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PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has allocated more than B2.7 million for three key projects aimed at strengthening the province’s agricultural and local economic sectors under its 2025 development plan.
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PHUKET: Thailand’s Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra has praised Phuket-born Suchata Chuangsri, better known as “Nong Opal,” after she became the first Thai woman in history to win the Miss World crown.
Thai FA Targets 2027 Women’s World Cup
Thai FA Targets 2027 Women’s World Cup
FOOTBALL: The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has officially launched a strategic plan for women’s football under the vision “From Grassroots to Greatness,” reaffirming its commitment to returning the Thai women’s national team, known as “Chaba Kaew,” to the FIFA Women’s World Cup stage with the campaign “Road to Brazil 2027.”
Rotary charity concert - Uniting for Good
Rotary charity concert - Uniting for Good
In celebration of the position of District Governor and President’s of the 11 Rotary Club’s Year 121 in Phuket. To raise funds for medical equipment for Chalong Hospital. At The Pago Design Hotel, Phuket. From 17.30-23.00. Come join us for a concert by The Billboard (by Chompoo Fruity and Pom Autobahn), with hit songs from the 70s-90s. Tickets are 1,500 / 2,000pp / 3,000 including food (Chinese style food / tables seat 10). Reserve a table - Khun Kakanang - Thai - 095 412 8588 / Khun Alex - Eng - 098 296 6508.
Slain Phuket soldier honoured with Islamic burial
Slain Phuket soldier honoured with Islamic burial
PHUKET: A solemn burial ceremony was held at Nai Yang last night for Private First Class (PFC) Pakom Suden, 22, who was shot and killed by a sniper while on patrol in Yala’s Bannang Sata district yesterday (June 17).
G7 rallies behind Ukraine after abrupt Trump exit
G7 rallies behind Ukraine after abrupt Trump exit
KANANASKIS: Group of Seven powers, holding talks yesterday (June 17) at a summit that Donald Trump left early, promised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fresh support as Russia stepped up attacks on its neighbour.
Cambodia bans all imports of Thai fruit, vegetables
Cambodia bans all imports of Thai fruit, vegetables
TRAT: Cambodia banned all imports of Thai fruit and vegetables yesterday (June 17) in response to Thailand’s refusal to fully open all border checkpoints.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand’s weed rethink: prescriptions ahead, Kata landslide ruled ‘natural disaster’ || June 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand’s weed rethink: prescriptions ahead, Kata landslide ruled ‘natural disaster’ || June 17
PHUKET XTRA - June 17 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
US tariff talks making headway
US tariff talks making headway
BANGKOK: The Commerce Minister said the reciprocal tariff talks with the US appear to be making good progress and he expected both sides to agree on tariffs as low as 10%.
Grab and Gather Season 2 at Blue Tree Phuket
Grab and Gather Season 2 at Blue Tree Phuket
Grab and Gather Season2, We’re back!!! A Celebration of Community lifestyle at Blue Tree Phuket. Join us for a delightful event that brings together all the things you love from gardening and gourmet treats to home decor and fine arts! Explore a delightful mix of - Gardening for Nature Lovers’, Creative Arts, Crafts & Workshop, Home Décor, Artisanal goods and Handmade Jewelry, Delicious foods and drinks, Pet-friendly zone. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable celebration! 27-29 June 2025 (Free Entry) at 11 AM - 8 PM at Blue Tree Phuket, Cherng Talay, Phuket.
Phuket splurges B500k on pineapple, durian promotion
Phuket splurges B500k on pineapple, durian promotion
PHUKET: A budget of B503,300 has been spent on staging a ‘Charm of Phuket Durian & Pineapple’ event, aimed at promoting local agricultural products and linking them with tourism to boost income for local farmers.
Nigerians arrested in Phuket overstay sweep
Nigerians arrested in Phuket overstay sweep
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration officers have arrested three Nigerian nationals for overstaying their visas as part of an ongoing campaign to enforce immigration laws and address crimes committed by foreigners on the island.
Date changed for Phuket tsunami drill
Date changed for Phuket tsunami drill
PHUKET: Wichit Sutthaso, Chief of the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket), has confirmed that the tsunami drill to be held in Kamala this month will be held on June 27*.
Netanyahu says ‘changing face of Middle East’ as Israel, Iran trade blows
Netanyahu says ‘changing face of Middle East’ as Israel, Iran trade blows
TEHRAN: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted yesterday (June 16) that Israel’s campaign against Iran was “changing the face of the Middle East”, as the two countries traded heavy strikes for a fourth day.
Laguna Phuket Marathon proves as popular as ever
Laguna Phuket Marathon proves as popular as ever
MARATHON: More than 7,000 competitors from over 71 different countries joined in the 19th Laguna Phuket Marathon at the weekend (June 14-15).
Weed policy shift gets thumbs-down
Weed policy shift gets thumbs-down
BANGKOK: Three years after Thailand became the first country in Asia to decriminalise cannabis, health and civil society experts are raising concerns over public health and inadequate regulations which accompanied the move.
DOPA S.W.A.T. arrests eight for illegal gambling
DOPA S.W.A.T. arrests eight for illegal gambling
PHUKET: Thalang District officials have arrested eight people at a rented house in Moo 4, Thepkrasattri, for illegal gambling.
Apply for your TDAC early via our platform
Apply for your TDAC early via our platform
AGENTS CO., LTD. has launched a dedicated platform for submitting Thailand Digital Arrival Cards (TDAC), built specifically to support travel agents, tour operators, and travel service providers managing group travel. The system is designed to eliminate the stress of last-minute filings and make the TDAC process faster, more flexible, and more reliable for everyone involved.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: King Power vs Airports, Russian ‘Doctor’ busted, Another foreigner worker purge || June 16
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: King Power vs Airports, Russian ‘Doctor’ busted, Another foreigner worker purge || June 16
PHUKET XTRA - June 16 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Cambodia threatens to ban Thai fruit and veg over border row
Cambodia threatens to ban Thai fruit and veg over border row
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia’s influential former leader Hun Sen issued an ultimatum to Thailand today (June 16) to lift border crossing restrictions or his country will ban all Thai fruit and vegetable imports in the latest round of the border spat between the two countries.