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Phuket Opinion: Facing down the taxi cartels
Phuket Opinion: Facing down the taxi cartels
PHUKET: Not even sworn into office yet and the Move Forward MPs for Phuket are already asking questions about big issues that have affected tourists and island residents for decades, namely the state of the taxi cartels’ vice-like, and state enforced, grip on which taxis may serve tourists at the airport.
Russian tourist drowns at Patong Beach
Russian tourist drowns at Patong Beach
PHUKET: A 52-year-old Russian tourist has died after authorities confirmed he drowned early ths morning (May 27) in rough waters off Patong Beach.
Liquor producers rally behind MFP
Liquor producers rally behind MFP
BANGKOK: Local liquor and beer producers called on the Move Forward Party (MFP) yesterday (May 26) to push ahead with its progressive policy to liberalise liquor-making and allow more small producers to enter the market.
Further crackdown on illegal foreigners underway
Further crackdown on illegal foreigners underway
PHUKET: An enhanced inspection drive aimed at preventing illegal activities being carried out by foreigners in Phuket has been launched in an effort to further curb crime and improve Phuket’s image to potential visitors.
‘Little Mermaid’ brings new view to a classic
‘Little Mermaid’ brings new view to a classic
Has there ever been a film that has divided people before it has been released as much as Disney’s new real-life adaption of ‘The Little Mermaid’? If you have been on social media over the past few months, then it would be impossible that you haven’t seen people projecting what they believe they will think of the reworking of the animated family classic.
Thailand cricket sees Southern stars
Thailand cricket sees Southern stars
CRICKET: National Games Region 4 cricket qualifiers, hosted at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) in Thalang (May 19 -21), enjoyed an exceptional weekend of both men’s and women’s matches, shining a very positive light on the sport’s future in Thailand.
Russia strikes Ukraine clinic, blames Kyiv for border attacks
Russia strikes Ukraine clinic, blames Kyiv for border attacks
KYIV: Russian missiles hit a medical clinic in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro yesterday (May 26), killing at least two people, as Russia blamed Kyiv for dozens of strikes on its southern Belgorod region.
Taxi scam damages expo
Taxi scam damages expo
BANGKOK: Complaints about taxi scams at the THAIFEX exhibition flooded social media yeserday (May 26) as passengers reportedly were charged B4,000-5,000 for trips from Impact Muang Thong Thani in Nonthaburi to Bangkok’s city centre.
Phuket cannabis businesses call for support
Phuket cannabis businesses call for support
PHUKET: The Phuket Cannabis Association is calling for support to stave off any prospect of cannabis becoming recriminalised under the coalition formed by the leading Move Forward Party.
BDO Phuket Breakfast Briefing: Navigating Hotel Disputes
BDO Phuket Breakfast Briefing: Navigating Hotel Disputes
Join us at the BDO Phuket Breakfast Briefing: Navigating Hotel Disputes on June 16, 2023, from 9 am to 11 am at Canopy, Blue Tree, Phuket. Learn valuable insights and practical strategies to effectively handle conflicts between hotel owners and brands. Discover dispute-avoidance tips and gain helpful knowledge on relationships between owners and operators. Join us for this quarterly Phuket breakfast briefing and network with industry professionals while enjoying a delightful breakfast.
Foreigner charged for motorbike stunt on Phuket public road
Foreigner charged for motorbike stunt on Phuket public road
PHUKET: A foreign motorcyclist has been charged for engaging in stunt-riding on Saiyuan Rd in Phuket, an act that has sparked widespread criticism from both Thai and foreign communities, leaving Phuket thousands of netizens enraged.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Cannabis law concerns, Push for ‘Taxi app’ drivers at airport, Heavy rain warning || May 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Cannabis law concerns, Push for ‘Taxi app’ drivers at airport, Heavy rain warning || May 26
PHUKET XTRA - May 26 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket official clarify taxi types
Phuket official clarify taxi types
PHUKET: The Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) has provided an explanation regarding the three main types of taxis allowed to operate in Phuket, each with its own specific terms and conditions. This clarification was shared by Move Forward Phuket MP-elect Somchart Techathavorncharoen, who visited the agency on May 23 seeking answers to the pressing questions surrounding Phuket’s taxi industry.
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Two missing Phuket children found safe
Two missing Phuket children found safe
PHUKET: Two missing children from Rawai, who were reported as missing by their mother, have been found safe, according to the latest update by the Phuket Info Center page today (May 26).
TAT board names new governor
TAT board names new governor
BANGKOK: Thapanee Kiatphaibool, deputy governor for domestic marketing at the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), has been approved to become the new TAT governor, starting from Sept 1.
DSI probes illegal encroachment of protected forest in Kamala
DSI probes illegal encroachment of protected forest in Kamala
PHUKET: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has joined an investigation into illegal encroachment on protected forest land in Kamala.
Militia leader gets 18 years in prison over US Capitol attack
Militia leader gets 18 years in prison over US Capitol attack
WASHINGTON, D.C.: The founder of the far-right Oath Keepers militia was handed an 18-year prison sentence yesterday (May 25) for sedition in the 2021 attack on the US Capitol, the toughest penalty given yet over the Jan 6 assault.
Election Commission confirms Move Forward MPs for Phuket
Election Commission confirms Move Forward MPs for Phuket
PHUKET: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) has confirmed in its official results of the national election on May 14 that Move Forward candidates won all three Phuket seats for Members of Parliament.
Mercedes and Ferrari set to gamble in Monaco
Mercedes and Ferrari set to gamble in Monaco
FORMULA ONE: Mercedes and Ferrari were due to bring significant upgrades to the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix before the race was called off due to floods last weekend, but they’re taking notably different tacks for Monaco this weekend.