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Thai athletes hailed for Winter Olympic success
Thai athletes hailed for Winter Olympic success
WINTER OLYMPICS: Three athletes that represented Thailand at the recent 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina have been hailed for their respective achievements.
Global conferences in Phuket to generate B351mn boost
Global conferences in Phuket to generate B351mn boost
PHUKET: Phuket has secured bids to host three major international conferences in 2026, with organisers projecting a combined economic impact of B351.4 million and the creation of 484 jobs, reinforcing the island’s standing as a global MICE destination.
Phuket Governor: 14mn tourists a year Is enough
Phuket Governor: 14mn tourists a year Is enough
PHUKET: Waste management is the number one priority for Phuket, and the island should not welcome more than 14 million tourists a year, Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has said, describing that figure as the preferred limit for the province.
Phuket Town rolls out drought plan as dry season begins
Phuket Town rolls out drought plan as dry season begins
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality has activated a comprehensive water management plan in preparation for the 2026 dry season, with officials warning that water pressure reductions may be necessary if raw water supplies do not improve.
Trusted: The Phuket News celebrates 15 years at the heart of Phuket’s story
Trusted: The Phuket News celebrates 15 years at the heart of Phuket’s story
PHUKET: From a bold newcomer in a competitive media market to one of Southern Thailand’s most established multi-platform news organisations, The Phuket News will mark 15 years of publication next Wednesday (Mar 4) ‒ a milestone shaped not only by headlines, but by the community it serves.
‘Send Help’ needs exactly that
‘Send Help’ needs exactly that
In these days of modern cinema it is very difficult to go into a movie without knowing much about them. Trailers are online and they are shown in cinemas before other films – sadly though while they may peak your interest in a film they quite often also give away important plot points.
F1 hopes to fuel growth in North America with Netflix and Apple
F1 hopes to fuel growth in North America with Netflix and Apple
FORMULA ONE: Formula 1 is well anchored in the United States with its American owners and three Grand Prix races, but the sport hopes to push its growing popularity further with the help of Netflix and Apple.
Montavee Hongyok re-elected FTI Phuket President
Montavee Hongyok re-elected FTI Phuket President
PHUKET: Montavee Hongyok has been unanimously re-elected for another term as President of the Phuket chapter of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), following a vote at the Chamber’s 2026 Annual General Meeting.
Phuket campaign targets cannabis shops
Phuket campaign targets cannabis shops
PHUKET: Phuket officials have intensified inspections of both licensed and unlicensed cannabis shops as part of a wider provincial crackdown on drug trafficking and use.
Too much screen time ‘bad for kids’
Too much screen time ‘bad for kids’
BANGKOK: Excessive screen exposure is one of the leading causes of developmental delays among young children, according to a new report by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).
Laguna Phuket Sunset Beach Run confirmed
Laguna Phuket Sunset Beach Run confirmed
RUNNING: Songkran celebrations this year will carry extra cheer in the Bang Tao area of the island after the Laguna Phuket Sunset Beach Run 2026 was confirmed recently.
Kathu Cultural Street Festival marks celebration of heritage
Kathu Cultural Street Festival marks celebration of heritage
PHUKET: The 14th Kathu Cultural Street Tourism Festival concludes today (Feb 28), bringing to a close three days of performances, local cuisine and heritage activities aimed at promoting cultural tourism and strengthening the grassroots economy.
Bang Neow school celebrates Royal Award
Bang Neow school celebrates Royal Award
PHUKET: Bang Neow Municipal School in Phuket Town has celebrated receiving the prestigious Royal Award for Educational Institution for the 2024 academic year, with Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn presiding over a ceremony marking the achievement.
Official qualifier for THCH 2026
Official qualifier for THCH 2026
For the first time in Phuket — an official qualifier for THCH 2026. Jumping Phuket – Pony Q#3 proudly marks the first-ever THCH 2026 Pony Jumping Qualifier to be held at Niran Equestrian Center, officially recognised by the Thailand Equestrian Federation (TEF). Spectators welcome in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. ⁠Food & beverages available on site. We look forward to welcoming riders, trainers, parents, and equestrian enthusiasts to Jumping Phuket for an exciting and memorable weekend at Niran Equestrian Center. 20.3 from 4 pm, 21.3 from 8 am to 6pm, 22.3 from 8 am to 3 pm. Facebook.com/NiranFarmPhuket
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong 'Fatal Slap' Charges, WARNING: Oil Spill Hits Rawai & Racha || Feb 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong 'Fatal Slap' Charges, WARNING: Oil Spill Hits Rawai & Racha || Feb 27
PHUKET XTRA - February 27 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Arsenal face Chelsea title test, troubled Spurs in spotlight
Arsenal face Chelsea title test, troubled Spurs in spotlight
FOOTBALL: Premier League leaders Arsenal face a title test from London rivals Chelsea on Sunday (Mar 1).
Swedish-Turkish man charged over fatal slap of Australian in Patong
Swedish-Turkish man charged over fatal slap of Australian in Patong
PHUKET: A 29-year-old dual Swedish-Turkish national has been formally charged with assault causing death after allegedly slapping an Australian man during an argument in Patong, causing him to fall and suffer fatal head injuries.
Thai soldier loses leg in landmine blast on Cambodia border
Thai soldier loses leg in landmine blast on Cambodia border
BANGKOK: A Thai soldier lost his leg today (Feb 27) in a landmine blast on the country’s contested frontier with Cambodia, where a shaky truce is holding after months of cross-border clashes, Thailand’s military said.
Oil from cargo wreck reaches Racha, Rawai
Oil from cargo wreck reaches Racha, Rawai
PHUKET: Oil from the sunken cargo vessel SEALLOYD ARC has now washed ashore on beaches across the Racha Islands and southern Phuket, prompting urgent containment and clean-up operations by multiple agencies.
Stricter rules for online gold platforms
Stricter rules for online gold platforms
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand has introduced tighter controls for online gold trading platforms in a move to curb their impact on the baht, with the new rules set to take effect on Sunday (Mar 1).