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Phuket Job Fair puts more than 1,500 jobs up for grabs
Phuket Job Fair puts more than 1,500 jobs up for grabs
PHUKET: More than 1,500 job vacancies were on offer at the ‘Phuket Job Fair 2025’ yesterday (June 18), giving job seekers in the province an opportunity to meet employers directly and secure employment across a wide range of industries.
German ‘City Lab’ eyes ‘green’ solutions for Phuket transport
German ‘City Lab’ eyes ‘green’ solutions for Phuket transport
PHUKET: A new phase of the Thai-German cooperation project on energy, transportation, and climate change has kicked off in Phuket, with the launch of the ‘City Lab’ initiative aimed at developing sustainable solutions to urban mobility.
PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PPAO allocates over B2.7mn to boost local agriculture economy
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has allocated more than B2.7 million for three key projects aimed at strengthening the province’s agricultural and local economic sectors under its 2025 development plan.
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PM hails Phuket’s Miss World Opal as symbol of women’s power
PHUKET: Thailand’s Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra has praised Phuket-born Suchata Chuangsri, better known as “Nong Opal,” after she became the first Thai woman in history to win the Miss World crown.
Phuket splurges B500k on pineapple, durian promotion
Phuket splurges B500k on pineapple, durian promotion
PHUKET: A budget of B503,300 has been spent on staging a ‘Charm of Phuket Durian & Pineapple’ event, aimed at promoting local agricultural products and linking them with tourism to boost income for local farmers.
Date changed for Phuket tsunami drill
Date changed for Phuket tsunami drill
PHUKET: Wichit Sutthaso, Chief of the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket), has confirmed that the tsunami drill to be held in Kamala this month will be held on June 27*.
Laguna Phuket Marathon proves as popular as ever
Laguna Phuket Marathon proves as popular as ever
MARATHON: More than 7,000 competitors from over 71 different countries joined in the 19th Laguna Phuket Marathon at the weekend (June 14-15).
Phuket marks World Blood Donor Day
Phuket marks World Blood Donor Day
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat led an event on Saturday (June 14) to commemorate World Blood Donor Day 2025, where individuals and organisations were honoured for their contributions to saving lives through blood donations.
Turtles released at Mai Khao ahead of World Sea Turtle Day
Turtles released at Mai Khao ahead of World Sea Turtle Day
PHUKET: A major conservation event was held at Sirinat National Park on Phuket’s Mai Khao Beach on Saturday (June 14), with dozens of sea turtles released back into the Andaman Sea as part of a Big Cleaning Day activity led by senior judiciary officials, conservationists and community members.
Russian woman arrested for illegally providing medical treatments
Russian woman arrested for illegally providing medical treatments
PHUKET: A 33-year-old Russian woman has been arrested in Phuket after allegedly offering illegal medical treatments, including drug injections, without a license.
Study launched to tackle coastal erosion at Kalim
Study launched to tackle coastal erosion at Kalim
PHUKET: The Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning (DPT) has launched a feasibility study and detailed design project aimed at addressing long-standing coastal erosion problems at Kalim Beach, just north of Patong.
Phuket launches elderly care training
Phuket launches elderly care training
PHUKET: In a move to strengthen elderly care in local communities, Phuket provincial officials have launched an intermediate elderly care training programme aimed at equipping residents with the skills to care for dependent seniors while also promoting career opportunities.
NACC Phuket files charges over Kamala forest encroachment
NACC Phuket files charges over Kamala forest encroachment
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC PHUKET) says it is continuing its investigation into encroachment on the Kamala National Forest Reserve as part of ongoing efforts to combat corruption and protect public land.
Airbnb in Thailand: Goldmine or legal minefield?
Airbnb in Thailand: Goldmine or legal minefield?
You’ve seen the Instagram reels. A dreamy villa, an infinity pool and a “booked solid on Airbnb” caption. But behind the hashtags and high yields lies a murky legal maze that most property owners in Thailand are either ignoring ‒ or tiptoeing through like it's a minefield.
Rain, shine and a load of great rugby action at the ACG
Rain, shine and a load of great rugby action at the ACG
RUGBY: The Alan Cook Ground (ACG) in Thalang welcomed teams from near and afar for the Phuket International Rugby 11s tournament last weekend (June 6-7).
Phuket to host first ‘Sai Kabaya Pateh’ Andaman Retro 2025 festival
Phuket to host first ‘Sai Kabaya Pateh’ Andaman Retro 2025 festival
PHUKET: Phuket is set to celebrate its cultural diversity with the inaugural ‘Sai Kabaya Pateh’ Andaman Retro 2025 event, which will take place in the historic Old Town and Dragon Square areas from July 4-6.
Phuket selects outstanding youth, contributors for national recognition
Phuket selects outstanding youth, contributors for national recognition
PHUKET: Phuket provincial officials have selected its outstanding children, youth and contributors to be nominated for national honours ahead of Thailand’s National Youth Day on Sept 20.
Bomb threat forces Air India flight to make emergency landing in Phuket
Bomb threat forces Air India flight to make emergency landing in Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport was placed on high alert this morning (June 13) after receiving a bomb threat report involving an Air India flight en route from Phuket to Delhi.
Phuket Tourist Police issue beach safety warning
Phuket Tourist Police issue beach safety warning
PHUKET: Phuket Tourist Police have urged beach-goers to obey the red ‘no swimming’ flags and to enter the water only where it is safe to do so and where lifeguards are on duty.
Phuket promotes ‘Pride for All’
Phuket promotes ‘Pride for All’
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Social Development and Human Security Office yesterday (June 12) held a seminar aimed at promoting awareness and understanding of gender equality and diversity.