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Phuket tour bus operators’ crisis deepens amid virus fallout
Phuket tour bus operators’ crisis deepens amid virus fallout
PHUKET: More than 1,200 tour buses in Phuket now lay idle as operators and drivers yesterday appealed to the Phuket Governor for assistance as the island struggles with the plunge in international tourist arrivals, mostly those from Mainland China, due to the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus.
Cambodia welcomes liner - Anutin not convinced cruise ship virus-free
Cambodia welcomes liner - Anutin not convinced cruise ship virus-free
WORLD: A cruise ship carrying 1,455 guests and 802 crew that was turned away by Thailand and four other countries on concerns over coronavirus, was finally given permission yesterday (Feb 12) to dock in Cambodia, its operator announced.
Somyot scores a landslide victory
Somyot scores a landslide victory
FOOTBALL: Somyot Poompunmuang secured his second term as president of the Football Association of Thailand (FAT) after a comfortable win in yesterday’s election.
Chinese F1 Grand Prix postponed over coronavirus fears
Chinese F1 Grand Prix postponed over coronavirus fears
PARIS: The Chinese Grand Prix scheduled for April 19 was postponed Wednesday because of the “continued spread” of the deadly coronavirus, motorsport’s governing body FIA announced.
Virus death toll surges as China changes way it counts cases
Virus death toll surges as China changes way it counts cases
WORLD: The number of deaths and new cases from Chinas coronavirus outbreak spiked dramatically today (Feb 13) after authorities changed the way they count infections in a move that will likely fuel speculation that the severity of the outbreak has been under-reported.
B10mn dive tour boat destroyed by fire in Phang Nga
B10mn dive tour boat destroyed by fire in Phang Nga
PHUKET: A liveaboard dive tour boat valued at about B10 million was destroyed by fire while moored just offshore from the Royal Thai Navy base near Thap Lamu in Thai Muang, Phang Nga, early yesterday morning (Feb 11).
New sanitation measures introduced at bus terminals and airport to combat coronavirus
New sanitation measures introduced at bus terminals and airport to combat coronavirus
PHUKET: Local authorities have been instructed to upgrade sanitation efforts on selected public transport in an attempt to contain any possible spread of the coronavirus in Phuket.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Virus screening for cruise tourists! Thousands wash down massacre sites! || February 12
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Virus screening for cruise tourists! Thousands wash down massacre sites! || February 12
PHUKET XTRA - February 12 || brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Prisoner due for release, escapes! |:| Washing the massacre sites |:| Speedboat captains charged! |:| Virus screening for cruise ships coming to Phuket |:| Youth flaunting gun, kills friend Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Officials assure virus screening of thousands of tourists as cruise liners come to Phuket
Officials assure virus screening of thousands of tourists as cruise liners come to Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket Marine Office Director Wiwat Chitchertwong has confirmed that at least 17 cruise ships will be coming to Phuket in the coming months, with four cruise ships filled with tourists coming to Phuket this week.
Youth flaunting home-made gun kills friend
Youth flaunting home-made gun kills friend
KANCHANABURI: A 17-year-old boy was accidentally shot and killed when a teenager was showing off a home-made gun to a group of friends early this morning (Feb 12).
The 9th Glass 3 year anniversary
The 9th Glass 3 year anniversary
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Household Goods
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The Grow Boating Networking Evening - March 2020
The Grow Boating Networking Evening - March 2020
The Grow Boating Networking Evening for March 2020 will be held at The Speakeasy Yacht Club, at The Royal Phuket Marina on Friday the 6th of March 2020 from 5pm onward. If you would like to be the drinks sponsor for the evening please let us know. There will be a light buffet sponsored by The Speakeasy Yacht Club and special prices on your favourite beverages. Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome. There is no entry fee, just drop your business card or register at the bar. We hope to see you there and if you know anyone you think would be interested in coming please invite them along. To join our mailing list please send an email to growboatingphuket@gmail.com Grow Boating is kindly supported by our media partner The Phuket News, Live 89.5 radio and Phuket News TV. See www.thephuketnews.com The Grow Boating Networking Evening is organised by the Thai Yachting Business Association. Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/491098897758155/ or our Website https://www.thaiyachtingbusinessassociation.com/grow-boating-networking-evening
Tourism Ministry considers collecting tourism fees
Tourism Ministry considers collecting tourism fees
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Tourism and Sport has introduced the idea of collecting fees from international visitors for the renovation of tourism attractions and natural resources, as well as providing insurance benefits specifically for tourists.
Somkid tells public not to panic
Somkid tells public not to panic
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak has asked the public not to panic about the coronavirus outbreak or economic problems by giving assurances that Thailand will be steered through difficult times.
Huge power outage to hit Chalong, Rawai
Huge power outage to hit Chalong, Rawai
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in large areas of Chalong and Rawai tomorrow (Feb 13).
Speedboat deaths spark safety push
Speedboat deaths spark safety push
BANGKOK: The Transport Ministry has ordered the Harbour Department to tighten safety measures after a speedboat collision in Phuket killed two Russian children and injured 19 Russian tourists on Monday (Feb 10).
Speedboat captains charged
Speedboat captains charged
PHUKET: Both boat drivers involved in the tour speedboat collision that killed two Russian children and injured more than a dozen tourists on Monday have been charged with reckless behaviour causing death and injury, police have confirmed.
Victims to get additional aid as donations pour in
Victims to get additional aid as donations pour in
THAILAND: The cabinet has set up a special committee to follow up on additional aid for victims of the recent mass shooting in Nakhon Ratchasima, government spokesperson Narumon Pinyosinwat said.
Ferrari unveil SF1000 car for coming F1 season
Ferrari unveil SF1000 car for coming F1 season
REGGIO EMILIA, Italy: Ferrari unveiled its new SF1000 car for the 2020 Formula One season, which they hope will deliver a first world drivers title since 2007, during a glitzy ceremony yesterday (Feb 11).