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Russian cannabis dealer arrested in Phuket
Russian cannabis dealer arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: Wichit Police have arrested a Russian man accused of illegally selling cannabis products and e-cigarettes worth nearly B1 million.
New Thai travel agent chief seeks more state support for marketing
New Thai travel agent chief seeks more state support for marketing
BANGKOK: New Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) President Thanapol Cheewarattanaporn is requesting more state support for marketing campaigns and tourism development to draw foreign tourists, particularly the sluggish Chinese market.
Darasamut Underpass to close for lighting repairs
Darasamut Underpass to close for lighting repairs
PHUKET: The Phuket Highways Office has announced that the Darasamut Underpass will be closed overnight tonight (Mar 28) so that repairs can be carried out to the lighting system in the tunnel.
Phuket Dojo students on the medal trail in Beijing
Phuket Dojo students on the medal trail in Beijing
JUDO: The students from Phuket Dojo were on the medal trail again recently, capturing an impressive haul at the Beijing International Judo Open in China on Mar 15.
Phuket pollution chief assures air quality ‘still healthy’
Phuket pollution chief assures air quality ‘still healthy’
PHUKET: As Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinwatra visits the island today (Mar 28) for Thailand’s first ‘Sustainable Tourism Conference’, Chanthira Duangsai, Director of the Environmental Department and Pollution Control Region 15 office in Phuket, has assured that the air quality in Phuket is “still healthy”.
Cabinet approves casino bill
Cabinet approves casino bill
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Cabinet approved a draft law for casinos and entertainment complexes yesterday (Mar 27), as the government looks to attract more tourists and build a major gaming industry.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Attempted murder charges in Pa Khlok, Casino bill approved by cabinet, Phuket haze || March 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Attempted murder charges in Pa Khlok, Casino bill approved by cabinet, Phuket haze || March 27
PHUKET XTRA - March 27 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket prepares for Hotel & Real Estate Renovations ahead of this high season
Phuket prepares for Hotel & Real Estate Renovations ahead of this high season
Starting today, March 27, at the 3rd floor of Central Floresta Phuket, the Phuket Renovation 2025 exhibition showcases over 1,000 innovative products for renovation and construction. The event runs from March 27 – 30, with expectations of generating billions of baht in transactions among architects and contractors.
French murder suspect arrested in Phuket
French murder suspect arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration officers have arrested a 24-year-old French national wanted for murder and hostage-taking in a deadly prison break in France.
Phuket raids target Myanmar worker camps
Phuket raids target Myanmar worker camps
PHUKET: Phuket officials have conducted a series of raids targeting Myanmar workers under the banner of an “ongoing effort to crack down on illegal immigration and uncover any unlawful activities”. 
Two arrested for Myanmar shop robbery
Two arrested for Myanmar shop robbery
PHUKET: Thalang Police have arrested two suspects for the robbery of a Myanmar woman and resulted in the theft of nearly half a million baht from a grocery shop at a migrant worker’s camp
Fire engulfs car audio shop
Fire engulfs car audio shop
PHUKET: A fire at a car audio installation shop on Thepkrasattri Rd in Ratasda this morning (Mar 27) caused extensive damage to vehicles and property. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours before bringing it under control.
Tourism firms fear China rebuke over casino decision
Tourism firms fear China rebuke over casino decision
BANGKOK: Tourism operators are warning the Chinese market could significantly decline if Thailand legalises casinos and online gambling, after the issue was raised during the censure debate against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra earlier this week.
Haze starts to shroud Phuket
Haze starts to shroud Phuket
PHUKET: The haze across Phuket is continuing to build, with some reports marking several areas on the island reaching ‘red’ levels yesterday (Mar 26).
North Korea sent 3,000 more soldiers to Russia this year, says Seoul
North Korea sent 3,000 more soldiers to Russia this year, says Seoul
SEOUL: North Korea sent an additional 3,000 troops to Russia this year, and are continuing to supply missiles, artillery and ammunition to help Moscow fight Kyiv, Seoul’s military said today (Mar 27).
Minimum wage rise by May 1: Phiphat
Minimum wage rise by May 1: Phiphat
BANGKOK: Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn pledges a B400 wage increase by May 1, along with support measures for small and medium-sized (SME) businesses.
Women’s rugby steps into the limelight as Six Nations kicks off
Women’s rugby steps into the limelight as Six Nations kicks off
RUGBY: The euphoria surrounding the end of the men’s Six Nations has evaporated and now it is the turn of the women’s teams to take centre stage.
Chalong Police arrest 11 teen racers, seize six motorbikes
Chalong Police arrest 11 teen racers, seize six motorbikes
PHUKET: Chalong Police arrested 11 teenagers early yesterday morning (Mar 26) for loitering and causing a disturbance, seizing six motorcycles in the process.  
Russian man arrested for drunk and reckless driving
Russian man arrested for drunk and reckless driving
PHUKET: Police have arrested a Russian man for reckless driving while intoxicated, after he was caught endangering his family by allowing his children to hang out of his moving vehicle.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PM survives no-confidence vote, Over B500,000 stolen from Phuket worker’s camp || March 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: PM survives no-confidence vote, Over B500,000 stolen from Phuket worker’s camp || March 26
PHUKET XTRA - March 26 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand