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Phuket officials raid ‘literacy centre’ for Myanmar children
Phuket officials raid ‘literacy centre’ for Myanmar children
PHUKET: Raids on the charity operations run by the Good Shepherd Foundation have continued with officials from the Thalang District Office conducting an “inspection” of the BanYa LIteracy Center in Srisoonthorn.
Power outage to affect housing estates in Ratsada
Power outage to affect housing estates in Ratsada
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced a scheduled power outage tomorrow (Mar 20) for “electrical system improvements”.
Taiwan’s annual war games to simulate 2027 China attack
Taiwan’s annual war games to simulate 2027 China attack
TAIPEI: Taiwanese troops will simulate possible scenarios for a Chinese invasion in 2027 during the island’s annual war games, the defence ministry said today (Mar 19), as Beijing maintains military pressure on Taipei.
Man arrested for stealing beer, power banks from 7-Eleven
Man arrested for stealing beer, power banks from 7-Eleven
PHUKET: Patong Police have arrested a 39-year-old Thai man for stealing a case of beer and two power banks from a 7-Eleven store in Patong.
Burrows found guilty of 54 offences of sexual abuse of boys
Burrows found guilty of 54 offences of sexual abuse of boys
PHUKET: Richard Burrows, who for decades lived in Phuket under the name ‘Peter Smith’, has been found guilty of 54 offences of sexual offences against young boys.
British restaurateur seriously injured, struck by motorbike in Rawai
British restaurateur seriously injured, struck by motorbike in Rawai
PHUKET: A well-known Bristol restaurant owner is fighting for his life after being struck by a motorcycle while crossing a road in Saiyuan, Rawai.
Dutch tourists fined for public indecency in Patong
Dutch tourists fined for public indecency in Patong
PHUKET: Patong Police have fined two Dutch tourists after they were caught dancing in a revealing manner in the middle of Bangla Rd late last night (Mar 18).
‘The Mesh’ finds form to land Kamala pairs title with partner Rose
‘The Mesh’ finds form to land Kamala pairs title with partner Rose
BOWLS: The Phuket Lawn Bowls Pairs tournament was held earlier this month at Kamala Bowls Club with not only all of the island’s regular resident bowlers involved but a number of holidaymakers pitching in too.
Phuket hotels unfazed by move to reduce visa-free stays
Phuket hotels unfazed by move to reduce visa-free stays
PHUKET: Phuket hoteliers do not expect to feel the pinch if the government reduces visa-free stays to 30 days, as data showed the average length of stay was two weeks, though they say remedies for illegal businesses might require more practical solutions.
Phuket conducts marine rescue exercise ‘to boost tourism confidence’
Phuket conducts marine rescue exercise ‘to boost tourism confidence’
PHUKET: Local officials conducted a ‘table top’ marine rescue exercise yesterday (Mar 18), simulating a cruise ship explosion at sea, to enhance preparedness for maritime disasters. 
Thailand’s heat index reaches danger levels
Thailand’s heat index reaches danger levels
BANGKOK: Temperatures are rising as the hot season settles in and health authorities are warning people to stay out of the sun if possible with the heat index having already hit the orange “dangerous to health” level.
The Litter Club Community Clean Up
The Litter Club Community Clean Up
Join us this Sunday at New Rassada Pier Community to build on last week’s success—let’s remove even more waste, increase recycling, and make a lasting impact together! ?♻️ เข้าร่วมกับเราวันอาทิตย์นี้ที่ ชุมชนท่าเรือใหม่รัษฎา เพื่อสานต่อความสำเร็จจากสัปดาห์ที่แล้ว—มาช่วยกันเก็บขยะให้มากขึ้น เพิ่มการรีไซเคิล และสร้างความเปลี่ยนแปลงที่ยั่งยืนไปด้วยกัน! ?♻️ #EveryPieceMatters #PhuketCleanup
Phuket honours Rama V on ‘Local Thai Day 2025’
Phuket honours Rama V on ‘Local Thai Day 2025’
PHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong presided over a ceremony at the King Rama V Monument at the old provincial hall yesterday (Mar 18) to pay homage to King Chulalongkorn as officials across the country marked ‘Local Thai Day 2025’.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Free Phuket charity school raided, Tourist subdued over Kata hotel attack, DNA test || March 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Free Phuket charity school raided, Tourist subdued over Kata hotel attack, DNA test || March 18
PHUKET XTRA - March 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
PM to join Thailand’s first ‘Sustainable Tourism Conference’ in Phuket
PM to join Thailand’s first ‘Sustainable Tourism Conference’ in Phuket
PHUKET: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will deliver a special presentation at the first ‘Thailand Sustainable Tourism Conference 2025’ (TSTC 2025), to be held at the Phuket Rajabhat University Conference Centre on Mar 28-29.
Irishman killed, struck by car at speed in Khao Lak
Irishman killed, struck by car at speed in Khao Lak
PHANG NGA: A 54-year-old Irishman was killed when he was struck by a car travelling at speed on the main road through Khao Lak last night (Mar 17)
JFK assassination files set to be released
JFK assassination files set to be released
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump said his administration would today (Mar 18) release remaining government files on the assassination of president John F. Kennedy - a case that still fuels conspiracy theories more than 60 years after his death.
Phuket officials raid free charity school for Myanmar children
Phuket officials raid free charity school for Myanmar children
PHUKET: Following a popular YouTuber posting a video highlighting the biggest slum community on the island, Phuket officials in their wisdom have raided a free charity-run school that provides free education and free lunches to children in the area.
Iranian tourist subdued after stabbing Phuket hotel staff with syringe
Iranian tourist subdued after stabbing Phuket hotel staff with syringe
PHUKET: Police were forced to use a stun gun to subdue an Iranian tourist who stabbed hotel staff with a syringe in Kata yesterday evening (Mar 17).
Thai League 1 Deep Dive: Matchday 25
Thai League 1 Deep Dive: Matchday 25
FOOTBALL: Port FC and True Bangkok United played out a goalless draw in a closely contested Thai League 1 encounter at the PAT Stadium on Sunday (Mar 16).