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12/08/2025

It is hoped the move will cut down human trafficking, contraband and other crimes, say Malaysian authorities...

KELANTAN: Malaysia will soon destroy 128 jetties illegally built on the Kolok River in another move to clamp down on illicit activities along the border with Thailand.

12/08/2025

The injured ranger was rushed to hospital following the incident near Ta Muen Thom temple ruins in Phanom D**g Rak district of the northeastern province bordering Cambodia...

PHANOM D**G RAK: A landmine exploded and blew off a paramilitary ranger’s leg during a border patrol near an ancient temple site in Surin province this morning (Aug 12).

12/08/2025

The screaming pace of AI development and use, and the Trump tariffs, have changed everything -- and Thailand needs to adjust, say the experts....

BANGKOK: Although Thai businesses are relieved the US has reduced its import tariff on Thai goods to 19%, on par with other countries in the region, improving long-term competitiveness remains a chall

12/08/2025

The three-day event, which aims to reinforce Phuket's reputation as a world-class Muay Thai hub while showcasing Thailand’s soft power on the global stage, takes place this coming weekend...

MUAY THAI: Phuket is preparing to host the “Muay Thai Phuket Festival 2025” this coming weekend, aiming to reinforce its reputation as a world-class hub for the sport and showcase Thailand’s sof

12/08/2025

The Saphan Hin landfill is overflowing ‒ now beyond its 800,000-ton limit ‒ and waste keeps piling up from across the island…

PHUKET: The Saphan Hin landfill has exceeded its 800,000-tonne capacity, with waste continuing to pour in from across the island, prompting urgent calls for action from Phuket City Mayor Suphot La-ong

12/08/2025

Two victims remain in hospital intensive care units after being set on fire in a random attack by an unemployed man in downtown Bangkok last week...

BANGKOK: The Tourism and Sports Ministry has promised improved safety measures in areas popular with tourists after two Malaysians were set on fire in a random attack by an unemployed man in downtown

12/08/2025

Police seized 12 motorcycles, five sedans, one pickup truck and 46 documents related to vehicle pawning...

PHUKET: Wichit Police have arrested a 61-year-old man for operating an illegal high-interest loan business, seizing 12 motorcycles, five sedans, a pickup truck and dozens of related documents.

11/08/2025

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11/08/2025

PHUKET XTRA - Aug 11 || Brought to you by Phuket
1- Phuket Education boss denies bribe claims over fast-tracked school licences
https://thephuketnews.com/phuket-education-boss-denies-bribe-claims-over-fast-tracked-school-licences-97155.php

2- Patong lifeguards conduct 122 surf rescued in July
https://thephuketnews.com/patong-lifeguards-conduct-122-surf-rescues-in-july-97186.php
MORE: Police probe death of unidentified man at Kalim Beach
https://thephuketnews.com/police-probe-death-of-unidentified-man-at-kalim-beach-97201.php

3- Permanent sculptures underwater art to feature in Phuket Biennale
https://thephuketnews.com/permanent-sculptures-underwater-art-to-feature-in-phuket-biennale-97197.php

4- Land occupier charged for illegal excavation in Kamala
https://thephuketnews.com/land-occupier-charged-for-illegal-excavation-in-kamala-97188.php

5- Half-a-million aquatic animals released in honour of Queen Mother Birthday
https://thephuketnews.com/half-a-million-aquatic-animals-released-in-honour-of-queen-mother-birthday-97190.php

6- Phuket welcomes Miss Universe Thailand contestants
https://thephuketnews.com/phuket-welcomes-miss-universe-thailand-contestants-97208.php

Hosted by: JP Mestanza ||

11/08/2025

The Miss Universe Thailand 2025 Phuket events will continue through to this Saturday...and from Nov 8–12, Phuket will host more than 130 contestants from around the world for a series of activities ahead of the Miss Universe final, showcasing the island to a global audience...

PHUKET: Phuket has rolled out the red carpet for contestants in the Miss Universe Thailand 2025 pageant, hosting a glamorous ‘White Pearl Welcome Party’ on Saturday (Aug 9) that also marked the of

11/08/2025

Phuket Town's annual Por Tor (Hungry Ghost) Festival this year will be observed from Sept 4-21...

PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality is preparing to host the annual Por Tor (Hungry Ghost) Festival from Sept 4-21, celebrating local traditions and paying respects to ancestors through merit-making cere