Former Phuket judge removed over gross misconduct
A former Phuket judge was dismissed from government service for serious disciplinary misconduct while facing a corruption case linked to disputed land dealings.
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Thai Marine Phuket withdraws cases against Sondhi after apology, vows to pursue Sai Scott case
Thai Marine says it dropped criminal and civil cases against Sondhi Limthongkul after a formal apology, but will continue its defamation case against Sai Samut.
More than 1,500 weight-loss pens worth B5.5 million seized in Wichit
Police and public health officials seized more than 1,500 weight-loss pens and related products from a condominium unit in Wichit, Phuket.
Fire destroys restaurant near Ao Yon beach in Wichit
A fire gutted Zodiad restaurant near Ao Yon beach on 18 September, causing preliminary damage estimated at more than B500,000.
American child sex offence suspect returned to Alabama after Phuket arrest
Lance Michael Beck was arrested in Phuket on August 29 after US authorities sought help locating him. He now faces five charges in Alabama and is being held without bail.
Fire destroys Zodiac Bar & Clubhouse in Wichit
A fire engulfed Zodiac Bar & Clubhouse in Wichit, Phuket, causing more than B500,000 in damage. No injuries were reported.
Government spokesperson urges Phuket MP to clarify alleged nominee property case
A Thai government spokesperson urged People's Party MP Somchat Techathaworncharoen to respond to a Department of Special Investigation case involving alleged nominee ownership of property and condominiums in Phuket.
Labour Minister targets Phuket workforce needs
Labour Minister Julaphan met Phuket officials, businesses and agencies to identify workforce problems and develop labour policies aligned with the province’s changing economy.
Thailand investigates more than 11,000 suspected nominee firms in land probe
More than 11,000 companies are under investigation over suspected nominee arrangements for foreign investors, with land linked to the firms valued at B85 billion.
Foreign tourist arrested in Phuket after hotel disturbance over visa overstay
A foreign tourist was arrested in Phuket after police responding to a hotel disturbance found he had overstayed his permitted stay in Thailand.
Indonesian fire haze reaches Phuket and southern Thailand
Haze from fires in Indonesia has reached southern Thailand, with PM2.5 in Hat Yai exceeding the government’s safe threshold and smog reported across parts of the city.