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Muay Thai event raises funds for local college
Muay Thai event raises funds for local college
MUAY THAI: A charity Muay Thai boxing match organised to help renovation work at Phuket Technical College was held on Monday (June 2).
Thailand rejects the International Court of Justice’s jurisdiction
Thailand rejects the International Court of Justice’s jurisdiction
BANGKOK: Thailand does not recognise the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the land dispute with neighbouring Cambodia.
Navy races to prevent more damage after Myanmar cargo ship sinks on Surin Islands corals
Navy races to prevent more damage after Myanmar cargo ship sinks on Surin Islands corals
PHUKET: National park officers along with personnel from the Thai Maritime Enforcement Commander Centre Region 3 branch (Thai MECC 3), based in Phuket, are scrambling to prevent any more damage to corals after a Myanmar cargo ship ran aground at Mu Ko Surin National Park last Sunday (June 1).
Phuket landlady pleads for help as mentally ill neighbour sparks year-long ordeal
Phuket landlady pleads for help as mentally ill neighbour sparks year-long ordeal
PHUKET: A distraught landlady in Chalong has turned to the media after enduring over a year of fear and frustration caused by a mentally unstable neighbour, claiming repeated police inaction and lack of long-term mental health support have left her with no choice.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket cops praised for enforcing the law, Ship runs aground on coral reef off Phuket || June 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket cops praised for enforcing the law, Ship runs aground on coral reef off Phuket || June 5
PHUKET XTRA - June 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Officials bumble over unlicensed kindergarten in Cherng Talay
Officials bumble over unlicensed kindergarten in Cherng Talay
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Education Area Office seems to be confused about what to do with an unregistered kindergarten operating in Cherng Talay ‒ other than no legal action will be taken against the business for promoting itself as a school despite not having been approved by education officials.
Kunlavut confirmed as new World No.1
Kunlavut confirmed as new World No.1
BADMINTON: Kunlavut Vitidsarn has officially been confirmed as the new World No.1 player after the latest rankings were released on Tuesday (June 3) by the World Badminton Federation (BWF).
Vietnam scraps two-child limit as birth rate declines
Vietnam scraps two-child limit as birth rate declines
HANOI: Vietnam’s communist government has scrapped its long-standing policy of limiting families to two children, state media said yesterday (June 4), as the country battles to reverse a declining birth rate.
Police fine foreign supercar drivers for illegal parking
Police fine foreign supercar drivers for illegal parking
PHUKET: Phuket City Police are receiving praise on social media for treating all drivers equally after issuing traffic tickets to several foreign tourists who parked luxury supercars in no-parking zones in front of a popular restaurant in downtown Phuket.
Poland defeat Thai women in VNL opener
Poland defeat Thai women in VNL opener
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand opened their FIVB Women’s Volleyball Nations League 2025 campaign with a 3-0 loss (22-25, 24-26, 22-25) to sixth-ranked Poland at the National Indoor Stadium in Beijing yesterday (June 4).
70 officials named in Bangkok tower collapse scandal
70 officials named in Bangkok tower collapse scandal
BANGKOK: About 70 state officials have been implicated in bidding collusion linked to the doomed State Audit Office (SAO) building in Bangkok, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) said yesterday (June 4).
Thai tourism stimulus budget taking shape
Thai tourism stimulus budget taking shape
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Tourism and Sports expects a stimulus budget of B13.3 billion to generate B267bn for the Thai economy, after combining development plans for tourism areas with other agencies.
Phuket Town launches ‘PRIDE Bunny’, gears up for Pride 2025
Phuket Town launches ‘PRIDE Bunny’, gears up for Pride 2025
PHUKET: Phuket Town’s historic old town area has come alive with a splash of colour as the island officially kicked off its Pride Month celebrations with the launch of the ‘PRIDE Bunny’, the mascot for the Phuket City Pride 2025 celebrations.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong Hotel fall claims tourist’s life, Tiger Kingdom responds to allegations || June 4
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong Hotel fall claims tourist’s life, Tiger Kingdom responds to allegations || June 4
PHUKET XTRA - June 4 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket health officials raise concern over rising syphilis cases
Phuket health officials raise concern over rising syphilis cases
PHUKET: Health authorities in Phuket are warning of a concerning rise in syphilis cases following the easing of the COVID-19 pandemic, with cases now reported across all three districts of the province.
British tourist dies after fall at Patong hotel
British tourist dies after fall at Patong hotel
PHUKET: A 58-year-old British tourist has died after a fall from a walkway at a hotel in Patong in the early hours of this morning (June 4).
Elysium Cafe & Bathhouse
Elysium Cafe & Bathhouse
Elysium Café & Bathhouse in Rawai is your new go-to for quality coffee, healthy food, and a relaxing atmosphere. Our beautifully designed, air-conditioned space offers lush green views, indoor and outdoor seating, and a calm vibe perfect for working, catching up with friends, or taking a break from the heat. Enjoy premium coffee, protein shakes, fresh juices, and a variety of delicious dishes from our all-day breakfast and lunch menu. We also serve homemade cakes, baked goods, and wholesome desserts made with care. Our friendly, attentive staff are here to make sure every visit is welcoming and comfortable. Whether you’re fueling up post-workout, meeting friends, or just treating yourself, Elysium offers a perfect blend of quality, taste, and experience. Stop by and discover one of Rawai’s hidden gems.
Thailand eye India victory ahead of Asian Cup qualifier
Thailand eye India victory ahead of Asian Cup qualifier
FOOTBALL: Thailand take on India in a FIFA Day match today (June 4) but their coach Masatada Ishii said his mind was more on the War Elephants’ AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Turkmenistan next week.
Musk blasts Trump mega-bill days after farewell
Musk blasts Trump mega-bill days after farewell
WASHINGTON: Tensions between Elon Musk and Donald Trump erupted yesterday (June 3) as the world’s richest man derided the President’s key piece of economic legislation in a startling rupture just days after exiting a controversial job in the White House.
Locals tire of tourists urinating in Soi Saensabai
Locals tire of tourists urinating in Soi Saensabai
PHUKET: A video of a foreign tourist urinating in public on a busy street in Patong has gone viral, sparking widespread criticism and calls for action from authorities.