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Greek restaurant inspected over Hebrew-language sign
Greek restaurant inspected over Hebrew-language sign
PHUKET: A Greek restaurant near the Big Buddha has been found to be operating legally following an inspection prompted by online criticism over a Hebrew-language sign displayed at the site.
Phuket Peranakan Festival goes ‘Bloom’
Phuket Peranakan Festival goes ‘Bloom’
PHUKET: Phuket’s cultural heart burst into life on Saturday (Apr 4) as the Phuket Peranakan Festival 2026 officially opened in a vibrant showcase of heritage, performance and international collaboration under the theme ‘BLOOM’.
Floating container off Phuket poses risk to boats
Floating container off Phuket poses risk to boats
PHUKET: A large shipping container has been spotted drifting in the Andaman Sea about 50km west of Mai Khao Beach, prompting warnings for vessels to navigate with caution.
Hazardous levels of smog over most of Thailand
Hazardous levels of smog over most of Thailand
BANGKOK: Hazardous levels of ultrafine dust shrouded Bangkok and 58 of the 76 provinces late yesterday afternoon (Apr 5) with red levels of smog in 10 northern and northeastern provinces, according to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda).
Nearly 200k meth pills seized in Phuket air-cooler parcel sting
Nearly 200k meth pills seized in Phuket air-cooler parcel sting
PHUKET: Police have seized nearly 200,000 methamphetamine (ya bah) pills and arrested two juvenile couriers as part of an expanded operation targeting a drug network smuggling narcotics into Phuket hidden inside parcel deliveries.
Russian illegal ‘tour guide’ arrested in Phuket
Russian illegal ‘tour guide’ arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: A Russian national has been arrested by Phuket Tourist Police for allegedly operating an illegal tour business while using a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) as cover, officials confirmed.
Songkran Waterverse at Angsana Laguna Phuket
Songkran Waterverse at Angsana Laguna Phuket
There is a moment each April when all of Thailand pauses, exhales and begins again. This year, Angsana Laguna Phuket invites you to celebrate the Thai New Year with a thoughtfully curated program that honours centuries-old traditions before transforming into a vibrant poolside festival. Experience the Songkran Waterverse: a fusion of two worlds. Begin with the gentle rhythm of a long drum parade and the "One and Only" Buddha Image Lagoon Procession across our tranquil waters. As the day progresses, the atmosphere shifts to exhilarating joy with a poolside foam party, aqua challenges, and an authentic Thai Food Street. Celebrate the spirit of renewal with us: - Traditional Long Drum & Thai Dance Parade - Sacred Buddha Image Lagoon Procession - Buddha Water Blessing & Sand Pagoda Building - Water Fight & Foam Party at the main pool - Thai Food Street featuring local specialities Monday, 13 April 2026 09:00 – 15:00 hrs. At Poolside, Angsana Laguna Phuket Capacity is limited to 100 spots. Secure your place in this immersive celebration of renewal and prosperity. www.angsana.com/thailand/laguna-phuket/songkran-festival-in-phuket
How football stars are fuelling chess boom
How football stars are fuelling chess boom
FOOTBALL: Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah are among the Premier League stars “addicted” to chess, helping to spark a surge in the game’s popularity among younger people.
Cambodian lawmakers approve anti-cybercrime law
Cambodian lawmakers approve anti-cybercrime law
PHNOM PENH: Fraudsters running cyberscam operations in Cambodia could face life in prison after the Senate approved a new law on Friday (Apr 3) targeting criminals involved in the multibillion-dollar illicit industry.
Phuket water reserves hold steady
Phuket water reserves hold steady
PHUKET: Phuket officials have reaffirmed that the island’s water supply remains sufficient despite dry-season pressures, with proactive measures in place to manage potential shortages and rainfall expected to return later this month.
Proposal for regional tourism network
Proposal for regional tourism network
BANGKOK: Thai tourism should ramp up its targets in six potential markets reachable via six-hour flights to mitigate the impact of the oil crisis, while leveraging 12 million outbound travellers to foster two-way tourism that benefits all markets, according to the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).
Phuket-Phi Phi boat fares to rise
Phuket-Phi Phi boat fares to rise
PHUKET: Marine operators in Phuket have agreed to increase fares and tour prices by up to B200 per person on routes between Phuket and Koh Phi Phi, with the new pricing set to take effect from Sunday (Apr 5), officials have confirmed.
Senate panel probes illegal businesses, tourist safety in Phuket
Senate panel probes illegal businesses, tourist safety in Phuket
PHUKET: A Senate committee has visited Phuket to examine the impact of illegal business operations, nominee schemes and migrant labour issues, while also pushing for stronger measures to safeguard tourists.
Fuelled: Tourism sector braces as fuel price shock ripples through Phuket economy
Fuelled: Tourism sector braces as fuel price shock ripples through Phuket economy
PHUKET: High energy prices are already pushing hotel costs up by as much as 25% and transportation by nearly 40%, warned Phuket Tourist Association President Thaneth Tantipiriyakij, as tourism leaders called on the government to urgently roll out relief measures to ease mounting pressure on the island’s tourism sector.
Man City host Liverpool, Arsenal chase treble in FA Cup quarter-finals
Man City host Liverpool, Arsenal chase treble in FA Cup quarter-finals
FOOTBALL: Liverpool face a daunting trip to Manchester City in the standout tie of the FA Cup quarter-finals this weekend as Mohamed Salah seeks to end nine spectacular seasons at Anfield on a high.
Philippine Embassy Consular outreach mission receives praise
Philippine Embassy Consular outreach mission receives praise
Filipinos living in Phuket and nearby provinces expressed their deep gratitude to the Philippine Embassy in Bangkok for successfully conducting a Consular and Assistance-to-Nationals (ATN) outreach mission recently.
57mn litres of fuel ‘missing’ from Surat Thani depots
57mn litres of fuel ‘missing’ from Surat Thani depots
BANGKOK: Irregularities have been found in the disappearance of 57 million litres of fuel during transport to six oil depots in the southern province of Surat Thani, according to Justice Minister Rutthaphon Naowarat.
Four provinces bid to host King’s Cup
Four provinces bid to host King’s Cup
FOOTBALL: Four provinces have submitted bids to host the 52nd King’s Cup football tournament in November, the Football Association of Thailand (FAT) announced on Thursday (Apr 2).
Couple arrested for forcing children to beg for nine years
Couple arrested for forcing children to beg for nine years
NAKHON PATHOM: Police have arrested a husband and wife accused of operating a child begging network that allegedly exploited minors for up to nine years, forcing them to wear school uniforms, meet daily cash targets or risk abuse.
Thai tourism hit, arrivals fall by 30%
Thai tourism hit, arrivals fall by 30%
BANGKOK: The tourism industry is calling for urgent support measures after visitor numbers fell by about 30% in the first month following the start of the Middle East war, with operators warning of continued pressure into the second and third quarters.