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‘Phuket Health City’ to go on show at World Expo 2030 in Riyadh
‘Phuket Health City’ to go on show at World Expo 2030 in Riyadh
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has partnered with the Phuket Chamber of Commerce to promote the island’s ‘Phuket Health City’ model on the world stage, with plans to present it at World Expo 2030 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Parents charged over teen street racing, Rains force yacht adrift 40km from Chalong || June 10
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Parents charged over teen street racing, Rains force yacht adrift 40km from Chalong || June 10
PHUKET XTRA - June 10 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Election results confirm 10 mayors across Phuket
Election results confirm 10 mayors across Phuket
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT Phuket) has announced the confirmed election results that will see 10 mayors officially installed across the island, following the municipal elections last month.
Heavy rains bring more flooding
Heavy rains bring more flooding
PHUKET: Authorities across Phuket are on high alert after heavy rainfall this morning (June 10) led to flooding in parts of the island, with more severe weather expected over the next 24 hours.
Missing yacht found adrift more than 40km from Chalong
Missing yacht found adrift more than 40km from Chalong
PHUKET: A 48-foot catamaran that broke free from its mooring at Chalong Bay yesterday (June 9) due to strong waves and winds, has been safely recovered after drifting 24 nautical miles.
Trump deploys Marines as tensions rise over L.A. protests
Trump deploys Marines as tensions rise over L.A. protests
LOS ANGELES: President Donald Trump ordered active-duty US Marines and 2,000 more National Guard troops into Los Angeles yesterday (June 9), vowing those protesting immigration arrests would be “hit harder” than ever.
Thailand Biennale ‘Eternal Kalpa’ hoped to boost Phuket’s contemporary art scene
Thailand Biennale ‘Eternal Kalpa’ hoped to boost Phuket’s contemporary art scene
PHUKET: The Ministry of Culture has officially launched its campaign to promote the upcoming ‘Thailand Biennale festival, the international contemporary art festival that officials are hoping will elevate Thai art onto the global stage under the concept ‘Eternal Kalpa’.
Mixed pair settle for second best in Indonesia
Mixed pair settle for second best in Indonesia
BADMINTON: Mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran missed out on a chance to win their fourth title of the year after losing in the final of the US$450,000 (B14.7 million) BWF Indonesia Open in Jakarta on Sunday (June 8).
Hunt on for two suspects behind Pattani bombs
Hunt on for two suspects behind Pattani bombs
PATTANI: Security officials are looking for two suspects believed to be behind the two bomb blasts in downtown Pattani on Sunday night (June 8).
Police continue crackdown on teen street racing
Police continue crackdown on teen street racing
PHUKET: A late-night police operation in Wichit has led to the arrest of eight teenagers and the seizure of five motorbikes, as authorities crack down on illegal street racing that has left local residents unable to sleep.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tourist attack sends Patong mall guard to hospital, Man overboard as search ongoing|| June 9
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tourist attack sends Patong mall guard to hospital, Man overboard as search ongoing|| June 9
PHUKET XTRA - June 9 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Israel diverts Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
Israel diverts Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
JERUSALEM: Israel intercepted a Gaza-bound aid boat this morning (June 9), preventing the activists onboard, including Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg, from reaching the blockaded Palestinian territory.
Alcaraz stuns Sinner in all-time great French Open final
Alcaraz stuns Sinner in all-time great French Open final
TENNIS: Carlos Alcaraz saved three championship points as he produced an astonishing fightback from two sets down to beat Jannik Sinner in a French Open final for the ages yesterday (June 8).
Phuket marks 2.4mn visitors in first five months of 2025
Phuket marks 2.4mn visitors in first five months of 2025
PHUKET: Phuket’s tourism sector remains resilient with more than 2.4 million arrivals recorded from January to May 2025, an 8% year-on-year increase, according to the Phuket Tourist Association.
FAT secures landmark TV deal, clubs set for windfall
FAT secures landmark TV deal, clubs set for windfall
FOOTBALL: Advanced Info Service Plc (AIS), Gulf Energy Development Plc (GULF) and Jasmine International Plc (JAS) have secured the broadcasting rights to Thai football over the next four years in a B2 billion deal.
Search continues for missing American
Search continues for missing American
PHUKET: Marine authorities are continuing their search for a missing American man who fell overboard from a private yacht near Naka Island early yesterday morning (June 8) 
Patong mall guard hospitalised after assault by tourists
Patong mall guard hospitalised after assault by tourists
PHUKET: A teenage security guard at Jungceylon shopping mall in Patong is recovering in hospital after being assaulted by two foreign tourists early Saturday morning (June 7).
Phuket holds ‘lucky licence plate’ auction
Phuket holds ‘lucky licence plate’ auction
PHUKET: The Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) held the 22nd Phuket license plate auction on Saturday (June 7), offering 301 auspicious vehicle registration numbers under the theme ‘Khot’ – a phrase symbolising wealth and enduring prosperity.
Cambodian troops agree to retreat from Thai border
Cambodian troops agree to retreat from Thai border
BANGKOK: Cambodian soldiers agreed to retreat from the Thai border in Ubon Ratchathani province after a talk between regional forces of both countries yesterday (June 8).
Danish tourist found dead in Patong bathroom
Danish tourist found dead in Patong bathroom
PHUKET: A 66-year-old Danish tourist suffering diarrhea and fatigue was found dead in a bathroom at a rental accommodation on Nanai Rd in Patong yesterday (June 8).