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Phuket charity conference for Russian-speaking audience
Phuket charity conference for Russian-speaking audience
Если вы говорите по-русски, мы сердечно приглашаем вас на Вторую женскую конференцию, которая состоится в четверг, 26 февраля. В этом году все средства, собранные на мероприятии, будут переданы организации Phuket Has Been Good To Us, которая оказывает поддержку детям из малообеспеченных семей на Пхукете. Пожалуйста, поделитесь этой информацией со своими русскоязычными друзьями и помогите нам вместе добиться значимых результатов. https://www.instagram.com/phuketwomenconference
Jeeno aims to shake off rust in LPGA season opener
Jeeno aims to shake off rust in LPGA season opener
GOLF: World number one Jeeno Thitikul kicked off her 2026 LPGA season at the Tournament of Champions yesterday (Jan 29) aiming to build on a three-win 2025 campaign and hoping a wrist injury is behind her.
Four arrested as anti-drugs campaign continues
Four arrested as anti-drugs campaign continues
PHUKET: Four suspected drug dealers were arrested in Thalang District during a two-day social order operation that netted more than 86 grammes of crystal meth (ya ice) and 12 methamphetamine pills (ya bah), as provincial authorities intensified a crackdown on drugs and organised crime under Interior Ministry policy.
Thai foreign minister hopes Myanmar polls ‘start of transition’ to peace
Thai foreign minister hopes Myanmar polls ‘start of transition’ to peace
CEBU: Thailand’s foreign minister said yesterday (Jan 29) that he hoped Myanmar’s recent election would be the “start of a transition” that could lead to sustainable peace in the civil war-torn country.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Expressway Project Bidding Begins || Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Expressway Project Bidding Begins || Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA - Jan 29 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
China executes 11 linked to Myanmar scam compounds
China executes 11 linked to Myanmar scam compounds
BEIJING: China executed 11 people linked to Myanmar criminal gangs, including “key members” of telecom scam operations, state media reported today (Jan 29), as Beijing toughens its response to the sprawling, transnational industry.
Recognising Substance Abuse in Thailand’s Nightlife Hotspots: Prevention and Help
Recognising Substance Abuse in Thailand’s Nightlife Hotspots: Prevention and Help
For many people, the nightlife in Phuket is about celebration and escape. However, behind Phuket is known as one of Thailand’s most exciting nightlife destinations. From neon lit bars to laid back beach bars in Kata and Karon, the island offers a wide mix of music, social life, and sense of freedom that attracts so many tourists and locals each year.
ETRO Residences Phuket hits THB 830,000 per sqm shattering island sales records
ETRO Residences Phuket hits THB 830,000 per sqm shattering island sales records
PHUKET, THAILAND: Etro Residences Phuket has made an explosive debut, setting a new per square metre sales record just days after launch. Located within the prestigious Gardens of Eden development in Bangtao, the ultra-limited collection achieved prices of THB 830,000 (USD26,350) per square metre — more than four times Phuket’s branded residence average – and the highest on the island.
Bhumjaithai party campaigns in Phuket
Bhumjaithai party campaigns in Phuket
PHUKET: Bhumjaithai Party campaign assistant Supajee Suthamphan used her first campaign rally in southern Thailand to push for Phuket to be designated a ‘Special Economic Zone’, promising infrastructure upgrades, tougher action against illegal businesses, and renewed consumer support schemes to boost incomes and cut living costs.
Online gold trades to be capped at B50mn daily
Online gold trades to be capped at B50mn daily
BANGKOK: As part of efforts to reduce currency volatility and prevent a sharp appreciation of the baht that could affect the economy, the Bank of Thailand plans to cap daily gold trading in baht on digital platforms at B50 million.
Contraceptive shots a first for Thai wild elephants
Contraceptive shots a first for Thai wild elephants
TRAT: Thailand has given a contraceptive vaccine to wild elephants for the first time in an effort to control their ballooning population, a conservation official said yesterday (Jan 28).
Lucky Djokovic advances to Aussie semis
Lucky Djokovic advances to Aussie semis
TENNIS: Novak Djokovic admitted he got lucky after opponent Lorenzo Musetti retired hurt yesterday (Jan 28) to send the Serbian great into a semi-final against either two-time reigning champion Jannik Sinner or Ben Shelton.
Officials confirm no Nipah infections in Phuket
Officials confirm no Nipah infections in Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket officials have confirmed that no cases of Nipah virus have been detected in the province, dismissing claims circulating on social media as false and warning that the misinformation risks causing public panic and damaging Phuket’s image as a safe destination.
Red levels of PM2.5 cover about one-third of Thailand
Red levels of PM2.5 cover about one-third of Thailand
BANGKOK: Harmful levels (red levels) of ultrafine dust shrouded about one-third of Thailand yesterday morning (Jan 28), including Bangkok and nearby provinces.
Phuket targets ‘black plate’ vehicles on ride-hailing apps
Phuket targets ‘black plate’ vehicles on ride-hailing apps
PHUKET: Provincial officials have called in digital ride-hailing platforms for talks aimed at removing unlicensed vehicles from app-based transport services, as authorities step up enforcement against illegal taxis and mounting pressure from both traditional taxi drivers and app-based drivers continues.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Motorbike Crash Claims Tourist’s life, Crypto Mining Scandal Includes PEA Officials || Jan 28
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Motorbike Crash Claims Tourist’s life, Crypto Mining Scandal Includes PEA Officials || Jan 28
PHUKET XTRA - January 28 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket Expressway inches towards project bidding
Phuket Expressway inches towards project bidding
PHUKET: The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) has confirmed it is moving ahead with the Phuket Expressway project, a major infrastructure development aimed at easing chronic traffic congestion and supporting the island’s long-term economic and tourism growth.
All Blacks need a reset, says Marshall
All Blacks need a reset, says Marshall
RUGBY: Former New Zealand scrum half Justin Marshall has called for an All-Black reset after claiming complacency may have crept into the squad over the last few years.
Complaints trigger probe into beach boat building in Chalong
Complaints trigger probe into beach boat building in Chalong
PHUKET: Boat-building activity encroaching on public land at Khok Tonod Beach in Chalong has been confirmed following a field inspection by the Phuket Provincial Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC Phuket), amid ongoing complaints from local residents about noise, dust and debris.
Phuket hospital denies Nipah virus claim
Phuket hospital denies Nipah virus claim
PHUKET: Bangkok Hospital Siriroj has denied claims circulating on social media that Indian nationals infected with the Nipah virus were being quarantined at the hospital, following a Facebook post that triggered widespread public concern.