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Freedom Beach raided for illegal 'entrance fee' operations
Freedom Beach raided for illegal 'entrance fee' operations
PHUKET: More than 100 officers descended on Freedom Beach yesterday (Mar 17) in a major crackdown on illegal encroachment and unauthorised fee collection, with officials warning that influential figures may be behind the occupation of protected land.
‘Supergirl’ calls time on young career
‘Supergirl’ calls time on young career
MMA: Anna “Supergirl” Jaroonsak walked out of Lumpinee Stadium last Saturday morning (Mar 14) knowing the fight was over.
Key goods put under strict price watch
Key goods put under strict price watch
BANGKOK: The government will strictly control prices of 59 regulated product categories, mostly consumer goods, allowing increases only when justified and warning of tough action against violators, Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun said yesterday (Mar 17).
Three arrested in Rawai drug raid
Three arrested in Rawai drug raid
PHUKET: Three suspected drug dealers have been arrested in a police raid on a trafficking network in Rawai, with officers seizing more than 1,300 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) along with crystal meth (ya ice) and drug paraphernalia.
Oil price spike forecast to slash Thai GDP growth
Oil price spike forecast to slash Thai GDP growth
BANGKOK: Every US$10 increase in the oil price per barrel is expected to reduce Thai GDP by 0.2 percentage points, according to caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Russian tourist killed, 11 injured in van crash
Russian tourist killed, 11 injured in van crash
PHUKET: A Russian tourist has died and 11 others were injured after a tour van carrying holidaymakers from Phuket to the Similan Islands crashed into a power pole in the early hours of this morning (Mar 18).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ex-Phuket Governor’s B321M Scandal, Thai Airways 100% Full Amid War Chaos || March 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ex-Phuket Governor’s B321M Scandal, Thai Airways 100% Full Amid War Chaos || March 17
PHUKET XTRA - March 17 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
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New ordination hall project begins at historic Wat Phra Nang Sang
New ordination hall project begins at historic Wat Phra Nang Sang
PHUKET: A new chapter in the long history of Wat Phra Nang Sang began on Friday (Mar 13) with a formal foundation stone-laying ceremony for a new ordination hall, marking a significant step in the temple’s redevelopment following the demolition of its previous ubosot last year.
AI lands arrest for unpaid wages
AI lands arrest for unpaid wages
PHUKET: A suspect wanted on charges related to unpaid wages and compensation has been arrested in Phuket after being identified by an AI-powered CCTV system linked to a national arrest warrant database.
Phuket strengthens Philippines ties
Phuket strengthens Philippines ties
PHUKET: Phuket is seeking to deepen cooperation with the Philippines in tourism, education and community welfare, following a high-level meeting between provincial officials and the outgoing Philippine ambassador last week.
THAI to gain from Mideast airspace closures
THAI to gain from Mideast airspace closures
BANGKOK: While rising fuel cost is inevitable, Thai Airways International (THAI) is on course to gain from airspace closures across several countries in the Middle East amid tensions in the Gulf region, where the flag carrier has no direct exposure, analysts say.
Teacher missing after jump from Sarasin Bridge
Teacher missing after jump from Sarasin Bridge
PHUKET: A 25-year-old teacher from Satree Phuket School is missing after she was seen jumping from the Sarasin Bridge, which connects Phuket and Phang Nga, early this morning (Mar 17).
Former Phuket governor accused of B321mn illicit wealth
Former Phuket governor accused of B321mn illicit wealth
PHUKET: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has ruled that former Phuket Governor Chamroen Tipayapongtada amassed more than B321 million in illicit wealth while serving as a provincial governor and government official.
Trump faces coalition of the unwilling on Iran
Trump faces coalition of the unwilling on Iran
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump spent his first year back in power disparaging US allies. Now he wants them to help America in the Iran war - and they are none too enthusiastic.
Phuket fuel supply ‘sufficient’, say officials
Phuket fuel supply ‘sufficient’, say officials
PHUKET: Officials say fuel supplies on the island remain sufficient despite rising global concerns over energy markets following the conflict in the Middle East, while urging government agencies, businesses and residents to conserve energy.
Supanida ends title drought with Swiss Open triumph
Supanida ends title drought with Swiss Open triumph
BADMINTON: Thai shuttler Supanida Katethong claimed her first title in nearly two years by winning the US$250,000 (B8 million) BWF Swiss Open in Basel on Sunday (Mar 15).
Parliament to choose next prime minister on Thursday
Parliament to choose next prime minister on Thursday
BANGKOK: The House of Representatives will meet on Thursday (Mar 19) to vote for a new prime minister, House Speaker Sophon Zaram said yesterday.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: GOVERNMENT: Enough Fuel For Now, Illegal Yacht Tour Bust, Active Shooter Drill || Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: GOVERNMENT: Enough Fuel For Now, Illegal Yacht Tour Bust, Active Shooter Drill || Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA - March 16 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Twenty Thai crew from attacked ship return home
Twenty Thai crew from attacked ship return home
BANGKOK: Twenty Thai crew members of the Bangkok-registered cargo ship Mayuree Naree attacked near the Strait of Hormuz last Wednesday arrived back home through Suvarnabhumi airport this morning (Mar 16).