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The Public Health Ministry has opened an emergency operations centre (EOC) and ordered an investigation after more than 100 people across three districts in Phuket fell sick from an unidentified pathogen which left many suffering from severe diarrhoea.

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Move Forward leader backs major 2028 expo bid

PHUKET: Prime ministerial candidate Pita Limjaroenrat has vowed his government will support Phuket in hosting the Specialised Expo 2028.

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Russian man shot in Phuket

A man suspected of shooting and injuring a Russian man in a gun attack in Phuket on Wednesday has been arrested, police said.

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Kazakh man nabbed for shooting Russian

PHUKET: A Kazakh man suspected of shooting and injuring a Russian man in a gun attack in Thalang district on Wednesday has been arrested, police said.

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Phuket hits last lap in bid for Expo 2028

Many Thais are crossing their fingers in the hope that Phuket is selected to host the Specialised Expo 2028, as the final presentation and vote draws near.

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New road linking Phuket, Phangnga now complete

The Department of Rural Roads (DRR) announced the completion of the Na Klang-Ao Jik road linking Phuket and Phangnga, which will support local tourism and cross-provincial transport.

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Sea critters to teach conservation at Jungceylon Phuket

To promote environmental conservation and raise awareness about the impact of plastic among the people of Phuket and tourists, Jungceylon Patong in Phuket is holding "Solutions To Plastic Pollution", an extraordinary upcycled art exhibition at the Garden Zone, until June 30.

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Russian tourists top Phuket's 6 million visitor list

Phuket welcomed more than 6 million international tourists during the first five months of the year, with Russians the biggest group among them.

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Phuket curbs visa overstays

Phuket's acclaimed crime-free project has proved successful, with over 1,000 foreigners caught overstaying their visas.

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Former Canadian soldier extradited to Thailand over gang killing

Canadian national Matthew Dupre has been successfully extradited to Thailand in connection with the killing last year of a criminal gang member, Thai authorities said on Monday, after the former soldier arrived in Bangkok on a special air force flight.

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Accused Jimi 'Slice' killer extradited from Canada

Alleged contract killer Matthew Dupre, wanted for the shooting of Canadian gangster Jimi Sandhu in Phuket on Feb 4, 2022, has been quietly extradited to Thailand to face a murder charge.

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Russian man drowns off Phuket's Patong beach

PHUKET: A Russian man drowned while swimming in the sea off Patong beach on Saturday morning.

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Foreigners seeking luxury homes

Foreign interest in purchasing luxury residences in Thailand, including condominiums, houses and villas in prime locations, has surged since the return of international tourists in the second half of 2022, according to property consultancy CBRE.

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6 of the best Thailand holiday destinations for luxury retreats and budget breaks

Experience the ‘Land of Smiles’ in all its authentic glory, from jungle rafts to cosmopolitan hotels

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Phuket Marathon in June

Local runners are invited to join around 8,000 competitors from 40 countries in the 2023 Supersports Laguna Phuket Marathon on June 10 and 11.

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6 hurt in Chalong Bay boat accident

Six people, comprising four Russians and two Thais, were in critical condition after their boat, carrying 37 passengers, hit a channel marker in Chalong Bay in Phuket on Wednesday evening.

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Six still critical after Phuket boat accident

Six people — four Russians and two Thais — remain in critical but stable condition after a boat carrying 37 people hit a channel marker in Chalong Bay in Phuket on Wednesday evening.

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35 hurt in Phuket speedboat crash

Thirty-five people, mostly Russian tourists, were injured after their speedboat crashed in Chalong Bay in Phuket on Wednesday evening.

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Best family holiday destinations for 2024 that kids of all ages will love

Go worldwide with the family this year with these child-friendly trips

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Operators express hope post-election

Chiang Mai and Phuket tourism operators hope the new government led by the Move Forward Party (MFP) can solve the PM2.5 dust crisis, work to decentralise power, and allocate budget for regional development and restoring tourism competitiveness.

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Phuket banking on administrative reform

Phuket tourism operators hope the right to vote for their own provincial governor will help solve prolonged local issues as the island still needs tailor-made policies to address specific problems, such as the taxi mafia.

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Body of missing Russian found floating off Phuket

PHUKET: The body of a Russian man who went missing after being swept into the sea by strong waves at the famous Cape Promthep in Muang district on Friday has been found floating in the sea off Kathu district on Sunday.

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Three Russians rescued, one missing at sea in Phuket

Three Russian tourists were rescued and one went missing after being swept into the sea by strong waves at the famous Cape Promthep in Phuket on Friday.

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Why buying cannabis in Thailand might get tougher after election

The days of easily buying marijuana on the streets of Bangkok or Phuket may soon be over.

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Thailand elections: young people want radical change in a country they say is stagnating

An end to military service and the lese majesty laws are among the priorities for many young voters ahead of Sunday’s election

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