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Russian nabbed in Phuket for illegal ’love drug’ smuggling, distribution
Russian nabbed in Phuket for illegal ’love drug’ smuggling, distribution
PHUKET: A Russian man has been arrested at Phuket International Airport on charges of being part of an organised group importing and distributing MDA in the country, Phuket Immigration has reported. The said illegal ’love drug’ is similar to MDMA and not quite well-known in Thailand, yet it might be used by party-goers as a substitute to Ecstasy. 
Graft-busters receive truckload of documents on Immigration Bureau corruption
Graft-busters receive truckload of documents on Immigration Bureau corruption
BANGKOK: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has been given a 139,000-page police report into 107 immigration officers accused of helping Chinese nationals involved in “grey” businesses to obtain visas.
La Chaine des Rotisseurs Phuket Dinner - April 2023
La Chaine des Rotisseurs Phuket Dinner - April 2023
Haoma BKK and Chef Deepan Kerkhosla are bringing their Michelin starred menu to the exquisite tented rooftop of Tambu Indian restaurant at Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong - MGallery. An exclusive menu, with paired drinks, has been created specifically for the La Chaine des Rotisseurs Phuket Dinner. Dress code - Jacket’s for men, no jeans. Members - THB 6,000 p.p., limited guests - THB 7,500 p.p. To book your seat at this very special dinner, please visit - phuketticketmaster.com *Pay via Bank Transfer and only pay the dinner price, booking fees only apply to other payment options.
French consul voices support for crackdown on motorbike ’hoons’
French consul voices support for crackdown on motorbike ’hoons’
PHUKET: Alain Faudot, the French Honorary Consul in Phuket, accompanied by Christophe Hemmings, Consul at the French Embassy in Thailand, have expressed their thanks to the Phuket officials for the action taken in curtailing French tourists disturbing the peace with dangerous driving on motorbikes.
China’s Xi handed historic third term as president
China’s Xi handed historic third term as president
BEIJING: Xi Jinping was handed a third term as Chinese president today (Mar 10), capping a rise that has seen him become the country’s most powerful leader in generations.
Copyright infringement highlighted on Bangla
Copyright infringement highlighted on Bangla
PHUKET: Awut Wongsawat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP), was in Phuket yesterday (Mar 9) to highlight to vendors and tourists the importance of protecting intellectual property rights.
Muay Thai star trains US soldiers
Muay Thai star trains US soldiers
MUAY THAI: Champion Muay Thai fighter Sombat Banchamek recently provided Muay Thai lessons to American soldiers during this year’s multilateral “Cobra Gold” military exercises, hosted in Thailand.
Bookings boost Phuket occupancy to 80%
Bookings boost Phuket occupancy to 80%
PHUKET: Advance bookings are holding the average occupancy at tourist accommodations in Phuket in March at about 80%, according to Suksit Suwanditkul, President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA) Southern Thailand chapter.
COVID-19 drug now free of charge
COVID-19 drug now free of charge
BANGKOK: The anti-viral drug molnupiravir has been included in the list of essential medications covered by the Universal Coverage for Emergency Patients (Ucep) Plus scheme, according to deputy government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Beach mats, umbrellas seized on Koh Racha, No corruption probe of Chalong cops || March 9
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Beach mats, umbrellas seized on Koh Racha, No corruption probe of Chalong cops || March 9
PHUKET XTRA - March 9 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Police officer involved in Thepkrasattri crash loses life
Police officer involved in Thepkrasattri crash loses life
PHUKET: Thalang police confirmed today (Mar 9) that an officer involved in a road accident on Thepkrasattri Rd last Friday has lost his life.
TAT anticipates 6mn European visitors
TAT anticipates 6mn European visitors
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects 6 million tourists from Europe this year, roughly 80% of the pre-pandemic total, generating more than B420 billion as part of total revenue of B1.5 trillion by year-end.
History maker Aon claims Phuket Open Bowls Singles title
History maker Aon claims Phuket Open Bowls Singles title
BOWLS: Competition history was made on Monday (Mar 6) as Aon Sampert became both the first female player and first ever Thai competitor to be crowned Phuket Singles Open Champion.
Chalong police avoid corruption investigation
Chalong police avoid corruption investigation
PHUKET: According to Chalong Police, as there is no record of a German tourist being fined for illegally riding a motorbike through the Chalong underpass, there is no action to take over the accusation by the tourist that the policeman who stopped him illegally extorted B2,000 from him by the side of the road.
Blue Tree Cricket Sixes Returns
Blue Tree Cricket Sixes Returns
CRICKET: Following last year’s inaugural Cricket Sixes tournament, Phuket’s Blue Tree will again host the island’s cricketing fraternity on Sunday (Mar 12) for another exciting big-bash extravaganza.
Massive Australia wildfires increased Antarctic ozone hole: study
Massive Australia wildfires increased Antarctic ozone hole: study
PARIS: Smoke from monster wildfires in Australia caused a chemical reaction that widened the ozone hole 10%, researchers said yesterday (Mar 8), raising fears that increasing forest fires could delay the recovery of Earth’s atmospheric protection against deadly UV radiation.
Navy helps clear beach umbrellas at Koh Racha
Navy helps clear beach umbrellas at Koh Racha
PHUKET: Personnel from the Royal Thai Navy Third Area Command, based at Cape Panwa, have assisted Rawai Municipality officials in clearing beach umbrellas and mats from a popular beach at Koh Racha Yai, south of Phuket.
Push for legalisation of sex work, benefits for women
Push for legalisation of sex work, benefits for women
BANGKOK: Women’s rights groups in Bangkok yesterday (Mar 8) called for the decriminalisation of sex work in the country, along with a range of broader measures supporting women.
PPAO by-elections to affect Thepkrasattri, Sakhu, Cherng Talay
PPAO by-elections to affect Thepkrasattri, Sakhu, Cherng Talay
PHUKET: Elections will be held in selected areas in Thepkrasattri, Sakhu and Cherng Talay next month as residents in the subdistricts elect new representatives for the Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (PPAO) council.
Grow Boating Evening
Grow Boating Evening
We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Boardwalk Bistro and Bar at the Phuket Boat Lagoon from 5pm on Friday the 7th of April. We are delighted to announce that our drinks sponsor for the evening will be Simpson Yacht Charter who specialize in bareboat, luxury crewed yacht and superyacht charter across Asia. See www.simpsonyachtcharter.com There will be a delicious finger food buffet sponsored by the Boardwalk Bistro & Bar for all attendees and if you are still hungry then there will be burgers for just 100 baht. As always, all your favourite beverages will be available from the bar. Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee and if you know anyone you think would be interested in coming, please invite them along. A special thanks to our Media Partners The Phuket News and Live 89.5 Radio.