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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EXPOSED: Phuket B1mn Identity Fraud, Muay Thai Camp Scandal Suspect GONE || July 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: EXPOSED: Phuket B1mn Identity Fraud, Muay Thai Camp Scandal Suspect GONE || July 17
Friday 17 July 2026 06:33 PM
PHUKET XTRA - July 17 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Artist Hub Thailand launches new platform
Artist Hub Thailand launches new platform
Friday 17 July 2026 05:15 PM
Connecting vendors, organizers, and artists — invites Thai talent to join free during Beta. Under the motto “Local Talents. Global Stage.,” AHT opens pre-registration for its August–September 2026 beta, with free access, no set-up fees, no hidden costs, and no commission.
Rungruang denies corruption allegations, files criminal complaints against accusers
Rungruang denies corruption allegations, files criminal complaints against accusers
Friday 17 July 2026 12:24 PM
PHUKET: Former Phuket Provincial Palad (Chief Administrative Officer) Rungruang Thimabut has publicly denied all allegations linking him to corruption investigations, insisting he had “absolutely no involvement whatsoever” in either a local government recruitment exam bribery scandal or allegations that he demanded a B1 million bribe in a Phuket land case. 
Norwegian implicated in Thai boxing camp sex scandal dies
Norwegian implicated in Thai boxing camp sex scandal dies
Friday 17 July 2026 10:58 AM
RAYONG: An 80-year-old Norwegian man who financially supported a Muay Thai boxing camp in Rayong and was accused of sexually abusing boys there died two days before police raided the camp and arrested its supervisor, authorities said yesterday (July 16).
Drug crackdown continues as 5,352 meth pills, 347g of ‘ice’ seized
Drug crackdown continues as 5,352 meth pills, 347g of ‘ice’ seized
Friday 17 July 2026 10:55 AM
PHUKET: Raids over the past week have resulted in the seizure of 5,352 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) and more than 347 grammes of crystal meth (ya ice) as the latest ‘Operation 90 Days’ anti-drug campaign continues.
Three tourism stimulus schemes await approval
Three tourism stimulus schemes await approval
Friday 17 July 2026 09:45 AM
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Tourism and Sports is planning to propose three tourism stimulus projects worth B2.45 billion, aiming to generate B56bn in economic value through a domestic travel co-payment scheme, domestic flight discounts and international flight subsidies.
Phuket Governor honours Nene after PM announces backing
Phuket Governor honours Nene after PM announces backing
Friday 17 July 2026 09:35 AM
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Chotinrin Kerdsum has presented teenage musician Rattikan ‘Nene Royal’ Amlai with a certificate of appreciation, a day after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced government support for the 16-year-old following her success on ‘America’s Got Talent’.
Anutin, Xi to meet in Shanghai
Anutin, Xi to meet in Shanghai
Friday 17 July 2026 09:19 AM
SHANGHAI: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Shanghai today (July 17) during his visit to China, with Thai-Cambodian border security expected to be high on the agenda.
Late penalties confirmed as Phuket underpass closures drag on
Late penalties confirmed as Phuket underpass closures drag on
Friday 17 July 2026 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Late-completion penalties against the contractor responsible for Phuket’s delayed Smart City traffic management project will continue to mount after overnight closures at four major highway underpasses were extended for a seventh time.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Road Brawl Erupts, Viral crash Sparks Debate, Massive Jet-Ski Crackdown || July 16
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Road Brawl Erupts, Viral crash Sparks Debate, Massive Jet-Ski Crackdown || July 16
Thursday 16 July 2026 06:28 PM
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Phuket MP alleges B1mn Thai ID scheme linked to Chinese nominee network
Phuket MP alleges B1mn Thai ID scheme linked to Chinese nominee network
Thursday 16 July 2026 11:59 AM
PHUKET: A Chinese national holding shares in five Phuket companies is suspected of operating a lucrative network helping fellow Chinese nationals obtain Thai identification cards and citizenship for fees of up to B1 million each, Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee has alleged.
Bangkok bar fire toll rises to 33 as PM vows venue overhaul
Bangkok bar fire toll rises to 33 as PM vows venue overhaul
Thursday 16 July 2026 11:35 AM
BANGKOK: The death toll from the devastating Bangkok bar fire has risen to 33, authorities said yesterday (July 15), as Thailand pledged a nationwide overhaul of entertainment venue regulations.
Phuket organ donor gives eight patients new hope
Phuket organ donor gives eight patients new hope
Thursday 16 July 2026 11:14 AM
PHUKET: The family of a Phuket man has donated his organs and eyes following his death, offering hope to as many as eight patients awaiting life-saving transplants.
PM urged to strengthen tourism ties with China
PM urged to strengthen tourism ties with China
Thursday 16 July 2026 11:05 AM
BANGKOK: With Chinese economic growth at a three-year low in the second quarter, the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) has urged the government to discuss agreements with Beijing to strengthen affordable connectivity and bilateral tourism cooperation during this week’s official visit.
Phuket jet-ski crackdown nets 23 offenders, each fined B10,000
Phuket jet-ski crackdown nets 23 offenders, each fined B10,000
Thursday 16 July 2026 10:11 AM
PHUKET: Marine Department officials have fined 23 rental jet-ski operators the maximum B10,000 each in the latest crackdown on unlicensed vessels in Phuket, as authorities have launched yet another campaign to “tighten controls on the island’s marine tourism industry”.
Nine arrested over forest encroachment in Karon
Nine arrested over forest encroachment in Karon
Thursday 16 July 2026 10:00 AM
PHUKET: Nine people have been arrested after officials investigated reports of forest encroachment and illegal house construction within the Nakkerd Hills National Forest Reserve in Karon.
DLA confirms 5,814 caught in exam scandal
DLA confirms 5,814 caught in exam scandal
Thursday 16 July 2026 09:35 AM
BANGKOK: The Department of Local Administration (DLA) has submitted a list of 5,814 candidates whose examination scores were found to be irregular to the Central Examination Committee for consideration of revoking their appointments.
Officials dismiss claims of parking fees at Bang Wad
Officials dismiss claims of parking fees at Bang Wad
Thursday 16 July 2026 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket officials have dismissed claims circulating on social media that motorists are being charged B500 to park on public land near Bang Wad Dam, saying an investigation found no evidence to support the allegation.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Visa-Free REVERSAL Approved, Phuket’s FATAL Road Problems || July 15
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Visa-Free REVERSAL Approved, Phuket’s FATAL Road Problems || July 15
Wednesday 15 July 2026 05:12 PM
PHUKET XTRA - July 15 || Hosted by: JP Mestanza #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Foreigners brawl on busy Cherng Talay road
Foreigners brawl on busy Cherng Talay road
Wednesday 15 July 2026 05:06 PM
PHUKET: A fight between two foreign men in the middle of a busy road in Cherng Talay left one man bloodied and prompted concern from motorists after video of the incident was shared online.

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