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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Kamala Wipeout Charges Stalled, No VAT Hike for Thailand || Feb 24
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Kamala Wipeout Charges Stalled, No VAT Hike for Thailand || Feb 24
PHUKET XTRA - February 24 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Police slow to proceed with charges over deadly Kamala wipeout
Police slow to proceed with charges over deadly Kamala wipeout
PHUKET: Two women killed in a devastating wipeout in the heart of Kamala on Feb 1 died after a pickup truck ploughed into their motorbike, and police have not yet forwarded the case to the public prosecutor while the driver remains free on bail.
Vendor feud suspected after fire destroys beach chairs
Vendor feud suspected after fire destroys beach chairs
PHUKET: More than 60 beach chairs and canvas hulls were destroyed in a fire on Nai Thon Beach in the early hours of this morning (Feb 24), with police investigating reports that the blaze may be linked to a dispute between local vendors.
Milan-Cortina hailed as ‘new kind’ of Winter Olympics
Milan-Cortina hailed as ‘new kind’ of Winter Olympics
WINTER OLYMPICS: International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry lauded Milan-Cortina 2026 as a “new kind of Winter Games” as she declared them closed on Sunday (Feb 22).
Cambodia warned that border fires could stoke conflict
Cambodia warned that border fires could stoke conflict
BANGKOK: Thailand has warned Cambodia that uncontrolled bushfires started by Cambodian soldiers could become a new problem in their border conflict.
‘No plan’ for VAT rate hike
‘No plan’ for VAT rate hike
BANGKOK: The incoming Bhumjaithai-led administration will not raise the value-added tax (VAT) rate to 10% over the next three years, a BJT executive said, adding that the party’s immediate focus is economic recovery.
Red Cross lottery winners receive prizes at Provincial Hall
Red Cross lottery winners receive prizes at Provincial Hall
PHUKET: Winners of the 2026 Phuket Red Cross Charity Lottery were officially presented with their prizes yesterday morning (Feb 23) during a ceremony in front of Phuket Provincial Hall.
Phuket steps up CCTV, sustainability and arts push
Phuket steps up CCTV, sustainability and arts push
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn yesterday (Feb 23) outlined the provincial government’s ambitious drive to boost island-wide security, strengthen sustainable development and promote arts tourism as part of efforts to enhance its international profile.
Remains of dead tigers at Tiger Kingdom Chiang Mai buried
Remains of dead tigers at Tiger Kingdom Chiang Mai buried
CHIANG MAI: The remains of 72 tigers who died at the Tiger Kingdom in Chiang Mai have been destroyed to ensure none of the parts ends up in the illegal wildlife trade, the Protected Area Regional Office 16 said yesterday (Feb 23).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: B10 Billion Ponzi Suspect Caught In Chalong,, Refusing Breath Test Now A Crime || Feb 23
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: B10 Billion Ponzi Suspect Caught In Chalong,, Refusing Breath Test Now A Crime || Feb 23
PHUKET XTRA - February 23 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Thai exports jump most in four years on AI-led electronics boom
Thai exports jump most in four years on AI-led electronics boom
BANGKOK: Thailand’s exports and imports surged to four-year highs in January, driven by strong outbound shipments of electronic products and rising demand for raw materials and machinery, as Bangkok moves to advance trade negotiations with the United States.
Governor opens Phuket Chinese New Year festival
Governor opens Phuket Chinese New Year festival
PHUKET: More than 40 shrines across Phuket have united to mark Chinese New Year and the fifth anniversary of the Phuket Shrine Association, with Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn presiding over opening ceremonies in Phuket Town over the weekend.
Jeeno scores ‘A+++’ win on home soil
Jeeno scores ‘A+++’ win on home soil
GOLF: With the roars of her adoring fans reverberating around Siam Country Club’s Old Course, Jeeno Thitikul emerged from a nerve-shredding final day shootout with Japan’s Chisato ‘Chizzy’ Iwai to claim victory in the 19th edition of the Honda LPGA Thailand yesterday (Feb 22).
North Korea touts nuclear advances as Kim re-chosen to lead ruling party
North Korea touts nuclear advances as Kim re-chosen to lead ruling party
SEOUL: North Korea’s ruling party touted nuclear advances as it re-elected Kim Jong Un to the top post of general secretary, state media said today (Feb 23), during a rare national congress.
Laughing gas, heroin seized in Phuket Town hotel raid
Laughing gas, heroin seized in Phuket Town hotel raid
PHUKET: Laughing gas, heroin and cocaine were seized during a police raid on a hotel room in Phuket Town last night (Feb 22), leading to the arrest of a 24-year-old man.
Breath test refusal equals drink-driving
Breath test refusal equals drink-driving
BANGKOK: Police have warned that a refusal to take a breathalyser test will be treated as equivalent to drink-driving.
Man rescued after fishing injury in Kathu drainage canal
Man rescued after fishing injury in Kathu drainage canal
PHUKET: A 19-year-old man was rescued from a deep drainage canal behind a school in Kathu last night (Feb 22) after piercing his foot on a piece of metal while fishing alone.
Driver found dead inside broken-down bus
Driver found dead inside broken-down bus
PHUKET: A 63-year-old bus driver was found dead inside his broken-down tour bus parked by the side of the main road to Phuket International Airport yesterday afternoon (Feb 22).
Gunners blow Spurs away to maintain league lead
Gunners blow Spurs away to maintain league lead
FOOTBALL: Eberechi Eze was the scourge of Tottenham again as his double restored Arsenal’s five-point lead at the top of the Premier League in a 4-1 win yesterday (Feb 22).