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Construction of new Phuket Islamic Ethics Training Center begins
Construction of new Phuket Islamic Ethics Training Center begins
PHUKET: The blessing ceremony to begin construction of a B56 million Islamic Ethics Training Center at the northern end of Phuket was held yesterday (Dec 12), completing a rite that allows construction to begin at the site, next to Thalang Technical College on the main road leading to the airport.
Over 1,000 people take on the Thanyapura Trail Run
Over 1,000 people take on the Thanyapura Trail Run
TRAIL RUNNING: Yesterday (Dec 12) saw over 1,000 people take part in the “OR Thanyapura Trail Run 2021”, an event organised by public and private sector bodies to welcome the high-season and encourage sports tourism on the island.
Phuket marks 62 new COVID cases, one new death
Phuket marks 62 new COVID cases, one new death
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 62 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Dec 12), bringing the total number of people recognised as infected with COVID-19 in Phuket since Apr 3 was reported to 18,710.
Phuket pioneer Alan Cooke passes away
Phuket pioneer Alan Cooke passes away
PHUKET: Alan Cooke, who served as the British Honorary Consul in Phuket from 2001 to 2008, for which he was awarded an MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) personally received from HM Queen Elizabeth II, has passed away.
New road to connect Pa Khlok and Srisoonthorn
New road to connect Pa Khlok and Srisoonthorn
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (PPAO, or OrBorJor) has officially launched a new road between Na Nuea and Khuan Ta Taen to help people travelling from Pa Khlok to Srisoonthorn and back.
Phuket Opinion: A sporting chance
Phuket Opinion: A sporting chance
PHUKET: The recent opening of the Kathu Municipal Stadium, a brand-new football field with world-class running track located in the heart of a residential area, marks a positive milestone for Phuket. The facility highlights an aspect that has long been missing from the island all through the attempts to lure people back to the island.
Phuket marks 56 new COVID cases, one new death
Phuket marks 56 new COVID cases, one new death
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 56 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Dec 11).
Food festival offensive launched to boost Phuket economy
Food festival offensive launched to boost Phuket economy
PHUKET: Tourism officials have launched a slew of food festivals to be held in Phuket throughout December in the hope of boosting domestic travel to the island to help the island’s economy.
Vachira Phuket Hospital ramps up Pfizer rollout for kids, and as booster jab
Vachira Phuket Hospital ramps up Pfizer rollout for kids, and as booster jab
PHUKET: Vachira Phuket Hospital, the main government hospital on the island, is calling for children aged 12 or older as well as people seeking a Pfizer jab as their third-dose “booster” injection to register to receive the vaccination injections next week.
Phuket marks 64 new COVID cases, no new deaths
Phuket marks 64 new COVID cases, no new deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 64 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Dec 10).
Phuket gems fair hoped to generate B150mn
Phuket gems fair hoped to generate B150mn
PHUKET: A gems and jewellery fair being held in Phuket until Sunday (Dec 12) is hoped to generate B150 million in sales to help boost the island’s economy.
Thongchai tied second going into final round of Q-School
Thongchai tied second going into final round of Q-School
GOLF: Thailand’s Thongchai Jaidee fired a blistering 8-under 63 to jump into tied second place following the third round of the PGA TOUR Champions Qualifying Tournament (Final Stage) at TPC Tampa yesterday (Dec 9).
Phuket named least corrupt province in the country
Phuket named least corrupt province in the country
PHUKET: Phuket has been named the least corrupt province in the country in a national annual assessment of government agencies by the National anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
29 Phuket, Phang Nga venues listed in The Michelin Guide Thailand 2022
29 Phuket, Phang Nga venues listed in The Michelin Guide Thailand 2022
PHUKET: The Michelin Guide Thailand has revealed that 29 dining venues and eateries in Phuket and Phang Nga have been included in its list of Bib Gourmand eateries for 2022.
Laguna hosts beach volleyball triple-header
Laguna hosts beach volleyball triple-header
VOLLEYBALL: Laguna Phuket is celebrating the return of international events and sports tourism as three major beach volleyball championships are held at the venue.
Long weekend hoped to generate in B5.72bn in domestic tourism
Long weekend hoped to generate in B5.72bn in domestic tourism
BANGKOK: A survey by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) indicates that local tourists will generate B5.72 billion this holiday long weekend.
Phuket marks 68 new COVID cases, no new deaths
Phuket marks 68 new COVID cases, no new deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 68 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Dec 9) bringing the total number of people recognised as infected with COVID-19 in Phuket since Apr 3 to 18,519.
Patong Hospital offering free walk-in Moderna booster jabs
Patong Hospital offering free walk-in Moderna booster jabs
PHUKET: Patong Hospital is offering free walk-in booster jabs of the Moderna vaccine until the end of December.
Phuket to host powerboat, real jet-ski races
Phuket to host powerboat, real jet-ski races
PHUKET: The Phuket Thailand Power Boat 2021 competition, with high-speed powerboat and jet-ski races, will be held at Karon Beach on Dec 18-19.
No Omicron in Phuket, assure officials
No Omicron in Phuket, assure officials
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration Chief Col Thanet Sukchai and Phuket Vice Governor Pichet Panapong have both assured that the Omicron variant of COVID-19 has not yet been found in Phuket, and that all of the tourist arrivals from Africa still on the island have tested negative for the virus.