Tourism

Call for more state support for green tourism

Southern Thailand's tourism industry is urging the government to boost incentives for sustainable travel, following Phuket's hosting of an international conference aimed at establishing the region as a global leader in green tourism.

24 Apr The Phuket News

BANGKOK: Southern tourism operators are calling for more government support and incentives for the green transition, as Phuket recently hosted an international sustainable tourism conference in a bid to create global recognition in this sector.

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National

Thai refineries squeezed by diesel price controls

Thailand's oil refineries are struggling with tightening margins as government diesel price controls drive up financial losses and squeeze profitability across the sector.

24 Apr The Phuket News

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Regional

Foreign tourists steal guitar from parked motorbike in Karon

Two foreign tourists were captured on CCTV stealing a guitar from a parked motorcycle in Karon early yesterday morning, with the owner seeking help identifying the suspects through social media.

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Police

Phuket linked to major nominee firm as Krabi raid exposes 500-company network

Police raided a Krabi accounting firm operating as a front for over 500 companies, revealing connections to a major illegal nominee network that extends across southern Thailand including Phuket.

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Regional

Tri Trang Beach cleared after wastewater complaints

Phuket authorities cleared Tri Trang Beach in Patong after inspecting the water and finding it clean, debunking viral images showing murky conditions from a previous incident.

24 Apr The Phuket News

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Regional

Fire breaks out at Kathu rented room

A fire destroyed electrical appliances and belongings in a rented Kathu room on April 24 while the tenant was away making merit at a temple.

24 Apr The Phuket News

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Police

Phuket woman found dead in Nakhon Sri Thammarat hotel, suspect sought

A 31-year-old Phuket woman was discovered dead in a Nakhon Sri Thammarat hotel room, and police are searching for a suspect who reportedly fled the scene.

23 Apr The Phuket News

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National

Government co-payment share to rise to 60%

The government's upcoming co-payment stimulus will increase its contribution to 60% of approved consumer spending, up from previous levels, with citizens covering the remaining 40%.

23 Apr The Phuket News

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Regional

Phuket Confronts Mounting Waste Crisis, Launches Integrated Management Plan

Phuket is tackling a waste crisis as daily refuse volumes exceed 1,000 tons, driven by tourism and urban growth, prompting officials to launch an integrated management plan to protect the island's environment and reputation.

23 Apr The Phuket Express

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Regional

Senate Advisor Urges Urgent Action on Phuket’s Mounting Waste Crisis

A Senate advisor warns that Phuket's worsening waste crisis threatens the island's environment and tourism industry, calling for immediate government action across the province.

22 Apr The Phuket Express

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Tourism

Ready Or Not, Here Comes the horror hit sequel

The 2019 horror film Ready Or Not exceeded expectations with its blend of thrills, action, gore, and dark humor, earning widespread fan praise.

22 Apr The Phuket News Life

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