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Oil export ban set to end as reserves surge
Oil export ban set to end as reserves surge
BANGKOK: Authorities are considering lifting a temporary ban on the export of refined oil, citing secure reserves and a growing surplus in storage facilities, according to Sarawut Kaewtathip, director-general of the Department of Energy Business (DOEB).
Chinese knife attack suspect arrested while trying to flee Thailand
Chinese knife attack suspect arrested while trying to flee Thailand
PHUKET: The Chinese man wanted for slashing his partner and her son with a knife in a domestic dispute in Chalong earlier this week has been arrested while attempting to flee the country via Krabi International Airport.
New power substation opens in Kathu
New power substation opens in Kathu
PHUKET: A new high-capacity electricity substation in Kathu has been brought online to support Phuket’s rapid economic expansion, with officials describing the facility as a critical backbone for future development across the island.
Police arrest teen gang over shootings, attempted murder
Police arrest teen gang over shootings, attempted murder
PHUKET: Wichit Police have arrested a group of teenagers linked to a series of shootings across Phuket, including an attempted murder case at Laem Dinso in Wichit and a separate shooting targeting a vehicle in Kathu.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: DRUGS IN DRESSES: Phuket Heroin Sting, Phuket Town Sidewalk Crackdown || May 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: DRUGS IN DRESSES: Phuket Heroin Sting, Phuket Town Sidewalk Crackdown || May 6
PHUKET XTRA - May 6 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Russian arrested in Chalong for illegal fishing tours
Russian arrested in Chalong for illegal fishing tours
PHUKET: A Russian man has been arrested at sea off Chalong Bay after Phuket Tourist Police uncovered an illegal tour operation run through the Telegram messaging platform, with authorities now seeking to revoke his visa and deport him.
Anutin promises World Cup on TV
Anutin promises World Cup on TV
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has pledged to ensure Thais can watch the 2026 World Cup next month.
Foreign couple deported over Patong tuk-tuk sex act
Foreign couple deported over Patong tuk-tuk sex act
PHUKET: A foreign couple has been deported from Phuket after being caught performing an indecent act on a tuk-tuk in Patong, an incident officials say damaged the island’s tourism image.
‘Monkey Hill’ temple gets LED upgrade
‘Monkey Hill’ temple gets LED upgrade
PHUKET: A major lighting upgrade has been completed at Wat Charoen Samanakit on Khao Toh Sae in Phuket Town, with officials hailing the project as a boost to cultural tourism, public safety and environmental sustainability.
Cabinet approves B400-billion borrowing decree
Cabinet approves B400-billion borrowing decree
BANGKOK: The Cabinet on ‌Tuesday (May 5) approved an emergency decree to borrow B400 billion to alleviate cost of living ​pressures ⁠and support measures to reduce energy costs, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said.
Ratsada raid nets illegal e-cigarettes, kratom sales near school
Ratsada raid nets illegal e-cigarettes, kratom sales near school
PHUKET: A shop in Ratsada was raided last night (May 5) after officials uncovered the illegal sale of e-cigarettes, untaxed cigarettes and kratom products near Baan Kuku School.
Phuket MP faces death threat over Freedom Beach probe
Phuket MP faces death threat over Freedom Beach probe
PHUKET: A Phuket MP has warned he could be the next target of violence after a threatening message allegedly posted by a local influential figure, amid an ongoing crackdown on illegal land encroachment at Freedom Beach.
Parked pickup hit with gunshot in Kathu
Parked pickup hit with gunshot in Kathu
PHUKET: Police are searching for suspects after a pickup truck was hit by gunfire outside a home in Kathu in the early hours of yesterday morning (May 5).
Phuket Town moves to reclaim footpaths
Phuket Town moves to reclaim footpaths
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality has launched a renewed push to reclaim public spaces, carrying out enforcement operations yesterday (May 5) under its ‘Returning Sidewalks to the Public, Returning Roads to Society’ campaign.
Heroin hidden in Thai silk dresses seized in Phuket parcel sting
Heroin hidden in Thai silk dresses seized in Phuket parcel sting
PHUKET: Police have seized more than 6 kilogrammes of heroin hidden inside Thai silk dresses in a parcel delivery case linked to an attempted drug export from the island.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Knife Attack In Phuket, Patong Scammer Crackdown, Mudslide Blocks Ratsada Road || May 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Knife Attack In Phuket, Patong Scammer Crackdown, Mudslide Blocks Ratsada Road || May 5
PHUKET XTRA - May 5 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket MP probes Ao Kung marina project amid community backlash
Phuket MP probes Ao Kung marina project amid community backlash
PHUKET: Concerns over the proposed Ao Kung marina pier project have intensified after Phuket MP Somchart Techathaworncharoen met with local residents who say they were excluded from the project’s approval process and fear serious impacts on their livelihoods.
Rain-triggered mudslide blocks Ratsada road
Rain-triggered mudslide blocks Ratsada road
PHUKET: Heavy rain triggered a mudslide from a construction site in Ratsada, sending debris across a key road on Koh Siray and prompting urgent action from local officials.
Chinese woman, child injured in domestic dispute knife attack
Chinese woman, child injured in domestic dispute knife attack
PHUKET: A Chinese woman and her teenage son were injured in a knife attack during a domestic dispute at a home in Chalong early yesterday morning (May 4), with the suspected assailant fleeing the scene, police have confirmed.
Ombudsman clears Phuket Fishing Port operator
Ombudsman clears Phuket Fishing Port operator
PHUKET: The National Ombudsman has found no illegality in the management of Phuket Fishing Port, but has called for improved consultation with local fishermen following complaints over the use of the facility for tourism activities.