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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Monk-on-monk shooting shocks Phuket, Final Phuket devices found, Phuket Pride 2025 || June 30
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Monk-on-monk shooting shocks Phuket, Final Phuket devices found, Phuket Pride 2025 || June 30
PHUKET XTRA - June 30 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Thailand expands universal healthcare to include hormone therapy for LGBTQ+
Thailand expands universal healthcare to include hormone therapy for LGBTQ+
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Public Health has approved a B145 million healthcare benefit to provide gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender and gender-diverse individuals under the country’s B30 universal healthcare scheme.
China’s top diplomat visits Europe pitching closer ties in ‘volatile’ world
China’s top diplomat visits Europe pitching closer ties in ‘volatile’ world
BEIJING: China’s top diplomat heads to Europe today (June 30) for a visit which Beijing said will highlight ties as an “anchor of stability” in a world in turmoil.
Discovery of devices fails to deter tourists
Discovery of devices fails to deter tourists
PHUKET: Despite the introduction of heightened security measures following the discovery of several suspected explosive devices in two southern tourist provinces last Thursday (June 26), tourism operators are still concerned the incident will reinforce negative perceptions concerning safety in Thailand, though none have reported cancellations.
Norris resists Piastri to lead dominant McLaren 1-2 in Austria
Norris resists Piastri to lead dominant McLaren 1-2 in Austria
FORMULA ONE: Lando Norris resisted vigorous attacks from team-mate and championship leader Oscar Piastri to claim a masterful McLaren 1-2 in yesterday’s (June 29) Austrian Grand Prix.
Phuket cannabis players brace for impact of Health Ministry controls
Phuket cannabis players brace for impact of Health Ministry controls
PHUKET: The Phuket cannabis industry is facing a sharp downturn following the new announcement from the Ministry of Public Health that tightens restrictions on cannabis use and sales across Thailand.
Phuket Pride 2025 celebrates diversity, equality
Phuket Pride 2025 celebrates diversity, equality
PHUKET: Phuket Town proudly opened its streets to diversity and equality on Saturday (June 28) as thousands gathered for the vibrant ‘Phuket City Pride 2025’ festival, held under the theme ‘Wave of Generations’ to promote inclusivity across all ages, genders and identities.
Healthy turnout for Phuket Trail Run
Healthy turnout for Phuket Trail Run
TRAIL RUNNING: This year’s Andaman International Trail Running (AITR) event in Phuket took place yesterday (June 29), with over 1,000 keen local and international competitors involved.
Japanese tourist drowns at Karon Beach
Japanese tourist drowns at Karon Beach
PHUKET: A Japanese tourist has tragically drowned while swimming at Karon Beach, less than 24 hours after arriving in Phuket with his wife.
Sisaket man found dead with knife in chest in Patong room
Sisaket man found dead with knife in chest in Patong room
PHUKET: Police are investigating the death of a man from Sisaket Province who was found with a knife embedded in his chest inside a rented room in Patong.
‘Delighted’ PM hands out national ID cards to minority ethnic groups
‘Delighted’ PM hands out national ID cards to minority ethnic groups
CHIANG RAI: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has granted Thai national ID cards to 21 representatives of minority ethnic groups in the northern province as part of the government’s policy to resolve issues of statelessness and ensure access to government welfare.
Monk fatally shot by fellow monk at Phuket temple
Monk fatally shot by fellow monk at Phuket temple
PHUKET: A shocking incident unfolded at Khao Rang Temple in Phuket Town yesterday morning (June 29), when a monk shot and killed a fellow monk inside a temple toilet following a reported personal conflict.
Satun man arrested with homemade gun
Satun man arrested with homemade gun
PHUKET: A man from Satun province has been arrested in Phuket for illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition as part of ongoing security operations in the area.
Groundbreaking first images from Vera Rubin Observatory
Groundbreaking first images from Vera Rubin Observatory
WASHINGTON: The team behind the long-awaited Vera Rubin Observatory in Chile have published their first images revealing breathtaking views of star-forming regions as well as distant galaxies.
The Pilgrimage: Pedaling Taiwan’s Perimeter
The Pilgrimage: Pedaling Taiwan’s Perimeter
There’s something wonderfully absurd about cycling around an entire country. Yet every year, thousands pedal the perimeter of Taiwan. It’s part endurance test, part cultural immersion and an entirely questionable life choice that somehow transformed into a popular pilgrimage.
Thailand’s Cannabis U-turn: Operators have weeks to adapt as recreational use faces ban
Thailand’s Cannabis U-turn: Operators have weeks to adapt as recreational use faces ban
Thailand's cannabis experiment is ending. After three years of decriminalisation that sparked a ‘green gold rush’, the government is slamming the brakes.
Drama as Thai girls bag maiden junior world title
Drama as Thai girls bag maiden junior world title
GOLF: Thailand’s girls’ team were one of the feel-good stories at last year’s Toyota Junior Golf World Cup, placing second behind a record United States victory. Prior to this they had never qualified.
Senate urges govt to pull casino bill
Senate urges govt to pull casino bill
BANGKOK: A Senate committee reviewing the casino-entertainment complex bill has urged the government to withdraw its draft legislation, warning that it may violate multiple sections of the 2017 Constitution.
Phuket Immigration arrests Russian wanted on Interpol Red Notice
Phuket Immigration arrests Russian wanted on Interpol Red Notice
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration officers have arrested a Russian man wanted on an Interpol ‘Red Notice’ for his alleged involvement in an international drug trafficking network.
Phuket pushes forward with teenage pregnancy prevention strategy
Phuket pushes forward with teenage pregnancy prevention strategy
PHUKET: Phuket officials have renewed their efforts to address teenage pregnancy, a persistent social issue with wide-ranging impacts, by convening a key multi-agency meeting to review prevention strategies and push for stronger, coordinated action across the province.