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Phuket holds ‘United Against Drugs’ event
Phuket holds ‘United Against Drugs’ event
PHUKET: More than 400 officials, students and community representatives gathered at Phuket Provincial Hall on Friday (June 26) to reaffirm the province's commitment to tackling drug abuse during activities marking World Anti-Drug Day 2026.
Police seize 20,000 meth pills in major drug crackdown
Police seize 20,000 meth pills in major drug crackdown
PHUKET: Police have seized more than 20,000 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) in major drug busts in Phuket over the past two days, although authorities have publicly highlighted a much smaller raid at the sea gypsy village in Rawai that netted just over 200 pills.
When road trips go everywhere except according to plan
When road trips go everywhere except according to plan
After a year of rugged travel, I made a suggestion to Patrick. “Let’s do an easy trip.” My definition of easy was a leisurely three-week road trip through Central America. We would start in Panajachel on Guatemala’s Lake Atitlán and meander through six countries before finishing in Panama City. One car. One driver. Colonial towns, volcanoes, national parks.
Thailand data usage beats global average
Thailand data usage beats global average
BANGKOK: Thailand's data consumption is expected to exceed the global average by 2031, driven by artificial intelligence (AI) applications, extended reality devices and video generation, says Ericsson.
Phuket OrSor get water rescue training
Phuket OrSor get water rescue training
PHUKET: Members of Phuket's Volunteer Defence Corps (OrSor), best known for assisting police during security operations and manning checkpoints across the island, are now being trained in basic water rescue techniques to strengthen Phuket's disaster response capabilities.
Phuket launches ‘No Burning, Earn Income’ campaign
Phuket launches ‘No Burning, Earn Income’ campaign
PHUKET: Phuket officials have launched a province-wide campaign encouraging farmers to stop burning agricultural waste and instead turn it into a source of income, as part of ongoing efforts to reduce air pollution and prevent haze caused by agricultural burning.
‘Minions & Monsters’ is a crazy ride that fans will love
‘Minions & Monsters’ is a crazy ride that fans will love
When I walked into the cinema to watch Minions & Monsters I was not expecting to be taken on a journey through the history of Hollywood. Yet somehow the talented Pierre Coffin (Despicable Me), who co-directs, co-wrote and voice acts this film, has managed to make a film about these lovable troublemakers feel like you are talking a walk through a Hollywood museum.
Olympics to offer all Games competitors grants
Olympics to offer all Games competitors grants
OLYMPICS: The International Olympic Committee (IOC), which has been under growing pressure to introduce prize money to the Olympics, has announced it is setting up a grant for every athlete who takes part in the Games.
Customs Dept bans rewards for its executives
Customs Dept bans rewards for its executives
BANGKOK: The Customs Department is cancelling reward money for its executives from seizures of smuggled goods and imports that violate tariffs to prevent conflicts of interest, says Director-General Phantong Loykulnanta.
Phuket MP slams entrenched corruption and ‘influential networks’
Phuket MP slams entrenched corruption and ‘influential networks’
PHUKET: Allegations of deep-rooted corruption, extortion of local businesses, and politically influenced government official transfers have been levelled against powerful networks in Phuket, with local MP Chalermpong Saengdee claiming that even police officers have warned him to “be careful”.
Nirat transfer to Bangkok finally takes effect
Nirat transfer to Bangkok finally takes effect
PHUKET: The order confirming the transfer of now-former Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthithavorn to Bangkok has finally been published in the Royal Gazette, formally bringing into effect a Cabinet decision approved 10 days ago.
Vice governor keeps focus on youth road safety
Vice governor keeps focus on youth road safety
PHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Romdon Hayiawae has continued his focus on improving road safety among young people, presiding over the second batch of a youth safe driving programme aimed at reducing accidents through what officials describe as a “traffic vaccine”.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong Raids, 100-Truck Gridlock Warning, High-Level Official Returns After Probe || June 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong Raids, 100-Truck Gridlock Warning, High-Level Official Returns After Probe || June 26
PHUKET XTRA - June 26 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailan
Verstappen seeking home boost with Red Bull upgrades
Verstappen seeking home boost with Red Bull upgrades
FORMULA ONE: Four-time world champion Max Verstappen heads into his Red Bull team’s home Austrian Grand Prix this weekend boosted by a major upgrade package and seeking his first win of the season and a record-extending fifth win at the event.
Man, 89, killed crossing road in Thalang
Man, 89, killed crossing road in Thalang
PHUKET: An 89-year-old man was killed after being struck by a motorcycle while crossing Thepkrasattri Rd in Thalang early this morning (June 26).
Retail sector warns of rising competition
Retail sector warns of rising competition
BANGKOK: I.C.C. International Plc, a distributor of fashion and consumer goods under Saha Group, says it is difficult to predict the economic outlook for the second half of the year due to rapid market changes.
Phuket illegal worker crackdown hits Patong
Phuket illegal worker crackdown hits Patong
PHUKET: Newly appointed Phuket Vice Governor Pol Lt Col Khetarat Chansilp has launched an island-wide crackdown on illegal foreign workers, nominee businesses and other foreign-operated activities accused of taking jobs reserved for Thai nationals, leading a multi-agency operation just nine days after taking up his post.
Rungruang to return as Phuket Palad after probe
Rungruang to return as Phuket Palad after probe
PHUKET: Rungruang Thimabut is to return to his post as Phuket Provincial Palad following the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) completing its 30-day fact-finding investigation into allegations that prompted his temporary transfer last month.
Attack on ship in Hormuz leads UN to halt evacuation plan for trapped sailors
Attack on ship in Hormuz leads UN to halt evacuation plan for trapped sailors
MANAMA: An attack on a ship yesterday (June 25) in the Strait of Hormuz led the UN to suspend efforts to evacuate trapped mariners as the United States warned against Iran charging fees for passage through the vital waterway.
Traffic warning as 100 cement trucks head to cancer centre site
Traffic warning as 100 cement trucks head to cancer centre site
PHUKET: Vachira Phuket Hospital has issued a traffic advisory warning motorists to expect heavy vehicle movements on Pracha Uthit Rd this Saturday (June 27) as construction of the hospital’s new radiotherapy building reaches a major stage.