Phuket Latest News

Thailand to host Fed Cup

TENNIS: Thailand will host the Fed Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tournament next month, organisers said on Tuesday (Jan 19).

Lone Arab woman takes the reins to tame horses on the Golan

ISRAEL: The grey horse rears its head, rocking left and right, kicking its legs wildly. Sensing danger, Raja Kheir throws herself off and rolls on the ground.

Security ramped up at Phuket piers

PHUKET: In an effort to ramp up security on the island, all passengers arriving or leaving via one of the island’s piers must show have their passport or ID card recorded via CCTV Phuket Governor has announced.

Thai marathoners earn Rio Games tickets

ATHLETICS: Thailand’s Jane Vongvorachoti and Natthaya Thanaronnawat both qualified for the 2016 Olympics after posting impressive results at last Sunday’s (Jan 17) Houston Marathon.

Chinese pensioners keep historic opera alive

CHINA: White make-up covering their aged faces, Chinese performers – all aged over 50 – don richly-coloured robes and false beards to belt out tunes passed down for more than two centuries.

Phuket security guard found dead in watch box

PHUKET: A Phuket security guard was found dead inside his watch box this morning (Jan 22), police have yet to confirm the cause of his death.

PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO - Judge meltdown, jet ski scam, Russian Ruble, tourist guides

PHUKET XTRA - January 22 BKK Judge has a massive meltdown, Russian Ruble tanks, more dodgy tourist guides arrested and Phuket yacht still on the rocks.

Exclusive: Phuket peels back the success of Thai pop rock band Potato

The melodic sounds of Thai pop rock band Potato have been gracing music channels across the Kingdom for over a decade. In fact, since their 2001 debut album, the band has steadily become one of the most loved in Thai pop rock, right up there with the likes of Clash, Big Ass and Bodyslam.

Soak in the sunset with refreshing tapas, drinks and dinner at Patong Beach Club

Patong Beach Club is the latest addition to the Patong dining and nightlife scene, with drinks that keep you loose and a menu that screams “Royal Thai”.

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