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Health ministry denies data leak involving 2.2mn patients
Health ministry denies data leak involving 2.2mn patients
BANGKOK: Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew gave his assurance yesterday (Mar 19) that patient data stored in the ministry’s system is safe and secure following a rumour that the personal information of over 2.2 million Thai people had been leaked.
Russians, Ukrainian arrested in poker raid
Russians, Ukrainian arrested in poker raid
PHUKET: Four Russian nationals and one Ukrainian were arrested in a gambling raid in Ratsada, north of Phuket Town, early this morning (Mar 20).
Gardener slain after drunken argument
Gardener slain after drunken argument
PHUKET: Police are trying to track down a man suspected of killing a fellow gardener after an drunken argument in Wichit last night (Mar 19).
Russian, Belarusian athletes not part of Paris Olympics opening ceremony
Russian, Belarusian athletes not part of Paris Olympics opening ceremony
OLYMPICS: Olympic chiefs announced yesterday (Mar 19) that Russian and Belarusian athletes competing in this summer’s Paris Games under a neutral flag will not be able to take part in the opening ceremony.
Police target Phuket car, motorbike rentals operated by foreigners
Police target Phuket car, motorbike rentals operated by foreigners
PHUKET: Police have launched a campaign targetting car and motorbike rental businesses in Phuket that are operated by foreigners and suspected of using nominee shareholders.
Finland world’s happiest country for seventh year, says study
Finland world’s happiest country for seventh year, says study
HELSINKI: Finland remained the world’s happiest country for a seventh straight year in an annual UN sponsored World Happiness Report published today (Mar 20).
Up to 30 cops suspected in illegal gambling case
Up to 30 cops suspected in illegal gambling case
BANGKOK: Almost 30 police officers may be involved in a bribery case tied to an illegally operated online gambling network, according to a team of lawyers representing deputy national police chief Surachate Hakparn.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Governor speaks on Kiwi brothers assaulting Thai cop, Russian real estate || March 19
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Governor speaks on Kiwi brothers assaulting Thai cop, Russian real estate || March 19
PHUKET XTRA - March 19 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Brit arrested for drugs in Karon
Brit arrested for drugs in Karon
PHUKET: Police have arrested a British man after he was found with a small amount of crystal meth (ya ice) and several small plastic pouches of cocaine at a rented room in Karon.
UN chief ‘alarmed’ by reports civilians killed in Myanmar air strikes
UN chief ‘alarmed’ by reports civilians killed in Myanmar air strikes
BANGKOK: United Nations chief Antonio Guterres has said he is “alarmed” by reports of ongoing Myanmar military air strikes on villages in Rakhine state, where locals told AFP more than 20 people were killed yesterday (Mar 18).
Phuket Governor: ’Respect the law’
Phuket Governor: ’Respect the law’
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has called on all foreigners to ‘respect the law’, following two New Zealand men facing a slew of charges for assaulting a Traffic Police officer in Chalong.
Thailand introduces AI to combat depression
Thailand introduces AI to combat depression
BANGKOK: Thailand is pioneering the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to offer a lifeline to those grappling with depression and suicidal thoughts, officials confirmed yesterday (Mar 18).
War Elephants ready for tough test in Seoul
War Elephants ready for tough test in Seoul
FOOTBALL: The Thailand men’s national football team arrived in Seoul yesterday (Mar 18) for their tough third Group C game of the Asian zone qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals against mighty South Koreans on Thursday.
EC asks court to disolve MFP
EC asks court to disolve MFP
BANGKOK: The Election Commission (EC) submitted a petition to the Constitutional Court yesterday (Mar 18) asking it to dissolve the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Kiwi duo face 5 charges each over assault on Phuket police officer caught on video || March 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Kiwi duo face 5 charges each over assault on Phuket police officer caught on video || March 18
PHUKET XTRA - March 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Event of the Year! PHAB 6 tickets are available NOW!
Event of the Year! PHAB 6 tickets are available NOW!
Get ready to party like never before because PHAB 6 tickets are up for grabs NOW! Join us for our Annual Fundraiser, where we’re pulling out all the stops to support Thai Scholars achieve their dreams. With over 20 member hotels dishing up a feast of epic proportions and drinks that’ll keep the good times flowing, you’re in for a treat! But that’s not all – we’ve got entertainment lined up that’ll have you dancing the night away! Plus, get in on the action with our LIVE and silent auctions, where you can score awesome prizes while giving back to a great cause. And guess what? This LIVE event isn’t just for the hospitality industry – it’s open to everyone who wants to experience the best of Phuket! So what are you waiting for? Get your tickets at  info@phukethotelsassociation.com and let’s make this night one to remember!
Putin vows Russia cannot be held back in victory speech
Putin vows Russia cannot be held back in victory speech
MOSCOW: Vladimir Putin said Russia would not be “intimidated” as he hailed an election victory that paves the way for the former spy to become the longest-serving Russian leader in more than 200 years.
Lee Yewon clinches Blue Canyon title
Lee Yewon clinches Blue Canyon title
GOLF: South Korea’s Lee Yewon emerged victorious at yesterday’s (Mar 17) final day of play to win the inaugural US$650,000 (approx B22.75 million) Blue Canyon Ladies Championship in Phuket.
Kiwis face five charges for police assault
Kiwis face five charges for police assault
PHUKET: Two New Zealand men arrested for assaulting a Traffic Police officer and taking away his handgun face five charge for their antics, Phuket Provincial Police Commander Pol Maj Gen Sinlert Sukhum has confirmed.
Cherng Talay drive-by shooter surrenders
Cherng Talay drive-by shooter surrenders
PHUKET: An 18-year-old man wanted for the fatal shooting of a 21-year-old man at a petrol station in Cherng Talay on Friday night (Mar 15) has surrendered to police.