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Advance voting in Phuket concludes smoothly
Advance voting in Phuket concludes smoothly
PHUKET: Advance voting in Phuket for the upcoming national election to be held this Sunday (Feb 8) concluded smoothly yesterday (Feb 1), with 34,746 of 41,609 registered voters casting their ballots – a turnout of 83.49%.
Ceremonies mark 100 days since Queen Mother’s death
Ceremonies mark 100 days since Queen Mother’s death
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul led Cabinet members on Saturday (Jan 31) in a merit-making ceremony at Government House to mark the 100-day memorial of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother.
Ketamine seized in Patong drug bust
Ketamine seized in Patong drug bust
PHUKET: Patong Police have seized a significant amount of ketamine, along with crystal meth (ya ice) and ecstasy pills during a drug bust at a rented room in Patong.
Two women killed in Kamala wipeout
Two women killed in Kamala wipeout
PHUKET: Two Thai women riding a motorbike were killed and several others injured after a pickup driver allegedly fell asleep at the wheel at a busy intersection in the heart of Kamala yesterday (Feb 1).
Patong Police investigate alleged rape of Swedish tourist
Patong Police investigate alleged rape of Swedish tourist
PHUKET: Patong Police have launched an urgent investigation into the alleged rape of a 26-year-old Swedish tourist in Patong in the early hours of Saturday morning (Jan 31).
Alcaraz beats Djokovic, Rybakina overcomes Sabalenka at Aussie Open
Alcaraz beats Djokovic, Rybakina overcomes Sabalenka at Aussie Open
TENNIS: Carlos Alcaraz swept past Novak Djokovic to win his first Australian Open yesterday (Feb 1) and become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam, denying the Serbian great an unprecedented 25th major.
Large trucks, buses to be banned from Darasamut Underpass
Large trucks, buses to be banned from Darasamut Underpass
PHUKET: Large trucks and buses will be banned from using the Darasamut Underpass during daytime hours starting Mar 1, Phuket Provincial Police have announced, following repeated accidents involving heavy vehicles.
Amid Ukraine war fallout, fearful Chechen women seek escape route
Amid Ukraine war fallout, fearful Chechen women seek escape route
CHECHNYA: Facing what activists say is a hardening of repression inside Chechnya amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Asil and Aishat, both young women, recently fled their violent families in search of safety. Only Asil is alive today.
The rewards of ignoring travel warnings
The rewards of ignoring travel warnings
There’s a certain anxiety in booking a ticket to a destination that your government insists you absolutely should not visit. For some people, that red-letter advisory triggers alarm bells. For me, it’s more of a polite suggestion – like “limit yourself to one dessert.” A challenge, really.
Return to Silent Hill fails to make much noise
Return to Silent Hill fails to make much noise
In 2006 we saw the release of Silent Hill – a film based on a horror themed video game that had a legion of fans. While the reviews of the film were lukewarm the film quickly became a cult favourite and to this day is still listed on a lot of ‘Must See’ horror lists.
Fury confirms comeback fight against Makhmudov
Fury confirms comeback fight against Makhmudov
BOXING: Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury will face Arslanbek Makhmudov in his comeback fight in April, weeks after saying he would come out of retirement.
Big Buddha to reopen to visitors
Big Buddha to reopen to visitors
PHUKET: The Big Buddha viewpoint on the hills between Chalong and Kata is expected to reopen to visitors this month, according to the abbot of Wat Kittisangkharam, though an exact reopening date has yet to be confirmed.
Sex workers get pre-election boost
Sex workers get pre-election boost
BANGKOK: Political parties have voiced support for Thai sex workers ahead of the Feb 8 national election, vowing more protection and dignity under the law in a country where prostitution remains a crime.
Nominee Arrangements and CRS: Thailand’s New Data-Driven Compliance Landscape
Nominee Arrangements and CRS: Thailand’s New Data-Driven Compliance Landscape
What was once considered a grey-area structuring solution has rapidly become a high-risk compliance exposure. In recent months, nominee arrangements have moved back into the spotlight as Thai autho-rities intensify enforcement efforts ‒ this time powered not just by domestic law, but by global data and tax transparency standards.
Koh Kaew confirmed to host Phuket's only flyover
Koh Kaew confirmed to host Phuket's only flyover
PHUKET: The Koh Kaew flyover will be the only flyover project to go ahead on the island, with no alternative flyover routes planned for any other traffic hotspots, Phuket Highways Chief Winai Kumuang has confirmed.
Arsenal seek fun factor as Frank searches for home comforts
Arsenal seek fun factor as Frank searches for home comforts
FOOTBALL: Arsenal travel to Leeds today (Jan 31) desperate to prevent a Premier League wobble becoming something more serious as Manchester City and Aston Villa wait to pounce.
Small-business support to generate at least B260bn
Small-business support to generate at least B260bn
BANGKOK: Government measures to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are expected to help increase monetary circulation in the economy by at least B260 billion this year, says the chief of Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG).
Democrat Party launches southern campaign blitz
Democrat Party launches southern campaign blitz
BANGKOK: The Democrat Party has launched a major campaign tour across the southern provinces, advocating clean elections, anti-corruption politics and safer tourism.
‘Sky the limit’ for Dojo Phuket in 2026
‘Sky the limit’ for Dojo Phuket in 2026
COMBAT SPORTS: The mood at Cherng Talay-based Dojo Phuket is one of clear vibrancy and positivity as lead instructor and founder Alexis Plantard and his team of talented students look towards a fruitful year ahead.
Alcohol sales banned nationwide during advance voting this weekend
Alcohol sales banned nationwide during advance voting this weekend
PHUKET: Alcohol sales will be prohibited nationwide tonight through tomorrow evening as Thailand holds advance voting for the upcoming parliamentary elections, election officials have confirmed.