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Irishman killed, struck by car at speed in Khao Lak
Irishman killed, struck by car at speed in Khao Lak
PHANG NGA: A 54-year-old Irishman was killed when he was struck by a car travelling at speed on the main road through Khao Lak last night (Mar 17)
JFK assassination files set to be released
JFK assassination files set to be released
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump said his administration would today (Mar 18) release remaining government files on the assassination of president John F. Kennedy - a case that still fuels conspiracy theories more than 60 years after his death.
Phuket officials raid free charity school for Myanmar children
Phuket officials raid free charity school for Myanmar children
PHUKET: Following a popular YouTuber posting a video highlighting the biggest slum community on the island, Phuket officials in their wisdom have raided a free charity-run school that provides free education and free lunches to children in the area.
Iranian tourist subdued after stabbing Phuket hotel staff with syringe
Iranian tourist subdued after stabbing Phuket hotel staff with syringe
PHUKET: Police were forced to use a stun gun to subdue an Iranian tourist who stabbed hotel staff with a syringe in Kata yesterday evening (Mar 17).
Thai League 1 Deep Dive: Matchday 25
Thai League 1 Deep Dive: Matchday 25
FOOTBALL: Port FC and True Bangkok United played out a goalless draw in a closely contested Thai League 1 encounter at the PAT Stadium on Sunday (Mar 16).
Defence volunteer blown up by time bomb in her car
Defence volunteer blown up by time bomb in her car
PATTANI: A defence volunteer was blown up by a time bomb, placed in her car by separatist insurgents, while on her way to work in Kapho district yesterday (Mar 17).
RTP to probe cop caught cheating in judges exam
RTP to probe cop caught cheating in judges exam
BANGKOK: National police chief Pol Gen Kittharath Punpetch has ordered Provincial Police Region 8 to probe a police colonel who was caught cheating in an examination organised by the Administrative Court to select new judges.
Illegal structures demolished at Bang Tao Beach
Illegal structures demolished at Bang Tao Beach
PHUKET: Phuket officials, alongside anti-corruption agencies, are closely monitoring the removal of unauthorised structures in public areas at Bang Tao Beach, Cherng Talay.
New Phuket Vice Governor arrives
New Phuket Vice Governor arrives
PHUKET: Suwit Phansengiam arrived on the island yesterday (Mar 17) to take up his new position as a Vice Governor of Phuket.
Visa-free stay in Thailand to be cut to 30 days
Visa-free stay in Thailand to be cut to 30 days
BANGKOK: The period of visa-free stays in Thailand is set to be reduced from 60 days to 30 days as related authorities have agreed in principle to the move in an effort to curb the risk of illegal businesses exploiting the visa exemption scheme, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
Body of missing American tourist believed found
Body of missing American tourist believed found
PHUKET: Patong Police have requested DNA test confirmation to determine whether the body found south of Phuket yesterday (Mar 16) is that of missing American tourist Nina Ng, from New York.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EXAT officials seek input on ‘Phuket Expressway’ project, Tragedy at Wichit spa || March 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EXAT officials seek input on ‘Phuket Expressway’ project, Tragedy at Wichit spa || March 17
PHUKET XTRA - March 17 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
YouTuber ‘Gabi’ spotlights Phuket slum
YouTuber ‘Gabi’ spotlights Phuket slum
PHUKET: Popular YouTuber ‘Ride with Gabi’ has stirred controversy online with his latest video ‘The Other Side of Phuket’, spotlighting one of the largest slums on the island, on the east side of Phuket Town.
Newcastle stun Liverpool in League Cup final
Newcastle stun Liverpool in League Cup final
FOOTBALL: Newcastle ended their 56-year trophy drought in stunning style as Dan Burn and Alexander Isak sealed a 2-1 win against Liverpool in the League Cup final yesterday (Mar 16).
Phuket Business Networking - May 2025
Phuket Business Networking - May 2025
Make sure to bring lots of business cards, as getting to know each other is what PBN is all about. A small entry fee, THB 500 per person, that includes the first 3 drinks and a light buffet. Location - Oasis Bar, Koh Kaew, starting 5pm. Register your attendance here - facebook.com/phuketbusinesnetworking or call Jason - 086 479 7471.
French deputy asks for return of Statue of Liberty
French deputy asks for return of Statue of Liberty
PARIS: France should take back the Statue of Liberty because the US no longer represents the values that led France to offer the statue, a French Euro-deputy said yesterday (Mar 16).
Dengue jab trial to begin
Dengue jab trial to begin
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Public Health has announced it will launch a dengue vaccination trial in Nakhon Phanom province next month. If successful, the vaccine will be included in the universal healthcare scheme, says Minister Somsak Thepsutin.
Wichit Police crack down on young bikers
Wichit Police crack down on young bikers
PHUKET: Wichit Police have intensified their efforts to curb illegal motorcycle racing, seizing 22 motorcycles and arresting 10 youths in an operation aimed at tackling reckless riding.
Unidentified body found floating south of Phuket
Unidentified body found floating south of Phuket
PHUKET: Authorities are investigating the discovery of a body floating in the sea between Koh Bon and Koh Racha yesterday morning (Mar 16).
Torky haunts former club as Ranong edge crucial encounter
Torky haunts former club as Ranong edge crucial encounter
FOOTBALL: Ranong United defeated Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) 1-0 in a pivotal clash at the Ranong Stadium yesterday (Mar 16), a result that leaves Phuket in a precarious position at the foot of the table.