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Aussie tourist caught short by overstay fine
Aussie tourist caught short by overstay fine
PHUKET: A 44‒year-old Australian tourist found himself caught short while trying to leave the country without enough cash to pay his overstay fine, Phuket Tourist Police reported earlier today (Jan 30), 
Phuket tour boat captains, crews get safety training
Phuket tour boat captains, crews get safety training
PHUKET: In a bid to bolster the safety and confidence of maritime tourism, Phuket provincial officials yesterday (Jan 29) launched a training program aimed at enhancing the skills and preparedness of boat operators and crews.
Chalong Hospital finally officially opened
Chalong Hospital finally officially opened
PHUKET: Dr Cholnan Srikaew, the Minister of Public Health, was in Phuket to preside over the actual grand opening of Chalong Hospital yesterday (Jan 29). 
Discussion heats up over ’Go Wholesale’ shopping centre
Discussion heats up over ’Go Wholesale’ shopping centre
PHUKET: A heated meeting took place at the offices of Phuket City Municipality last Thursday (Jan 25) as relevant government agencies, stakeholders and representatives gathered to address complaints regarding the construction of the ‘Go Wholesale’ shopping centre in Phuket Town
Russian rockers face deportation after arrest in Phuket
Russian rockers face deportation after arrest in Phuket
PHUKET: Seven members of a Russian rock band who oppose Russia’s invasion of Ukraine face deportation from Thailand after their arrest in Phuket for working illegally by performing a concert in Patong.
Eva Beach grasps at new trial appeal
Eva Beach grasps at new trial appeal
PHUKET: The Nakhon Sri Thammarat Administrative Court has accepted a motion that may derail a Supreme Administrative Court ruling last year deeming the Eva Beach development in Rawai as illegal construction. 
Parents of Russian Provincial Hall vandal apologise to Governor
Parents of Russian Provincial Hall vandal apologise to Governor
PHUKET: The parents of a Russian man who was recently involved in a disturbing incident at Provincial Hall met with Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat to apologise yesterday (Jan 27).
Ravi Chandran on social impact
Ravi Chandran on social impact
Having retired following 25 years with Banyan Tree Holdings, Ravi Chandran has never been busier. It is not exactly what was planned by the affable former chief executive of Laguna Phuket. But the explosion of growth post-COVID in the hospitality and real estate sectors combined with a savvy business reputation has had his phone ringing off the hook. So, what is he up to these days?
Phuket footballing trio sign for Buriram United
Phuket footballing trio sign for Buriram United
FOOTBALL: In a significant development for Phuket’s football scene, three former British International School, Phuket (BISP) students have recently signed contracts with renowned club Buriram United, who ply their trade in Thai League 1.
Investment in Phuket real estate market hits B100bn record
Investment in Phuket real estate market hits B100bn record
PHUKET: Russian nationals led the way as over B100 billion was invested in Phuket real estate development last year, according to a study by a leading international investment management company.
Phuket’s 47th President’s Golf Cup underway
Phuket’s 47th President’s Golf Cup underway
GOLF: The 47th edition of the President’s Cup golf challenge got underway earlier today (Jan 27) at the Phuket Country Club in Kathu.
Phuket honours Red Cross anniversary
Phuket honours Red Cross anniversary
PHUKET: An official ceremony was held today (Jan 27) to mark the 63-year anniversary of the founding of the Phuket Chapter of the Thai Red Cross Society.
Magic mushroom arrests continue in Phuket
Magic mushroom arrests continue in Phuket
PHUKET: Police officers in Phuket are continuing their efforts to combat illegal drugs, particularly magic mushrooms, which are widely available at local ganja shops as revealed by Patong Police raids last year.
German man arrested for Phuket hotel theft
German man arrested for Phuket hotel theft
PHUKET: Patong Police officers led by Lt Col Suchart Chumphusaeng have successfully apprehended the German man, Mohamed Yassine Zariouh, caught on CCTV stealing envelopes containing B86,000 from a hotel front desk counter on Thursday (Jan 25).
Immigration system malfunction causes passenger backlog
Immigration system malfunction causes passenger backlog
PHUKET: A disruption in the immigration biometrics system is what caused widespread delays at immigration checkpoints early Wednesday morning (Jan 24).
Phuket Governor wants AI traffic control
Phuket Governor wants AI traffic control
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has announced that the provincial government is aiming to have AI traffic control systems rolled out to help alleviate the ongoing traffic congestion in key areas on the island.
Charity run to raise funds for cancer treatment facility
Charity run to raise funds for cancer treatment facility
RUNNING: A charity run has been confirmed whereby proceeds will go towards helping fund the construction of a cancer therapy facility at Vachira Hospital, it has been confirmed.
PPAO launches ‘Phuket Health Sandbox’ to improve local medical services
PPAO launches ‘Phuket Health Sandbox’ to improve local medical services
PHUKET: Rewat Areerob, President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO), yesterday (Jan 25) unveiled a new initiative under its ‘Phuket Health Sandbox’ project that aims to improve local healthcare services.
Officials launch ‘Transparent Phuket’ anti-corruption campaign
Officials launch ‘Transparent Phuket’ anti-corruption campaign
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) launched an anti-corruption campaign yesterday (Jan 25) entitled ‘Transparent Phuket’.
Illegal vendors on ‘Monkey Hill’ to be cleared
Illegal vendors on ‘Monkey Hill’ to be cleared
PHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong led a high-profile meeting yesterday (Jan 24) to address the growing illegal encroachment on Khao Toh Sae in Phuket Town, and to tackle the rising number of incidents of macaques attacking tourists and local residents