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‘Makes no sense’: Hollywood shocked by Trump’s film tariffs announcement
‘Makes no sense’: Hollywood shocked by Trump’s film tariffs announcement
LOS ANGELES: Hollywood has reacted with skepticism to US President Donald Trump’s announcement of 100% tariffs on foreign films, with movie insiders calling it a policy made up on the fly by a president who fails to understand how the industry works.
Myanmar man steals B1.1mn cash from employer's Bang Tao home safe
Myanmar man steals B1.1mn cash from employer's Bang Tao home safe
PHUKET: A 23-year-old Myanmar national has been arrested for stealing over B1.1 million in cash from his employer’s home in Bang Tao, police have confirmed.
Endangered Malayan tiger spotted again in southern Thailand
Endangered Malayan tiger spotted again in southern Thailand
YALA: Wildlife authorities have confirmed a rare sighting of the endangered Malayan tiger (Panthera tigris jacksoni) in Bang Lang National Park, marking another major milestone in the country’s conservation efforts.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Wanted Aussie caught over armed robbery, Missing sailor found, Plane crash probe || May 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Wanted Aussie caught over armed robbery, Missing sailor found, Plane crash probe || May 6
PHUKET XTRA - May 6 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Seaplane Travel Arrives in the Andaman: Thai Seaplane Expands Fleet and Opens Phuket–Koh Kradan Route with 20-Minute Flights
Seaplane Travel Arrives in the Andaman: Thai Seaplane Expands Fleet and Opens Phuket–Koh Kradan Route with 20-Minute Flights
Phuket, Thailand — Thai Seaplane, Thailand’s first and only seaplane service provider, is redefining how travelers move between Thailand’s airports and island destinations with a premium new approach to regional travel.
Tourism officials wary of Vietnam
Tourism officials wary of Vietnam
BANGKOK: Tourism operators fear Thailand will lose its position as the top Southeast Asian destination to Vietnam in a few years as the latter reported nearly 50% inbound market growth in March compared with the pre-pandemic period, while Thailand struggles with sluggish growth.
Environment Minister targets Phuket coastal erosion
Environment Minister targets Phuket coastal erosion
PHUKET: Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Chalermchai Sri-on has announced that officials will expand a project at Sai Kaew Beach, at the northern end of the island, to combat coastal erosion.
New Zealand PM proposes banning under-16s from social media
New Zealand PM proposes banning under-16s from social media
WELLINGTON: New Zealand’s Prime Minister today (May 6) proposed banning children under 16 from social media, stressing the need to shield them from the perils of big tech platforms.
British Embassy completes Southern Thailand Roadshow
British Embassy completes Southern Thailand Roadshow
PHUKET: The British Embassy in Bangkok has successfully concluded an outreach roadshow to Southern Thailand, marking a key milestone in the celebration of 170 years of diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and Thailand.
Canadian sailor found safe
Canadian sailor found safe
PHUKET: The search for the missing catamaran ‘Liliput’ took a positive turn yesterday (May 5), after the vessel was located near Koh Racha Noi.
Pita vows comeback to be 'best prime minister'
Pita vows comeback to be 'best prime minister'
KHON KAEN: Pita Limjaroenrat has confirmed he will be returning from a political ban which still has nine years to run to “be the best prime minister of Thailand.”
Springboks, Black Ferns win Rugby World Sevens
Springboks, Black Ferns win Rugby World Sevens
RUGBY SEVENS: South Africa’s men and New Zealand’s women captured the Rugby Sevens World Championship 2025 titles on Sunday (May 4) in Los Angeles.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: The failed makeover of Nai Harn, Phi Phi bribery and corruption, Elaborate meth plan || May 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: The failed makeover of Nai Harn, Phi Phi bribery and corruption, Elaborate meth plan || May 5
PHUKET XTRA - May 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Probe into collapsed Bangkok tower is unacceptably slow, says PM
Probe into collapsed Bangkok tower is unacceptably slow, says PM
BANGKOK: The investigation into the collapsed State Audit Office tower is unacceptably slow, despite officials saying it would be unusually fast, according to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Three in a row Piastri wins in Miami to lead McLaren one-two
Three in a row Piastri wins in Miami to lead McLaren one-two
FORMULA ONE: Oscar Piastri made it a hat-trick of wins with victory in the Miami Grand Prix yesterday (May 4) as McLaren enjoyed a one-two on the podium to continue their dominant Formula One season.
Anutin ‘not blacklisted by ISOC’
Anutin ‘not blacklisted by ISOC’
BANGKOK: The Royal Thai Army has denied claims that Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is blacklisted by the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) for exploiting the monarchy for political gain.
Singapore ruling party wins election in landslide
Singapore ruling party wins election in landslide
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s ruling party has notched a resounding win in general elections, official results showed early yesterday (May 4), giving Prime Minister Lawrence Wong the clear mandate he sought from voters.
Australian arrested at airport on robbery charges
Australian arrested at airport on robbery charges
PHUKET: An Australian man wanted in connection with an armed robbery has been arrested by Thai immigration officers at Suvarnabhumi Airport, officials confirmed.
NACC cracks down on corruption at Similans, Phi Phi national parks
NACC cracks down on corruption at Similans, Phi Phi national parks
PHUKET: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has stepped up efforts to tackle corruption in marine national parks, joining forces with special task forces to monitor E-Ticket revenue systems and investigate alleged misconduct by park officials and private operators at the Similans and the Phi Phi Islands.
Suryavanshi dubbed cricket’s ‘next superstar’ after batting records tumble
Suryavanshi dubbed cricket’s ‘next superstar’ after batting records tumble
CRICKET: Teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been touted as “Indian cricket's next superstar” after the 14-year-old’s IPL century off 35 balls shattered batting records.