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Singapore Education Talk 2025 by SG Gateway
Singapore Education Talk 2025 by SG Gateway
Phuket! Join us at Singapore Education Talk 2025 by SG Gateway. 19 September 2025, 3:00–6:00 PM. Held at Bayaco Phuket. Discover opportunities to study in Singapore — from language courses, study camps, bachelor’s and master’s programs — with direct insights from: Singapore Management University (SMU), Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), James Cook University (Singapore Campus), PSB Academy, 3dsense Media School and NTU & SMU Camp (Dec 2025). Register now: https://forms.gle/d4fiuW86hXMC8dHz8
Phuket launches road safety drive for locals and tourists
Phuket launches road safety drive for locals and tourists
PHUKET: Phuket officials have stepped up efforts to improve road safety for both residents and visitors with a series of initiatives, including a seminar on safety guidelines and a new helmet awareness campaign.
Four arrested in Patong dice gambling raid
Four arrested in Patong dice gambling raid
PHUKET: Four men have been arrested in Patong after Kathu District officials raided an illegal dice gambling den hidden behind a chicken coop.
Chaiyaphum peddles rice to Phuket
Chaiyaphum peddles rice to Phuket
PHUKET: Officials from Chaiyaphum Province staged a promotional event in Phuket yesterday (Sept 15) to showcase its rice and other quality agricultural products, aiming to expand markets and strengthen farmer incomes through value-added processing.
Lawmakers aim to end wrongful bank account freezes
Lawmakers aim to end wrongful bank account freezes
BANGKOK: Senate committees have proposed measures to combat a wave of wrongful account freezes as part of an effort to eliminate “mule accounts”, which have been affecting innocent citizens.
Seaplane port to open in Trang
Seaplane port to open in Trang
BANGKOK; The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand plans to open a seaplane port in the southern province of Trang later this year.
Arab, Muslim leaders urge review of Israel ties after Qatar attack
Arab, Muslim leaders urge review of Israel ties after Qatar attack
DOHA: Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha yesterday (Sept 15) following last week’s deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital.
Woman found dead at Cherng Talay area hotel
Woman found dead at Cherng Talay area hotel
PHUKET: Police are investigating the death of a 26-year-old woman found in her hotel room at a  hotel in a resort complex in Cherng Talay yesterday afternoon (Sept 15).
CIB seizes 200,000 meth pills after highway chase in Phang Nga
CIB seizes 200,000 meth pills after highway chase in Phang Nga
PHANG NGA: Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) officers seized more than 200,000 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) after intercepting a pickup truck during a high-speed chase in Takua Pa District yesterday (Sept 15).
Cabinet list to go to King this week
Cabinet list to go to King this week
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed the new Cabinet list is complete and will be submitted for royal endorsement within the week.
Lively start to Sakhu OrBorTor election race
Lively start to Sakhu OrBorTor election race
PHUKET: The first day of registration for the Sakhu Tambon Administrative Organisation (OrBorTor) election saw a lively atmosphere yesterday (Sept 15), with two major teams entering the race to lead the subdistrict through what promises to be a closely watched contest.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Road Officially Opens, Weeding Out Cannabis Shops, Patong Parking Crackdown || Sept 15
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Road Officially Opens, Weeding Out Cannabis Shops, Patong Parking Crackdown || Sept 15
PHUKET XTRA - September 15 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Myanmar junta says no voting in dozens of constituencies
Myanmar junta says no voting in dozens of constituencies
YANGON: Myanmar’s junta acknowledged today (Sept 15) its long-promised election would not be held in about one in seven national parliament constituencies, as it battles myriad rebel forces opposed to the poll.
Haaland-inspired Man City inflict derby demolition on Man Utd
Haaland-inspired Man City inflict derby demolition on Man Utd
FOOTBALL: Erling Haaland struck twice as Manchester City inflicted another damaging defeat on Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim with a comprehensive 3-0 win yesterday (Sept 14).
Baan Don street procession marks ‘Jad’ festival
Baan Don street procession marks ‘Jad’ festival
PHUKET: Local residents of Baan Don in Tambon Thepkrasattri, Thalang, braved heavy rains today (Sept 15) to celebrate the annual ‘Jad’ procession, continuing a cherished tradition that marks one of Phuket’s most important Buddhist merit-making occasions.
Snowbirds Charity Golf Classic
Snowbirds Charity Golf Classic
Tee off at one of Phuket’s most anticipated charity tournaments — the 3rd Annual Snowbirds Charity Golf Classic, happening Saturday, November 29, 2025 at the stunning Aquella Golf & Country Club. Limited to just 88 players, this Texas Scramble promises a day of friendly competition, great prizes, and unforgettable networking with business and community leaders. With raffles, auctions, and sponsor showcases, it’s more than golf — it’s the event everyone wants to be part of this season.
PPAO celebrates ‘Retracing the History of Islam in Phuket’
PPAO celebrates ‘Retracing the History of Islam in Phuket’
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) staged a cultural and educational event of the weekend highlighting the history and heritage of Islam in Phuket, with the aim of strengthening community ties and fostering greater understanding among residents.
Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton dead at 46
Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton dead at 46
BOXING: Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton has died aged 46, Britain’s Press Association news agency reported yesterday (Sept 14).
Phuket targets B550bn revenue during high tourism season
Phuket targets B550bn revenue during high tourism season
PHUKET: Phuket is setting an ambitious tourism revenue target of 550 billion baht for the upcoming high season, with early indicators suggesting a strong recovery approaching pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
New road behind Wat Tha Reua officially opens
New road behind Wat Tha Reua officially opens
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat officially has opened the newly expanded road behind Wat Tha Reua, south of the Heroines Monument, marking the completion of a long-awaited project to ease congestion on Thepkrasattri Rd and improve safety for motorists.