thephuketnews.com media bias and reliability
thephuketnews.com is held by the ratings provider we draw on, and no rater has placed it on the political spectrum. We have seen it on 19 published stories of ours.
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What thephuketnews.com has been covering
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On Tuesday, Americans vote in the 2026 midterms that will decide whether Republicans keep their narrow House majority and Senate seats. Trump faces low approval ratings, a war with Iran and a costly cost‑of‑living squeeze, while polls show 54% of his base would back him even if he loses.
thephuketnews.com reported it asAmericans vote in midterms set to upend Trump presidency (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Polls have opened across the United States for midterm elections, with a potential 'Blue Wave' threatening Republican control of Congress. President Trump made a final campaign address as his approval ratings hover near a record low.
thephuketnews.com reported it asAmericans vote in midterms set to upend Trump presidency (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Democrats hope midterm elections will curb President Trump's power, but Canadians may be disappointed as bilateral tensions are likely to remain. Experts point to persistent protectionist policies and potential presidential unpredictability as reasons for continued strain.
thephuketnews.com reported it asAmericans vote in midterms set to upend Trump presidency (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Donald Trump has acknowledged that the war with Iran, alongside the cost of living, played a role in the Republican Party's defeat in the midterm elections. The conflict's financial toll was also noted.
thephuketnews.com reported it asAmericans vote in midterms set to upend Trump presidency (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Leaders from the IMF and World Bank met in Bangkok to discuss the economic implications of artificial intelligence. Kristalina Georgieva stated AI infrastructure investment is supporting global growth, while Ajay Banga highlighted potential job creation in developing nations. The IMF also issued a warning about rising global debt.
thephuketnews.com reported it asThailand benefits from AI investment boom, IMF chief says (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Thailand is set to host the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok from October 12-18, expecting over 15,000 participants. The event is projected to boost the Thai economy, with authorities implementing traffic management measures.
thephuketnews.com reported it asFlood victims turning to loan sharks (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump stated he spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about an incident on a Flydubai flight. Trump recounted that the co-pilot may have been a terrorist or insane and stabbed the pilot, and that an Israeli plumber intervened to steady the aircraft.
thephuketnews.com reported it asTrump vows to hit Iran ‘very hard’ if linked to flydubai attack (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump has suggested Iran may be linked to the co-pilot involved in an incident on a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv. The co-pilot attacked the captain, causing the plane to descend sharply before passengers subdued him. The aircraft made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Trump warned of severe retaliation against Iran if involvement is proven.
thephuketnews.com reported it asTrump vows to hit Iran ‘very hard’ if linked to flydubai attack (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced he will use his UN General Assembly speech to "tell the truth" about New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Netanyahu accused Mamdani of supporting Hamas and inciting violence against Jews, while Mamdani has called Netanyahu a "war criminal" and "architect of a horrific genocide."
thephuketnews.com reported it asIsrael’s Netanyahu expected to denounce enemies, allies with UN spotlight (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Russian spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that a trilateral summit of Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping could be held on the sidelines of the APEC meeting in Shenzhen on 18‑19 November 2026. The idea was discussed during a phone call on 8 September, but no outlet confirmed Trump’s attendance.
thephuketnews.com reported it asPutin, Trump discussed idea of trilateral summit with Xi, says Kremlin (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Russia resumed drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, including the capital Kyiv, after a three-day pause. The strikes killed at least four people and injured 83 across the country, according to Ukrainian officials.
thephuketnews.com reported it asRussia pummels Kyiv after three-day halt (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate said its Active Operations Department struck a Russian Su‑24 in temporarily occupied Crimea on the night of 7 September. Video shows tail number 49; the extent of damage is still being evaluated.
thephuketnews.com reported it asRussia pummels Kyiv after three-day halt (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 'unprecedented economic warfare and isolation' on Iran, warning that any country enabling financial or governmental aid to Tehran would face 'tremendous economic consequences'. Reports vary on whether specific measures or targets were named, with China identified as Iran’s largest oil buyer.
thephuketnews.com reported it asOil falls as Trump pledges economic war on Iran (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Oil prices declined as investors anticipated the announcement of new US sanctions against Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to reveal the measures, which Iran has dismissed. Asian stock markets remained flat.
thephuketnews.com reported it asOil falls as Trump pledges economic war on Iran (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Donald Trump announced new economic measures against Iran, warning any country providing financial or logistical support would face 'tremendous economic consequences'. The move follows stalled negotiations between Washington and Tehran, with Trump claiming Iran had rejected a deal.
thephuketnews.com reported it asOil falls as Trump pledges economic war on Iran (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Trump announces potential new Iran sanctions and declares Strait of Hormuz blockade effective
Trust 42Donald Trump said the US could impose further sanctions on Iran, described a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as '100% successful', and argued that increased US oil production had reduced global reliance on the waterway. Oil prices, he said, had not spiked as feared and remained around $84 to $85 per barrel.
thephuketnews.com reported it asOil falls as Trump pledges economic war on Iran (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Myanmar’s military chief met Thailand’s defence chief in Bangkok on 20 August 2026, his first foreign trip since the 2021 coup. The talks centred on security cooperation along the 2,400km border, as Myanmar’s junta attempts to ease diplomatic isolation following restricted elections earlier this year.
thephuketnews.com reported it asThai, Myanmar military chiefs meet as post-coup thaw progresses (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
US Vice-President JD Vance stated that the primary US goal in the war with Iran is to keep oil and gasoline prices low for Americans, with preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon as the second priority. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of unprecedented economic measures against Tehran, as the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint.
thephuketnews.com reported it asUS says lower oil prices, not Iran’s nuclear program, are now top priority in war (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
Myanmar’s military leader Min Aung Hlaing met Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul in Bangkok for a two-day state visit, his first since assuming civilian leadership. The trip coincided with Aung San Suu Kyi’s rare public appearance, drawing global attention and condemnation from rights groups.
thephuketnews.com reported it asMyanmar keen to boost ties (opens thephuketnews.com in a new tab)
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How reliably it reports fact
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What we have seen ourselves
Counted across the stories this site has published, which is the only denominator a reader can check: every one of them has a page, and every page lists the reports it was written from.
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- Reports listed
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- We could read
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- First seen
- 5 August 2026
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Measured 8 November 2026. Last seen in a coverage list 8 November 2026. Ratings pulled 9 October 2026.
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