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Meth bust in Pa Khlok sees over 7,000 pills seized
Meth bust in Pa Khlok sees over 7,000 pills seized
PHUKET: Officials in Phuket have arrested a man in Pa Khlok after a sting operation uncovered thousands of methamphetamine pills and a large quantity of crystal meth hidden in a rubber plantation.
Crackdown on Phuket’s illegal cigarette network uncovers links to influential figures
Crackdown on Phuket’s illegal cigarette network uncovers links to influential figures
PHUKET: Authorities have raided four locations in central Phuket as part of a major crackdown on illegal cigarette distribution, uncovering a smuggling network allegedly linked to influential individuals in the area.
Executive of contractor for doomed Bangkok building arrested
Executive of contractor for doomed Bangkok building arrested
BANGKOK: The Department of Special Investigation has arrested a Chinese executive of the construction company that was building the State Audit Office tower in Bangkok, where dozens of people died when it collapsed during the Mar 28 earthquake.
Russia and Ukraine trade blame over Easter truce, as Trump predicts ‘deal’
Russia and Ukraine trade blame over Easter truce, as Trump predicts ‘deal’
KRAMATORSK: Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating an Easter truce yesterday (Apr 20) as US President Donald Trump surprisingly announced that the war rivals could make a “deal” this week.
Liverpool on brink of title, Foxes relegated
Liverpool on brink of title, Foxes relegated
FOOTBALL: Trent Alexander-Arnold fired Liverpool to the brink of the Premier League title as his late strike sealed a 1-0 win that relegated Leicester after Arsenal’s 4-0 rout of Ipswich delayed the leaders’ coronation yesterday (Apr 20).
India’s elephant warning system tackles deadly conflict
India’s elephant warning system tackles deadly conflict
DHAWALPUR: In central India’s dry forests, community trackers hunt for signs of elephants to feed into an alert system that is helping prevent some of the hundreds of fatal tramplings each year.
How reward incentives can help Phuket clean up its act
How reward incentives can help Phuket clean up its act
Recently the Thai government introduced a controversial but potentially effective policy targeting e-cigarette users and sellers. Under this scheme, anyone reporting illegal vaping activities via the Thang Rath mobile app is eligible to receive 60% of the fines collected. Informants could earn as much as B3,000 from a single successful report, a compelling incentive to help enforce this public health measure.
Karon Police restart Kata landslide investigation
Karon Police restart Kata landslide investigation
PHUKET: The investigation into the deadly landslide in Kata last August that killed 13 people and injured many more has been delayed as Karon Police wait for documents to confirm the construction as a contributing factor for the landslide.
Step by Step: Phuket's Paradise Lost? Resale market faces Bangkok's condo conundrum
Step by Step: Phuket's Paradise Lost? Resale market faces Bangkok's condo conundrum
OPINION: The familiar thrum of the car tyres on the long drive from Phuket to Bangkok over Songkran usually fills me with a sense of anticipation. Swapping the frenetic beach parties of the island for the equally chaotic, yet somehow different, energy of the capital has become a tradition.
The importance of good housekeeping
The importance of good housekeeping
RUGBY: In January 2024 Abi Tierney became Welsh Rugby’s new CEO with a brief to make cultural and economic change. “It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done,” she recently admitted.
Rami Malek proves he’s no amateur
Rami Malek proves he’s no amateur
When it comes to heroes in spy films on our screen it feels like there are two extremes. You either get the highly trained at their job, like Ethan Hunt or James Bond, or you get the bumbling buffoon like Johnny English, who is there for comedic relief.
Phuket’s Alan Morison passes away
Phuket’s Alan Morison passes away
PHUKET: Alan Morison, veteran journalist and founder of the renowned local news blog Phuket Wan, has passed away after a year-long battle against cancer.
Japanese bus driver steals US$7, loses $84,000 pension
Japanese bus driver steals US$7, loses $84,000 pension
TOKYO: A Japanese bus driver with 29 years of service lost his retirement package worth US$84,000 (B2.8 million) after being fired for stealing $7 from passengers’ fares.
Illegal foreign tour guides hinder sector
Illegal foreign tour guides hinder sector
BANGKOK: Illegal foreign tour guides, including Chinese and other nationalities, are still operating in major tourist destinations, surviving by paying monthly bribes to officers, according to the Professional Tourist Guides Association of Thailand.
Liverpool poised for Premier League coronation, Leicester, Ipswich for relegation
Liverpool poised for Premier League coronation, Leicester, Ipswich for relegation
FOOTBALL: Liverpool could seal the Premier League tomorrow (Apr 20) should the runaway leaders condemn Leicester to relegation and Arsenal suffer a Champions League hangover by losing at Ipswich.
Officials investigate encroachment on wildlife reserve in Wichit
Officials investigate encroachment on wildlife reserve in Wichit
PHUKET: Officials are investigating ongoing encroachment on a protected wildlife reserve in Wichit amid concerns over land exploitation driven by Phuket’s rapid urban development and booming tourism industry.
Phuket officials address homelessness at ‘Economic Development’ meeting
Phuket officials address homelessness at ‘Economic Development’ meeting
PHUKET: Phuket officials focussed in part on the growing issue of homelessness in the area at a meeting of the Provincial Economic Development Committee held earlier this week.
SKÅL Phuket Sports Day
SKÅL Phuket Sports Day
Get ready for a day of fun with SKÅL members, family & friends! Put your game face on and enjoy a family-style brunch, with games and activities throughout the day. Casual sporty vibes | Foosball | Great food | Great company. Kindee Pizzaria & Steak House Cherntalay from 12:30 – 16:00. Adults THB 1,000 - Children THB 500. RSVP now – don’t miss it! Contact facebook.com/SkalPhuket
Anti-Money Laundering Office to reinstate policy on politicians
Anti-Money Laundering Office to reinstate policy on politicians
BANGKOK: The Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT) has received an assurance from the Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) that a shelved measure to rein in politicians who launder ill-got gains will be restored, says the agency's chief.
Chalong Hospital donations needed for operating room
Chalong Hospital donations needed for operating room
PHUKET: As with the recent call for donations to complete the Andaman region’s first government cancer treatment centre at Vachira Phuket Hospital, Chalong Hospital is now also calling for donations for a new operating room and medical equipment due to insufficient funding from the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH).