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Toyota Gazoo race set to make Saphan Hin roar
Toyota Gazoo race set to make Saphan Hin roar
MOTORSPORTS: Phuket welcomes the return of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Motorsport Thailand at Saphan Hin Park this weekend (Aug 16-17).
Three injured in motorbike crash, plunge down hillside, at Tri Trang
Three injured in motorbike crash, plunge down hillside, at Tri Trang
PHUKET: Three people were injured in a motorbike accident at Tri Trang in Patong yesterday (Aug 13), with one victim requiring a rope rescue after falling about eight metres down a hillside.
Paetongtarn court ruling set for Aug 29
Paetongtarn court ruling set for Aug 29
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Constitutional Court announced yesterday (Aug 13) that it will rule this month on a case seeking to oust Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra over her handling of a diplomatic spat with Cambodia.
Young man missing after jumping from Sarasin Bridge
Young man missing after jumping from Sarasin Bridge
PHUKET: Police and rescue workers are searching for a young man who disappeared after jumping from the Sarasin Bridge yesterday evening (Aug 13).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Landfill Overflowing With Trash, Border Tensions Reignite, Patong Waterspout || Aug 13
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Landfill Overflowing With Trash, Border Tensions Reignite, Patong Waterspout || Aug 13
PHUKET XTRA - August 13 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket seeks state support to improve infrastructure
Phuket seeks state support to improve infrastructure
BANGKOK: As tourism in Phuket continues to grow, the Phuket Tourist Association is urging the government to improve the island's infrastructure to enhance the quality of life for residents, accommodate rising tourist numbers and ease congestion.
Waterspout off Patong Beach
Waterspout off Patong Beach
PHUKET: A striking waterspout formed off Patong Beach this morning (Aug 13), drawing amazement from beachgoers as it swirled dramatically against a backdrop of grey skies and steady rain.
Real estate price war on the horizon
Real estate price war on the horizon
BANGKOK: The slowdown in the real estate sector is expected to trigger a price war in the property market and dampen the purchasing power of upper-income homebuyers.
Probe sought into pupil attack on teacher
Probe sought into pupil attack on teacher
BANGKOK: Education Minister Narumon Pinyosinwat has instructed the Office of the Private Education Commission (Opec) to investigate an incident at a private school in Uthai Thani in which a Matthayom 5 student assaulted a female teacher after being upset with his exam scores.
Putin, North Korea’s Kim vow stronger ties ahead of US-Russia summit
Putin, North Korea’s Kim vow stronger ties ahead of US-Russia summit
PYONGYANG: Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un have vowed to strengthen cooperation, days ahead of Putin’s summit in Alaska with Donald Trump, Pyongyang’s state media reported today (Aug 13).
Frenchman killed in Patong motorcycle crash
Frenchman killed in Patong motorcycle crash
PHUKET: A Frenchman was killed and his passenger injured early this morning (Aug 13) when their motorcycle collided with a car in Patong before striking a traffic light pole.
Thai army announces right to self-defence
Thai army announces right to self-defence
SA KAEO: The Royal Thai Army has protested against the latest explosion of a Cambodian landmine in a border area of Thailand’s Surin province yesterday morning (Aug 12) and says it may exercise its right to self-defence.
Phuket honours the Queen Mother
Phuket honours the Queen Mother
PHUKET: Hundreds of officials, community leaders and members of the public gathered at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (Aug 12) to take part in a series of religious and ceremonial events marking the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.
Beach cleanup marks Mother’s Day with tribute to Queen Mother
Beach cleanup marks Mother’s Day with tribute to Queen Mother
PHUKET: Layan Beach was the centre of a large-scale environmental drive yesterday (Aug 12) as hundreds of volunteers joined the ‘United in Loyalty, Planting Beach Reforestation – BIG CLEANING DAY 10 Beautiful Beaches’ event in honour of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, on Mother’s Day.
Thai spikers edged by Vietnam in regional comp
Thai spikers edged by Vietnam in regional comp
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand have fallen short in their bid to claim the inaugural SEA V-League volleyball women’s title after suffering a 3-2 loss to arch-rivals and tournament hosts Vietnam on Sunday (Aug 10).
Nine rescued after fishing boat sinks off Racha Yai
Nine rescued after fishing boat sinks off Racha Yai
PHUKET: Nine fishermen were rescued after their vessel capsized in rough seas off Koh Racha Yai yesterday afternoon (Aug 12).
Malaysia to eliminate over 100 illegal piers along Thai border
Malaysia to eliminate over 100 illegal piers along Thai border
KELANTAN: Malaysia will soon destroy 128 jetties illegally built on the Kolok River in another move to clamp down on illicit activities along the border with Thailand.
Landmine claims another Thai soldier’s leg
Landmine claims another Thai soldier’s leg
PHANOM DONG RAK: A landmine exploded and blew off a paramilitary ranger’s leg during a border patrol near an ancient temple site in Surin province this morning (Aug 12).
Reform agenda to the fore
Reform agenda to the fore
BANGKOK: Although Thai businesses are relieved the US has reduced its import tariff on Thai goods to 19%, on par with other countries in the region, improving long-term competitiveness remains a challenge for domestic firms, in addition to attracting foreign investment.
Phuket gears up for Muay Thai Festival 2025
Phuket gears up for Muay Thai Festival 2025
MUAY THAI: Phuket is preparing to host the “Muay Thai Phuket Festival 2025” this coming weekend, aiming to reinforce its reputation as a world-class hub for the sport and showcase Thailand’s soft power on the global stage.