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Debts blamed for second suicide in three days
Debts blamed for second suicide in three days
PHUKET: A local sausage vendor fallen on hard times is believed to have committed suicide due to his mounting debts late, police have reported.
Thai trips at BISP Primary
Thai trips at BISP Primary
A feature of Primary School at British Inter­national School, Phuket – BISP is the pro­gramme of day trips organised by our Thai department.
Household debt reaches 11-year high
Household debt reaches 11-year high
BANGKOK: Thai workers’ debt has surged to the highest in 11 years, driven by higher living costs and easier access to loans.
More than 150,000 to attend ceremonies
More than 150,000 to attend ceremonies
BANGKOK: City Hall is bracing for an influx of more than 150,000 people, expected to flock to Sanam Luang for His Majesty the King’s coronation ceremonies this weekend.
Phuket rain hits from both sides, east and west
Phuket rain hits from both sides, east and west
PHUKET: The heavy downpours across Phuket late Saturday night and earlier today came from literally opposing directions as Phuket is caught between the tail end of the northeast monsoon which is being countered by a low-pressure system over the Andaman Sea, Phuket weather officials explained today (Apr 29).
Phuket tourists escape unharmed as minivan falls into lake
Phuket tourists escape unharmed as minivan falls into lake
PHUKET: A minivan transporting Indian tourists from Phuket to Krabi lost control and fell into a lake yesterday (Apr 28) minutes before arriving at its destination.
Tourism warning flare: Dip in international arrivals, spending spurs caution
Tourism warning flare: Dip in international arrivals, spending spurs caution
PHUKET: International tourist arrival and spending statistics released late last week has sent up a warning flare for the country’s tourism industry, with both international arrivals and spending by international arrivals both showing marginal falls compared with the same period last year.
Australian Navy brings flagship, 1,000 personnel to Phuket
Australian Navy brings flagship, 1,000 personnel to Phuket
PHUKET: Royal Australian Navy (RAN) flagship the HMAS Canberra dropped anchor in Patong Bay on Saturday (Apr 27), marking the beginning of a four-day stay in Phuket.
Suspect leads police to drug bust in Cherng Talay
Suspect leads police to drug bust in Cherng Talay
PHUKET: Police in Cherng Talay arrested a man as he was about to carry out a drug deal at a petrol station on Srisoonthorn Rd on Sunday (Apr 28).
Seiko’s Save the Ocean project heads to Koh Racha Yai
Seiko’s Save the Ocean project heads to Koh Racha Yai
The turtles seemed a little con­fused at first as we put them onto the beach, just before the spot where waves were rolling in on the white sands. Every­one looked on in anticipation as the turtles began taking a few tentative steps.
French Ambassador talks trash, tourist safety in Phuket
French Ambassador talks trash, tourist safety in Phuket
PHUKET: The French Ambassador to Thailand visited Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana at Phuket Provincial Hall on Friday (Apr 26) to discuss business and tourism projects, as well as safety and the activities of the French community on the island.
Rassada community gratefully receives army water supplies
Rassada community gratefully receives army water supplies
PHUKET: Residents from a poor community in Rassada were overjoyed when the army arrived as promised on Wednesday morning (Apr 24) to provide them with free emergency water.
Blazing Saddles: A lesson from Brisbane
Blazing Saddles: A lesson from Brisbane
Queensland’s capital city of Brisbane has a population of 2.4 million people, some four times the official figure for Phuket island. Yet driving around Brisbane, as I recently did, you would be forgiven for thinking you were in a quiet country town. The traffic flows efficiently and there’s rarely any bot­tlenecks or congestion with which to con­tend.
Phuket Sundowners - May 24, 2019
Phuket Sundowners - May 24, 2019
AustCham Thailand is delighted to invite members and guests from AustCham and partner chambers to join our Phuket Sundowners to be held on Friday 24th May, 2019, at the Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort. Price: Baht 500 for AustCham members, partner Chambers' members, and Australian Alumni Members. Baht 900 for non-members.
Laguna Phuket Marathon 2019
Laguna Phuket Marathon 2019
Laguna Phuket Marathon has been at the front of that growth and has helped to put Phuket on the map as a running mecca, delivering an event to the highest international standards that is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon, is professionally timed by Sportstats Asia, and is certified by AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races). Laguna Phuket Marathon 2019 offers six distances: 2 km Kids Run, 5 km and 10.5 km will take place on Saturday 8th June in the afternoon while the Half Marathon (21.0975 km), Marathon (42.195 km) and Marathon Relay (42.195 km) will take place on Sunday 9th June in the morning. For the full schedule, visit http://www.phuketmarathon.com/race-schedule
BANG WAD A THON
BANG WAD A THON
Community Ride / Scoot / Walk A Thon at Bang Wad Dam. Minimum donation of 200 baht per person. Snacks and Drinks available for purchase. Sausage sizzle. All proceeds to benefit RIDE 4 KIDS V3.0
Emery ‘proud’ despite huge Arsenal defeat
Emery ‘proud’ despite huge Arsenal defeat
LEICESTER: Arsenal manager Unai Emery insisted he was “proud” of his players after they were humbled for the third time in a week, losing 3-0 at Leicester on Sunday (Apr 28).
Filipino Fiesta at Two Chefs Bar & Grill
Filipino Fiesta at Two Chefs Bar & Grill
In celebration of the Philippine Independence Day, Two Chefs Bar & Grill is having it’s annual Filipino Fiesta on June 8, 2019 at Two Chefs Karon. Feast on your favorite Filipino dishes and jam along with our awesome Filipino Two Chefs House Band all night long!! For more information, you may visit our website www.twochefs.com or follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/twochefsthailand. Get festive! Book your tables NOW!
Light and Fresh Buffet
Light and Fresh Buffet
The Watercourt is presenting a line of tasty Italian Cold Cut, Gourmet Salads, Hearty Soup, Flavorful Desserts and Seasonal Fruit. From THB 1,200 net per guest (Choice of Meat & Seafood grilled - Additional).
New immigration chief to continue predecessor’s “good work”
New immigration chief to continue predecessor’s “good work”
BANGKOK: Fresh from his move from the Border Patrol Police Bureau, newly appointed Immigration Bureau (IB) commissioner Pol Lt Gen Sompong Chingduang has given assurances that his performance will be up to scratch in his new role.