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Phuket launches ‘Thai Helps Thai’ support for mobile vendors
Phuket launches ‘Thai Helps Thai’ support for mobile vendors
PHUKET: Phuket is moving ahead with a Ministry of Commerce-backed scheme aimed at reducing living costs by selecting mobile vendors to distribute affordable goods across communities under the ‘Thai Helps Thai’ project.
Phuket reports 3,484 foreign suspects in criminal cases since 2025
Phuket reports 3,484 foreign suspects in criminal cases since 2025
PHUKET: More than 3,400 foreign suspects have been recorded in criminal cases in Phuket since the beginning of last year, with Myanmar nationals accounting for the largest number of cases, according to statistics presented to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul during his high-profile visit to the island over the weekend.
Nominee crackdown to focus on tourist islands
Nominee crackdown to focus on tourist islands
PHUKET: The Department of Business Development (DBD) and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) have strengthened their collaboration to more effectively tackle nominee businesses.
The Base Cherng Talay cleared by inspection
The Base Cherng Talay cleared by inspection
PHUKET: Officials have conducted an intensive inspection of the ‘The Base Cherng Talay’ condominium project in Thalang in a move aimed at strengthening confidence in Phuket’s real estate sector ahead of unit ownership transfers to buyers.
Kunlavut leads local charge as stars descend on capital
Kunlavut leads local charge as stars descend on capital
BADMINTON: Kunlavut Vitidsarn and Chen Yufei will defend their titles this week as the world’s top players descend on Bangkok for the US$500,000 (B16.5 million) BWF Toyota Thailand Open 2026.
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signalled a review of Thailand’s visa-free entry policy yesterday (May 11) following the arrest of a Chinese national linked to a suspected illegal arms network in Pattaya.
Police hunt Chinese tourists over parrotfish spearfishing at Kata
Police hunt Chinese tourists over parrotfish spearfishing at Kata
PHUKET: Marine officials in Phuket are investigating reports of foreign tourists, reportedly Chinese, illegally spearfishing protected parrotfish at Kata Beach.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PHUKET ‘MAFIA’ WAR: Premier Vows Crackdown, Tourist Dies In Beach Club || May 11
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PHUKET ‘MAFIA’ WAR: Premier Vows Crackdown, Tourist Dies In Beach Club || May 11
PHUKET XTRA - May 11 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Jeeno defends title at LPGA Mizuho Americas Open
Jeeno defends title at LPGA Mizuho Americas Open
GOLF: World number two Jeeno Thitikul fired a three-under par 69 to hold off China’s Yin Ruoning and win her second consecutive LPGA Mizuho Americas Open title by four strokes yesterday (May 10).
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump branded Iran’s terms for ending the Middle East war “totally unacceptable”, raising the possibility of fresh conflict and sending oil prices sharply higher in early Asia trade today (May 11).
Thailand targets high e-commerce platform fees
Thailand targets high e-commerce platform fees
BANGKOK: The government is resuming its efforts to bring down the gross profit (GP) charges of e-commerce platforms operating in Thailand.
Arsenal on brink of Premier League title
Arsenal on brink of Premier League title
FOOTBALL: Arsenal are on the brink of a first Premier League title in 22 years after surviving a hugely contentious finale to beat West Ham 1-0 yesterday (May 10).
Thaksin released from prison
Thaksin released from prison
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra left Klongprem Central Prison in Bangkok on parole and was greeted by family members and a crowd of supporters this morning (May 11).
Speedboat gutted in Ao Makham fire
Speedboat gutted in Ao Makham fire
PHUKET: A speedboat operated by Love Andaman was destroyed by fire while anchored in Ao Makham Bay off Phuket yesterday evening (May 10), sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky and prompting an emergency response from fireboats and rescue crews.
Indian tourist dies after collapsing at popular Kamala beach club
Indian tourist dies after collapsing at popular Kamala beach club
PHUKET: An Indian tourist has died after collapsing and losing consciousness at a popular beach club in Kamala in the early hours of Saturday morning, with police now revealing that four men hospitalised after the incident tested positive for drugs in their blood.
Tough draw for War Elephants at Asian Cup
Tough draw for War Elephants at Asian Cup
FOOTBALL: Thailand have been handed a tough task after the draw for next year’s AFC Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia pitted them against record winners Japan and defending champions Qatar.
Police clarify viral brawl involved Russians only
Police clarify viral brawl involved Russians only
PHUKET: Five Russian tourists were arrested after a brawl in downtown Phuket early yesterday morning (May 10), with Phuket City Police now confirming that the fight involved only Russian nationals and no Thai people were attacked or injured.
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has concluded his participation in the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, underscoring Thailand’s role in promoting regional peace, stability and cooperation amid global uncertainty.
Meth pills bound for Phuket seized in Krabi drug bust
Meth pills bound for Phuket seized in Krabi drug bust
PHUKET: More than 280,000 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) destined for Phuket and Phang Nga were seized after police dismantled a drug distribution network operating out of Krabi’s Khlong Thom district.
Phuket MP challenges PM’s anti-mafia pledge
Phuket MP challenges PM’s anti-mafia pledge
PHUKET: Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee publicly questioned Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s commitment to tackling alleged mafia influence and illegal land occupation in Phuket after the abrupt cancellation of a planned inspection at Freedom Beach on Sunday (May 10).