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Thais off to strong start in futsal Asian Cup quest
Thais off to strong start in futsal Asian Cup quest
FUTSAL: Thailand began their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026 campaign with a composed 2-0 victory over Lebanon in Group B at the Jakarta International Velodrome on yesterday (Jan 27), underlining their credentials as one of the tournament favourites.
Azzurra Amore al Mare
Azzurra Amore al Mare
This Valentine’s Day, let love unfold by the sea at Azzurra Amore al Mare, a romantic beachfront Italian dinner on Bang Tao Beach. Azzurra Restaurant invites couples to an intimate evening where refined Italian cuisine, live music and the ocean breeze create a memorable celebration of love. Begin the evening with two glasses of chilled bubbly per couple on arrival, followed by a premium three-course Italian set menu thoughtfully curated to ignite the senses. Throughout the night, enjoy live Opera performances followed by soulful Jazz and timeless love songs, setting the perfect rhythm for romance. The evening concludes with a signature after-dinner booster, a warm Italian-style farewell to end the night. THB 3,800++ per couple Includes a premium 3-course Italian set menu, two glasses of bubbly on arrival and an after-dinner booster. Saturday, 14 February 2026 18:00 – 22:00 hrs Azzurra Restaurant, Bang Tao Beach, Phuket Limited seating available. Advance reservations are recommended.
300k illegal cigarettes seized in Rawai Post Office raid
300k illegal cigarettes seized in Rawai Post Office raid
PHUKET: Officials seized nearly 300,000 untaxed cigarettes in an operation at Rawai Post Office yesterday (Jan 27).
Senior PEA officials exposed in crypto mining corruption scandal
Senior PEA officials exposed in crypto mining corruption scandal
BANGKOK: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) have confirmed they searched the residences of three active and one former officials of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) and seized thousands of illegal crypto mining rigs, cash, laptops, phones and bank passbooks.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Machete-Weilding Drug Suspect, Foreigners Brawl On Bangla || Jan 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Machete-Weilding Drug Suspect, Foreigners Brawl On Bangla || Jan 27
PHUKET XTRA - January 27 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
International Women’s Day Lunch 2026
International Women’s Day Lunch 2026
Join us for the 2026 International Women’s Day Lunch at the Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town. Come together to celebrate women’s achievements and hear from inspirational speakers exploring this year’s theme: Give to Gain. Give to Gain reflects the belief that when we support women, we strengthen communities, grow better leaders, and accelerate progress toward a more gender-equal world. Giving takes many forms, from fundraising to volunteering, mentorship, and helping raise visibility. Women and men are warmly invited to attend by donation of 2,000 Baht per person. To book contact: Tina@phukethasbeengoodtous.org With special thanks to the Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town and the Australian Consulate-General. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Thais can now petition online to remove harmful sexual content
Thais can now petition online to remove harmful sexual content
BANGKOK: Thai citizens can now petition digitally for the removal of online pornography they deem personally harmful via the “Take it down” channel on the Court Integral Online Service (CIOS), which was launched yesterday (Jan 26).
Nearly 600kg of debris cleared in Kata underwater cleanup
Nearly 600kg of debris cleared in Kata underwater cleanup
PHUKET: Nearly 600 kilogrammes of abandoned fishing gear and anchors have been removed from the seabed off Kata Beach as the Third Naval Area Command led a major underwater cleanup operation aimed at protecting Phuket’s marine ecosystems.
Police search for machete-wielding drug suspect
Police search for machete-wielding drug suspect
PHUKET: Police are searching for a man who was seen brandishing a machete in a residential area in Samkong after previously being arrested and released on a drug charge.
Drug dealer arrested in Thalang with 167 meth pills, nearly 10g of ice
Drug dealer arrested in Thalang with 167 meth pills, nearly 10g of ice
PHUKET: A suspected small-scale drug dealer has been arrested in Cherng Talay after Thalang District officials seized methamphetamine tablets (ya bah) and crystal meth (ya ice) during a late-night crackdown.
French lawmakers pass bill banning social media for under-15s
French lawmakers pass bill banning social media for under-15s
PARIS: French lawmakers have passed a bill that would ban social media use by under-15s, a move championed by President Emmanuel Macron as a way to protect children from excessive screen time.
TAT pushes regional marine tourism
TAT pushes regional marine tourism
PHUKET: IMT-GT cooperation took centre stage at the Thailand Boat Festival 2026 last week as tourism authorities and private-sector operators from Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia gathered in Phuket to advance cross-border marine tourism development across the subregion.
Thailand seals record seventh title
Thailand seals record seventh title
ASEAN PARA GAMES: Thai para athletes ruled the 13th Asean Para Games, finishing on top of the medal table as the regional tournament concluded with a colourful closing ceremony at His Majesty the King’s 80th Birthday Anniversary Stadium in Nakhon Ratchasima last night (Jan 26).
Officials target greenhouse gas emissions
Officials target greenhouse gas emissions
PHUKET: Provincial officials have begun formal implementation of their provincial greenhouse gas reduction strategy, holding its first Climate Change Committee and Working Group meeting of 2026 while also launching a province-wide environmental cleanliness campaign aimed at supporting its low-carbon and net-zero ambitions.
Department to roll out new standard for sugar in drinks
Department to roll out new standard for sugar in drinks
BANGKOK: The Department of Health (DoH) is set to introduce a new national standard for made-to-order drinks, as part of a broader effort to curb the nation’s sugar intake and reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Phuket Airport steps up Nipah virus screening
Phuket Airport steps up Nipah virus screening
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport has intensified health screening and disease-control measures for passengers arriving from high-risk areas amid concerns over the Nipah virus, airport officials have confirmed.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 2 Shot Over Motorbike Revving, Phuket Turns To Resorts For Waste Crisis Solutions || Jan 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 2 Shot Over Motorbike Revving, Phuket Turns To Resorts For Waste Crisis Solutions || Jan 26
PHUKET XTRA - January 26 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Two injured as man opens fire over loud motorbike revving
Two injured as man opens fire over loud motorbike revving
PHUKET: Two men were injured after a gunman opened fire following an argument over loud motorcycle revving in Cherng Talay on Saturday (Jan 24), with police later arresting a 24-year-old suspect and seizing a firearm.
Phiphat: Price-cutting harming Phuket’s marine tour safety
Phiphat: Price-cutting harming Phuket’s marine tour safety
PHUKET: Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has backed the introduction of a minimum price system for Phuket’s marine tourism sector, warning that rampant price-cutting is undermining safety, service quality and the long-term survival of local businesses.
Patriots, Seahawks set up Super Bowl rematch
Patriots, Seahawks set up Super Bowl rematch
NFL: The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams in a high-scoring shootout to set up a Super Bowl rematch with the New England Patriots in the NFL playoffs yesterday (Jan 25).