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War room touted amid Vietnam rivalry
War room touted amid Vietnam rivalry
BANGKOK: Thai hotel operators warn that competition with Vietnam will become fiercer this year, as more European and Russian tourists are expected to flock to the neighbouring country.
Hair Transplant in Bangkok for Hair Loss and Baldness
Hair Transplant in Bangkok for Hair Loss and Baldness
Learn about hair transplant in Bangkok as a medical option for hair loss. Understand causes, benefits, and personalized treatment approaches.
Speedboat operators seek provincial aid after Chalong fire
Speedboat operators seek provincial aid after Chalong fire
PHUKET: Speedboat operators affected by the Chalong Pier fire that damaged 24 vessels earlier this month have formally petitioned Phuket authorities for assistance, as officials move to coordinate compensation, insurance claims and a police investigation into the cause of the blaze.
Thailand Masters 2026 dates confirmed
Thailand Masters 2026 dates confirmed
BADMINTON: Dates have been confirmed for the Thailand Masters 2026 HSBC BWF World Tour Super 300 international badminton tournament.
Officials threaten hotel licence after room break-in attempt by staffer
Officials threaten hotel licence after room break-in attempt by staffer
PHUKET: Officials have warned that a well-known hotel in Cherng Talay could face licence consequences following an attempted room break-in by a staff member using a master key card, an incident that sparked widespread concern after a video went viral on social media.
People’s Party refutes accusations of secret deal
People’s Party refutes accusations of secret deal
BANGKOK: The People’s Party (PP) has denied allegations of a secret political deal with Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, dismissing claims that it had promised him the post of deputy prime minister in exchange for securing 10 MPs in southern Thailand.
Thailand invited to help Gaza peace plan
Thailand invited to help Gaza peace plan
BANGKOK: Thailand is reviewing an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join a US initiative to end the Gaza conflict, officials confirmed yesterday (Jan 19).
Public told not to panic in cell broadcast disaster alert test
Public told not to panic in cell broadcast disaster alert test
PHUKET: Phuket officials have urged the public not to panic as Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) conducts its first nationwide test of its cell broadcast disaster warning system at 2pm today (Jan 20)
Indian tourist dies after erratic behaviour at EDC
Indian tourist dies after erratic behaviour at EDC
PHUKET: An Indian tourist has died after collapsing following erratic behaviour at the Electric Daisy Carnival Thailand 2026 (EDC Thailand) music festival in Cherng Talay, Thalang Police have confirmed.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EDC Thailand Brings 30K Visitors To Phuket And Boosts Local Economy || Jan 19
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EDC Thailand Brings 30K Visitors To Phuket And Boosts Local Economy || Jan 19
PHUKET XTRA - January 19 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket police bust Belarusian-run illegal rental business
Phuket police bust Belarusian-run illegal rental business
PHUKET:  Police have arrested two Belarusian nationals for operating an unlicensed car and motorbike rental business using Thai nominees, following a series of traffic accidents involving foreigners driving without valid licences.
Boat crews tested for drugs at Ratsada Pier
Boat crews tested for drugs at Ratsada Pier
PHUKET: Local officials are continuing their campaign to enforce a zero-drug policy in Phuket’s marine transport sector, with random drug tests conducted at Ratsada Pier this morning (Jan 19).
Uzbek tourist dies after jumping from fourth floor of Phuket hotel
Uzbek tourist dies after jumping from fourth floor of Phuket hotel
PHUKET: A 25-year-old Uzbekistani tourist has died after jumping from the fourth floor of a hotel in Cherng Talay yesterday (Jan 18), with police confirming marijuana was found in his system.
Thai duo strike gold in India
Thai duo strike gold in India
BADMINTON: Mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran claimed their first title of the year and eighth overall after winning the US$950,000 (B30 million) BWF India Open in New Delhi yesterday (Jan 18).
Europe hits back at Trump tariff threat over Greenland
Europe hits back at Trump tariff threat over Greenland
BRUSSELS: European leaders slammed US President Donald Trump’s threat of tariffs over their opposition to his designs on Greenland yesterday (Jan 18), warning transatlantic ties were at risk.
Russian man arrested in Phuket over mock account fraud warrant
Russian man arrested in Phuket over mock account fraud warrant
PHUKET: A Russian national wanted on an arrest warrant for his alleged role in a large-scale mock account fraud scheme has been arrested in Phuket after fleeing Lampang and going into hiding in Kathu District.
EDC Thailand draws 30,000 visitors to Phuket
EDC Thailand draws 30,000 visitors to Phuket
PHUKET: More than 30,000 Thai and international tourists attended the opening days of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Thailand 2026 in Phuket over the weekend, reinforcing the island’s position as a key driver of Thailand’s shift towards high-value, experience-led tourism, local officials have announced.
Phuket Town opens its ‘One District, One Creative Space’
Phuket Town opens its ‘One District, One Creative Space’
PHUKET: Phuket has officially opened a new creative space in the heart of Phuket Old Town as part of the province’s ‘One District, One Creative Space’ initiative, aimed at strengthening community tourism and driving the local creative economy.
Carrick magic dents Man City Premier League bid as Arsenal held
Carrick magic dents Man City Premier League bid as Arsenal held
FOOTBALL: Michael Carrick made a flying start to life as Manchester United boss against Manchester City on Saturday (Jan 17) but Premier League leaders Arsenal missed a chance to pull nine points clear.
Man loses B700k engagement ring to pickpocket at EDC Phuket
Man loses B700k engagement ring to pickpocket at EDC Phuket
PHUKET: A man who planned to surprise his girlfriend with a diamond engagement ring at the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) in Phuket over the weekend has been left devastated after falling victim to a pickpocketing incident in the middle of the crowded music festival.