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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Beehive fire becomes blaze, Court: No Lese Majeste reform, Forest corruption? || Jan 31
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Beehive fire becomes blaze, Court: No Lese Majeste reform, Forest corruption? || Jan 31
PHUKET XTRA - Jan 31 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Female foreign tourist sexually assaulted at bus terminal
Female foreign tourist sexually assaulted at bus terminal
PHUKET: Police are trying to track down a a bus company employee for sexually assaulting a female foreign tourist in the women’s bathroom at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 on Thepkrasattri Rd, Ratsada, early this morning (Jan 31).
MFP ordered to drop plans to amend lese-majeste law
MFP ordered to drop plans to amend lese-majeste law
BANGKOK: The Constitutional Court has ordered the Move Forward Party (MFP) to cease all attempts to amend the lese-majeste law, saying that campaigning on the issue is considered an attempt to overthrow the constitutional monarchy.
NACC asked to probe Bang Khanun corruption
NACC asked to probe Bang Khanun corruption
PHUKET: Chamroon Kerddam, Chairman of the Gulf of Thailand Coastal Area Conservation Network - Andaman (branch), and concerned members have filed a complaint urging the Director of Phuket off of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to investigate and prosecute civil servants accused of facilitating encroachment in the Bang Khanun protected forest reserve.
Malaysia installs outspoken motorcycle-riding king
Malaysia installs outspoken motorcycle-riding king
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia installed an outspoken motorcycle-riding king today (Jan 31) in an elaborate ceremony steeped in centuries of tradition, with the billionaire determined to play a key role in ensuring political stability.
Thailand bow out of Asian Cup
Thailand bow out of Asian Cup
FOOTBALL: Thailand’s Asian Cup campaign came to an end yesterday (Jan 30) with a 2-1 defeat to Uzbekistan in their Round of 16 knockout match.
Air force wants B19bn for new fighters
Air force wants B19bn for new fighters
BANGKOK: The air force aims to submit a request asking for a B19-billion budget in the next fiscal year to procure new fighter jets, according to its commander-in-chief.
Human Rights Watch urges Thailand not to deport Bi-2 band members to Russia
Human Rights Watch urges Thailand not to deport Bi-2 band members to Russia
PHUKET: International human rights agency Human Rights Watch, whose global headquarters are based in New York, has called on Thai authorities to not deport Russian band members of exiled Russian-Belarusian rock band Bi-2 arrested in Phuket back to Russia.
Tourist caught breaking parking lock chain
Tourist caught breaking parking lock chain
PHUKET: Phuket City Police have issued a notice warning for people to not interfere with restraints placed on vehicles whose wheels have been locked for being parked illegally.
Beehive fire becomes blaze, causes B10mn damage to warehouse shop
Beehive fire becomes blaze, causes B10mn damage to warehouse shop
PHUKET: A small fire started to smoke out beehives quickly became a blaze and spread to a secondhand goods warehouse beside Thepkrasattri Rd yesterday (Jan 30), causing long traffic tailbacks and an estimated B10 million in damage.
Russian man robbed while sleeping in hotel room
Russian man robbed while sleeping in hotel room
PHUKET: Police are investigating a theft from a hotel room in Chalong that saw a Russian man robbed of US$4,000 in banknotes, B10,000 in cash and jewelry valued at about B6,000.
Chinese teen gashes own leg with broken beer bottle
Chinese teen gashes own leg with broken beer bottle
PHUKET: A 19-year-old Chinese woman is in Patong Hospital recovering from a severe gash to her right leg that was self-inflicted after an argument with her parents.
Aussie tourist caught short by overstay fine
Aussie tourist caught short by overstay fine
PHUKET: A 44‒year-old Australian tourist found himself caught short while trying to leave the country without enough cash to pay his overstay fine, Phuket Tourist Police reported earlier today (Jan 30), 
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Record year for Phuket real estate, Chalong Hospital ceremony, Fatal school attack || Jan 30
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Record year for Phuket real estate, Chalong Hospital ceremony, Fatal school attack || Jan 30
PHUKET XTRA - Jan 30 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Failed overtaking move takes out four vehicles
Failed overtaking move takes out four vehicles
PHUKET: A failed overtaking manoeuvre on Thepkrasattri Rd last night (Jan 29) left four vehicles wiped out, including a passenger van carrying tourists.
Phuket tour boat captains, crews get safety training
Phuket tour boat captains, crews get safety training
PHUKET: In a bid to bolster the safety and confidence of maritime tourism, Phuket provincial officials yesterday (Jan 29) launched a training program aimed at enhancing the skills and preparedness of boat operators and crews.
Police warn against unsafe motorbike riding
Police warn against unsafe motorbike riding
PHUKET: Police in Cherng Talay have urged motorbike riders to exercise patience and caution after sharing a video showing motorbike riders going underneath an 18-wheeled truck’s trailer at an intersection on Srisoonthorn Rd, instead of waiting for traffic to clear and proceeding safely.
Phuket Business Speed Networking
Phuket Business Speed Networking
Join our exclusive event connecting entrepreneurs and business managers from 40 companies across 22 meeting sectors! This event is endorsed by Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerces (TICC) , Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerces (FTCC) and co-organized by BTC Space and Closer Asia. ​Date: Wednesday, 28th February 2024 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Location: Blockchain Technology Center (BTC) Phuket Free Parking Why Attend? Our Business Speed Networking Event is intended to assist you in creating valuable relationships with entrepreneurs, leaders in the field, and individuals who share your interests. Here’s what to anticipate: 1) Efficient Networking -Dive into a round of speedy one-on-one meetings with other attendees, making sure you get the most out of potential partnerships 2) Diverse Industry Presence -Our event attracts professionals from diverse sectors, cultivating a vibrant and dynamic networking environment 3) Business Opportunities -Spot fresh business opportunities, swap stories, and explore cool collaborations that could take your business to the next level 4 )Expert Insights -Catch insights from keynote speakers and industry hotshots, giving you the lowdown on how to navigate the business landscape 5) Networking Cocktail Session -From 7:45 PM onward, join us for the Networking Cocktail Session. Continuing your networking discussion by enjoy the night with a delightful snack and a refreshing drink For interest in participating, please fill in the form: https://forms.gle/DCyrsqAq7azk1bhw5 For more information and payment: https://www.closer.asia/phuket-business-networking/ Space is limited, Secure your spot by February 20th, 2024. Hurry Up! If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to contact our Events Manager at boobpa.s@finstable.co.th We look forward to welcoming you to a night of dynamic networking and valuable connections!
Shark mauls woman in rare Sydney Harbour attack
Shark mauls woman in rare Sydney Harbour attack
SYDNEY: A shark mauled a woman swimmer in the first attack in Sydney Harbour in 15 years, officials said today (Jan 30), sending her to hospital with a “serious” leg injury.
Chalong Hospital finally officially opened
Chalong Hospital finally officially opened
PHUKET: Dr Cholnan Srikaew, the Minister of Public Health, was in Phuket to preside over the actual grand opening of Chalong Hospital yesterday (Jan 29).