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Marriott to debut Sheraton Hotels in Phuket
Marriott to debut Sheraton Hotels in Phuket
PHUKET: Marriott International recently signed an agreement with Jee Teng Hospitality to open Sheraton Nai Harn Beach, an impressive new-build resort that will mark the debut of the iconic Sheraton Hotels & Resorts brand in Phuket, Thailand’s leading resort destination. Expected to feature 600 keys, this property is set to become one of Phuket’s most exciting new hotel openings.
AWC to sink B22bn into sector this year
AWC to sink B22bn into sector this year
BANGKOK: SET-listed Asset World Corp (AWC) is ramping up new investment to B22 billion in the hospitality sector this year to capture the rising tourism wave, starting with B8.7bn to acquire the Le Concorde office and hotel on Ratchadaphisek Road in Bangkok..
Samkong Underpass to close for lighting system repairs
Samkong Underpass to close for lighting system repairs
PHUKET: The Samkong Underpass will undergo temporary closure tonight (Feb 28) for repairs to its lighting system, the Phuket Highways Office has announced.
Vagabonds pay tribute to one of their own
Vagabonds pay tribute to one of their own
RUGBY: The local rugby community came together last weekend in solidarity to show collective respects to the father of one of the Phuket Vagabonds’ players who sadly passed away recently.
Phuket Immigration arrests Chinese couple at Kathu condo
Phuket Immigration arrests Chinese couple at Kathu condo
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration led a raid at a luxury condominium in Kathu yesterday (Feb 27), leading to the arrest of a Chinese couple wanted on an outstanding warrant for illegally operating a business in Thailand.
American woman missing in Patong jet-ski ride
American woman missing in Patong jet-ski ride
PHUKET: Rescue workers this morning (Feb 28) are continuing their search for a 37-year-old American woman who disappeared while taking a jet-ski ride off Patong Beach yesterday (Feb 27).
Thailand deports 40 Uyghurs to China
Thailand deports 40 Uyghurs to China
BANGKOK: Thailand deported 40 Uyghur detainees who had been in the country for nearly 11 years yesterday (Feb 27), after receiving assurances from China that they would be looked after, Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said.
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Locals gets Cherng Talay hotel project halted, Naken foreigner, Phuket crackdown || Feb 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Locals gets Cherng Talay hotel project halted, Naken foreigner, Phuket crackdown || Feb 27
PHUKET XTRA - February 27 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
PM Paetongtarn sole target of censure motion
PM Paetongtarn sole target of censure motion
BANGKOK: The opposition filed a censure motion today (Feb 27) targeting only Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and making many accusations against her, including submitting to the influence and direction of her father Thaksin Shinawatra.
11 arrested as Phuket nominee crackdown continues
11 arrested as Phuket nominee crackdown continues
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration, in coordination with multiple other law enforcement agencies, has carried out a large-scale inspection of 15 suspected nominee businesses, leading to the arrest of 11 individuals and the seizure of substantial evidence.  
Liverpool dispatch Newcastle as title moves into sight after Arsenal stalemate
Liverpool dispatch Newcastle as title moves into sight after Arsenal stalemate
FOOTBALL: Liverpool moved a giant step closer to the Premier League title with a ruthless 2-0 win against Newcastle, while Arsenal's challenge is in tatters after a 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest yesterday (Feb 26).
Starmer pushes Trump for Ukraine guarantees against Putin
Starmer pushes Trump for Ukraine guarantees against Putin
WASHINGTON: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet Donald Trump today (Feb 27) to plead for a US backstop to any Ukraine ceasefire, insisting it would be the only way to stop Russia’s Vladimir Putin from invading again.
Beaming Somkiat set to make history
Beaming Somkiat set to make history
MOTO GP: Somkiat Chantra could barely contain his beaming smile as he prepares to make history as Thailand’s first MotoGP rider this week and all in front of his home fans.
Condo rentals face probe
Condo rentals face probe
BANGKOK: Authorities are investigating claims that Chinese nationals have been illegally renting out their condominiums in violation of the Hotel Act, Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said.
Naked foreigner strolling into convenience store sparks outrage online
Naked foreigner strolling into convenience store sparks outrage online
PHUKET: A foreign man has caused a stir online after he was spotted walking unclothed inside a convenience store in Soi Ta-iad, Chalong. The image, widely shared on social media, shows the man seemingly unbothered by onlookers, sparking heated discussions among netizens.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: B1bn in illegal Phuket business operations gets two arrested, B500bn tourism target || Feb 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: B1bn in illegal Phuket business operations gets two arrested, B500bn tourism target || Feb 26
PHUKET XTRA - February 26 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Officials order all construction of Nebu hotel halted
Officials order all construction of Nebu hotel halted
PHUKET: Local residents in the Pasak Soi 6 area of Cherng Talay have successfully pressured officials to review the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process of a proposed Nebu hotel project, citing concerns over transparency, environmental effects, and community well-being. 
Vachira cancer centre donations drive on
Vachira cancer centre donations drive on
PHUKET: With the B290 million in private donations already achieved to build a new cancer treatment centre at Vachira Phuket Hospital, the main government hospital on the island, officials and supporters are continuing with the fundraising drive to pay for medical equipment needed for the facility.
Ombudsman’s office reviews slew of complaints against Phuket officials
Ombudsman’s office reviews slew of complaints against Phuket officials
PHUKET: Khanitnan Aphicharn, Deputy Secretary-General of the Office of the Ombudsman, has visited Phuket to be briefed on a slew of complaints filed against Phuket officials for their action, or lack of action, in allowing illegal acts to continue.