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NACC dodges answer on OrBorTor chief’s land dealings income
NACC dodges answer on OrBorTor chief’s land dealings income
Tuesday 28 July 2026 12:00 PM
PHUKET: The Phuket office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has failed to give a straight answer on whether a sitting OrBorTor chief can continue to receive income from land or real-estate dealings while serving in office as the lead administrator in Phuket’s fastest growing area for property development.
Phuket officials inspect Patong Chabad House over donations
Phuket officials inspect Patong Chabad House over donations
Tuesday 28 July 2026 11:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket officials have inspected the Chabad House in Patong as part of a multi-agency operation examining its fundraising activities, land ownership and business structure.
Phuket Islamic savings group marks 29 years with B60mn in community assets
Phuket Islamic savings group marks 29 years with B60mn in community assets
Tuesday 28 July 2026 10:00 AM
PHUKET: An Islamic community savings group in Phuket with assets of more than B60 million has held its annual general meeting, with provincial officials praising its role in promoting financial self-reliance and welfare within the island's Muslim community.
US begins review of force presence in Europe
US begins review of force presence in Europe
Tuesday 28 July 2026 09:44 AM
WASHINGTON: The United States began reviewing its military presence in Europe yesterday (July 27), officials said, after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told his NATO counterparts last month that Washington was planning such an analysis.
10 arrested in Bangla Rd in illegal cannabis, vape sales sweep
10 arrested in Bangla Rd in illegal cannabis, vape sales sweep
Tuesday 28 July 2026 09:30 AM
PHUKET: Ten people were arrested during a sweep on illegal cannabis, e-cigarette and smuggled cigarette sales in the Bangla Rd area of Patong on Sunday (July 26), officials have confirmed.
Phuket marks King's Birthday as three-day holiday begins
Phuket marks King's Birthday as three-day holiday begins
Tuesday 28 July 2026 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket joins the rest of Thailand in celebrating the birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn today (July 28), with ceremonies across the island marking the start of a three-day national public holiday that continues with two of Buddhism's most important holy days.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Two Perish In Drunken Phuket Crash, Nominee Blind Spot, Italian Apology After Row || July 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Two Perish In Drunken Phuket Crash, Nominee Blind Spot, Italian Apology After Row || July 27
Monday 27 July 2026 06:13 PM
PHUKET XTRA - July 27 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Waterspout spotted off Phuket’s Koh Racha Yai
Waterspout spotted off Phuket’s Koh Racha Yai
Monday 27 July 2026 05:59 PM
PHUKET: A waterspout formed off Koh Racha Yai today (July 27), as the Thai Meteorological Department warned of strong winds and rough seas affecting the Andaman region.
Thalang Police mobilise for long holiday traffic, road safety
Thalang Police mobilise for long holiday traffic, road safety
Monday 27 July 2026 05:54 PM
PHUKET: Thalang Police have mobilised officers, emergency responders and support agencies to manage traffic, respond to road accidents and assist motorists during what officials have designated as the July 25-30 holiday period.
Phuket officials vague in latest jet-ski crackdown
Phuket officials vague in latest jet-ski crackdown
Monday 27 July 2026 12:41 PM
PHUKET: Phuket officials have reported finding eight “cases” in the latest phase of the ongoing campaign against illegal jet-ski operations, but have released few details about what was actually uncovered.
Phuket Parkland & Music Fest draws crowds
Phuket Parkland & Music Fest draws crowds
Monday 27 July 2026 12:05 PM
PHUKET: Large crowds attended the Phuket Parkland & Music Fest 2026 over the weekend, with thousands of residents and tourists visiting Phuket Gateway in Mai Khao for the three-day event celebrating music, art and local culture.
Iran halts strikes as Trump gives space to talks
Iran halts strikes as Trump gives space to talks
Monday 27 July 2026 11:36 AM
TEHRAN: Iran and the United States held their fire today (July 27), handing Gulf shipping and the oil industry a respite from missile strikes as Donald Trump’s UN envoy said the president was “giving talks some space”.
Italian pupils fined over skytrain row
Italian pupils fined over skytrain row
Monday 27 July 2026 11:11 AM
BANGKOK: Five Italian students have been fined after settling a dispute with a Thai woman over their behaviour during a BTS Skytrain confrontation that drew widespread online criticism last week.
Teens hunted for slashing motorbikes in Kathu
Teens hunted for slashing motorbikes in Kathu
Monday 27 July 2026 11:01 AM
PHUKET: Police are searching for three teenagers after four motorcycles were damaged in a knife attack in Kathu yesterday morning (July 26).
Exporters shrug off new Trump tariffs
Exporters shrug off new Trump tariffs
Monday 27 July 2026 10:31 AM
BANGKOK: The private sector is optimistic that new US tariffs will not have a major impact on Thai exports, though businesses are urging the government to expedite trade negotiations to enhance the country’s competitiveness on the global stage.
South African arrested with ammunition at Phuket Airport
South African arrested with ammunition at Phuket Airport
Monday 27 July 2026 09:27 AM
PHUKET: A South African tourist was arrested at Phuket International Airport after security officers discovered six rounds of ammunition and a magazine in his luggage before departure.
Phuket Town cannabis shops face licence revocation
Phuket Town cannabis shops face licence revocation
Monday 27 July 2026 09:12 AM
PHUKET: Four cannabis shops in Phuket Old Town are facing licence revocation after officials found multiple alleged breaches of cannabis regulations during a joint inspection on Friday (July 24).
Phuket releases 300,000 shrimp to mark King’s birthday
Phuket releases 300,000 shrimp to mark King’s birthday
Monday 27 July 2026 09:12 AM
PHUKET: Local officials released 300,000 black tiger shrimp into coastal waters at Saphan Hin on Friday (July 24) as part of celebrations marking His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn's birthday tomorrow (July 28).
Drunk driver charged after two killed in Thalang crash
Drunk driver charged after two killed in Thalang crash
Monday 27 July 2026 09:00 AM
PHUKET: A Myanmar national has been charged with drink-driving causing death after allegedly crashing his vehicle into a motorcycle and several parked bikes in Thalang on Saturday evening (July 25), leaving two people dead and two others injured.
LGBTQ+ economy seen as growth engine
LGBTQ+ economy seen as growth engine
Sunday 26 July 2026 02:00 PM
BANGKOK: Thailand should recognise its LGBTQ+ economy as a new growth engine that requires legal and structural reforms to attract investment and enhance global competitiveness, according to several speakers at a recent forum.

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