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Phuket MP leads charge for ‘cannabis zones’
Phuket MP leads charge for ‘cannabis zones’
PHUKET: The House of Representatives Tourism Committee has warned that the liberalisation of cannabis use is harming Thailand’s image as a tourism destination, with strong impacts on health and family tourism.
Microsoft to build three Thai data centres amid national AI push
Microsoft to build three Thai data centres amid national AI push
BANGKOK: Microsoft Thailand is constructing three local data centres under strategic partnerships to deliver localised cloud services. 
Phuket Northerners to host ‘Tan Kuai Salak’ merit-making ceremony
Phuket Northerners to host ‘Tan Kuai Salak’ merit-making ceremony
PHUKET: The Phuket-Andaman Northerners Association will host the traditional Tan Kuai Salak (Salak food offering) merit-making ceremony at Wat Thepwanaram (Wat Manik) in Thalang on Sunday, Sept 28, starting at 9am.
Vagabonds take to the road
Vagabonds take to the road
RUGBY: With local competition currently hard to come by, thoughts of an international tour had been enticing the Phuket Vagabonds Executive Committee for some time. Listed as a “to do” item at the most recent Annual General Meeting, it was time to make those ambitions a reality. Enter the Kuala Lumpur Tigers Fest 2025 on the weekend of August 30-31 – a celebration of rugby, fitness, music, food and fun!
Phuket moves forward with accreditation of drug rehabilitation centres
Phuket moves forward with accreditation of drug rehabilitation centres
PHUKET: Provincial officials have taken another step toward strengthening Phuket’s drug rehabilitation system, with a working group meeting yesterday (Sept 19) to consider the establishment and accreditation of treatment centres across the province.
More wind turbines, eco-tourism centre planned for Phromthep
More wind turbines, eco-tourism centre planned for Phromthep
PHUKET: The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has presented plans to install new wind turbines at the football field near Phromthep Cape to be a ‘Renewable Energy Station’ in Rawai.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Brits Caught In ‘Ram & Robbery’ Of Phuket Tourist, Big Plans For Phuket Stadium || Sept 19
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Brits Caught In ‘Ram & Robbery’ Of Phuket Tourist, Big Plans For Phuket Stadium || Sept 19
PHUKET XTRA - September 19 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
F1 title rivals bid to secure team title for McLaren
F1 title rivals bid to secure team title for McLaren
FORMULA ONE: Championship leader Oscar Piastri and teammate Lando Norris resume their world title battle in Azerbaijan this weekend, but could also secure McLaren the constructors’ crown.
Phuket Projects Shine at 20th Annual PropertyGuru Thailand Property Awards
Phuket Projects Shine at 20th Annual PropertyGuru Thailand Property Awards
Phuket’s finest developments were among the stars at the 20th anniversary celebration of the PropertyGuru Thailand Property Awards, held in Bangkok recently. Sansiri Public Company Limited won Best Luxury Condo Development (Phuket) and Best Luxury Condo Architectural Design (Phuket) for Canvas Cherngtalay, while AAG Development Co., Ltd. took home Best Luxury Housing/Villa Development (Phuket) for Naturale Phuket Luxury Pool Villas. Meanwhile, Land and Houses Public Company Limited triumphed with Vive Phuket named Best Luxury Housing Architectural Design (Phuket), further showcasing the island’s continuing appeal as a world-class destination for lifestyle, investment, and design.
Brits arrested for ‘ram and rob’ assault in Cherng Talay
Brits arrested for ‘ram and rob’ assault in Cherng Talay
PHUKET: Four British nationals have been arrested in connection with the violent ‘ram and rob’ attack in Cherng Talay yesterday (Sept 18), in which an American tourist knocked off his motorbike and robbed of a luxury watch valued at more than B2.3 million.
Private sector wants confidence, liquidity, stimulus from new PM
Private sector wants confidence, liquidity, stimulus from new PM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Thursday (Sept 18) brought his economic ministers to meet the Thai Chamber of Commerce, which asked him in return to focus on confidence, liquidity and economic stimulus.
Southeast Asian visitors power growth in visa-free arrivals in China
Southeast Asian visitors power growth in visa-free arrivals in China
BEIJING: Visa-free entries into China by foreign nationals rose by more than half in the first eight months of the year, with visitors from Southeast Asia accounting for a big part of the growth.
Dissolution timeframe confirmed
Dissolution timeframe confirmed
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed that the House of Representatives will be dissolved four months after the government delivers its policy statement to parliament.
Chinese embezzlement fugitive arrested in Phuket
Chinese embezzlement fugitive arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: A Chinese man wanted on an international arrest warrant for embezzlement of state property has been arrested in Phuket after overstaying his visa by 272 days.
Surakul Stadium strives for international standards
Surakul Stadium strives for international standards
PHUKET: Officials have declared that plans are on track to develop Surakul Stadium in line with international quality standards as renovation works at the Wichit-based venue continue.
American tourist rammed, robbed in Cherng Talay
American tourist rammed, robbed in Cherng Talay
PHUKET: An American tourist was assaulted and robbed in broad daylight yesterday (Sept 18) when two men in a Ford Everest SUV rammed him off his motorbike and robbed him of his B300,000 watch.
Drug tests target Patong nightlife venues
Drug tests target Patong nightlife venues
PHUKET: Six employees working at entertainment venues in Patong tested positive for drugs during a late-night inspection conducted by Kathu District Office.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Cabbies Block Rivals, Struck By Bus And Truck, Fatal Late Night Swim || Sept 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Cabbies Block Rivals, Struck By Bus And Truck, Fatal Late Night Swim || Sept 18
PHUKET XTRA - September 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Restaurants caught operating inside Sirinat National Park
Restaurants caught operating inside Sirinat National Park
PHUKET: Restaurants operating on the Mai Khao beachfront have been confirmed to be operating illegally within the boundaries of Sirinat National Park.
Courage and character yield results in Rugby Championship
Courage and character yield results in Rugby Championship
RUGBY: Elite sport can produce spectacular performances by teams as well as individuals, with players and coaches needing boundless courage and character.