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Ratchanok wins Malaysia Masters
Ratchanok wins Malaysia Masters
BADMINTON: Ratchanok Intanon turned back the clock as the Thai star claimed her third Malaysia Masters title in Kuala Lumpur yesterday (May 24).
RFD orders demolition of 11 illegal structures at Nui Beach
RFD orders demolition of 11 illegal structures at Nui Beach
PHUKET: The Royal Forest Department (RFD) has ordered the demolition of 11 structures built illegally within the Nui Beach area of the Nakkered Hills National Forest Reserve in Karon, with occupants given until June 5 to vacate the land and remove all construction.
Singapore, Thai warships dock in Phuket
Singapore, Thai warships dock in Phuket
PHUKET: Three warships taking part in the annual Singapore-Thailand joint naval exercise SINGSIAM 2026 have arrived in Phuket waters during operations in the Andaman Sea.
Chinese loan sharks ‘charged 3,780% a year’
Chinese loan sharks ‘charged 3,780% a year’
BANGKOK: Thai police are hunting for five Chinese lenders who have lent to about 20,000 people through apps and charge borrowers an annual interest rate of 3,780%.
Myanmar man found hanged at Chalong construction site
Myanmar man found hanged at Chalong construction site
PHUKET: A Myanmar construction worker was found dead after an apparent suicide at a construction site in Chalong this morning (May 25).
Phuket launches marine safety training
Phuket launches marine safety training
PHUKET: Phuket has launched a new boat safety training programme aimed at improving emergency response standards in the tourism sector amid growing concerns over water accidents involving tourists.
‘Thais Help Thais’ generates B110.89mn
‘Thais Help Thais’ generates B110.89mn
BANGKOK: The government’s “Thais Help Thais” programme has generated more than B110.89 million in spending while cutting household expenses by over B24.51mn, as authorities press ahead with efforts to stimulate grassroots economic activity nationwide.
ISOC tightens Phuket security crackdown
ISOC tightens Phuket security crackdown
PHUKET: Phuket security and anti-drug operations were placed under the spotlight on Saturday (May 23) as Fourth Army Area Commander Lt Gen Norathip Poynok led a high-level meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall to review threats ranging from narcotics trafficking to illegal land encroachment and foreign nominee business activities.
Chiang Mai woman dies after crashing into parked truck
Chiang Mai woman dies after crashing into parked truck
PHUKET: A 31-year-old woman from Chiang Mai died after crashing her motorcycle into the rear of a parked trailer truck in Thalang in the early hours of yesterday (May 24).
Tourism operators back 30-day visa return
Tourism operators back 30-day visa return
BANGKOK: Tourism operators in Phuket and Pattaya backed the government's decision to restore 30-day visa-free stays, saying the move would help curb illegal businesses and low-spending long-stay visitors.
Three seriously injured in Thalang three-vehicle crash
Three seriously injured in Thalang three-vehicle crash
PHUKET: Three people were seriously injured in a three-vehicle collision involving two motorcycles and a car on Saturday morning (May 23), police have confirmed.
Law changes and innovations to look out for at the World Cup
Law changes and innovations to look out for at the World Cup
FOOTBALL: In 1970 it was the introduction of yellow and red cards. In 2018 VAR made its World Cup debut, while in Qatar in 2022 a FIFA directive to referees led to huge extensions to the amount of stoppage time played in games.
Travels with Basil
Travels with Basil
I had the idea on a morning that had no business being as clear as it actually was. Aged 77, I am unsurprised when a certain fog settles over my mornings – over memory and purpose for example – but that day the light over Phuket was sharp as a blade and Basil, my Jack Russell terrier, was already pacing the bedroom, like an impatient admiral.
Corruption worsening: Survey
Corruption worsening: Survey
PHUKET: More than half of Thai businesses believe corruption in Thailand has worsened over the past three years, according to a new nationwide survey released by the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) under its ‘Zero Corruption’ campaign.
Phuket readies royal visit traffic arrangements
Phuket readies royal visit traffic arrangements
PHUKET: Phuket officials have stepped up preparations for the royal visit of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who is scheduled to visit the island on June 1 to preside over the inauguration of the Sri Sirindhorn Building at the Srinagarindra The Princess Mother School Phuket in Phuket Town.
Unnecessary laws to get the chop
Unnecessary laws to get the chop
BANGKOK: The Thai government is preparing to reform more than 7,000 economic laws, initially focusing on 10 to 20 key statutes in an effort to reduce obstacles to doing business in the country.
Phuket Town ‘Prison Park’ nears completion
Phuket Town ‘Prison Park’ nears completion
PHUKET: Construction of the new public park at the site of the old Phuket Provincial Prison in Phuket Town is now more than 80% complete, with the project expected to open to the public by the middle of this year.
Phuket Pride Festival to spotlight equality, tourism drive
Phuket Pride Festival to spotlight equality, tourism drive
PHUKET: Key figures have announced Phuket’s readiness to host the ‘Phuket Pride Festival 2026’, with organisers promoting the ‘Miss Queen Andaman Power 2026’ pageant and a week-long programme of events aimed at boosting tourism while promoting equality and diversity.
Senate panel backs Phuket Metropolis proposal
Senate panel backs Phuket Metropolis proposal
PHUKET: A proposal to transform Phuket into a special administrative region with its own directly elected governor has been formally presented to the Senate, in a move supporters say would give the island greater control over its development, budget and public services.
Alcaraz withdraws from Wimbledon
Alcaraz withdraws from Wimbledon
TENNIS: Carlos Alcaraz’s hopes of regaining his Wimbledon title have been dashed with the two-time champion announcing he is withdrawing as he recovers from a wrist injury.