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Electricity outages to affect parts of Kamala, Karon
Electricity outages to affect parts of Kamala, Karon
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Karon on Wednesday (Nov 11) and Kamala on Thursday (Nov 12) as work is carried out on installing new high-voltage cables.
Worldwide COVID cases top 50 million
Worldwide COVID cases top 50 million
WORLD: The global tally of people infected by the coronavirus shot past 50 million today (Nov 9), as United States President-elect Joe Biden geared up to name the scientists who will lead the country’s response to its disastrous outbreak.
Thai, American friends of Indian COVID patient found in Patong; now in care, awaiting tests
Thai, American friends of Indian COVID patient found in Patong; now in care, awaiting tests
PHUKET: Dr Thanit Sermkaew, chief of the Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) has confirmed that the Thai and American friends of the Indian man now confirmed as infected with COVID-19 have been located and removed from contact with the general population in Phuket.
DDC releases timeline of Indian COVID patient’s movements
DDC releases timeline of Indian COVID patient’s movements
PHUKET: The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has released a timeline of where an Indian man now confirmed as infected with COVID-19 traveled from Oct 28 to Nov 6, which included Phi Phi Island and Patong in Phuket, as well as taking flights and staying at a hotel in Chiang Mai.
Five injured in Phang Nga tourist speedboat fire
Five injured in Phang Nga tourist speedboat fire
PHUKET: Three crewmen injured in a tourist speedboat explosion and fire in Phang Nga yesterday (Nov 8) are now recovering at Vachira Phuket Hospital in Phuket Town.
World leaders congratulate Biden and Harris
World leaders congratulate Biden and Harris
WORLD: Leaders around the world have rushed to congratulate US president-elect Joe Biden, with many expressing hopes of cooperation in facing future challenges following four volatile years of diplomacy with Donald Trump.
Lagoon Saloon Phuket
Lagoon Saloon Phuket
The Lagoon Saloon Phuket (the LSP) is Boat Lagoon’s newest night-time venue and caters for all private parties either personal or business related. Treat your family, friends or colleagues to a great night out to finish off 2020 in style! Visit the Lagoon Saloon Phuket’s Facebook page to see photos of recent events and get in touch! A variety of party packages are available depending upon your requirement.
City, Liverpool share spoils, Kane joins 150 club, Arsenal thrashed
City, Liverpool share spoils, Kane joins 150 club, Arsenal thrashed
FOOTBALL: Kevin De Bruyne missed a penalty as Manchester City squandered the chance to close the gap on Liverpool yesterday (Nov 8) while Tottenham’s Harry Kane celebrated joining the Premier League’s 150 club and North London rivals Arsenal were soundly beaten at home by Aston Villa.
ALADDIN A Christmas Panto
ALADDIN A Christmas Panto
Laughter and fun for all ages! Full Production with amazing Actors from Theatrix. Spellbound sets from the Underwood Art Factory. Get into the Christmas Spirit! Tickets from B500 Child B900 Adult Contact: 0898742942 or email; chantal.fernandes@gmail.com 6pm Doors open. Food and drinks available from The Grind Cafe and Carol Singing from the Good Shepherd Phuket Town Students 6.45pm Show starts with 2 Acts & Interval 9.30pm Finish Location: Underwood Art Factory, Bypass Road (just before Ikea)
Biden win forecast to benefit Thailand
Biden win forecast to benefit Thailand
BANGKOK: Observers said Joe Biden’s victory in the United States’ presidential election would have a positive impact on Thailand, noting that ongoing trade tensions with China were likely to cool as the president-elect has vowed to resume constructive dialogue with all strategic partners.
Health officials chasing down Phuket connection over Krabi COVID patient
Health officials chasing down Phuket connection over Krabi COVID patient
BANGKOK: Public health officials are trying to locate two men who came into close contact in Phuket with an Indian man who has now tested positive for COVID-19.
Protesters ‘post’ letters to King after police fire water cannon
Protesters ‘post’ letters to King after police fire water cannon
BANGKOK: Police fired water cannon at anti-government protesters to prevent them from marching to the Royal Household Bureau at the Grand Palace in Bangkok on Sunday (Nov 8).
Biden urges unity in victory speech after beating Trump
Biden urges unity in victory speech after beating Trump
WASHINGTON: Democrat Joe Biden urged unity Saturday and promised “a new day for America” in his first national address since he won the tense US election and ended the historically turbulent and divisive era of Donald Trump.
Khao Sok eyed for Asean Heritage Park status
Khao Sok eyed for Asean Heritage Park status
The stunning Khao Sok National Park north of Phuket is among the national parks being evaluated for being recognised as an Asean Heritage Park.
A Meal with… Mister Wellness
A Meal with… Mister Wellness
Inspiration and optimism may be two elements of ‘normal’ Phuket life which are in short supply right now. While there are positives to the lack of international tourists on the island such as quieter, less dangerous roads, cleaner air, empty beaches and a general pace of life which harks back to a quieter, gentler time, there’s no doubt that many island residents are suffering.
Police out in force at Royal Plaza
Police out in force at Royal Plaza
BANGKOK: Around 15 companies of crowd control police will be deployed at the Royal Plaza and the Bureau of the Royal Household to maintain law and order during today’s rally by anti-government protesters.
Phuket Opinion: Paper thin excuses
Phuket Opinion: Paper thin excuses
PHUKET: It will be interesting to see how the investigation pans out into the international elementary school in Rawai where two foreigners were arrested for working illegally this week. Traditionally, no action is taken against employers in Phuket for illegally hiring foreigners.
Biden wins White House with at least 279 electoral votes, Trump at 214
Biden wins White House with at least 279 electoral votes, Trump at 214
WASHINGTON: Democrat Joe Biden has won the White House, US media organisations said on Saturday, defeating Donald Trump and ending a presidency that convulsed American politics, shocked the world and left the United States more divided than at any time in decades.
Transport Minister ponders electric buses for Phuket, instead of light rail
Transport Minister ponders electric buses for Phuket, instead of light rail
PHUKET: Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob has ordered the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) to investigate the use of an electric bus network instead of developing the planned B35-billion Phuket Light Rail project. The move is hoped to reduce the cost of the project by B10bn so that the project funds can be approved by Cabinet and the project rolled into service by 2023.
Netherlands man, 38, reported as COVID positive in Phuket
Netherlands man, 38, reported as COVID positive in Phuket
PHUKET: The Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has reported that a 38-year-old man from the Netherlands has tested positive for COVID-19 in Phuket.