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Joaquin Phoenix gives performance of the decade in Joker
Joaquin Phoenix gives performance of the decade in Joker
Every now and then, a movie comes along that needs to be considered an absolute masterpiece, one that deserves to have its name read out a few times on Oscar night.
Patong Police hunting for foreigner wanted for $30k theft from exchange booth
Patong Police hunting for foreigner wanted for $30k theft from exchange booth
PHUKET: Patong Police have yet to develop any leads in tracking down a foreign man who made off with US$30,000 in cash from a currency exchange booth in Kalim on Tuesday (Oct 15).
Phuket readies for Chulalongkorn Day
Phuket readies for Chulalongkorn Day
PHUKET: Many government offices will be closed Wednesday next week (Oct 23) as Thais in Phuket as elsewhere throughout the country celebrate the Chulalongkorn Day national public holiday.
Christmas Fair 2019
Christmas Fair 2019
We invite you to join UWCT and the Phuket community in a fun filled family day in celebration of "The Season for Giving". The 2019 Fair will host A Christmas Wishing Tree - come select a child profile and help fill Santa's Sleigh for Charity, Christmas Themed Student Performance, a Santa's Grotto with family photo opportunities, Retails, Sustainability and Ecco Friendly focused Gift and Services Stalls, a fantastic array of Festive Stalls, and Games for all to play. 2:30 - 6:30 Free Entry.
Phuket Community Screening
Phuket Community Screening
Shines the Light on Anxiety with Must-See indieFlix Documentary, "ANGST: RAISING AWARENESS AROUND ANXIETY" UWCT Campus 19:15 - 21:00. RSVP: www.uwcthailand.ac.th/angst
US boxer Day dies from brain injuries: promoter
US boxer Day dies from brain injuries: promoter
LOS ANGELES: American boxer Patrick Day died Wednesday (Oct 16) after suffering a serious brain injury during his knockout defeat to Charles Conwell last weekend, promoter Lou DiBella said in a statement.
SCB pioneers salary advance scheme through mobile banking
SCB pioneers salary advance scheme through mobile banking
BANGKOK: Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) has emerged as the country’s first lender allowing its payroll clients to withdraw salary in advance through its mobile banking platform.
Global darknet child porn probe leads to 337 arrests
Global darknet child porn probe leads to 337 arrests
UNITED STATES: International law enforcement authorities announced Wednesday (Oct 16) that a global investigation into child pornography sold for bitcoin on the underground internet had reaped 337 arrests and the shutdown of the dark web’s most notorious pedophile site
Govt proposes new taxes on salty, processed food
Govt proposes new taxes on salty, processed food
BANGKOK: A new tax on salty foods will target frozen products, canned foods and instant noodles, the Excise Department says. However, seasonings such as fish sauce, soy sauce and salt will be exempted.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Triple pricing at hospitals! Farm chem ban support? Floating dead crocodile? || October 16
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Triple pricing at hospitals! Farm chem ban support? Floating dead crocodile? || October 16
PHUKET XTRA - October 16 || brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Multi-tier prices at state hospitals |:| Floating dead croc found near house |:| Monk accused of detaining teen for oral sex |:| Concrete blot on beauty spot |:| PM supports farm chem ban Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Phuket jet-ski operators warned after Chinese tourists dangerously ‘buzzed’
Phuket jet-ski operators warned after Chinese tourists dangerously ‘buzzed’
PHUKET: The Phuket Marine Office has issued a warning for all jet-ski rental operators on the island to ensure their jet-skis are operated safely after one operator and his staffer were charged and fined for the unlicensed staffer driving an illegal, unregistered, and hence uninsured, jet-ski dangerously close to tourists swimming at a beach at Koh Khai Nok, east of Phuket.
Electricity outage to hit Cape Yamu
Electricity outage to hit Cape Yamu
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Pa Klok on Friday (Oct 18) as work is carried out on installing new high-voltage cables.
InterContinental Phuket Resort to welcome top UK chef Jeff Tan for four-day residency
InterContinental Phuket Resort to welcome top UK chef Jeff Tan for four-day residency
InterContinental Phuket Resort will welcome top UK Chef Jeff Tan to Pinto, the resort’s casual farm-to-table dining restaurant, for an exclusive four-day residency from October 29 to November 1.
Multi-tier prices at state hospitals now in effect in Phuket
Multi-tier prices at state hospitals now in effect in Phuket
PHUKET: The multi-tier prices for government hospitals to charge foreigners higher fees are now in effect in Phuket, the Chief of the Phuket Provincial Health Office (PPHO) has confirmed.
LAGUNA PHUKET TRIATHLON 2019
LAGUNA PHUKET TRIATHLON 2019
26th edition of Asia’s longest-standing triathlon race will take place during 23-24 Nov and comprise Laguna Phuket Triathlon (1.8K Swim, 50K Bike and 12K Run); 25 For 25 Sprint (0.5K Swim, 18.5K Bike and 6K Run) and includes LPT Charity Fun Run (5K, 10K and 2K Kids Run) to raise funds for Children First Fund (CFF) in support of underprivileged children in Phuket and Kao Kon La Kao Foundation to help hospitals in Thailand. Register at www.LagunaphuketTri.com until 17 Nov (or sold out).
Epic mountain slog unveiled for 2020 Tour de France
Epic mountain slog unveiled for 2020 Tour de France
CYCLING: The 2020 Tour de France promises to be one for the climbers after organisers revealed a route on Tuesday (October 15) which includes 29 high altitude ascents and five summit finishes including the individual time trial.
Spain make Euro 2020 with late Sweden draw, beaten Ireland forced to wait
Spain make Euro 2020 with late Sweden draw, beaten Ireland forced to wait
FOOTBALL: Rodrigo Moreno fired Spain into Euro 2020 with a last-gasp equaliser in Sweden while the Republic of Ireland's chances of reaching the finals are still in the balance after they fell 2-0 in Switzerland.
Thailand stun UAE in World Cup qualifier
Thailand stun UAE in World Cup qualifier
FOOTBALL: Thailand secured one of the biggest wins in their football history on Tuesday night (October 15) when they beat the United Arab Emirates 2-1 in a World Cup qualifier.
Prayut gives full support to chemical ban
Prayut gives full support to chemical ban
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has thrown his full support behind a ban of the three toxic farm chemicals, while Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul insisted the premier should take action if the National Hazardous Substances Committee (NHSC) rejects the recommended ban.
Phuket Town drug raids net eight suspects
Phuket Town drug raids net eight suspects
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police have announced the arrest of eight suspects and the seizure of 239 ya bah (methamphetamine pills) and 87.4 grams of ya ice (crystal meth) in a series of anti-narcotics raids carried out in the Phuket Town area.