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PSU team shine at global automotive comp
PSU team shine at global automotive comp
MOTORSPORTS: Seven students from Prince Songkla University (PSU) in Phuket made a name for themselves recently after impressing and winning several awards at a major automotive competition in Japan.
Queen Mother passes away
Queen Mother passes away
BANGKOK: Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother passed away peacefully at 9.21pm on Friday (Oct 24) at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced.
Sakhu voters head to the polls
Sakhu voters head to the polls
PHUKET: Following the resignation of Sakhu Tambon Administrative Organisation (OrBorTor) Chief Trin Panyawai on Aug 28, eligible voters in Sakhu will head to the polls tomorrow (Oct 26) to elect a new council.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Aftermath Of Heavy Rain, Schedule For Phuket Vegetarian Festival || Oct 24
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Aftermath Of Heavy Rain, Schedule For Phuket Vegetarian Festival || Oct 24
PHUKET XTRA - October 24 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Isak-less Liverpool look to hit stride, Man City 'back' to their best
Isak-less Liverpool look to hit stride, Man City 'back' to their best
FOOTBALL: Liverpool must halt their three-game Premier League losing streak with tomorrow’s (Oct 25) visit to Brentford to remain in touch with Arsenal and in-form Manchester City.
No foreign guides, govt warns
No foreign guides, govt warns
BANGKOK: The Labour Ministry has issued a stern warning that tour guiding is a profession strictly reserved for Thai nationals, and that foreigners working as guides will face legal action or deportation.
Verstappen chasing glory as McLaren duo bid to bounce back
Verstappen chasing glory as McLaren duo bid to bounce back
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen chases a fourth win in five starts this weekend as he bids to heap more pressure on McLaren duo Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris at the Mexico City Grand Prix, one of his most rewarding tracks.
Trump heads to Asia and high-stakes meeting with Xi
Trump heads to Asia and high-stakes meeting with Xi
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump embarks on a major trip to Asia this week with all eyes on a meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping that has huge implications for the global economy.
Samkong Shrine leads third day of Veg Fest processions
Samkong Shrine leads third day of Veg Fest processions
PHUKET: The Samkong Shrine in Phuket Town held its sacred image procession, known as the ‘Iw Keng’, today (Oct 24), marking the third day of the citywide processions and the fourth day of the annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2025.
Kathu Marathon stretches its legs
Kathu Marathon stretches its legs
MARATHON: Keen runners have the chance to truly stretch their legs after it was confirmed a full 42-kilometre marathon will feature in this year’s annual running event in Kathu.
Two divers rescued after missing off Racha Noi
Two divers rescued after missing off Racha Noi
PHUKET: Two divers who went missing off Koh Racha Noi yesterday afternoon (Oct 23) were found safe after an extensive search led by the Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre Region 3 branch (Thai MECC 3), based at the Royal Thai Navy Third Naval Area Command at Cape Panwa.
Myanmar scam centre raid sends hundreds fleeing to Thailand
Myanmar scam centre raid sends hundreds fleeing to Thailand
BANGKOK: More than 600 people fled one of Myanmar’s most notorious scam centres and crossed into Thailand, a Thai provincial official told AFP yesterday (Oct 23), after a military raid on the compound.
Phuket honours King Chulalongkorn
Phuket honours King Chulalongkorn
PHUKET: Phuket officials, local residents, and community leaders gathered yesterday morning (Oct 23), before the heavy rains came down, to pay tribute to King Chulalongkorn the Great (Rama V) on the occasion of Chulalongkorn Day 2025.
Skål Phuket November AGM & Dinner
Skål Phuket November AGM & Dinner
Our host of the month of November, Vincent Delsol, extends a warm invitation to all Skalleagues and friends of Skål for a great evening at Phuket Pullman Panwa Beach Resort. Join us for an elegant evening by the sea as Skål International Phuket welcomes members and guests for our November Networking Dinner. The evening begins with the AGM at 5pm (members only) followed by networking drinks at 6pm at Edge Beach Club, followed by a Thai Night Market-themed dinner at Aqua Restaurant from 7:30pm, celebrating friendship, culture, and the vibrant spirit of Thailand. Members B1200 - Non-Members B1600. Bookings - contact@skalphuket.org
Patong takes brunt of flooding as heavy rain batters Phuket
Patong takes brunt of flooding as heavy rain batters Phuket
PHUKET: Patong bore the worst of Phuket’s flooding yesterday (Oct 23) as continuous heavy rain from Tropical Storm ‘Fengshen’ triggered flash floods and widespread disruption across the island.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Spirit Mediums In The Streets, Phuket Veg Fest Schedule, Poker Tourney Banned Again || Oct 23
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Spirit Mediums In The Streets, Phuket Veg Fest Schedule, Poker Tourney Banned Again || Oct 23
PHUKET XTRA - October 23 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Cabinet mulls easing entertainment zoning rules
Cabinet mulls easing entertainment zoning rules
BANGKOK: As the government reinstates a study to eliminate zoning rules for entertainment venues and ease the afternoon alcohol sales ban, business operators in the Khao San area in Bangkok say the effort could reduce illegal overtime operations, but certain zones should remain to avoid disturbing nearby neighbourhoods.
Poker recriminalised after briefly being legal
Poker recriminalised after briefly being legal
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, in his capacity as interior minister, has banned poker, reversing his Pheu Thai predecessor’s decision to decriminalise it just over two months ago.
Sapam Shrine holds street procession
Sapam Shrine holds street procession
PHUKET: Thousands of residents and visitors dressed in white lined the streets of Phuket Town today (Oct 23) to witness the Iw Keng procession from Sapam and Bang Khu shrines ‒ one of the most revered rituals of the Phuket Vegetarian Festival, which this year celebrates its 200th anniversary.
Police seize 13 modified motorbikes, detain 45 youths in Veg Fest patrol
Police seize 13 modified motorbikes, detain 45 youths in Veg Fest patrol
PHUKET: Phuket City Police seized 13 modified motorbikes and detained 45 youths during patrols at Saphan Hin last night to prevent disturbances during the annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival.