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One Russian Tourist Dies in Motorbike Accident in Phuket, Brother Survives

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Phuket — Two Russian brothers crashed their motorbike on a steep road in Phuket's Thalang district. The older brother passed away on the spot while his younger brother was badly injured. The accident occurred on Saturday,...

American Tourist drowns at Phi Phi Island in Krabi

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Krabi – An American tourist drowned at the Viking Cave near Phi Phi Island in Krabi. The Koh Phi Phi Police told the Phuket Express that they were notified of the incident on Tuesday (April 18th)...

Similan Island to Temporarily Close for Monsoon Season

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BANGKOK (NNT) - Tourism authorities are inviting travelers to Similan Island before its pristine tourism spots are closed for the monsoon season. Similan Island, located in Phang Nga Province, is a popular tourist destination known for...

Phuket Polling Stations See Large Crowds of Early Voters

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Phuket — Polling stations in Phuket saw large crowds of early voters despite the heat. The advance voting in Phuket province was marked by a bustling and frenzied atmosphere in the early morning. The Provincial Hall,...

Australian Woman in Krabi Helps Save Three People From Fire By Calling For Help

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Krabi – An Australian woman helped to alert local fire fighters and rescue workers after she saw a fire break out at a Krabi tour company. As a result of her actions, three people survived the...

Phuket Official General Election Results Announced

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Phuket - The Thai Election Commission (EC) officially released the general election results for Phuket on Thursday (May 25th). Our previous story: The Move Forward Party have taken all three seats in three constituencies in Phuket in Thailand’s...

Motorbike Rider Dies after Crashing into a Luxury Sedan in Thalang, Phuket

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Thalang- A motorcycle rider was pronounced dead at the scene after he crashed his motorbike into a luxury sedan in the Thalang district. Emergency responders were notified of the accident after midnight (June 2nd) in the...

Phuket Bids for 2028 Expo: Life, Harmony, Sustainability

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PRESS RELEASE: PHUKET - Phuket is vying for the opportunity to host the Specialized Expo in 2028, emphasizing its theme of life, harmony, and sustainable development, while positioning itself against international contenders. The island province of...

Two People Dead After Truck Slams into Pickup on Patong Hill – VIDEO

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Patong – Two people were pronounced dead after a truck slammed into a pickup on Patong hill this afternoon. The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that they were notified of the accident at a curve...

Two Chinese Nationals Arrested at Phuket Airport for Illegally Working

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Phuket – Two Chinese nationals were arrested at Phuket International Airport for illegally working in Thailand. The Immigration Office at the Phuket International Airport told the Phuket Express that this week they have arrested two Chinese...
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