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Ramadan begins in Phuket
Ramadan begins in Phuket
PHUKET: Ramadan has officially begun in Phuket, with provincial and national leaders extending their greetings to Muslim communities across the island as the holy month of fasting commenced yesterday (Feb 19).
Kashmir cash in as new Phuket Cricket League gets underway
Kashmir cash in as new Phuket Cricket League gets underway
CRICKET: A ballistic bowling effort from Kashmir Cricket Club (KCC) ensured victory against a freshly founded Cherng Talay Cricket Club (CCC) side in a low-scoring game that heralded the beginning of a newly established Phuket Cricket League (PCL) played at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) in Thalang earlier this month.
Two more mini-parties back Bhumjaithai-led coalition
Two more mini-parties back Bhumjaithai-led coalition
BANGKOK: The Bhumjaithai Party is gaining more support from small parties for leader Anutin Charnvirakul to retain the premiership after the Feb 8 general election, with the coalition now projected to have 286 seats in the 500-MP House of Representatives.
Cannabis shop raided at Lamduan Market
Cannabis shop raided at Lamduan Market
PHUKET: A 46-year-old cannabis shop owner has been arrested in Phuket Town for allegedly selling marijuana without a valid permit, with police seizing more than 115 grammes of cannabis buds during the raid.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Too Easy to Stay? Phuket Operators Slam Long-Stay Visa Rules || Feb 19
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Too Easy to Stay? Phuket Operators Slam Long-Stay Visa Rules || Feb 19
PHUKET XTRA - February 19 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket hits post-pandemic peak as flights surge to eight-year record
Phuket hits post-pandemic peak as flights surge to eight-year record
PHUKET: Phuket’s tourism engine has roared back to its strongest level in eight years, with the island recording a new daily high of 393 flights carrying 71,613 passengers, underlining its dominant role in Thailand’s visitor economy.
Thailand to enter hot season on Sunday
Thailand to enter hot season on Sunday
BANGKOK: Thailand will enter its hot season on Sunday, Meteorological Department officials declared yesterday (Feb 18), with summer storms and temperatures in some northern provinces possibly reaching a peak above 42 degrees Celsius.
Phuket launches expanded anti-graft education push
Phuket launches expanded anti-graft education push
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC Phuket) has launched its 2026 campaign to expand anti-corruption education in schools across the island, setting clear targets aimed at strengthening integrity and transparency among young people.
Canada launches huge defence plan to curb reliance on US
Canada launches huge defence plan to curb reliance on US
MONTREAL: Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday (Feb 17) launched a multi-billion dollar plan to strengthen the Canadian military and rely less on the United States.
Thai FM Sihasak meets Than Shwe in Phuket
Thai FM Sihasak meets Than Shwe in Phuket
PHUKET: Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkaew held a more than two-hour informal meeting with his Myanmar counterpart Than Shwe in Phuket yesterday (Feb 18), describing Myanmar’s recent general election as “incomplete” but potentially a starting point for renewed dialogue and de-escalation.
Bay Regatta gets underway
Bay Regatta gets underway
SAILING: The 29th annual edition of the Bay Regatta got underway yesterday (Feb 18), marking nearly three decades as Thailand’s most distinctive passage-route sailing event.
Rubber warehouse fire in Thalang
Rubber warehouse fire in Thalang
PHUKET: A warehouse storing rubber pillows in Srisoonthorn was damaged by fire last night (Feb 18), prompting the deployment of seven fire trucks before the blaze was brought under control.
Election Commission posts ‘official’ results
Election Commission posts ‘official’ results
BANGKOK: The Election Commission of Thailand released the “official” results from the Feb 8 general election and constitutional referendum yesterday (Feb 18), while acknowledging that recounts and new votes were required at some polling units.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fire Rips Through Patong Home, Bangla Road Dealers Rounded-Up || Feb 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fire Rips Through Patong Home, Bangla Road Dealers Rounded-Up || Feb 18
PHUKET XTRA - February 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket up in arms on long‑stay visa
Phuket up in arms on long‑stay visa
BANGKOK: Phuket tourism operators oppose the government's policy allowing foreigners who buy real estate worth B3 million to qualify for a long‑stay visa, arguing the investment threshold is too low and could attract 'non‑quality' visitors who may engage in illegal activities, as well as risking an increase in property prices, making housing less affordable for local residents.
Date confirmed for construction of Queen Sirikit’s crematorium
Date confirmed for construction of Queen Sirikit’s crematorium
BANGKOK: Feb 23 has been set as the official start date for construction of the royal crematorium for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, the government said.
‘Seaweed’ still plagues Patong Beach
‘Seaweed’ still plagues Patong Beach
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has ordered cruise ships anchoring off Patong to move further offshore after inspecting reports of heavy seaweed accumulation along Patong Beach.
Phuket hosts informal Thai-Myanmar Ministers’ retreat
Phuket hosts informal Thai-Myanmar Ministers’ retreat
PHUKET: Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkaew arrived in Phuket yesterday (Feb 17) for informal talks with his Myanmar counterpart aimed at encouraging dialogue and a path towards peace following Myanmar’s recent general election.
India discussing age restrictions with social media platforms
India discussing age restrictions with social media platforms
NEW DELHI: India is discussing age-based restrictions with social media companies, IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said yesterday (Feb 17), following moves by Australia and other countries to ban young teens from popular platforms.
Cocaine network busted in Bangla sweep
Cocaine network busted in Bangla sweep
PHUKET: Pol Lt Gen Achayon Kraithong, Commander of the Narcotics Suppression Bureau (NSB), led senior officers on a high-profile inspection of Bangla Rd in Patong last night to highlight the arrests of several Nigerians in connection with a network selling cocaine to tourists in Phuket.