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Army Sergeant Major Arrested Over Illicit Kratom on Phuket

Latest Amy sergeant major nabbed over possession of large amount of illicit kratom in Patong. Police also nab second man and confiscate two pickups.

Alcohol sales curb wins nod

Alcoholic drinks may not be sold within 300 metres from a school or educational institution, according to an announcement to take effect soon.

Bangkok voted worlds 6th best tourism city

BANGKOK: Bangkok has been named the sixth best city in the world for visitors by the influential travel publication Travel+Leisure, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

Court orders retesting of evidence

SURAT THANI: The Samui Provincial Court has ordered remaining forensic evidence in the Koh Tao tourist murders case to be sent for re-examination at the Justice Ministrys Central Institute of Forensic Science in line with a defence request.

Pilgrimage to the origin of the ‘River of Kings’ – Pak Nam Po

This week travel the conclusion of Steve trip to the ancient, modern city of Lopburi, and then to the origin of the “Mighty River of Kings”, Nakhon Sawan.

Samui to Phuket Flight Fails to Leave, Passengers Not Told What's Happening

Latest The Bangkok Airways flight from Samui to Phuket was due to take off at 10.30am but well after the noon arrival time, passengers were still waiting without on Samui any information.

CPJ Concerned About Trial of Journalists on Defamation Charges in Thailand

Latest The US-based Committee to Protect Journalists has issued a statement expressing concern at charges brought against two Phuket journalists whose coverage of human trafficking extends back years.

Thailand Must Halt Judicial Harassment of Human Rights Defenders

A committee of Canadian lawyers who promote human rights and the rule of law has called on the Thai government to drop charges being pursued against Phuket journalists Chutima Sidasathian and Alan Morison.

Phuket WATCH Huge Coffee Shop Bill; Ash Shuts Bali, Strands Hundreds; Movie Star Dies at 83

Phuket Updating Digest The owner of a sunken cargo vessel has to pay costs off Phuket; China boasts of Uighurs’ return; Ash cloud shuts Bali airports; German rampage, two dead; Federer, Djokovic in final.

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