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Swedish tourist killed while crossing road near Phuket Airport
Swedish tourist killed while crossing road near Phuket Airport
PHUKET: A 67-year-old Swedish tourist has died after being struck by a car while crossing a road near Phuket International Airport yesterday evening (Jan 22).
Iran warns ‘finger on trigger’ as Trump says Tehran wants talks
Iran warns ‘finger on trigger’ as Trump says Tehran wants talks
PARIS: The commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned Washington yesterday (Jan 22) that the force had its “finger on the trigger” in the wake of mass protests, as US President Donald Trump said Tehran still appeared interested in talks.
Growth expected to slow amid political paralysis
Growth expected to slow amid political paralysis
BANGKOK: CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT) expects Thai GDP growth in the first quarter of this year to slow from the previous quarter due to a domestic political vacuum and external uncertainties.
Thailand continue golden run
Thailand continue golden run
ASEAN PARA GAMES: Gold medals continued to flow for Thailand at the ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, with the highlight coming from Sasirawan Inthachot, who carved her name into the record books with a blistering sprint in the women’s 100m T47 final.
Early release for Thaksin ‘needs more scrutiny’
Early release for Thaksin ‘needs more scrutiny’
BANGKOK: The Network of Students and People for Thailand’s Reform (NSPRT) submitted a petition yesterday (Jan 22) urging the justice minister to closely examine the eligibility of jailed former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra for a sentence suspension, arguing that his case may not fully meet legal requirements.
Waugh targets cricket’s ‘last great frontier’ with European T20 venture
Waugh targets cricket’s ‘last great frontier’ with European T20 venture
CRICKET: Former Australia captain Steve Waugh is seeking to conquer cricket’s “last great frontier” as one of the investors in a new European T20 franchise competition set to feature Steve Smith and Mitchell Marsh.
Alcohol sales banned nationwide for advance voting
Alcohol sales banned nationwide for advance voting
PHUKET: A nationwide ban on the sale and distribution of alcohol will be enforced next weekend for advance voting in the Feb 8 national election.
Sea turtle lays 125 eggs on Karon Beach
Sea turtle lays 125 eggs on Karon Beach
PHUKET: A green sea turtle nest containing 125 eggs was discovered on Karon Beach, marking the third confirmed sea turtle nesting site in Phuket so far this year, officials have confirmed.
Kazakhstan Ambassador visits Phuket
Kazakhstan Ambassador visits Phuket
PHUKET: Markulan Baimukan, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Thailand, met with Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn yesterday (Jan 22) to strengthen cooperation in tourism and economic development, while reaffirming efforts to build confidence among Kazakhstani visitors to the island.
Thai citizenship-for-sale ring busted in Chiang Mai
Thai citizenship-for-sale ring busted in Chiang Mai
CHIANG MAI: Six officials, including two deputy district chiefs, have been arrested in Chiang Mai for allegedly falsifying permanent residency documents to grant Thai nationality to foreigners, mostly Chinese.
Smuggled cigarettes seized in Wichit shop raid
Smuggled cigarettes seized in Wichit shop raid
PHUKET: Provincial authorities have seized more than 1,700 smuggled cigarettes during a raid on a shop in Wichit as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal goods in the province.
Marine safety in focus after tour boat assists rival operator
Marine safety in focus after tour boat assists rival operator
PHUKET: A tour boat operated by 5 Star Marine diverted its journey to the Phi Phi Islands this morning (Jan 22) to assist another vessel from a different operator that encountered difficulties at sea.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thieving Tourist Caught Red-Handed In Phuket || Jan 22
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thieving Tourist Caught Red-Handed In Phuket || Jan 22
PHUKET XTRA - January 22 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Thailand seize early initiative
Thailand seize early initiative
ASEAN PARA GAMES: Thailand made a commanding start to the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, following Tuesday night’s (Jan 20) glittering opening ceremony with a dominant display across multiple disciplines yesterday.
Trump announces Greenland ‘framework’, backing off force and tariffs
Trump announces Greenland ‘framework’, backing off force and tariffs
DAVOS: US President Donald Trump backed down yesterday (Jan 21) on threats to seize Greenland by force from ally Denmark, announcing a vague deal aimed at ensuring security of the Arctic territory.
Enforcement of rules against open burning stepped up
Enforcement of rules against open burning stepped up
BANGKOK: The Pollution Control Department has ordered stepped-up surveillance of open burning as the seasonal risk of haze and dust pollution rises, according to director-general Surin Worakitthamrong.
German tourist arrested after spa theft caught on CCTV
German tourist arrested after spa theft caught on CCTV
PHUKET: Phuket City Police have arrested a 24-year-old German man after CCTV footage showed him stealing B2,000 cash from a spa in Phuket Town.
Thailand to host inaugural women’s FIFA Series 2026
Thailand to host inaugural women’s FIFA Series 2026
FOOTBALL: FIFA has confirmed that Thailand will host the women’s FIFA Series 2026, marking the first time an Asian nation has staged the pilot tournament.
Man missing after ignoring brother’s pleas at Sai Kaew
Man missing after ignoring brother’s pleas at Sai Kaew
PHUKET:  A 52-year-old man is missing after reportedly disappearing while swimming at Sai Kaew Beach in Mai Khao yesterday afternoon (Jan 21).
Strong baht may crimp bookings
Strong baht may crimp bookings
BANGKOK: With the baht strengthening against the US dollar, surpassing 31 to the greenback for the first time in almost five years, it should impact forward bookings for the next few months and during the low season, discouraging tourist spending.