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Patong Mayor moves to allay concerns over footpath works
Patong Mayor moves to allay concerns over footpath works
PHUKET: Patong Mayor Lalita Maneesri has moved to reassure residents and visitors that ongoing works to improve sidewalks along the Patong beachfront and on key roads in the busy tourism town are progressing as planned, and that authorities are working as quickly as possible to ensure safe pedestrian access.
Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘immediate’ ceasefire
Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘immediate’ ceasefire
BANGKOK: Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an “immediate” ceasefire yesterday (Dec 27), the two countries said in a joint statement, pledging to end weeks of deadly border clashes.
How to Gear Up in World of Warcraft
How to Gear Up in World of Warcraft
In this guide, we’ll cover the main ways to gear your World of Warcraft character and how to quickly get equipped both before and after the endgame. We tried to keep all the info general and universal, without tying it to any specific season or expansion, so you can use the guide at any time, no matter the current state of the game.
North Korean POWs in Ukraine seeking ‘new life’ in South
North Korean POWs in Ukraine seeking ‘new life’ in South
SEOUL: Two North Korean prisoners of war held by Ukraine have said they hope to start a “new life” in South Korea, according to a letter seen by AFP on Wednesday (Dec 24).
TAT expects drop in New Year revenue
TAT expects drop in New Year revenue
BANGKOK: Tourism receipts during the New Year holiday are expected to plunge by 2-9% year-on-year due to the border conflict and flooding in the South, while outbound travel remains strong, supported by the strength of the local currency.
Phuket readies for New Year ‘Seven Days of Danger’
Phuket readies for New Year ‘Seven Days of Danger’
PHUKET: Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn yesterday (Dec 26) officially opened the Road and Maritime Accident Prevention and Reduction Operations Centre for Phuket for New Year 2026, ahead of the nationwide ‘Seven Days of Danger’ campaign.
Prawit prepares to retire from politics after withdrawing as PM candidate
Prawit prepares to retire from politics after withdrawing as PM candidate
BANGKOK: Palang Pracharath Party leader Prawit Wongsuwon has signalled his intention to step away from politics after withdrawing as the party’s prime ministerial candidate.
Phuket White Collar Boxing: A Transformational Challenge
Phuket White Collar Boxing: A Transformational Challenge
BOXING: Phuket has long been the home of combat sports, fitness and transformational training. But now a new opportunity is emerging for everyday residents to experience the thrill, discipline and empowerment of stepping into the ring – all while raising money for a truly meaningful cause.
Officials raid illegal venues in Patong, Phuket Town
Officials raid illegal venues in Patong, Phuket Town
PHUKET: Provincial officials launched coordinated late-night raids on illegal entertainment venues in Patong and Phuket Town early yesterday (Dec 26), shutting down businesses operating without permits, seizing ketamine and detaining suspects for prosecution.
Former Phuket vice governor accused of Patong land title corruption
Former Phuket vice governor accused of Patong land title corruption
PHUKET: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has ruled that a former Vice Governor of Phuket, a former Phuket Provincial Land Officer and several other officials are guilty of illegally issuing two land title deeds covering forest reserve land in Patong.
Remembrance services held for tsunami victims
Remembrance services held for tsunami victims
PHUKET: Communities across Phuket and Phang Nga held solemn ceremonies yesterday (Dec 26) to mark the 21st anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, honouring thousands of Thai and foreign victims while reinforcing the importance of disaster preparedness and resilience along Thailand’s Andaman coast.
Russian woman killed in Karon motorbike crash
Russian woman killed in Karon motorbike crash
PHUKET: A Russian woman was killed and a male companion injured after the motorcycle they were riding crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a Bangkok-registered ‘green plate’ taxi on the winding Kata–Saiyuan road yesterday (Dec 25).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bangkok Ambulance Crashes In Phuket, ‘Brake Failure’ Blamed For Kata Crash || Dec 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Bangkok Ambulance Crashes In Phuket, ‘Brake Failure’ Blamed For Kata Crash || Dec 26
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Bangkok Hospital Phuket remembers tsunami victims
Bangkok Hospital Phuket remembers tsunami victims
PHUKET: Bangkok Hospital Phuket has marked the 21st anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami with a commemorative event highlighting the life-saving lessons learned from the disaster and reinforcing the importance of preparedness, collaboration and resilience in emergency medical care.
Villa face Chelsea test as Premier League title race heats up
Villa face Chelsea test as Premier League title race heats up
FOOTBALL: Aston Villa face a tough challenge at Chelsea tomorrow (Dec 27) after muscling their way into the Premier League title race alongside Arsenal and Manchester City.
Ambulance transporting deceased crashes into truck
Ambulance transporting deceased crashes into truck
PHUKET: An ambulance transporting a deceased person from Bangkok to Phuket crashed into the rear of a six-wheeled truck at a major intersection in Thalang early this morning (Dec 26), leaving the ambulance driver injured and trapped inside the vehicle.
Foreign fund inflows to keep baht strong
Foreign fund inflows to keep baht strong
BANGKOK: Analysts expect foreign funds to continue to flow into the Thai equity market, supported by the sharp baht appreciation that has strengthened significantly since the start of December.
US launches Christmas Day strikes on IS targets in Nigeria
US launches Christmas Day strikes on IS targets in Nigeria
PALM BEACH: President Donald Trump said US forces conducted “powerful and deadly” strikes against Islamic State militants in northwestern Nigeria yesterday (Dec 25), weeks after he warned against any systemic assault on Christians in the country.
AMLO seizes B1.1bn superyacht in Phuket
AMLO seizes B1.1bn superyacht in Phuket
PHUKET: The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) has seized a superyacht in Phuket valued at more than B1.1 billion as part of a major crackdown on assets tied to a vast transnational scam network responsible for more than B9bn in damages.
Bondi victims honoured as Sydney-Hobart race sets sail
Bondi victims honoured as Sydney-Hobart race sets sail
SYDNEY: Skippers of nearly 130 yachts set sail on a “bumpy” Sydney-Hobart ocean race today (Dec 26), many scattering rose petals for the Bondi Beach shooting victims as they ventured into rolling seas.