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Thailand proposes sweeping amendments to Anti-Money Laundering Act
Thailand proposes sweeping amendments to Anti-Money Laundering Act
Thailand’s Ministry of Justice has unveiled draft amendments to the Anti Money Laundering Act B.E. 2542 (1999). This signalled a significant escalation in efforts to combat financial crime, corruption and illicit foreign ownership structures.
Building for the Future: Time Capsule Ceremony Marks Milestone at Layan Verde
Building for the Future: Time Capsule Ceremony Marks Milestone at Layan Verde
In northern Phuket, in the prestigious Layan area, construction has officially begun on Layan Verde – a landmark mixed-use development already being hailed as the island’s first truly iconic residential and resort real estate project. Developed by VillaCarte Group, this visionary undertaking is designed to set a new benchmark in sustainable luxury living, while enhancing Phuket’s appeal as a premium investment destination.
Princess Ubolratana to visit Phuket
Princess Ubolratana to visit Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket officials are preparing for the visit of Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi, who will travel to Phuket on June 6 to follow up on youth development projects and officially open the ‘To Be Number One Friend Center’ at Phuket Rajabhat University.
Deep crisis engulfs Phuket Andaman FC under silent owners
Deep crisis engulfs Phuket Andaman FC under silent owners
FOOTBALL: The dramatic, last-gasp survival of Phuket Andaman FC in Thai League 3 South now feels like a cruel mirage shimmering over a landscape of deepening crisis.
Slow Lake: Makeover at Nai Harn Lake hits bureaucratic snag
Slow Lake: Makeover at Nai Harn Lake hits bureaucratic snag
PHUKET: The long-stalled makeover of Nai Harn Lake has reignited the public after MP Chalermpong Saengdee visited the site and shared photos and videos online. The project, originally intended to improve the recreational space for locals and tourists, has drawn criticism for its prolonged delay, unfinished construction and potential safety risks.
Updates on Phuket Real Estate for Developers, Brokers and Industry Professionals
Updates on Phuket Real Estate for Developers, Brokers and Industry Professionals
Updates on Phuket Real Estate for Developers, Brokers and Industry Professionals You will have invaluable information on the most updated and most comprehensive survey of Phuket real estate markets as well as dialogue with real estate leaders in Phuket for great insights. It will be a great opportunity for constructive networking. To register visit - trebs.ac.th/e/231
Crunching the numbers with Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal
Crunching the numbers with Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal
If you ask a serious movie lover what is their favourite Ben Affleck movie you will be surprised how many answer The Accountant.
Grow Boating Evening - June 2025
Grow Boating Evening - June 2025
We look forward to seeing you at the June event at Boardwalk Bistro and Bar at Phuket Boat Lagoon from 5pm. We are delighted to announce that our drinks sponsor for the evening will be the Thailand Boat Festival which is set to take place at the Phuket Boat Lagoon marina from the 15th to the 18th of January 2026. There will be a delicious buffet sponsored by the Boardwalk Bistro and Bar for all attendees. Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee. Find us at facebook.com/GrowBoatingPhuket/
The Space Rock that missed us... but might sock the Moon
The Space Rock that missed us... but might sock the Moon
Once upon a starlit evening in December 2024, astronomers discovered something small, fast and potentially very rude hurtling through our solar neighbourhood. They named it Asteroid 2024 YR4 - because apparently “Doom Pebble” didn’t make it past the naming committee.
Phuket park chief warns of alcohol ban in Sirinat
Phuket park chief warns of alcohol ban in Sirinat
PHUKET: Siriwat Suebsai, Chief of Sirinat National Park, has warned all park-goers that the ban on consuming alcohol within national parks applies in Phuket.
Labour Minister visits Phuket to boost Thai workers and marine tourism
Labour Minister visits Phuket to boost Thai workers and marine tourism
PHUKET: Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn visited Phuket yesterday (May 2) to open a welding skills test and support training for marine tourism jobs.
Dates set for 19th annual Laguna Phuket Marathon
Dates set for 19th annual Laguna Phuket Marathon
MARATHON: Organisers have confirmed they expect over 8,000 athletes from more than 50 countries to descend on Phuket during the weekend of June 13-15 for the 19th annual Laguna Phuket Marathon.
Police arrest Israeli man for stealing motorbike
Police arrest Israeli man for stealing motorbike
PHUKET: Following a joint operation between Phuket Immigration and Wichit Police, officers have arrested a 37-year-old Israeli man for stealing a motorbike from Dibuk Hospital.
Man poses as food delivery rider to get cash for meth
Man poses as food delivery rider to get cash for meth
PHUKET: A 29-year-old man accused of scamming food vendors across Phuket has been arrested by Phuket City Police after a weeks-long investigation.
Skål Goes Parisian – A Night of Style & Connections
Skål Goes Parisian – A Night of Style & Connections
Our host of the month of May, Marie Berthe, extends a warm invitation to all Skalleagues for an evening of French flair & Island Charm at the Hilton Garden Inn Bangtao, Phuket. Registration from 6pm. Members B1,200 - Non-Members B1,600. Bookings - contact@skalphuket.org
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Young Phuket ‘bomb makers’ thought they got away with it, Boat taxis on the way?|| May 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Young Phuket ‘bomb makers’ thought they got away with it, Boat taxis on the way?|| May 2
PHUKET XTRA - May 2 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Labourers raise B150K for Vachira cancer centre
Labourers raise B150K for Vachira cancer centre
PHUKET: Phuket provincial officials marked National Labour Day 2025 yesterday (May 1) with the event ‘Labourers for the Light’. raising more than B150,000 to support the construction of the province’s first government cancer centre at Vachira Phuket Hospital.
Top-five race heats up as Saints try to avoid unwanted history
Top-five race heats up as Saints try to avoid unwanted history
FOOTBALL: Liverpool have wrapped up the Premier League title and the three relegated teams know their fate but the fight for the top five is reaching a climax.
13 more bodies recovered from collapsed Bangkok building
13 more bodies recovered from collapsed Bangkok building
BANGKOK: Rescuers retrieved 13 more bodies from the debris of the collapsed State Audit Office (SAO) building in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district today (May 2), bringing the death toll to 74, with nine injuries and around 20 people still missing.
Thalang roadblock checkpoints for meth continue
Thalang roadblock checkpoints for meth continue
PHUKET: Road checkpoints in Mai Khao on Wednesday night (Apr 30) saw the “random” testing for drugs of 80 people, of whom nine tested positive and “voluntarily” entered treatment, the Thalang District Office has reported.