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BANGKOK: A police investigation is under way into a group of people accused of violating Section 112 of the Criminal Code, better known as the lese majeste law, a chief investigator says.

PHOTO ALBUM The final official policy on Phuket’s beaches will be made public to tourists and all stakeholders on October 29 - with the start of the high season just 72 hours away.

Latest A fisherman who ran a red light to try to catch a ferry was killed in a collision at a Phuket City intersection, leaving his four-year-old son crying inconsolably.

Latest Calm has been restored after a surprisingly violent riot rocked Phuket but local leaders are concerned that the last rites for two tragic crash victims could bring another flashpoint.

Latest A young Australian tourist without money for a flight home robs a bank near Bangkok wearing a mask and escapes with plenty of cash but runs down a blind alley in fleeing his pursuers.

Phuket Update Digest The hero who rescued two Norwegians from mud is honored; Broke Aussie tourist tries to rob a bank; Merkel flies to Turkey to stem refugees; Man dies after biting flight passenger.

Around the Region Cambodia attracts Chinese tourists; Seven hikers killed, two burned; Haze blanket covers three Philippines cities; Fires may never be extinguished, says minister; Burma’s black market.

PHUKET: While on holiday in Phuket this coming tourism high season, thousands of tourists will take to the streets to enjoy authentic Thai food from the plethora of street stalls and small restaurants across the island.

PHUKET: Patong authorities seized B4 million of counterfeit goods last night (Oct 18) after a tip-off from US Embassy in Thailand.