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Reform agenda to the fore
Reform agenda to the fore
BANGKOK: Although Thai businesses are relieved the US has reduced its import tariff on Thai goods to 19%, on par with other countries in the region, improving long-term competitiveness remains a challenge for domestic firms, in addition to attracting foreign investment.
Phuket gears up for Muay Thai Festival 2025
Phuket gears up for Muay Thai Festival 2025
MUAY THAI: Phuket is preparing to host the “Muay Thai Phuket Festival 2025” this coming weekend, aiming to reinforce its reputation as a world-class hub for the sport and showcase Thailand’s soft power on the global stage.
Phuket landfill crisis worsens as capacity exceeded
Phuket landfill crisis worsens as capacity exceeded
PHUKET: The Saphan Hin landfill has exceeded its 800,000-tonne capacity, with waste continuing to pour in from across the island, prompting urgent calls for action from Phuket City Mayor Suphot La-ongphet.
Thailand promises better tourist safety after Malaysian pair torched
Thailand promises better tourist safety after Malaysian pair torched
BANGKOK: The Tourism and Sports Ministry has promised improved safety measures in areas popular with tourists after two Malaysians were set on fire in a random attack by an unemployed man in downtown Bangkok.
Wichit Police bust illegal loan shark
Wichit Police bust illegal loan shark
PHUKET: Wichit Police have arrested a 61-year-old man for operating an illegal high-interest loan business, seizing 12 motorcycles, five sedans, a pickup truck and dozens of related documents.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: School Corruption Claims, Phuket Miss Universe Week Begins, Kamala Land Charges || Aug 11
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: School Corruption Claims, Phuket Miss Universe Week Begins, Kamala Land Charges || Aug 11
PHUKET XTRA - August 11 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Activate AI-Powered Trade Ideas in MetaTrader 5 in Just a Few Clicks
Activate AI-Powered Trade Ideas in MetaTrader 5 in Just a Few Clicks
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining the way traders approach the financial markets. In Thailand, where more individuals are turning to online platforms for forex and stock trading, AI is quickly becoming a game changer. Traders are no longer relying only on manual technical analysis or gut feeling. Instead, they're using intelligent systems that identify patterns, generate trade ideas, and optimise entry and exit points.
Phuket welcomes Miss Universe Thailand contestants
Phuket welcomes Miss Universe Thailand contestants
PHUKET: Phuket has rolled out the red carpet for contestants in the Miss Universe Thailand 2025 pageant, hosting a glamorous ‘White Pearl Welcome Party’ on Saturday (Aug 9) that also marked the official launch of the new Kora Beach Resort Phuket at Layan Beach, Cherng Talay.
Phuket Town readies for annual Por Tor festival
Phuket Town readies for annual Por Tor festival
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality is preparing to host the annual Por Tor (Hungry Ghost) Festival from Sept 4-21, celebrating local traditions and paying respects to ancestors through merit-making ceremonies and cultural events.
Europe pushes for Ukraine role in Trump-Putin talks
Europe pushes for Ukraine role in Trump-Putin talks
BRUSSELS: European leaders pushed for Ukraine to be a part of negotiations between the United States and Russia yesterday (Aug 10), ahead of talks between presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump.
Phuket’s tourism revenue remains steady
Phuket’s tourism revenue remains steady
PHUKET: Phuket’s tourism revenue has remained stable through the first seven months of 2025, with strong growth in arrivals from several markets offsetting a decline in Chinese tourists, the Phuket Tourist Association has reported.
Songkhla man arrested in Pa Khlok with 1,200 meth pills
Songkhla man arrested in Pa Khlok with 1,200 meth pills
PHUKET: Thalang Police have arrested a 35-year-old man from Songkhla and seized more than 1,200 methamphetamine (ya bah) pills and a quantity of crystal methamphetamine as part of the ongoing drug suppression drive.
Schedule announced for ‘Ganesha Chaturthi’ festival
Schedule announced for ‘Ganesha Chaturthi’ festival
PHUKET: Phuket officials have announced the schedule for Thailand’s first-ever ‘Ganesha Chaturthi’ festival, to be held later this month in a five-day celebration aimed at boosting cultural tourism and strengthening spiritual ties between Thailand and India.
Police probe death of unidentified man at Kalim Beach
Police probe death of unidentified man at Kalim Beach
PHUKET: Police are investigating the death of an unidentified man who drowned at Kalim Beach on Saturday (Aug 9).
New-look Liverpool humbled by Crystal Palace in Community Shield
New-look Liverpool humbled by Crystal Palace in Community Shield
FOOTBALL: Crystal Palace twice came from behind to stun a new-look Liverpool and win the Community Shield for the first time on penalties after a 2-2 draw at Wembley yesterday (Aug 10).
Thai-Cambodia border areas, communities still unsafe, says army
Thai-Cambodia border areas, communities still unsafe, says army
SA KAEO: The presence of numerous Cambodian rockets and landmines means that Thai border communities and frontiers are still unsafe for civilians and military personnel, according to the Royal Thai Army.
Permanent sculptures, underwater art to feature in Phuket Biennale
Permanent sculptures, underwater art to feature in Phuket Biennale
PHUKET: Leading Phuket officials have released more details regarding ‘Thailand Biennale Phuket 2025’, a six-month international art festival aimed at transforming the island into a world-class art destination from Nov 29, 2025, to Apr 30, 2026.
Dangerous dreams: Inside internet’s ‘sleepmaxxing’ craze
Dangerous dreams: Inside internet’s ‘sleepmaxxing’ craze
WASHINGTON: From mouth taping to rope-assisted neck swinging, a viral social media trend is promoting extreme bedtime routines that claim to deliver perfect sleep - despite scant medical evidence and potential safety risks.
Two boxers die after brain injuries at same event
Two boxers die after brain injuries at same event
BOXING: Two boxers in Japan have died from brain injuries they incurred in separate bouts during the same event in Tokyo.
Senate pushes for more small hotels to be legally registered
Senate pushes for more small hotels to be legally registered
PHUKET: The Senate is working with Phuket authorities and tourism representatives to ensure as many informal hotels as possible are registered before a key legal deadline on Aug 18.