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Phuket MPs call for AMLO to investigate Big Buddha finances
Phuket MPs call for AMLO to investigate Big Buddha finances
Saturday 19 July 2025 12:00 PM
PHUKET: Phuket MPs Chalermpong Saengdee and Thitikan Thitipruethikul have called on the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) to investigate the financial dealings of the private foundation that operates the Big Buddha viewpoint.
No agreement yet over Big Buddha reopening conditions
No agreement yet over Big Buddha reopening conditions
Friday 18 July 2025 06:28 PM
PHUKET: The Abbott of Wat Kata and the local residents still living in the shadow of the deadly landslide below the Big Buddha Viewpoint that struck in August last year have both yet to agree on a set of conditions set out by Phuket branch of Royal Forest Department (RFD Phuket) ‒ which legally owns the land the Big Buddha sits on ‒ in order for teh Big BUddha Viewpoint to reopen to tourists.
Big Buddha operator claims tourist viewpoint to reopen soon
Big Buddha operator claims tourist viewpoint to reopen soon
Sunday 13 July 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: The popular Big Buddha viewpoint atop the Nakkerd Hills between Chalong and Kata is preparing to reopen to the public, with the operator of the site, the Phraphutthamingmongkhol Sattha 45 Foundation, claiming to have reached a “settlement” with the Phuket office of the Royal Forest Department (RFD Phuket) in a long-running land encroachment dispute.
Police drop probe into deadly Kata landslide
Police drop probe into deadly Kata landslide
Sunday 15 June 2025 12:15 PM
PHUKET: Illegal construction at the Big Buddha viewpoint is no longer considered a primary cause of the deadly landslide in Kata in August last year, which killed 13 people, and does not meet the criteria for a negligence charge, Pol Lt Col Ekkasak Kwanwan, Senior Inspector (Investigation) at Karon Police Station, has told The Phuket News.
Police continue to stall over Kata landslide probe
Police continue to stall over Kata landslide probe
Tuesday 13 May 2025 09:28 AM
PHUKET: The investigation into the Kata landslides last August, which killed 13 people and injured dozens of several others, has been put on hold as Karon Police still wait for experts to confirm if illegal construction played a role in the tragedy.
Karon Police restart Kata landslide investigation
Karon Police restart Kata landslide investigation
Sunday 20 April 2025 10:00 AM
PHUKET: The investigation into the deadly landslide in Kata last August that killed 13 people and injured many more has been delayed as Karon Police wait for documents to confirm the construction as a contributing factor for the landslide.
No progress in Big Buddha landslide death investigation
No progress in Big Buddha landslide death investigation
Sunday 2 March 2025 10:00 AM
PHUKET: The investigation into the landslide that killed 13 people and injured many in Kata August last year has stalled, as Karon Police still need to question more victims and witnesses due to the extensive damage.
Big Buddha construction listed as ‘contributing factor’ in deadly Kata landslide
Big Buddha construction listed as ‘contributing factor’ in deadly Kata landslide
Saturday 25 January 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: A report by the Department of Mineral Resources investigation into the landslide in Kata on Aug 23 last year that killed 13 people has listed the new parking lot and nearby restroom constructed at the Big Buddha Viewpoint as factors that contributed to the cause of the deadly landslide.
At least 10 dead in Brazil landslides
At least 10 dead in Brazil landslides
Monday 13 January 2025 11:59 AM
RIO DE JANEIRO: Landslides caused by torrential rains in southeast Brazil have left at least 10 people dead, rescue services in Minas Gerais state said yesterday (Jan 12).
PM arrives in Phuket
PM arrives in Phuket
Thursday 9 January 2025 11:51 AM
PHUKET: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Phuket this morning (Jan 9) to be briefed on issues and challenges facing people on the island, including traffic management; floods, droughts and water management; and the explosion in the number of tourist arrivals.
Carry On: Governor, key figures look at shaping Phuket’s future
Carry On: Governor, key figures look at shaping Phuket’s future
Sunday 5 January 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: As Phuket prepares to usher in the New Year, Governor Sophon Suwannarat and other key figures have spoken with The Phuket News, reflecting on the significant events of 2024, a year marked by both trials and triumphs. From natural disasters to soaring tourism numbers, the island has seen its share of challenges and progress, laying the groundwork for a more sustainable future.
Supoj returns to talk marine tourism safety, view deadly landslide site
Supoj returns to talk marine tourism safety, view deadly landslide site
Thursday 26 December 2024 12:23 PM
PHUKET: Supoj Rodruang Na Nongkhai, a former Vice Governor of Phuket and now the Inspector-General of the Ministry of Interior, visited Phuket yesterday (Dec 25) to review key policies and projects, including Phuket marine tourism safety, illegal hotels, landslide prevention and tsunami preparedness.
All silent on Phuket landslide deaths
All silent on Phuket landslide deaths
Saturday 21 December 2024 04:02 PM
PHUKET: A major press conference called by Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat yesterday (Dec 20) touted how much the government is doing to prevent future floods and landslides, but made no mention of any investigation into the deaths of the 13 people killed in the landslide in Kata on Aug 23.
Phuket to hold flood, mudslide disaster response exercise
Phuket to hold flood, mudslide disaster response exercise
Thursday 19 December 2024 09:37 AM
PHUKET: Phuket officials will hold an integrated disaster prevention and mitigation exercise (CPX) Jan 16 to boost the island’s readiness for potential flood and mudslide emergencies. 
Australians join effort to resolve Phuket’s flood, landslide challenges
Australians join effort to resolve Phuket’s flood, landslide challenges
Saturday 23 November 2024 12:16 PM
PHUKET: Australian and Thai officials convened at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (Nov 22) for a meeting to discuss strategies to mitigate floods and mudslides, which have increasingly affected the island.
Tropical storm leaves towns submerged, 40 dead in Philippines
Tropical storm leaves towns submerged, 40 dead in Philippines
Friday 25 October 2024 01:42 PM
MANILA: Philippine rescue workers battled floodwaters today (Oct 25) to reach residents still trapped on the roofs of their homes as Tropical Storm Trami moved out to sea after killing at least 40 people.
Phuket MP refuses to let landslide deaths slide
Phuket MP refuses to let landslide deaths slide
Thursday 24 October 2024 03:44 PM
PHUKET: Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee has urged the public and government officials not to let the investigation into the landslide in Kata on Aug 23, which killed 13 people, fade away.
Environment Minister inspects potential landslide sites
Environment Minister inspects potential landslide sites
Sunday 20 October 2024 12:02 PM
PHUKET: The Minister of Natural Resources and Environment was in Phuket yesterday (Oct 19) to conduct a series of inspections on potential landslide sites across the island.
Governor assures final disaster relief for Phuket landslide victims coming ‘soon’
Governor assures final disaster relief for Phuket landslide victims coming ‘soon’
Thursday 17 October 2024 05:55 PM
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has assured that compensation from the central government to victims and survivors of the landslide in Kata on Aug will be delivered “soon’.
Finding Fault: Big Buddha foundation to face charges for causing deadly Phuket landslide
Finding Fault: Big Buddha foundation to face charges for causing deadly Phuket landslide
Saturday 12 October 2024 09:00 AM
PHUKET: The Phra Phuttha Ming Mongkol Sattha 45 Foundation, which operates the tourist-popular Big Buddha viewpoint on the hills between Kata and Chalong, will face charges for at least contributing to the devastating landslide on Aug 23 that claimed 13 lives. 

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