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M2MMA gets ready to kick-off in Phuket
M2MMA gets ready to kick-off in Phuket
MMA: This coming Sunday (Mar 31) will see the renowned Sinbi Boxing Stadium in Rawai host M2MMA 1, an extraordinary event that merges the worlds of combat sports, entertainment and community.
Health minister in Phuket promotes tourist safety
Health minister in Phuket promotes tourist safety
PHUKET: Minister of Health Cholnan Srikaew was treated to a safety response extravaganza at Patong Beach yesterday (Mar 24) before officially launching the “Phuket Island Safety Sandbox” scheme in the hope of assuring tourists that Phuket is a safe place to holiday.
The tale of Lady Chan
The tale of Lady Chan
The annual Phuket Heroines Festival concluded last Friday night (Mar 15), with Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat playing the traditional role of the provincial Governor in the historical drama re-enacting the victory led by Phuket’s famed Heroines over Burmese invaders in 1785.
Pud Jor Shrine to get B30mn restoration
Pud Jor Shrine to get B30mn restoration
PHUKET: The Pud Jor Shrine, which has stood in the heart of Phuket Town for over 100 years, is set to undergo a renovation and restoration project costing B30 million.
Senate committee supports call for Phuket special admin
Senate committee supports call for Phuket special admin
PHUKET: Gen Lertrat Ratanavanich, Chair of the Senate Local Government Committee, has given his support for Phuket to be designated a Special Administration Area.
Why nominee shareholders are so illegal
Why nominee shareholders are so illegal
In the past few weeks, Thai news and social media have been filled with reports of foreigners illegally working in Thailand and hiding behind nominee shareholders to bypass laws on restricted jobs and land ownership. The fallout from these actions includes a targeted response from authorities who have started in-depth investigations into foreign-owned and run businesses.
Governor’s wife visits the poor
Governor’s wife visits the poor
PHUKET: Busadee Suwannarat, wife of Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat, has led a delegation of officials to two homes in Tambon Thepkrasattri to offer donations and support to people in difficult living conditions.
Phuket offers free flu jabs for tourism workers
Phuket offers free flu jabs for tourism workers
PHUKET: Thai and foreign hospitality workers are invited to receive free vaccination against the flu in Patong on Sunday (Mar 24) as part of a program to create a safe and healthy environment in tourism.
Man, woman arrested for ’ice’ in Patong
Man, woman arrested for ’ice’ in Patong
PHUKET: Two Thai nationals have been arrested in Patong for illegal possession of crystal methamphetamine (’ya ice’).
Patong Police arrest foreigner for drunk driving
Patong Police arrest foreigner for drunk driving
PHUKET: A man from Russia was arrested in Patong just after midnight today (Mar 21) for operating a scooter under the influence.
Phuket business chiefs launch ‘Privilege Card’ investor service
Phuket business chiefs launch ‘Privilege Card’ investor service
PHUKET: Some prominent members of the Phuket Chamber of Commerce (PCC) have launched a new range of services through ‘Phuket Privilege Card’ to facilitate investment into the province by assisting members when interacting with government agencies in order to set up fully legal operations on the island.
Former Kazakh FBI praise over Kamala beach theft prompts call for more CCTV
Former Kazakh FBI praise over Kamala beach theft prompts call for more CCTV
PHUKET: Kamala Police and local officials are looking to expand CCTV coverage along the Kamala Beach area in the hope of preventing thefts and other incidents affecting tourists at the beach.
Governor joins Phuket Muslims to break fast for Ramadan
Governor joins Phuket Muslims to break fast for Ramadan
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat took time out to break fast with members of the Muslim community at the Masjid Al Madinah Darussalam in Phuket Town last night (Mar 21).
Alcohol free Songkran Limelight party confirmed
Alcohol free Songkran Limelight party confirmed
PHUKET: Officials have confirmed plans for this year’s alcohol free Songkran celebrations at the Limelight shopping mall in Phuket Town.
Phuket off to a winning start as National Youth Games gets underway
Phuket off to a winning start as National Youth Games gets underway
NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES: The Phuket girl’s beach volleyball team got off to a winning start as the 39th edition of the National Youth Sports tournament got underway in Ratchaburi yesterday (Mar 20).
PM concerned over foreigners committing crimes in Phuket
PM concerned over foreigners committing crimes in Phuket
PHUKET: Prime Minister Settha Thavisin is concerned about the tourism sector in Phuket due to the volume of tourists arriving that are involved in criminal behaviour.
Phuket ‘White Airport’ project returns
Phuket ‘White Airport’ project returns
PHUKET: Airports of Thailand (AoT) at Phuket International Airport yesterday (Mar 20) launched the ‘White Airport’ project for this year to boost security and safety at Phuket’s key tourism portal.
American arrested for procuring minor for sex
American arrested for procuring minor for sex
PHUKET: Among a flurry of reports of foreigners arrested in the ongoing crackdown on foreigners breaking any laws in Phuket, police have reported the arrest of a 68-year-old American man for procuring a minor for sex.
National environment committee targets Phuket wastewater woes
National environment committee targets Phuket wastewater woes
PHUKET: The House of Representatives Committee on Land, Natural Resources and Environment arrived in Phuket on a study tour yesterday (Mar 19), apparently to follow up on land disputes and wastewater problems in Phuket.
10 arrested in Patong brawl
10 arrested in Patong brawl
PHUKET: Patong Police have confirmed taking legal action against construction workers involved in a brawl with weapons at Loma Circle, at the northern end of Patong, last night (Mar 19).