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Phuket media briefed ahead of Feb 8 national election, referendum
Phuket media briefed ahead of Feb 8 national election, referendum
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT Phuket) has urged local media to play a key role in ensuring voters clearly understand the electoral process in the election of Members of Parliament and a national referendum to be held on Feb 8.
Traffic tailbacks to continue on bypass road
Traffic tailbacks to continue on bypass road
PHUKET: Motorists can expect continued heavy congestion on the northbound lanes of the bypass road for up to 30 days as repair works have forced the closure of one lane, the Phuket Highway Department has confirmed.
The All Blacks Mystery Tour
The All Blacks Mystery Tour
RUGBY: Nothing consumes Kiwis more than intense discussion concerning their national rugby team The All Blacks. Usually, it’s about selection; now it’s the sacking of a successful coach.
Swedish man critically injured in van collision in Karon
Swedish man critically injured in van collision in Karon
PHUKET: A 63-year-old Swedish man was left in critical condition following a collision between a motorcycle and a van in Karon in the early hours of this morning (Jan 21).
BoT relaxes foreign income repatriation rules
BoT relaxes foreign income repatriation rules
PHUKET: The Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Thailand (BoT) have eased foreign income repatriation requirements for Thai individuals and businesses, increasing the threshold for mandatory repatriation to US$10 million per transaction, the central bank has confirmed.
Russian Interpol fugitive arrested in Phuket
Russian Interpol fugitive arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: A Russian man wanted by Interpol for alleged large-scale construction fraud involving damages of more than B100 million was arrested in Phuket yesterday afternoon (Jan 20), Immigration Police have confirmed.
Thailand repatriates 300 Chinese scam suspects
Thailand repatriates 300 Chinese scam suspects
MAE SOT: More than 300 Chinese nationals linked to scam syndicates based in Myanmar were extradited to their home country from Mae Sot airport in Tak province yesterday (Jan 20).
Phuket confirms full coverage in disaster alert test
Phuket confirms full coverage in disaster alert test
PHUKET: Phuket officials have confirmed that Thailand’s nationwide test of the Cell Broadcast emergency alert system yesterday (Jan 20) successfully delivered simultaneous alerts across the province, including both land-based areas and surrounding maritime zones.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Attempted Break-In Brings Hotel Licence Threat, Tourist Dies Following Music Fest || Jan 20
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Attempted Break-In Brings Hotel Licence Threat, Tourist Dies Following Music Fest || Jan 20
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Phuket police announce arrests in five major crime cases
Phuket police announce arrests in five major crime cases
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police today (Jan 20) announced arrests in five major criminal cases, including a nominee-operated motorcycle rental business, multiple call centre fraud networks, impersonation of police officers to extort money from business owners and large-scale money laundering linked to online scams.
Hosts Thailand eye honours at ASEAN Para Games
Hosts Thailand eye honours at ASEAN Para Games
ASEAN PARA GAMES: The Thai para-athletes are hoping to match the performance of their Southeast Asian (SEA) Games counterparts and claim the overall title at the 13th ASEAN Para Games, which starts in Nakhon Ratchasima today (Jan 20).
Patong Municipality explains delay in Patong Hill road resurfacing
Patong Municipality explains delay in Patong Hill road resurfacing
PHUKET: Patong Municipality has issued a public explanation regarding delays to the ongoing road resurfacing project on the section of Phra Baramee Rd over Patong Hill, citing seasonal weather conditions and equipment damage as the main causes.
Cherng Talay condo project halted, no charges filed over steel beam incident
Cherng Talay condo project halted, no charges filed over steel beam incident
PHUKET: Construction at The Petit Tycoon condominium project in Cherng Talay has been ordered halted for 30 days, after a steel beam fell from a crane and landed inside a house below.
War room touted amid Vietnam rivalry
War room touted amid Vietnam rivalry
BANGKOK: Thai hotel operators warn that competition with Vietnam will become fiercer this year, as more European and Russian tourists are expected to flock to the neighbouring country.
Hair Transplant in Bangkok for Hair Loss and Baldness
Hair Transplant in Bangkok for Hair Loss and Baldness
Learn about hair transplant in Bangkok as a medical option for hair loss. Understand causes, benefits, and personalized treatment approaches.
Speedboat operators seek provincial aid after Chalong fire
Speedboat operators seek provincial aid after Chalong fire
PHUKET: Speedboat operators affected by the Chalong Pier fire that damaged 24 vessels earlier this month have formally petitioned Phuket authorities for assistance, as officials move to coordinate compensation, insurance claims and a police investigation into the cause of the blaze.
Thailand Masters 2026 dates confirmed
Thailand Masters 2026 dates confirmed
BADMINTON: Dates have been confirmed for the Thailand Masters 2026 HSBC BWF World Tour Super 300 international badminton tournament.
Officials threaten hotel licence after room break-in attempt by staffer
Officials threaten hotel licence after room break-in attempt by staffer
PHUKET: Officials have warned that a well-known hotel in Cherng Talay could face licence consequences following an attempted room break-in by a staff member using a master key card, an incident that sparked widespread concern after a video went viral on social media.
People’s Party refutes accusations of secret deal
People’s Party refutes accusations of secret deal
BANGKOK: The People’s Party (PP) has denied allegations of a secret political deal with Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, dismissing claims that it had promised him the post of deputy prime minister in exchange for securing 10 MPs in southern Thailand.
Thailand invited to help Gaza peace plan
Thailand invited to help Gaza peace plan
BANGKOK: Thailand is reviewing an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join a US initiative to end the Gaza conflict, officials confirmed yesterday (Jan 19).