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Hua Hin airport set to go ‘international’ next year
Hua Hin airport set to go ‘international’ next year
HUA HIN: The Transport Ministry aims to upgrade Hua Hin Airport to be an international airport next year.
Jota rescues 10-man Liverpool in Fulham draw, Arsenal frustrated
Jota rescues 10-man Liverpool in Fulham draw, Arsenal frustrated
FOOTBALL: Diogo Jota rescued Liverpool as the Premier League leaders recovered from Andy Robertson’s early red card to snatch a 2-2 draw with Fulham, while Arsenal’s title challenge was dented by a goalless stalemate against Everton yesterday (Dec 14).
Youth crime prevention project launched
Youth crime prevention project launched
PHUKET: An initiative to promote crime prevention among Phuket’s youth and drive towards a safer and more sustainable society was launched yesterday (Dec 14).
Average salary in Thailand to increase 5% next year
Average salary in Thailand to increase 5% next year
BANGKOK: The average employee salary in Thailand is set to increase by 5.0% in 2025, equivalent to this year, according to Mercer, a human resources and professional services consultancy.
Police hunt for Cherng Talay hit-and-run driver
Police hunt for Cherng Talay hit-and-run driver
PHUKET: Police are urgently trying to track down a vehicle that hit a motorcycle and killed the driver after failing to stop and dragging the body of the driver for about 800 metres early today (Dec 14).
‘The War of the Rohirrim’ brings Tolkien classic to anime life
‘The War of the Rohirrim’ brings Tolkien classic to anime life
When the trailer for ‘The Lord of The Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’ first dropped it seemed to divide cinema fans. Some saw it as a way to once again delve into the magical world created by J.R.R. Tolkien, while others seemed worried about the fact of whether or not this story would lend itself to the Anime style correctly.
Mobile agricultural clinic to support local farmers
Mobile agricultural clinic to support local farmers
PHUKET: More than 100 farmers in the Cherng Talay area of Phuket received a welcome boost to their businesses yesterday (Dec 13) as support services via a mobile agricultural clinic project were unveiled.
5 Best Essay Writing Services of 2024 - Editors’ Top Picks
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Manchester City host United in crisis derby
Manchester City host United in crisis derby
FOOTBALL: Manchester’s crisis-hit clubs face off in the Premier League when City host United tomorrow (Dec 15) while Newcastle boss Eddie Howe badly needs a win against Leicester at St James’ Park.
Senate committee visits Phuket to boost sustainable tourism, SME development
Senate committee visits Phuket to boost sustainable tourism, SME development
PHUKET: A delegation from the Senate Committee on Commerce and Industry visited Phuket yesterday (Dec 13) to review and discuss strategies for fostering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the province’s tourism sector.  
'Running at Wichit' event confirmed
'Running at Wichit' event confirmed
RUNNING: Organisers have confirmed the 17th edition of the hugely popular “Running at Wichit” event will take place on Sunday, Feb 2, 2025 and that registration is now open.
Industrial Estate Authority unveils plan to attract Chinese investment
Industrial Estate Authority unveils plan to attract Chinese investment
BANGKOK: The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) plans to draw more Chinese investors to Thailand via a new Thailand-China collaboration dubbed ‘Two Countries, Twin Parks’ that promotes investment and trade between the two nations.
Officials stumped over illegal beach chair sprawl
Officials stumped over illegal beach chair sprawl
PHUKET: Local officials have been stumped with what to do about a sprawl of beach chair operators that have taken more huge areas along Kata and Kata Noi beaches. At Kata Noi, the usually quiet beach just south of Kata main beach, now has beach chairs along the entire length of the sand.
Body of Thai man fleeing Malaysian police found in river
Body of Thai man fleeing Malaysian police found in river
NARATHIWAT - Rescuers found the body of a Thai citizen yesterday (Dec 13) three days after he jumped into the Golok River to escape arrest by Malaysian police while trying to enter the neighbouring country through an illegal route.
Thaksin says PM to lead new anti-drug task force
Thaksin says PM to lead new anti-drug task force
BANGKOK: The government will set up a special task force chaired by the prime minister in a bid to combat the scourge of illicit drugs.
Phuket’s Real Estate Trends this Christmas: From Condos to Villas
Phuket’s Real Estate Trends this Christmas: From Condos to Villas
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Man shoots mother-in-law in the face, Bangkok beggar arrested with B300K in cash || Dec 13
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Man shoots mother-in-law in the face, Bangkok beggar arrested with B300K in cash || Dec 13
PHUKET XTRA - December 13 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Bang Khu Underpass to close during nights
Bang Khu Underpass to close during nights
PHUKET: The Phuket Highways Office has announced that the Bang Khu Underpass in Koh Kaew will be closed for three consecutive nights, starting tonight (Dec 13).
Man shoots mother-in-law in face, surrenders to police
Man shoots mother-in-law in face, surrenders to police
PHUKET: A 27-year-old man shot his mother-in-law in the face at a popular bar and restaurant in Koh Kaew last night (Dec 12), then surrendered to police.
Tenant, landlord dispute over noise leads to shooting injury
Tenant, landlord dispute over noise leads to shooting injury
PHUKET: A disagreement over noise levels at a rental property escalated into a violent altercation, leaving both the landlord and the tenant injured after a gun went off during a struggle in Phuket Town yesterday (Dec 12).