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Exposing an encroachers’ paradise
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/04/2026
» A secluded strip of sand cradled by forested hills, Freedom Beach in Phuket has long been prized for its natural beauty — clear waters, dense greenery and a tranquillity cherished by local communities who lived and worked in harmony with the land.
Dec 26 tsunami victims remembered 21 years on
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 27/12/2025
» Phuket, Krabi and Phangnga marked the 21st anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami on Friday with solemn remembrance ceremonies, interfaith prayers and tributes to the thousands who died.
Phuket airport reinforces security with K-9 patrols
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 08/07/2025
» PHUKET - Two police dogs have been deployed at Phuket International Airport as it has beefs up security and prepares for a surge in arrivals for the coming long weekend on the southern tourist island.
Monk kills fellow cleric over alleged bullying in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 29/06/2025
» PHUKET: A Buddhist monk fatally shot a fellow monk at a temple in Muang district of this resort island early Sunday morning, claiming he had suffered prolonged bullying at the hands of the victim.
42 Rohingya migrants detained in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 21/01/2025
» PHUKET - Forty-two Rohingya migrants have been detained after being found in the water off Thalang district of this southern tourist island, more than a month after they set out from Bangladesh.
Missing Chinese swimmer's body found
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 30/07/2024
» PHUKET: The body of a Chinese tourist missing since going swimming at Karon beach on Thursday night was found on rocks near Freedom beach in Muang district on Monday.
Drowned Belgian tourist found on Phuket beach
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 24/06/2024
» PHUKET: A missing Belgian visitor was found dead on a beach on Monday, two days after he disappeared while swimming with his girlfriend.
Asian Pride Alliance to boost LGBTQIA2S+ rights
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 08/06/2024
» The Asian Pride Alliance (APA) initiative has been formed in Phuket to promote gender equality and LGBTQIA2S+ rights in the region.
Alcohol, sunbeds to be banned on Phuket hideaway beach
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 12/02/2024
» PHUKET: Provincial and park authorities will kick off regular joint patrols on Freedom Beach on Tuesday with strict checks on alcoholic drinks part of the mission, an MP on the resort island said on Monday.
Spooked by drownings, Phuket steps up safety curbs
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 05/08/2023
» PHUKET: Local officials remain on high alert after five people, including four foreign tourists, drowned near beaches on this resort island over the past week.