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Governor honours Phuket’s ‘Outstanding Youth’
Governor honours Phuket’s ‘Outstanding Youth’
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat held a special ceremony at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (Jan 10) to present certificates to the ‘Outstanding Youth of 2024’ and ‘Outstanding Children of Phuket Province for 2025’.
Phuket celebrates Children’s Day with island-wide festivities
Phuket celebrates Children’s Day with island-wide festivities
PHUKET: Children across Phuket are embracing the excitement of National Children’s Day today (Jan 11), with a range of activities and events held under the national theme: “Every opportunity is learning, ready to adapt to the future that you choose.”  
Minister of Labour conducts migrant worker site inspection in Phuket
Minister of Labour conducts migrant worker site inspection in Phuket
PHUKET: Minister of Labour Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn conducted an inspection of migrant worker management practices at a condo construction site in Sakhu, south of Phuket International Airport, during his visit to the island yesterday (Jan 9).
PM punts for Phuket as a ‘Premium Tourism’ destination
PM punts for Phuket as a ‘Premium Tourism’ destination
PHUKET: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Phuket yesterday (Jan 9) said her administration aimed to address critical issues in Phuket and set the stage for the island’s growth as a ‘Premium Tourism’ destination.
Phuket cancer clinic hits PM's agenda
Phuket cancer clinic hits PM's agenda
PHUKET: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra discussed healthcare as a major issue facing Phuket residents at a meeting held at Phuket International Airport this morning (Jan 9).
PM arrives in Phuket
PM arrives in Phuket
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.
Mystery surrounds death of British tourist, family pleads for help
Mystery surrounds death of British tourist, family pleads for help
PHUKET: The grief-stricken family of 28-year-old British tourist Regan Kelly is searching for answers after his body was found floating in the sea off Patong Beach, just days into his planned month-long trip to Thailand.  
Police arrest mule in B200k call centre scam impersonating Phuket police officer
Police arrest mule in B200k call centre scam impersonating Phuket police officer
PHUKET: The Metropolitan Police Bureau in Bangkok (IDMB) has arrested a suspect linked to a call centre scam that impersonated police officers, including an officer in Phuket, to deceive a victim into transferring more than B200,000.
Phuket officials launch project to promote honest elections, political transparency
Phuket officials launch project to promote honest elections, political transparency
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Election Commission Office launched its ‘Honest Political Reform on the Basis of Elections’ project, aiming to enhance transparency and prevent political misconduct in a democratic regime.
Kata Noi beach chair crush eased
Kata Noi beach chair crush eased
PHUKET: Local residents have confirmed that the ‘sand grab’ by beach chair vendors at Kata Noi Beach has been eased, with more space now available for beachgoers.
PM Paetongtarn to visit Phuket
PM Paetongtarn to visit Phuket
PHUKET: Prime Minister Paetongtarn ‘Ing’ Shinawatra and her delegation are set to visit Phuket on Thursday (Jan 9).
Belarusian tourist apologises to Karon Police for drunken incident
Belarusian tourist apologises to Karon Police for drunken incident
PHUKET: A Belarusian tourist has formally apologised to local police for his drunken and disorderly behaviour at a hotel in Karon last month.
Schoolgirl praised for life-saving efforts
Schoolgirl praised for life-saving efforts
PHUKET: A secondary school student from Cherng Talay Witthaya School has been hailed as a hero after performing life-saving CPR on a man who suffered cardiac arrest while riding his ‘samlor’ (motorbike with sidecart).
Lucky prizes drawn at ‘Good Things’ fair
Lucky prizes drawn at ‘Good Things’ fair
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat led the lucky prize draw at the ‘Phuket Good Things’ fair at Saphan Hin last night (Jan 6), with the top prize being a brand-new Toyota Fortuner.
Phuket closes New Year safety campaign with four road deaths
Phuket closes New Year safety campaign with four road deaths
PHUKET: According to Phuket officials, the official 10-day road and marine safety campaign for New Year 2025 concluded at midnight last night (Jan 5) with Phuket suffering four deaths and 71 people admitted to hospital for injuries sustained in 74 accidents across the island during the 10 days.
Vietnam defeat Thais in late ASEAN Cup drama
Vietnam defeat Thais in late ASEAN Cup drama
FOOTBALL: Vietnam won the 2024 Mitsubishi Electric ASEAN Championship in dramatic style yesterday (Jan 5) after a 3-2 victory against Thailand in the second leg of the final in Bangkok.
Skål Phuket’s vision for the future
Skål Phuket’s vision for the future
As Skål International Phuket transitions from Eddy Brosse’s impactful presidency to Bas van Straten’s promising leadership, the club reflects on its achievements and anticipates an exciting future.
PPAO presidential election a three-horse race
PPAO presidential election a three-horse race
PHUKET: Just three candidates have registered to contest the position of President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) in the election to be held on Feb 1.
Road safety campaign trundles along
Road safety campaign trundles along
PHUKET: According to Phuket officials, there were somehow only five road accidents in total across the whole of the island yesterday (Jan 2), resulting in five people being admitted to hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Ao Po Pier inspection to boost marine safety
Ao Po Pier inspection to boost marine safety
PHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Ronnarong Tipsiri led an inspection at Ao Po Pier in Pa Khlok yesterday (Jan 2) as part of the ongoing campaign to boost marine safety and bolster tourist confidence during the bustling New Year period.