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Top court ruling shields cardholders from fraud
Top court ruling shields cardholders from fraud
BANGKOK: The Supreme Court has established a new legal precedent strengthening consumer protection by ruling that credit card holders are not liable for fraudulent transactions carried out using their card details by criminals.
Blood donation drive continues into the New Year
Blood donation drive continues into the New Year
PHUKET: The Phuket Regional Blood Centre (PRBC), in collaboration with Vachira Phuket Hospital, will continue organising blood donation drives across Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi throughout January.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Welcomes 2026! Island Records Most Crashes In Thailand So Far || Jan 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Welcomes 2026! Island Records Most Crashes In Thailand So Far || Jan 2
PHUKET XTRA - January 2 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Skål Phuket – First Dinner of the New Year
Skål Phuket – First Dinner of the New Year
We are delighted to invite you to the first Skål Phuket dinner of the new year, kindly hosted by Pamela Ong and her team at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town. After the great success of last year, we are pleased to enjoy the Japanese Buffet once again, a favorite among our members and guests—an excellent way to start the year with great food, networking, and Skål friendship. The evening begins with networking drinks at the Talung Lounge at 6pm followed by a Japanese Dinner Buffet at Krua Talad Yai from 7:30pm. Members B1300 - Non-Members B1700. Bookings - contact@skalphuket.org
From Football To The Moon: Five Things To Keep An Eye On In 2026
From Football To The Moon: Five Things To Keep An Eye On In 2026
It’s a year set to hold lunar trips, footballing spectacles and a battle for control of the US Congress, among others. Here are five big events to watch out for in 2026.
A landmark year for Thai sports stars
A landmark year for Thai sports stars
ALL SPORTS: Jeeno Thitikul becoming the first Thai golfer to finish an LPGA Tour season as world No.1, sprinter Puripol Boonson breaking the 10-second barrier, and Thailand successfully reclaiming their Southeast Asian (SEA) Games supremacy were among the highlights of an extraordinary year for Thai sport.
Anutin promises a border wall with Cambodia
Anutin promises a border wall with Cambodia
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has promised to pursue a border wall project, contingent on his Bhumjaithai Party retaining administrative power after the general election next year.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong Fireworks Ban For New Year Celebrations, Phuket Tests Boat Taxi || Dec 30
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Patong Fireworks Ban For New Year Celebrations, Phuket Tests Boat Taxi || Dec 30
PHUKET XTRA - December 30 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket Red Cross Fair gets underway
Phuket Red Cross Fair gets underway
PHUKET: The annual Phuket Red Cross Fair opened last night (Dec 29) with Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn highlighting the event’s role in promoting Phuket-made goods through the OTOP market set up there.
Phuket Town launches free open-top EV bus tours
Phuket Town launches free open-top EV bus tours
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality today (Dec 30) launched free sightseeing tours aboard two new 17-seater open-top electric buses, providing residents and visitors with a fresh way to experience Phuket Old Town while supporting environmentally friendly urban tourism.
BoT tightens scrutiny of foreign cash
BoT tightens scrutiny of foreign cash
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has stepped up regulatory oversight of inbound foreign exchange transactions to ease baht appreciation pressure and prevent misreported or undesirable capital inflows, a senior official said.
Fire breaks out at Moulin Rouge
Fire breaks out at Moulin Rouge
PHUKET: Firefighters were called to Bangla Rd early this morning (Dec 30) after a blaze erupted at the well-known ‘Moulin Rouge’ club, officials have confirmed.
Thai snooker stars take a pot at national politics
Thai snooker stars take a pot at national politics
SNOOKER: Wattana Pu-Ob-Orm, the former world No.3 who once carried Thailand’s hopes on the international snooker circuit, has announced his entry into politics.
China conducts second day of military drills around Taiwan
China conducts second day of military drills around Taiwan
BEIJING: China kicked off a second day of live-fire drills around Taiwan today (Dec 30), aimed at simulating a blockade of the self-ruled island's key ports and assaults on maritime targets.
Phuket tests boat taxi service
Phuket tests boat taxi service
PHUKET: Phuket authorities have accelerated testing of the proposed ‘boat taxi’ service linking Phuket International Airport with Patong, in a bid to offer travellers an alternative to the island’s heavily congested roads.
Thailand's Nominee Crackdown: Why Phuket Businesses Must Act Now
Thailand's Nominee Crackdown: Why Phuket Businesses Must Act Now
If your business involves foreign partners whether in hospitality, property, wellness, F&B or investment, this is important. Thailand’s nationwide investigation into nominee structures has reached a critical phase, and Phuket businesses are squarely in the spotlight.
Ceasefire allows some evacuees to return home
Ceasefire allows some evacuees to return home
BANGKOK: The situation along the Thai–Cambodian border has eased following the start of a ceasefire, allowing residents in Buriram, Surin, Sa Kaeo, and Trat to begin returning home after weeks of displacement.
Pickup truck driver lambasted for tailgating ambulance
Pickup truck driver lambasted for tailgating ambulance
PHUKET: Rescue workers from the Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation have called for greater awareness and responsibility on the roads after a pickup truck was caught dangerously tailgating an ambulance transporting an emergency patient in Thalang.
Chalong Police arrest police impersonators
Chalong Police arrest police impersonators
PHUKET: Chalong Police have arrested two men accused of impersonating police officers to extort money from foreigners in the Rawai area, following complaints filed with local authorities.
Patong announces road closures, fireworks ban for New Year
Patong announces road closures, fireworks ban for New Year
PHUKET: Patong Police and Patong Municipality have announced temporary road closures and strict safety measures for the New Year countdown celebrations at Patong Beach, including a complete ban on fireworks and sky lanterns.