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Fatal crash, pier fire prompt marine safety overhaul
Fatal crash, pier fire prompt marine safety overhaul
PHUKET: Sweeping new marine safety measures are to be imposed across Phuket following a deadly speedboat collision near Phi Phi Island and a major fire that destroyed dozens of tour boats in Chalong Bay within the space of a week, prompting authorities to acknowledge deep-rooted structural failures in the island’s marine tourism sector.
Former PM Paetongtarn declares assets of B11.3bn
Former PM Paetongtarn declares assets of B11.3bn
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and her husband reported combined assets of B11.3 billion upon her departure from office in August last year, down from 14bn when she assumed the premiership in August 2024, according to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
‘Proving the boys wrong’: Teenage racers picked for elite driver programme
‘Proving the boys wrong’: Teenage racers picked for elite driver programme
FORMULA ONE: Teenage racer Zoe Florescu Potolea said it’s nice to “prove the boys wrong” as she celebrated being named among five new drivers picked for a programme to develop elite female F1 talent.
Carrick given Manchester derby baptism of fire
Carrick given Manchester derby baptism of fire
FOOTBALL: Michael Carrick has the chance to make a fine first impression to his short-term stint as Manchester United manager by derailing local rivals Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge today (Jan 17).
People’s Party drops candidate after online gambling arrest
People’s Party drops candidate after online gambling arrest
BANGKOK: The People’s Party has suspended Ratchapong Soisuwan, a candidate for the Feb 8 general election in Tak province, following his arrest for alleged involvement in online gambling.
Survey: Thai firms concerned about graft
Survey: Thai firms concerned about graft
BANGKOK: Most Thai businesses are deeply worried about corruption, with a new survey revealing 97% of companies believe graft has become a critical threat to the country's economy and requires urgent solutions, according to the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB).
Phuket marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Phuket marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities
PHUKET: Officials marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025 with a large-scale event at Phuket Rajabhat University on Thursday (Jan 15), highlighting accessibility, equal opportunity and the role of people with disabilities in sustainable social development.
Phuket Smart Bus launches cashless ‘Tap & Go’ payment system
Phuket Smart Bus launches cashless ‘Tap & Go’ payment system
PHUKET: Phuket Smart Bus has officially launched its cashless ‘Tap & Go’ payment system, marking a significant step towards a smart, digitally connected public transport network aimed at both residents and international tourists.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EDC Phuket Weekend To Bring Traffic, PM Ends Contracts, Patong Hill Guardrail Work || Jan 16
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EDC Phuket Weekend To Bring Traffic, PM Ends Contracts, Patong Hill Guardrail Work || Jan 16
PHUKET XTRA - January 16 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Guardrail works snarl Patong Hill traffic
Guardrail works snarl Patong Hill traffic
PHUKET: Patong Police have warned motorists of traffic congestion on Phra Baramee Rd over Patong Hill due to ongoing guardrail replacement works that have reduced the road to a single lane.
South Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdict
South Korean ex-leader jailed for 5 years in first martial law verdict
SEOUL: A South Korean judge sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison today (Jan 16) for obstructing justice and other crimes linked to his disastrous martial law declaration and in its chaotic aftermath.
War Elephants bow out
War Elephants bow out
FOOTBALL: Thailand’s hopes of reaching the quarter-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup ended in disappointment on Wednesday night (Jan 14) as a goalless draw with China confirmed their elimination from Group D.
Steel beam falls from crane, pierces house in Cherng Talay
Steel beam falls from crane, pierces house in Cherng Talay
PHUKET: A woman has filed a police complaint after a large steel reinforcing bar fell from a crane at a luxury condominium construction site in Cherng Talay and pierced her house, narrowly missing occupants, including children.
Government urged to focus on foreign direct investment
Government urged to focus on foreign direct investment
BANGKOK: Bangkok Bank (BBL) has called on the new government to emphasise investment support to accommodate an anticipated increase in foreign trade and investment flows across Southeast Asia over five years.
Phuket illegal taxi crackdown continues
Phuket illegal taxi crackdown continues
PHUKET: Authorities have continued their island-wide crackdown on illegal ‘black plate’ taxis, with further inspections uncovering dozens of violations and additional arrests reported in Patong.
Raging rugby storms on and off the field
Raging rugby storms on and off the field
RUGBY: While much of Europe has been covered with snow, hail and persistent rain recently, there have been major storms on and off the field in the world of the rugby.
PM ends Italian-Thai contracts after deadly crane collapses
PM ends Italian-Thai contracts after deadly crane collapses
BANGKOK: Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the Ministry of Transport to terminate two contracts with Italian-Thai Development Plc (ITD) following crane collapse incidents that resulted in over 30 deaths.
Phuket Airport warns of major traffic delays during EDC
Phuket Airport warns of major traffic delays during EDC
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport has issued a traffic advisory warning passengers to allow significantly more travel time when heading to the airport this weekend due to congestion expected from the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Thailand 2026.
Dual Phuket boat shows get underway
Dual Phuket boat shows get underway
PHUKET: Two major international marine tourism events opened in Phuket yesterday (Jan 15), reinforcing the island’s push to position itself as a regional hub for luxury, yachting and high-value tourism.
Thaksin ‘expected to be paroled in May’
Thaksin ‘expected to be paroled in May’
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to be granted parole in May, when he will have served two-thirds of his one-year prison term, according to a source at the Department of Corrections.