Phuket –
A Russian man drowned while two other Russians were rescued from drowning at a beach in Thalang.
The Phuket Tourist Police told the Phuket Express that on Thursday (September 28th) they were notified of the incident at the Bang Tao Beach in Cherng Talay.
They and the Phuket Express arrived...
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Thai Prime Minister Arrives in Phuket to Follow up on Major...
Phuket –
The Thai Prime Srettha Thavisin arrived in Phuket on Friday (September 29th) to follow up on the development of airports in the Andaman...
Unidentified Foreign Tourist Injured After Arguing with Restaurant Staffer in Patong
Patong –
An unidentified female foreign tourist has sustained minor injuries after she reportedly got involved in an argument with a staffer at a restaurant...
Woman Arrested For Selling Floating Lanterns at Patong Beach
Patong –
A woman was arrested after she was found selling floating lanterns without permission on Patong beach.
The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that...
Vendor Arrested for Selling Alcohol in Patong
Patong –
A vendor was arrested in Patong after he was found selling alcohol from a box.
The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that after...
Russian Man Drowns at Phuket Beach
Phuket –
A Russian man drowned while two other Russians were rescued from drowning at a beach in Thalang.
The Phuket Tourist Police told the Phuket...
Phuket’s Transformation into Regional Tourism Hub Proposed
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - A 148-billion-baht proposal is expected to be submitted to the cabinet by the transport ministry for upgrading infrastructure in Phuket province....
THEOS-2 Satellite Set for October 7 Launch
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s second earth observation satellite, known as THEOS-2, is set to launch into orbit on October 7, according to Minister of...
Prime Minister Donates Salary to Charities
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - A new initiative has been announced to donate the monthly salary and meeting allowances of the Prime Minister to various charitable...
UPDATE: Thai PM Scheduled to Visit Phuket Today
Phuket –
The Thai Prime Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to visit Phuket on Friday (September 29th).
Our previous story:
Thailand’s Prime Minister will visit Phuket again this...
Officials Continue to Crackdown on Illegal Drugs in Rawai
Rawai-
Officials have continued the crackdown in a local village in Rawai where illegal drugs are widely distributed.
The Phuket City Police told the Phuket...
Man Arrested for Selling Magic Mushrooms at Patong Cannabis Shop
Patong –
A man was arrested at a cannabis shop in Patong. He was found selling magic mushrooms which are listed as illegal category 5...
Man Arrested For Selling Fireworks Illegally at Patong Beach
Patong –
A man was arrested after he was found selling fireworks and floating lanterns without permission on Patong beach.
The Patong Police told the Phuket...
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Major Banker Says Most Thais Have Financial Concerns
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On September 25th, 2023, Mr. Yuthchai Tayaratchakul, Executive Vice President of United Overseas Bank (UOB), gave a statement on a recent report...
Grand Opening: “Robinson Lifestyle Shopping Center, Chalong Branch, Phuket” – Experience...
Phuket – Central Retail Corporation Limited (CRC) proudly presents its latest venture, the "Robinson Lifestyle Shopping Center," located in Phuket's Chalong sub-district.
It's...
Airports of Thailand Commits 140 Billion Baht for Urgent Airport Projects
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - Airports of Thailand (AOT) has allocated a budget of 140 billion baht for two major airport construction projects in response to...
Thai Government Launches Electricity Bills Cut From September to December 2023
National –New electricity bills with undiscounted amounts are currently out for more than 8 million households as of today, September 20th, 2023, leading to...
Thai Private Business Sector Voices Support for New Government Policies
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Weight Policy for Flight Safety Bangkok Airways Implements
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Bangkok Airways has announced the implementation of a new policy requiring the weighing of all passengers before boarding their flights. This measure, in...
Cuts to Energy Costs Take Effect This Week
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The first official cabinet meeting under the administration of Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin unveiled several major changes. Key among them...
Thai Government Alters Overseas Income Tax Rules to Close Loopholes
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In an effort to tackle loopholes in overseas income tax, the Thai government has pulled out new rules that it said would permanently...
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Phuket’s Transformation into Regional Tourism Hub Proposed
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - A 148-billion-baht proposal is expected to be submitted to the cabinet by the transport ministry for upgrading infrastructure in Phuket province....
THEOS-2 Satellite Set for October 7 Launch
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s second earth observation satellite, known as THEOS-2, is set to launch into orbit on October 7, according to Minister of...
Prime Minister Donates Salary to Charities
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - A new initiative has been announced to donate the monthly salary and meeting allowances of the Prime Minister to various charitable...
Thailand has a New Police General
Thailand –
Police General Torsak Sukvimol has officially been appointed as the 14th Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police.
A meeting was held on Wednesday (September...
Thai Top Cop Demands Justice from Court Over House Search Warrants
National —
Deputy National Police Chief Pol Gen Surachate "Big Joke" Hakparn lodged a complaint with the Criminal Court on Tuesday, September 26th, seeking justice...
Thai Tourism Eyes Potential Surge in Chinese Tourists Despite a Slow...
National –
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Thai FDA Confirms Safety of Imported Japanese Seafood
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New National Statistics Office and UNICEF study reveals children in Thailand’s...
PRESS RELEASE:
SONGKHLA, Thailand, 27 September 2023 – While progress has been made across many areas of child health and well-being in Thailand, children living...
Major Banker Says Most Thais Have Financial Concerns
National –
On September 25th, 2023, Mr. Yuthchai Tayaratchakul, Executive Vice President of United Overseas Bank (UOB), gave a statement on a recent report...
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Prime Minister Donates Salary to Charities
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - A new initiative has been announced to donate the monthly salary and meeting allowances of the Prime Minister to various charitable...
UPDATE: Thai PM Scheduled to Visit Phuket Today
Phuket –
The Thai Prime Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to visit Phuket on Friday (September 29th).
Our previous story:
Thailand’s Prime Minister will visit Phuket again this...
Thailand has a New Police General
Thailand –
Police General Torsak Sukvimol has officially been appointed as the 14th Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police.
A meeting was held on Wednesday (September...
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Could be Released From Jail As...
National —
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National —
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BANGKOK (NNT) - The Prime Minister has called upon government agencies to drive forward government policies towards concrete actions.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said each...
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