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Vin Diesel runs deep in ‘Bloodshot’
Vin Diesel runs deep in ‘Bloodshot’
One of the films that was most impacted by the COVID-19 closure of cinemas worldwide has been the new action thriller Bloodshot. The film was expected to be one of the biggest earners at the box office in 2020 but when the cinemas closed only days after it opened its earnings were severely impacted to the point that the film didn’t even make back its budget.
Two new COVID-19 cases in Phuket, total hits 172
Two new COVID-19 cases in Phuket, total hits 172
PHUKET: The Phuket Communicable Disease Committee today (Apr 11) announced two more confirmed cases of people infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Cold water poured on fun at Songkran
Cold water poured on fun at Songkran
BANGKOK: Revellers who gather to splash water in front of their homes for the Songkran festival will face legal action for defying the emergency decree during the coronavirus outbreak, according to the Royal Thai Police yesterday (Apr 10).
PM condemns curfew breakers
PM condemns curfew breakers
BANGKOK; Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Friday (Apr 10) slammed more than 6,500 curfew violators for lacking a social conscience but insisted he will not impose any tougher restrictions as current measures in dealing with COVID-19 over the past 100 days are proving effective.
Soi Dog Foundation distributes over 11 tonnes of food to stray animal feeders across Phuket
Soi Dog Foundation distributes over 11 tonnes of food to stray animal feeders across Phuket
In preparation for an island-wide lockdown from April 13-26, Soi Dog Foundation distributed over 11 tonnes of dog and cat food to stray animal feeders across Phuket on Thursday (Apr 9).
Phuket Governor bans sale of alcohol ‘until further notice’
Phuket Governor bans sale of alcohol ‘until further notice’
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana has ordered a ban on the sale of alcohol in Phuket. The order comes into effect at 00:01am April 11 and will remain in effect until further notice.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket preps for lockdown! 5 hotels exempt from closing? Phuket COVID-19 measures || April 10
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket preps for lockdown! 5 hotels exempt from closing? Phuket COVID-19 measures || April 10
PHUKET XTRA - April 10 || brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Phuket prepares for lockdown |:| 50 new cases in Thailand, Phuket now reaches 170 |:| School term breaks cancelled |:| Recap of Phuket COVID-19 measures Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Mango picker killed by wild elephant
Mango picker killed by wild elephant
THAILAND: A is believed to have been killed by a wild elephant while collecting mangoes in a forest area behind his village in Chachoengsao, Tha Takiab district last night (Apr 9).
50 new national COVID-19 cases, one more death
50 new national COVID-19 cases, one more death
THAILAND: The government today reported 50 new national cases of COVID-19 coronavirus, raising the total to 2,473 over 68 provinces, and one new death, a woman with lupus, increasing the toll to 33.
Phuket confirms nine new COVID-19 cases, total reaches 170
Phuket confirms nine new COVID-19 cases, total reaches 170
PHUKET: The Phuket Communicable Disease Committee (CDC) today (Apr 10) announced nine more confirmed cases of people infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Protecting society’s most vulnerable
Protecting society’s most vulnerable
THAILAND: Aside from medical personnel and other state officials at the forefront of the country’’ fight against the new coronavirus outbreak, there still are small groups of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working behind the scenes reaching out to groups with the least access to state welfare and assistance during the outbreak.
Police warning for ladyboy who derided B5,000 government handout
Police warning for ladyboy who derided B5,000 government handout
PHUKET: A post on social media deriding the B5,000 government handout introduced to assist those most affected by the coronavirus epidemic has landed one individual in hot water with the authorities.
AKA Thailand star Manel Kape is UFC bound
AKA Thailand star Manel Kape is UFC bound
MMA: Phuket based former RIZIN Fighting Federation bantamweight champion Manel Kape is headed to the UFC.
School holidays canned after term delay
School holidays canned after term delay
THAILAND: Two school breaks in October and in April next year will be scrapped due to COVID-19 disruption, according to the Education Ministry.
Asia virus latest: Australia raids cruise ship; Taiwan demands WHO apology
Asia virus latest: Australia raids cruise ship; Taiwan demands WHO apology
WORLD: As global cases of infection hit 1.6 million and over 95,000 deaths are confirmed, here are the latest developments in Asia related to the novel coronavirus pandemic:
Bangkok alcohol ban set to last 10 days
Bangkok alcohol ban set to last 10 days
THAILAND: City Hall has banned the sale of alcohol in the capital for 10 days starting today (Apr 10) in the latest bid to prevent social gatherings that could spread the highly-contagious coronavirus.
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Phuket people asked to prepare for ‘Tambon Lockdown’
Phuket people asked to prepare for ‘Tambon Lockdown’
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavitpatana has issued an order for all subdistricts on the island to come under “lockdown”, with no non-essential travel beyond subdistrict borders permitted, starting next Monday (Apr 13), Songkran Day.
Five suspects arrested in Srisoonthorn drug and gun raid
Five suspects arrested in Srisoonthorn drug and gun raid
PHUKET: Thalang Police have announced the arrests of five suspects for drug offences and illegal possession of firearms in Srisoonthorn.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Automatic visa extensions! Phuket 2nd most cases in Thailand! Officials donate salaries? || April 9
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Automatic visa extensions! Phuket 2nd most cases in Thailand! Officials donate salaries? || April 9
PHUKET XTRA - April 9 || brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Automatic visa extensions in effect! |:| Phuket has 2nd most cases in Thailand |:| About 1,000 curfew breakers per night nationwide |:| Phuket resort owner charged |:| Officials donate full salaries |:| Booze bans around Thailand Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket