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Blue Button jellyfish found at Patong
Blue Button jellyfish found at Patong
PHUKET: Lifeguards at Patong Beach have issued a public safety advisory after discovering several Blue Button jellyfish washed ashore on the beach.
Tourists face charges of damaging old Death Railway station
Tourists face charges of damaging old Death Railway station
KANCHANABURI: Tourists seen driving recklessly in an area where an old station on the notorious Death Railway was built face charges of damaging the environment of a historical national park.
Phuket joins nationwide celebrations for Queen’s birthday
Phuket joins nationwide celebrations for Queen’s birthday
PHUKET: Phuket officials will lead a series of ceremonies across the island today (June 3) to mark the 4th Cycle birthday anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: LEAKED CHATS & CORRUPTION: Phuket Shakeup Hits Parliament; Heavy Rain Warning || June 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: LEAKED CHATS & CORRUPTION: Phuket Shakeup Hits Parliament; Heavy Rain Warning || June 2
PHUKET XTRA - June 2 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
High-risk foreign nationals under increased focus
High-risk foreign nationals under increased focus
BANGKOK: Authorities are intensifying efforts to address foreign-linked crime networks amid growing concerns that transnational criminal activity could threaten national security and public safety.
Tirawat fires red-hot 62 to retain title
Tirawat fires red-hot 62 to retain title
GOLF: Tirawat Kaewsiribandit fired a 10-under-par 62 during the final round to win the B3 million Singha All Thailand Championship 2026 by two strokes at the Suwan Golf and Country Club in Nakhon Pathom on Sunday (May 31).
Five injured in Wichit house fire
Five injured in Wichit house fire
PHUKET: Five people were injured after a fire tore through a rented house in Wichit early this morning (June 2), prompting a major emergency response and leaving authorities investigating the cause.
Russia fired record 8,150 drones at Ukraine in May
Russia fired record 8,150 drones at Ukraine in May
KYIV: Russia fired a record number of long-range drones at Ukraine in May, an AFP analysis of Ukrainian air force data showed yesterday (June 1), as Kyiv appealled to allies for air defence support.
Phuket celebrates Pride across the island
Phuket celebrates Pride across the island
PHUKET: Pride Month celebrations are underway across Phuket, with events taking place throughout June in both Patong and Phuket Town as the island continues to strengthen its reputation as one of Asia’s leading LGBTQIA+ destinations.
Online customs service to give traders tariff clarity
Online customs service to give traders tariff clarity
BANGKOK: The Customs Department plans to launch an advanced online customs tariff classification service in a bid to reduce risks in international trade operations.
Princess Sirindhorn opens new school building in Phuket
Princess Sirindhorn opens new school building in Phuket
PHUKET: Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn paid a royal visit to Phuket on Monday (June 1) to officially open the new Sri Sirindhorn Building at Srinagarindra the Princess Mother School, Phuket under her royal patronage.
Mystery ‘globster’ washes ashore at Layan Beach
Mystery ‘globster’ washes ashore at Layan Beach
PHUKET: A large, mysterious white mass that washed ashore at Layan Beach has sparked widespread curiosity online, with experts suggesting the object may be a so-called “globster” – the decomposed remains of a large marine animal.
Phuket set for Toyota badminton comp
Phuket set for Toyota badminton comp
BADMINTON: Phuket is gearing up to host the Toyota Phuket International Challenge 2026 badminton tournament, which runs from June 9-14.
Blood donation drives continue in June
Blood donation drives continue in June
PHUKET: The Phuket Regional Blood Centre (PRBC), in collaboration with Vachira Phuket Hospital, will continue holding blood donation drives across Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi throughout June.
Strong start to co-pay scheme
Strong start to co-pay scheme
BANGKOK: The Thais Help Thais co-payment scheme generated almost B1.1 billion in spending on its first day, reflecting strong public demand for government support as households continued to grapple with high living costs.
Teen arrested in 7,560 illegal cigarette bust
Teen arrested in 7,560 illegal cigarette bust
PHUKET: Mueang Phuket District officials have arrested a 16-year-old girl and seized 7,560 untaxed cigarettes during a raid on an illegal cigarette shop near the Phuket Governor’s residence.
More heavy rain forecast after Phuket flooding
More heavy rain forecast after Phuket flooding
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has extended weather warnings across the island after heavy rain caused flooding and traffic disruption in several areas yesterday (June 1), while meteorologists forecast further downpours, flash floods and rough seas through Thursday (June 4).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Tourist Numbers & Waste Drop 9%, New Stadium Proposed, Tragedy in Mai Khao || June 1
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Tourist Numbers & Waste Drop 9%, New Stadium Proposed, Tragedy in Mai Khao || June 1
PHUKET XTRA - June 1 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
New Palad sets 30-day deadline on beach probes
New Palad sets 30-day deadline on beach probes
PHUKET: Acting Phuket Provincial Palad (Chief Administration Officer) Naphat Em-on has pledged to resolve three high-profile issues affecting the island within 30 days, including the long-running Freedom Beach access dispute, allegations of illegal land use at Bang Tao Beach, and complaints of extortion linked to entertainment venues in Patong.
Phuket transfer row reaches Parliament as leaked chat faces questions
Phuket transfer row reaches Parliament as leaked chat faces questions
PHUKET: The controversy surrounding the transfer of Rungruang Thimabut, the now-sidelined Phuket Provincial Palad (Chief Administration Officer) and four other senior administrative officials has escalated to the national stage. A formal complaint has been submitted to Parliament alleging possible political interference behind the move, while questions continue to grow over the authenticity of a leaked Line chat at the centre of the dispute.