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Economic Cabinet gives green light to retirement savings scheme
Economic Cabinet gives green light to retirement savings scheme
BANGKOK: The economic Cabinet on Monday (Dec 8) approved guidelines for a retirement savings scheme aimed at enabling people to support themselves in retirement while reducing the government welfare budget burden.
European allies back Zelensky after Trump criticism
European allies back Zelensky after Trump criticism
LONDON: Ukraine’s European allies put on a show of support for President Volodymyr Zelensky yesterday (Dec 8) as they expressed scepticism about parts of the US proposal to end Russia’s nearly four-year invasion.
Wichit Police defend arrest of Myanmar salon worker
Wichit Police defend arrest of Myanmar salon worker
PHUKET: Wichit Police have defended the arrest of a Myanmar national working at a beauty salon, saying a strict crackdown is underway against foreigners employed in occupations legally reserved for Thai nationals.
Thailand launches all-out SEA Games gold rush
Thailand launches all-out SEA Games gold rush
SEA GAMES: The 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games - Thailand’s biggest sporting event of the year - will officially begin today (Dec 9) with an opening ceremony at Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok.
Thai F-16 razes border casino
Thai F-16 razes border casino
BANGKOK: A Thai F-16 has destroyed a casino used as a Cambodian drone control station, and the air force is now targeting rocket bases that threaten Thai communities, according to the Royal Thai Army.
Australian Ambassador visits Phuket
Australian Ambassador visits Phuket
PHUKET: Australian Ambassador to Thailand Angela Macdonald paid a courtesy visit to Phuket Governor Nirat Phongsitthaworn yesterday (Dec 8) to discuss strengthening cooperation on tourist safety, social issues and long-standing relations between Thailand and Australia.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Corruption Investigation Into Phuket Condo Project, Island Waste Surges || Dec 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Corruption Investigation Into Phuket Condo Project, Island Waste Surges || Dec 8
PHUKET XTRA - December 8 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Koh Panyi woman killed, crushed by Phuket–Takua Pa delivery truck
Koh Panyi woman killed, crushed by Phuket–Takua Pa delivery truck
PHANG NGA: A 38-year-old woman from Koh Panyi died after her motorcycle was struck by a refrigerated delivery truck on the bypass road in Kok Kloi, Takua Thung District, Phang Nga, police have confirmed.
Race tightens for OrBorTor elections
Race tightens for OrBorTor elections
PHUKET: Candidate registration for the Tambon Administrative Organisation (OrBorTor) elections in Phuket closed on Friday (Dec 5), with six subdistricts confirmed to hold polls and several areas seeing highly competitive races.
Narrow win for Team Hollywood at Phuket King’s Cup
Narrow win for Team Hollywood at Phuket King’s Cup
SAILING: It all came down to the last race on the last day on Saturday (Dec 6) to decide the winner in four of the classes competing in the 37th Phuket King’s Cup.
Gunners crash at Villa, Man City cut gap
Gunners crash at Villa, Man City cut gap
FOOTBALL: Aston Villa ended Arsenal’s 18-match unbeaten run to blow the Premier League title race wide open on Saturday (Dec 6) as Manchester City beat Sunderland 3-0 to close within two points of the leaders.
Man killed in Patong head-on motorbike collision
Man killed in Patong head-on motorbike collision
PHUKET: A 25-year-old man was killed and a woman seriously injured in a head-on motorbike collision in Patong last night (Dec 7).
Government hunts for revenue as debt mounts
Government hunts for revenue as debt mounts
BANGKOK: The government's growing interest burden has steadily eroded treasury reserves over the past four years, prompting the administration to urgently look for ways to increase revenue before the country's credit rating is adversely affected.
Mentally ill man hospitalised after rampage in Wichit
Mentally ill man hospitalised after rampage in Wichit
PHUKET: Police and rescue workers intervened after a mentally ill man went on a late-night rampage in a residential estate in Wichit, smashing vehicles and frightening residents before being taken to hospital for treatment.
Tearful Norris completes ‘long journey’ to become F1 world champion
Tearful Norris completes ‘long journey’ to become F1 world champion
FORMULA ONE: Lando Norris claimed his maiden drivers’ championship yesterday (Dec 7) to complete McLaren’s first title double since 1998 with a perfectly-judged drive to finish third behind Red Bull’s winner Max Verstappen and team-mate Oscar Piastri.
Thai man, Norwegian woman arrested in luxury villa drug bust
Thai man, Norwegian woman arrested in luxury villa drug bust
PHUKET: A Thai man and a Norwegian woman have been arrested at a luxury villa in the Laem Panwa area of Wichit after police uncovered heroin and methamphetamine in a late-night drug raid.
Phuket holds merit-making ceremony to honour Princess Bajrakitiyabha
Phuket holds merit-making ceremony to honour Princess Bajrakitiyabha
PHUKET: Phuket officials and residents gathered at Wat Thepwararam (Wat Manik) in Thalang yesterday (Dec 7) to hold a merit-making and blessing ceremony in honour of the birthday of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati.
Royal visit highlights 37th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta
Royal visit highlights 37th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta
PHUKET: Their Majesties the King and Queen arrived in Phuket over the weekend to preside over and present awards at the 37th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 2025, as crowds of residents and tourists gathered across the island to welcome the royal visit.
LA FESTA DI PHUKET
LA FESTA DI PHUKET
An Italo-Australo-British End of Year Networking Soirée. As 2025 comes to a close, we invite you to gather with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals for an evening where meaningful connections meet a relaxed, festive atmosphere. Hosted by TICC, AustCham, and BCCT, this exclusive event promises an unforgettable night under the Phuket stars. Enjoy a curated selection of premium Italian and New Zealand beverages and gourmet finger foods prepared to complement every sip. Whether you’re looking to expand your business network, reconnect with familiar faces, or simply unwind in great company, La Festa di Phuket is the ideal setting to close the year on a high note. From 6pm at Overgrown Bar, Le Green Hotel, Cherntalay. Members: THB 1,350 net – Non-Members: THB 1,900 net. For bookings - https://thaitch.org
Cambodian attacks injure Thai soldiers, prompt border evacuations
Cambodian attacks injure Thai soldiers, prompt border evacuations
SI SA KET: The Second Army Region has ordered evacuations from border communities in four northeastern provinces after a 35-minute armed clash with Cambodian forces in Si Sa Ket province yesterday (Dec 7), during which two Thai soldiers were injured.