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Smart Bus issues apology after Ambulance obstruction
Smart Bus issues apology after Ambulance obstruction
PHUKET: The Phuket Smart Bus Company issued an official apology today (Nov 11) after one of its drivers was found guilty of obstructing an emergency vehicle on the road.
Island-wide CCTV proposed as part of Smart City project
Island-wide CCTV proposed as part of Smart City project
PHUKET: Island-wide closed-circuit television (CCTV) could well become a realisation as part of the Phuket Smart City project, officials announced yesterday (Nov 10).
Phuket to host weightlifting World Cup
Phuket to host weightlifting World Cup
WEIGHLIFTING: Phuket has been confirmed to host the International Weighlifting Federation (IWF) World Cup next year, which offers a final qualification route for athletes to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France.
Phuket welcomes first visa-free visitors from India
Phuket welcomes first visa-free visitors from India
PHUKET: The island welcomed the first visitors from India under the new visa-free travel policy yesterday (Nov 10), as two flights from the country touched down at Phuket International Airport.
More magic mushrooms seized in Patong
More magic mushrooms seized in Patong
PHUKET: Patong Police continue their campaign against the illegal sale of mushrooms in the tourism town with the arrest of one more suspect caught selling ‘magic mushrooms’ on Bangla Rd.
Koh Maphrao residents want a bridge
Koh Maphrao residents want a bridge
PHUKET: Local residents on Koh Maphrao have formally requested the Department of Rural Roads to build a bridge to connect the small idyllic isle to Phuket. So far, without a bridge, the island, off Phuket’s east coast, has remained unmolested by rampant commercial construction.
Phuket’s massive Bang Tao property surge set to reset destination
Phuket’s massive Bang Tao property surge set to reset destination
PHUKET: Phuket’s once-quiet beachside west coast community of Bang Tao is experiencing an unparalleled surge in real estate development. According to new research from C9 Hotelworks, there are currently 7,842 condominium units. Added to the supply influx are just over 2,400 upscale and luxury homes, which equate to a pipeline of more than 10,000 residential units in the market.
Phuket health office rolls out HPV vaccinations
Phuket health office rolls out HPV vaccinations
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) has launched its part in the national campaign to vaccinate 1 million young women against human papillomavirus (HPV) within 100 days.
Phuket opens labour assistance office for those impacted by Israel conflict
Phuket opens labour assistance office for those impacted by Israel conflict
PHUKET: Phuket officials have set up a ‘Labour Assistance Center’ to help Thai workers returning from Israel seeking assistance in gaining an income, and employment.
Local marine tour operators network at football event
Local marine tour operators network at football event
FOOTBALL: An initiative using the power of sports geared to promote connectivity between members of the local marine industry took place on Wednesday (Nov 8).
Phuket airport arrests: American caught on overstay, illegal Krabi tour guide nabbed
Phuket airport arrests: American caught on overstay, illegal Krabi tour guide nabbed
PHUKET: Immigration officers at Phuket International Airport have reported two more foreigners arrested, one for overstay and the other for working illegally as a tour guide.
Construction on Surin Beach ‘Glass Terrace’ underway
Construction on Surin Beach ‘Glass Terrace’ underway
PHUKET: An official ceremony was held earlier today (Nov 9) to mark the beginning of construction on the “Glass Terrace” at Surin Beach.
Boat tour spots whale off Phuket
Boat tour spots whale off Phuket
PHUKET: Tourists on a local boat tour near ​​the Racha Islands south of Phuket yesterday (Nov 8) were treated to a rare sighting of a whale in local waters.
New Phuket Vice Governor arrives, put to work
New Phuket Vice Governor arrives, put to work
PHUKET: Sattha Thongkham arrived on the island with his wife and daughter yesterday (Nov 8) as he presented himself for his new role as Vice Governor of Phuket.
Patong Carnival set for ‘happy’ return
Patong Carnival set for ‘happy’ return
PHUKET: The annual Patong Carnival held to mark the official start of the tourism high season will return from Dec 8-10 with EDM dance parties, live concerts and a host of other entertaining events under the theme ‘Time of Happiness’.
Registration open for Kathu half marathon
Registration open for Kathu half marathon
MARATHON: Organisers have confirmed that this year’s hugely popular Kathu Half Marathon is scheduled to take place on Sunday, Dec 10.
Phuket airport moves to fix leaky roof
Phuket airport moves to fix leaky roof
PHUKET: Airports of Thailand (AoT Phuket), which operates Phuket International Airport, has apologised for a leaky roof affecting the arrivals hall at the domestic terminal. The airport has also cautioned people using the terminal to be aware of the area marked off as slippery, as people have slipped and fell on the wet surface.
Patong police continue hunt for magic mushrooms
Patong police continue hunt for magic mushrooms
PHUKET: Patong Police have continued their campaign against the illegal sale of mushrooms in the tourism town with the arrest of yet two more people caught selling ‘magic mushrooms’ on Bangla Rd.
Phuket athletes ready for national qualifiers
Phuket athletes ready for national qualifiers
ALL SPORTS: A ceremony overseen by Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat was held yesterday (Nov 7) to extend best wishes to local athletes heading to the regional heats of the National Youth Games and the “100 Islands Games” in Surat Thai.
Phuket moves to have ‘seven-coloured lobster’ recognised as GI product
Phuket moves to have ‘seven-coloured lobster’ recognised as GI product
PHUKET: Larvae of 700,000 Phuket ‘seven-coloured lobster’ and over 500,000 black tiger shrimp were released off Phuket yesterday (Nov 7) to help replenish aquaculture stocks as officials move to have ‘seven-coloured lobster’ officially recognised as a Phuket ‘Geographical Indication’ (GI) product.