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Rami Malek proves he’s no amateur
Rami Malek proves he’s no amateur
When it comes to heroes in spy films on our screen it feels like there are two extremes. You either get the highly trained at their job, like Ethan Hunt or James Bond, or you get the bumbling buffoon like Johnny English, who is there for comedic relief.
Phuket’s Alan Morison passes away
Phuket’s Alan Morison passes away
PHUKET: Alan Morison, veteran journalist and founder of the renowned local news blog Phuket Wan, has passed away after a year-long battle against cancer.
Japanese bus driver steals US$7, loses $84,000 pension
Japanese bus driver steals US$7, loses $84,000 pension
TOKYO: A Japanese bus driver with 29 years of service lost his retirement package worth US$84,000 (B2.8 million) after being fired for stealing $7 from passengers’ fares.
Illegal foreign tour guides hinder sector
Illegal foreign tour guides hinder sector
BANGKOK: Illegal foreign tour guides, including Chinese and other nationalities, are still operating in major tourist destinations, surviving by paying monthly bribes to officers, according to the Professional Tourist Guides Association of Thailand.
Liverpool poised for Premier League coronation, Leicester, Ipswich for relegation
Liverpool poised for Premier League coronation, Leicester, Ipswich for relegation
FOOTBALL: Liverpool could seal the Premier League tomorrow (Apr 20) should the runaway leaders condemn Leicester to relegation and Arsenal suffer a Champions League hangover by losing at Ipswich.
Officials investigate encroachment on wildlife reserve in Wichit
Officials investigate encroachment on wildlife reserve in Wichit
PHUKET: Officials are investigating ongoing encroachment on a protected wildlife reserve in Wichit amid concerns over land exploitation driven by Phuket’s rapid urban development and booming tourism industry.
Phuket officials address homelessness at ‘Economic Development’ meeting
Phuket officials address homelessness at ‘Economic Development’ meeting
PHUKET: Phuket officials focussed in part on the growing issue of homelessness in the area at a meeting of the Provincial Economic Development Committee held earlier this week.
SKÅL Phuket Sports Day
SKÅL Phuket Sports Day
Get ready for a day of fun with SKÅL members, family & friends! Put your game face on and enjoy a family-style brunch, with games and activities throughout the day. Casual sporty vibes | Foosball | Great food | Great company. Kindee Pizzaria & Steak House Cherntalay from 12:30 – 16:00. Adults THB 1,000 - Children THB 500. RSVP now – don’t miss it! Contact facebook.com/SkalPhuket
Anti-Money Laundering Office to reinstate policy on politicians
Anti-Money Laundering Office to reinstate policy on politicians
BANGKOK: The Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT) has received an assurance from the Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) that a shelved measure to rein in politicians who launder ill-got gains will be restored, says the agency's chief.
Chalong Hospital donations needed for operating room
Chalong Hospital donations needed for operating room
PHUKET: As with the recent call for donations to complete the Andaman region’s first government cancer treatment centre at Vachira Phuket Hospital, Chalong Hospital is now also calling for donations for a new operating room and medical equipment due to insufficient funding from the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH).
Phuket Eco Market
Phuket Eco Market
Phuket’s FIRST Eco Market is Coming Soon! We’re officially launching the first Phuket Eco Market at Junkyard Theatre on 11 May 2025 — a one-of-a-kind event bringing together sustainable shopping, fun activities, great food, and eco-inspiration under one roof! Sunday 11 May 2025 Junkyard Theatre, Bypass Road (Near IKEA) From 2:30PM onwards Free Entry for All! Are you a vendor of recycled, handmade, eco-friendly or secondhand goods? Want to run a workshop, activity, or offer a wellness session? Let’s build Phuket’s most vibrant eco community together — be part of the change. Message us on +66 (0) 966 396 252 (Josh) or email support@thelitterclub.org to get involved!
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket’s Songkran boost, German family recovers from crash, Phi Phi reopens sites || April 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket’s Songkran boost, German family recovers from crash, Phi Phi reopens sites || April 18
PHUKET XTRA - April 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket ends Songkran ‘Seven Days of Danger’ with zero fatalities
Phuket ends Songkran ‘Seven Days of Danger’ with zero fatalities
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has praised local officials for their efforts contributing to Phuket officially concluding the ‘Seven Days of Danger’ for Songkran 2025 with zero fatalities.
Talking points as F1 heads to the streets of Jeddah
Talking points as F1 heads to the streets of Jeddah
FORMULA ONE: This weekend’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is the final leg of the first ‘triple header’ of the season.
US unveils new port fees for Chinese-linked ships
US unveils new port fees for Chinese-linked ships
WASHINGTON: The United States unveiled new port fees on Chinese built and operated ships yesterday (Apr 17), in a bid to boost the domestic shipbuilding industry and curb China’s dominance in the sector.
REGGAE WAVES
REGGAE WAVES
Rotary Club of Patong Beach is pleased to announce the return of Reggae Waves to be held at Carpe Diem Beach Club - Bangtao Phuket. Block the date for a great evening of fun and for a noble cause, all proceeds from this event will benefit the local community. More details coming soon.
Thai PM backs ASEAN united front on tariffs
Thai PM backs ASEAN united front on tariffs
BANGKOK: Thailand is ready to support ASEAN’s collective approach in negotiating with the United States over its reciprocal tariffs on imports from countries in the region, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said yesterday (Apr 17).
Urgent action ordered after German tourists struck at Khao Lak crosswalk
Urgent action ordered after German tourists struck at Khao Lak crosswalk
PHUKET: In response to a road accident that injured two German tourists in Takua Pa on Tuesday (Apr 15), Phang Nga Governor Pairot Petchyuan chaired a high-level meeting yesterday to intensify efforts to prevent road and marine accidents during the remainder of the Songkran holidays.
A rising football star forged on Phuket’s shores
A rising football star forged on Phuket’s shores
FOOTBALL: Phuket can lay claim to another feather in its cap: producing one of the most exciting young footballers in Thailand. Siam Yapp, the talented young forward currently on loan at Nakhon Ratchasima FC (Swat Cats) from Buriram United, is a product of Phuket’s nurturing footballing environment, a testament to the island’s growing influence on the national stage.
Songkran brings B8.3bn boost to Phuket
Songkran brings B8.3bn boost to Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket saw a major tourism boost during this year’s Songkran Festival, with more than 523,000 travelers passing through the province by air, according to figures from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket Office.