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Thalang crackdown seizes over 100 bottles of kratom juice
Thalang crackdown seizes over 100 bottles of kratom juice
PHUKET: Thalang District officials seized more than 100 bottles of kratom juice in coordinated raids on two shops operating near schools yesterday evening (Nov 24), as part of the province’s ongoing ‘Phuket 120 Days Nonstop’ campaign to reinforce social order.
Man dies after suicide attempt at home in Srisoonthon
Man dies after suicide attempt at home in Srisoonthon
PHUKET: A 49-year-old man from Hat Yai died shortly after being rushed to Thalang Hospital late last night (Nov 24) after he was found attempting to hang himself inside a house in Srisoonthon, Thalang District.
Phuket launches ‘Next Chapter’ drive
Phuket launches ‘Next Chapter’ drive
PHUKET: Government leaders, tourism operators, academics and community representatives gathered in Phuket yesterday (Nov 24) for the launch of ‘Phuket Next Chapter’, a major new initiative aimed at shaping the island into a high-quality, sustainable global tourism destination.
Governor briefed on Phuket’s traffic, landfill woes
Governor briefed on Phuket’s traffic, landfill woes
PHUKET: Governor Nirat Pongsittithaworn has been finally briefed on two of Phuket’s critical problems – traffic congestion around the Heroines Monument and mounting pressure at the Saphan Hin waste-management centre – during a series of meetings with local administrators.
Rhino horn sales, shark protection on wildlife talks agenda
Rhino horn sales, shark protection on wildlife talks agenda
SAMARKAND: Global wildlife talks opened yeterday (Nov 24), with votes expected on increased shark protection, a bid to allow limited rhino horn sales and a push to restrict the trade in eels.
Thailand open camp with 100% belief
Thailand open camp with 100% belief
SEA GAMES: Thailand’s U23 national football team officially reported for training yesterday (Nov 24) as preparations intensified ahead of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, set to take place in Thailand next month.
Woman faces arrest for pimping kid
Woman faces arrest for pimping kid
BANGKOK: Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a 29-year-old woman accused of forcing her 12-year-old daughter to work at a massage parlour in central Tokyo, prompting coordinated action among law enforcement agencies in Thailand, Japan, and Taiwan.
Phuket joins Hat Yai flood-relief efforts
Phuket joins Hat Yai flood-relief efforts
PHUKET: Local organisations, government agencies and volunteer groups across Phuket have launched a wide-ranging relief effort as severe flooding continues to inundate parts of southern Thailand, with Hat Yai in Songkhla Province among the hardest hit.
Free buses from Phuket to join national mourning in Bangkok
Free buses from Phuket to join national mourning in Bangkok
PHUKET: Phuket officials across the island are offering free bus transport for local residents to travel to Bangkok to pay respects to the Queen Mother, with trips being planned and some already fully booked.
Phuket placed on precautionary ‘flood readiness’ alert
Phuket placed on precautionary ‘flood readiness’ alert
PHUKET: Governor Nirat Phongsitthaworn has ordered all provincial agencies to heighten flood-prevention measures and simultaneously ensure adequate water reserves for the coming dry season, despite forecasts showing limited rainfall for Phuket in the days ahead.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bangla Power Lines Go Underground, Immigration ‘Visa-Free’ Crackdown || Nov 24
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bangla Power Lines Go Underground, Immigration ‘Visa-Free’ Crackdown || Nov 24
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Washington, Kyiv say a peace deal must ‘fully uphold’ Ukraine sovereignty
Washington, Kyiv say a peace deal must ‘fully uphold’ Ukraine sovereignty
GENEVA: Washington and Kyiv said yesterday (Nov 23) that any eventual deal to halt the war with Russia must fully uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty, after “constructive” talks between US, Ukrainian and European officials in Geneva.
Verstappen wins big in Vegas with McLarens disqualified
Verstappen wins big in Vegas with McLarens disqualified
FORMULA ONE: Current world champion Max Verstappen produced a masterful drive to win the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Saturday (Nov 22) as his title hopes were boosted further with the McLarens of championship leader Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri both being disqualified.
Drug fugitive still at large after escaping custody
Drug fugitive still at large after escaping custody
PHUKET: Police are still searching for a drug suspect who escaped from Thalang District officials while being transferred to Wichit Police Station late Friday night (Nov 22).
Gunners shoot down Spurs, Liverpool felled at Forest
Gunners shoot down Spurs, Liverpool felled at Forest
FOOTBALL: Arsenal midfielder Eberechi Eze showed Tottenham what they missed out on with a brilliant hat-trick in a 4-1 north London derby demolition that bolstered the Premier League leaders’ title charge yesterday (Nov 23).
More kratom shops near schools raided
More kratom shops near schools raided
PHUKET: Local officials are continuing their crackdown on kratom shops operating too close to schools and universities, with inspections finding three more shops in violation of national regulations.
Myanmar man killed in early-morning motorcycle crash in Patong
Myanmar man killed in early-morning motorcycle crash in Patong
PHUKET: A 22-year-old Myanmar man was killed in a motorcycle accident on Phrabarami Rd in the early hours of yesterday morning (Nov 23), Patong Police have confirmed.
Jeeno defends title at LPGA Tour Championship
Jeeno defends title at LPGA Tour Championship
GOLF: World number one Jeeno Thitikul captured her second consecutive season-ending LPGA Tour Championship yesterday (Nov 23), holding off Thai compatriot Pajaree Anannarukarn for the US$4 million (B130mn) richest prize in women’s golf.
Eight Chinese arrested in Bang Tao illegal-workers sweep
Eight Chinese arrested in Bang Tao illegal-workers sweep
PHUKET: Police arrested eight Chinese nationals found working without permits at a construction site in Bang Tao during a three-day immigration sweep carried out last week.
Government deploys ‘all resources’ for stricken Hat Yai
Government deploys ‘all resources’ for stricken Hat Yai
HAT YAI: Security forces and emergency crews have been instructed to mobilise all resources at hand to save Hat Yai, as severe flooding inundated large parts of the city.