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Phuket welcomes 4.9mn tourists, down 2%
Phuket welcomes 4.9mn tourists, down 2%
PHUKET: Phuket welcomed nearly 4.9 million tourists in the first four months of 2026, generating more than B186.9 billion in tourism revenue, as officials continue expanding international flight connections despite a slight decline in overall visitor numbers compared with last year.
Myanmar man found hanged in Rawai
Myanmar man found hanged in Rawai
PHUKET: A Myanmar national was found dead after an apparent suicide at a workers’ camp in Rawai yesterday afternoon (May 27), marking the second case involving a Myanmar worker found hanged within the Chalong Police precinct this week.
US carries out new strikes on southern Iran
US carries out new strikes on southern Iran
TEHRAN: The United States carried out new strikes on southern Iran today (May 28), after President Donald Trump threatened to “finish the job” if Tehran did not agree to a peace deal.
Former graft-busters get jail terms in Prawit watch case
Former graft-busters get jail terms in Prawit watch case
BANGKOK: Two former officials of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) have been sentenced to three years’ imprisonment for failing to disclose information related to the high-profile luxury watch case involving former deputy prime minister Prawit Wongsuwon.
Rawai villa burglar arrested in Karon
Rawai villa burglar arrested in Karon
PHUKET: Police have arrested a burglar for breaking into a luxury villa in Rawai and stealing cash and jewellery from a foreign tourist before fleeing the area.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PHUKET PROPERTY CRACKDOWN: DSI Sends 31 Suspects to Prosecutors, Elite Visa Overhaul? || May 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PHUKET PROPERTY CRACKDOWN: DSI Sends 31 Suspects to Prosecutors, Elite Visa Overhaul? || May 27
PHUKET XTRA - May 27 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Darasamut Underpass closes overnight for upgrade works
Darasamut Underpass closes overnight for upgrade works
PHUKET: The Darasamut Underpass will be temporarily closed overnight from tonight (May 27) through Sunday (May 31) to allow for major electrical and smart traffic system upgrades, the Phuket Highways Office has announced.
Phuket steps up Ebola monitoring
Phuket steps up Ebola monitoring
PHUKET: Phuket officials have moved to tighten surveillance and screening measures against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), stressing that no cases have been detected in Thailand while authorities prepare for any potential risk following directives issued by the Ministry of Public Health.
Man surrenders after Kathu condo knife attack
Man surrenders after Kathu condo knife attack
PHUKET: A man from Phang Nga has been charged after slashing another man twice in the head during a confrontation at a condominium in Kathu yesterday evening (May 26).
Monthly borrowing for stimulus
Monthly borrowing for stimulus
BANGKOK: The Finance Ministry is preparing to gradually borrow funds for the ‘Thais Help Thais Plus’ programme, says finance permanent secretary Lavaron Sangsnit.
DSI sends Villa Andaman cases to prosecutors
DSI sends Villa Andaman cases to prosecutors
PHUKET: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has submitted additional case files involving 31 suspects in the ‘Villa Andaman’ nominee case to public prosecutors following an expanded investigation into alleged illegal foreign-owned real estate businesses in Phuket and Koh Samui.
Mexico says will host Iran during World Cup
Mexico says will host Iran during World Cup
FOOTBALL: Mexico will allow Iran to be based in the country during the 2026 World Cup so its players can avoid US visa restrictions, President Claudia Sheinbaum said Monday (May 25).
Russian call for diplomats to leave Kyiv draws Western backlash
Russian call for diplomats to leave Kyiv draws Western backlash
MOSCOW: Russia’s call for diplomats and foreigners to leave Kyiv over the threat of fresh strikes drew a sharp backlash from Western countries yesterday (May 26), some of whom accused Moscow of escalating the more than four-year war.
Turkish national found dead in Kamala residence
Turkish national found dead in Kamala residence
PHUKET: A Turkish man was found dead inside a residence in Kamala yesterday afternoon (May 26), with police reporting that marijuana and drug paraphernalia were discovered in the room.
Police seize motorbikes after bypass road racing tip-off
Police seize motorbikes after bypass road racing tip-off
PHUKET: Phuket City Police seized three motorbikes after a raid on a group of teenagers involved in illegal street racing on the bypass road early this morning (May 27).
Ministry defends TikTok plan
Ministry defends TikTok plan
BANGKOK: The Education Ministry has defended its plan to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help teachers produce short educational videos for TikTok, after the initiative sparked criticism from opponents who argued it contradicted global efforts to curb children’s social media use.
Saphan Hin fly infestation spurs health fears
Saphan Hin fly infestation spurs health fears
PHUKET: Residents in the Saphan Hin and Bo Rae communities in Wichit are calling on authorities to urgently address a severe fly infestation that they say is affecting homes, restaurants, markets and public areas across the neighbourhoods.
Marine Office orders halt to Rawai breakwater works
Marine Office orders halt to Rawai breakwater works
PHUKET: The Phuket Marine Office has ordered the temporary suspension of construction work on a breakwater project in Rawai while officials investigate possible encroachment on public waterways and verify land boundaries at the disputed coastal site.
Governor warns officials amid Phuket Palad fallout
Governor warns officials amid Phuket Palad fallout
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has stressed strict adherence to laws and discipline by government officials during the monthly Phuket Provincial Committee meeting, where a new acting Phuket Provincial Palad was formally introduced following the transfer of former Phuket Provincial Palad (Chief Administrative Officer) Rungruang Thimabut.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 11 More Phuket Beach Structures To Go, National Reckoning After Heir’s Allegations || May 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 11 More Phuket Beach Structures To Go, National Reckoning After Heir’s Allegations || May 26
PHUKET XTRA - May 26 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand