in Phuket, Thai PM Dissolves Parliament || Dec 12
PHUKET XTRA - December 12 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Sprint ace Puripol sets track ablaze
Sprint ace Puripol sets track ablaze
SEA GAMES: Thai sprint ace Puripol Boonson dipped under the 10-second mark twice in a single day to claim the coveted men’s 100 metres title at the SEA Games yesterday (Dec 11), his blistering pace mirroring the speed at which Thailand’s athletes continue to pile up gold medals.
Royal Gazette publishes royal decree dissolving House
Royal Gazette publishes royal decree dissolving House
BANGKOK: The Royal Gazette has published a royal decree announcing the dissolution of the House of Representatives, paving the way for a general election within 45-60 days.
The Smokaccia Laboratory receives prestigious global award
The Smokaccia Laboratory receives prestigious global award
The Smokaccia Laboratory in Phuket marks the first restaurant in Thailand to receive the most prestigious global award for vegetable-focused sustainable fine-dining - And emerges as one of Thailand’s fastest rising restaurants. As this year’s award season has just wrapped up, the restaurant led and founded by the creative, passionate and ambitious duo Chef Luca Mascolo and Brigitta Houkamp has been recognised with a remarkable number of awards in the last month, placing ‘The Smokaccia Laboratory’ among the fastest-rising fine dining restaurants in Thailand and Asia.
New European routes boost tourism prospects: TAT
New European routes boost tourism prospects: TAT
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has hailed its airline-focused tourism promotion plan, following Norse Atlantic Airways' introduction of five additional routes from Europe to Bangkok and Phuket.
Australian tourist dies after crashing through restaurant glass door
Australian tourist dies after crashing through restaurant glass door
PHUKET: An Australian tourist died from severe blood loss after crashing through a glass door at a restaurant in Karon late last night (Dec 11).