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Uzbek woman arrested for illegal beauty clinic in Chalong
Uzbek woman arrested for illegal beauty clinic in Chalong
PHUKET: A woman from Uzbekistan has been arrested for allegedly operating an illegal beauty clinic in Chalong without a license.
Officials demand B12mn over cargo ship reef damage
Officials demand B12mn over cargo ship reef damage
PHUKET: Thai authorities are seeking B12 million in compensation from the owners of a Myanmar cargo ship that ran aground near the Surin Islands and caused extensive damage to coral reefs.
How To Train Your Dragon remake breathes fire
How To Train Your Dragon remake breathes fire
When Dreamworks first announced that they were planning on making a live action remake of the classic animation How To Train Your Dragon many fans were confused. Why would they want to remake a film that many people already regard as a classic.
Queensland hold off NSW to force State of Origin decider
Queensland hold off NSW to force State of Origin decider
RUGBY: A rejuvenated Queensland forced a decider in the best-of-three State of Origin rugby league series yesterday (June 18), after a 26-24 upset over New South Wales in wet conditions.
Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi marks 80th birthday in junta jail
Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi marks 80th birthday in junta jail
YANGON: Myanmar’s deposed democratic leader Aung San Suu Kyi marked her 80th birthday in junta detention today (June 19), serving a raft of sentences set to last the rest of her life.
Bhumjaithai quits Thai coalition over phone-call furore
Bhumjaithai quits Thai coalition over phone-call furore
BANGKOK: The Bhumjaithai Party has announced its withdrawal from Thailand’s coalition government, while calling for Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to take responsibility for comments in a leaked audio clip that threaten confidence in her leadership.
Phuket punts for 'cannabis zones'
Phuket punts for 'cannabis zones'
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has announced that plans are in motion to have local authorities regulate where and when cannabis may be sold and consumed across the island, following a slew of complaints about the impact on local residents and tourists.
Thailand to bid for five-year F1 race deal
Thailand to bid for five-year F1 race deal
FORMULA ONE: Thailand’s Cabinet has approved a plan to bid for the right to hold Formula One races in Bangkok for five years starting in 2028, at a cost of B40 billion, according to the tourism and sports minister.
Phuket Job Fair puts more than 1,500 jobs up for grabs
Phuket Job Fair puts more than 1,500 jobs up for grabs
PHUKET: More than 1,500 job vacancies were on offer at the ‘Phuket Job Fair 2025’ yesterday (June 18), giving job seekers in the province an opportunity to meet employers directly and secure employment across a wide range of industries.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bangkok F1 dream accelerates, Phuket’s Miss World returns, Aussie scam gang bust || June 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bangkok F1 dream accelerates, Phuket’s Miss World returns, Aussie scam gang bust || June 18
PHUKET XTRA - June 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Scam gang targeting Australians busted in Thailand
Scam gang targeting Australians busted in Thailand
SAMUT PRAKAN: Thai police have arrested 13 foreign nationals accused of running a call centre scam that defrauded Australian nationals out of about B32 million over the past year.
German ‘City Lab’ eyes ‘green’ solutions for Phuket transport
German ‘City Lab’ eyes ‘green’ solutions for Phuket transport
PHUKET: A new phase of the Thai-German cooperation project on energy, transportation, and climate change has kicked off in Phuket, with the launch of the ‘City Lab’ initiative aimed at developing sustainable solutions to urban mobility.
PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has allocated more than B2.7 million for three key projects aimed at strengthening the province’s agricultural and local economic sectors under its 2025 development plan.
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PHUKET: Thailand’s Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra has praised Phuket-born Suchata Chuangsri, better known as “Nong Opal,” after she became the first Thai woman in history to win the Miss World crown.
Thai FA Targets 2027 Women’s World Cup
Thai FA Targets 2027 Women’s World Cup
FOOTBALL: The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has officially launched a strategic plan for women’s football under the vision “From Grassroots to Greatness,” reaffirming its commitment to returning the Thai women’s national team, known as “Chaba Kaew,” to the FIFA Women’s World Cup stage with the campaign “Road to Brazil 2027.”
Rotary charity concert - Uniting for Good
Rotary charity concert - Uniting for Good
In celebration of the position of District Governor and President’s of the 11 Rotary Club’s Year 121 in Phuket. To raise funds for medical equipment for Chalong Hospital. At The Pago Design Hotel, Phuket. From 17.30-23.00. Come join us for a concert by The Billboard (by Chompoo Fruity and Pom Autobahn), with hit songs from the 70s-90s. Tickets are 1,500 / 2,000pp / 3,000 including food (Chinese style food / tables seat 10). Reserve a table - Khun Kakanang - Thai - 095 412 8588 / Khun Alex - Eng - 098 296 6508.
Slain Phuket soldier honoured with Islamic burial
Slain Phuket soldier honoured with Islamic burial
PHUKET: A solemn burial ceremony was held at Nai Yang last night for Private First Class (PFC) Pakom Suden, 22, who was shot and killed by a sniper while on patrol in Yala’s Bannang Sata district yesterday (June 17).
G7 rallies behind Ukraine after abrupt Trump exit
G7 rallies behind Ukraine after abrupt Trump exit
KANANASKIS: Group of Seven powers, holding talks yesterday (June 17) at a summit that Donald Trump left early, promised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fresh support as Russia stepped up attacks on its neighbour.
Cambodia bans all imports of Thai fruit, vegetables
Cambodia bans all imports of Thai fruit, vegetables
TRAT: Cambodia banned all imports of Thai fruit and vegetables yesterday (June 17) in response to Thailand’s refusal to fully open all border checkpoints.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand’s weed rethink: prescriptions ahead, Kata landslide ruled ‘natural disaster’ || June 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand’s weed rethink: prescriptions ahead, Kata landslide ruled ‘natural disaster’ || June 17
PHUKET XTRA - June 17 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand