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Phuket dispersal raises fear
Phuket dispersal raises fear
BANGKOK: The mass exodus of people exiting Phuket has renewed fears of a resurgence of COVID-19 infections after four new infections were found on the island on Sunday (May 10), prompting the government to ramp up disease control measures to screen returnees heading to their homes from the island province.
Government launches nationwide poll over COVID-19 restrictions
Government launches nationwide poll over COVID-19 restrictions
PHUKET: The national government has launched a major nationwide poll asking people critical questions as to whether they think the measures implemented so far to prevent the spread of COVD-19 have been appropriate, whether their provinces should be “opened up” even more, and even how many new confirmed cases do the people find acceptable.
Lockdown online movie launches sounds alarm for cinemas
Lockdown online movie launches sounds alarm for cinemas
For film lovers around the globe the past seven weeks have been a very strange time. Right around the world the projectors are not rolling and the cinemas are in darkness. Mind you it has been even stranger for cinema owners and distributors as well.
Four new COVID cases, Phuket total hits 224
Four new COVID cases, Phuket total hits 224
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Health Office (PPHO) today (May 10) reported four new cases of people infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus, after seven days of reporting no new cases.
The Culinary Detective: Phuket chefs maintain regimen of healthy eating, exercise during lockdown
The Culinary Detective: Phuket chefs maintain regimen of healthy eating, exercise during lockdown
Many years ago, I began my working life as a lowly apprentice at the Savoy in London and just occasionally I reflect, that whilst great memories, these were probably some of the hardest days of my life.
Phuket Opinion: Far from over
Phuket Opinion: Far from over
PHUKET: Phuket Chamber of Commerce President Thanusak Pungdet scored three bullseyes with his manifesto of what Phuket needs, and fast, delivered at Phuket Provincial Hall this week.
Phuket Commerce president calls for urgent action to provide jobs, income for the hungry
Phuket Commerce president calls for urgent action to provide jobs, income for the hungry
PHUKET: Phuket Chamber of Commerce President has appealed to the government in Bangkok to take urgent steps to counter the impact of unemployment on the island due to the COVID-19 outbreak and revitalize the island’s economy to become self-sufficient again.
Play ball! Taiwan baseball fans return to the stands
Play ball! Taiwan baseball fans return to the stands
BASEBALL: Taiwanese baseball fans were allowed to cheer their teams at live stadium games yesterday (May 9), after the island kept coronavirus infections down and its professional sports leagues running despite the pandemic.
Phuket marks week without new confirmed COVID cases
Phuket marks week without new confirmed COVID cases
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Health Office (PPHO) today (May 9) reported zero new cases of people infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus, marking seven days with no new confirmed cases reported on the island.
Curfew arrests in Phuket keep climbing
Curfew arrests in Phuket keep climbing
PHUKET: The number of people arrested for breaking the national nightly curfew from 10pm to 4am each night continue to climb, with 59 people arrested on Thursday night through Friday morning (May 7-8), bringing the total number of people arrested in Phuket for breaking the curfew since Apr 3 to 1,128.
China supports WHO-led review of global pandemic response
China supports WHO-led review of global pandemic response
WORLD: China said yesterday (May 8) it supports a World Health Organization (WHO) led review into the global response to the coronavirus outbreak, but only “after the pandemic is over”.
UFC returns after seven-week sporting shut-down
UFC returns after seven-week sporting shut-down
MMA: Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) chief Dana White’s determination to drag the mixed martial arts series out of coronavirus quarantine culminates today (May 9) in UFC 249.
Anutin proposes China, Korea be removed from dangerous disease zone list
Anutin proposes China, Korea be removed from dangerous disease zone list
THAILAND: The health minister has proposed China and South Korea be removed from the government’s list of dangerous disease zones, but visitors from there would still be subject to strict health controls.
Hotels seek end to 14-day quarantine for arrivals from ‘COVID clear’ countries
Hotels seek end to 14-day quarantine for arrivals from ‘COVID clear’ countries
BANGKOK: The Thai Hotels Association (THA) has urged Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to lift the 14-day quarantine for visitors from countries that successfully contain the virus spread and also wants a tax deduction for hotels that invest to meet new hygiene standards.
Second wave a worry, warn advisers
Second wave a worry, warn advisers
BANGKOK: The nation must be ready to cope with a possible resurgence in COVID-19 cases if lockdown measures are eased, as expected, starting on May 17, the government’s pandemic advisory committee warned on Friday (May 8).
Driving licenses expired during State of Emergency remain valid: Transport deputy
Driving licenses expired during State of Emergency remain valid: Transport deputy
PHUKET: People whose driver’s licences have expired on or after Jan 2 can still use the licence to legally drive, and be covered by state insurance, Department of Land Transport (DLT) deputy director Jirut Wisanjit confirmed yesterday (May 7).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand COVID cases reach 3,000! Phuket beaches to remain closed? || May 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand COVID cases reach 3,000! Phuket beaches to remain closed? || May 8
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Tonnes of rice delivered to sea gypsies in community barter deal
Tonnes of rice delivered to sea gypsies in community barter deal
PHUKET: A total of 3.5 tonnes of rice was handed over five sea gypsy communities in Phuket and a further three tonnes of rice has been dispatched to be delivered by the Royal Thai Navy to sea gypsies on Koh Lipe in Satun province.
Phuket officials report six days of zero new confirmed COVID cases
Phuket officials report six days of zero new confirmed COVID cases
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Health Office (PPHO) today (May 8) reported zero new cases of people infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus. It is the sixth consecutive day that zero new confirmed cases have been reported in Phuket.
F1 chiefs ponder new venues to save virus-hit season
F1 chiefs ponder new venues to save virus-hit season
FORMULA ONE: A series of races at new venues could be staged in an attempt to salvage F1’s coronavirus-hit season, the sport’s chief Chase Carey said yesterday (May 7).