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Corruption probe launched into schools for ’ghost student’ claims
Corruption probe launched into schools for ’ghost student’ claims
BANGKOK: A graft-busting agency suspects some state education officials in Nakhon Ratchasima province fabricated over 200 student names to pocket an education subsidy.
Thailand beat Singapore to advance in Suzuki Cup
Thailand beat Singapore to advance in Suzuki Cup
BANGKOK: Thailand underlined their favourites tag in the AFF Suzuki Cup with a dominant 3-0 win over Singapore at the Rajamangala National Stadium yesterday (Nov 25).
Aussie tourist robbed at gunpoint after dumped by Phuket taxi driver
Aussie tourist robbed at gunpoint after dumped by Phuket taxi driver
PHUKET: Police are searching for four suspects who robbed a 19-year-old Australian tourist at gunpoint after he was dumped by the side of a dark road in Phuket by a taxi driver.
BISP Head Boy wins coveted ESU International Public Speaking Competition
BISP Head Boy wins coveted ESU International Public Speaking Competition
On Wednesday 7th November, BISP Head Boy Thanadon (Albert) Tantivit was presented his trophy for the English Speaking Union International Public Speaking Competition by the President of ESU Thailand and Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Udom Kachintorn.
Silent plane with no moving parts makes ‘historic’ flight
Silent plane with no moving parts makes ‘historic’ flight
The blue glowing jets of science fiction spacecraft came a step closer to reality on Wednesday (Nov 21) as US physicists unveiled the world’s first solid-state aeroplane powered in flight by supercharged air molecules.
In defence of the GED
In defence of the GED
The Senior Director of the GED Testing Service has responded to the article published in The Phuket News titled, ‘The Dark Underworld of Thailand’s Foreign University Students’. The response, in full, is as follows:
Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous returns
Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous returns
The Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous (KRSR) returns to Phuket from December 6-9, 2018. Sponsored by Infinite Luxury and in collaboration with luxury Thai Resort Kata Rocks, this unique event will see some of the world’s most iconic superyacht brands come together on Phuket.
The #MeToo movement makes its effects felt in Thailand
The #MeToo movement makes its effects felt in Thailand
In the age of #MeToo, Thais have become more aware of issues like sexual violence and female empowerment.
Phuket Opinion: Where boys in brown shine
Phuket Opinion: Where boys in brown shine
PHUKET: It’s a rare week when this newspaper gives credit to police officers on this island, but this week we shall. In giving praise where it is due, there is no progress without reward.
Appeal launched for Irish tourist after ‘horrific’ Phuket road accident
Appeal launched for Irish tourist after ‘horrific’ Phuket road accident
PHUKET: An appeal has been launched to raise funds to pay for medical expenses for an Irishman who remains in intensive care after a “horrific” road accident in Phuket.
Sam’s Steaks & Grill @ Holiday Inn Resort
Sam’s Steaks & Grill @ Holiday Inn Resort
Sam’s Steaks and Grill is located in the Holiday Inn Resort, Phuket. As a former globetrotting corporate employee of Intercontinental Hotels Group, the parent company of the Holiday Inn brand, I have almost certainly stayed in more Holiday Inns than most and I am struggling to recall another that offers a premium steakhouse. Sam’s Steaks and Grill is probably unique.
Child porn ring busted, raids hit Patong
Child porn ring busted, raids hit Patong
PHUKET: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI), working with international agencies, has busted a child porn ring that uncovered evidence of child pornography at two locations in Phuket.
Airbnb Plus launch targets Bangkok, Phuket
Airbnb Plus launch targets Bangkok, Phuket
PHUKET: Airbnb has launched its Airbnb Plus platform offering high-end properties in Bangkok, and will add high-end properties in Phuket next month.
Brave New World - Digital assistants hone skills to deliver the news
Brave New World - Digital assistants hone skills to deliver the news
What’s the news?” has become a familiar refrain for consumers with smart speakers, opening up a new channel for publishers but also raising concerns about the growing influence of tech platforms in media.
Into the light: Inspection of ‘Phoenix’ wreck unveils details, inconsistencies
Into the light: Inspection of ‘Phoenix’ wreck unveils details, inconsistencies
PHUKET: The recovery of the Phoenix tour boat from the seabed at a depth of 45 metres south of Koh Hei (Coral Island) – where it sank in a storm on July 5 – this week marked the beginning of the investigation into whether any structural or mechanical failures of the boat caused or contributed to the death of 47 Chinese tourists in Thailand’s worst maritime disaster in modern history.
Phuket beach seawall ordered moved ‘off the sand’
Phuket beach seawall ordered moved ‘off the sand’
PHUKET: The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has ordered Karon Municipality to move its incomplete seawall – under construction to counter coastal erosion at the popular tourist beach.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Road works causing accidents? Immigration Drive Thru opens! New mega-station! || Nov. 23
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Road works causing accidents? Immigration Drive Thru opens! New mega-station! || Nov. 23
PHUKET XTRA - November 23 Praise for corruption-free sanctuary chief! |:| Phuket road work sees 9 injuries in 1 night! |:| Immigration Drive Thru opens |:| One week for Phoenix investigation |:| New mega rail station coming to Bangkok Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Phuket Tourist Police warn of ‘cash on delivery’ scam
Phuket Tourist Police warn of ‘cash on delivery’ scam
PHUKET: The Phuket Tourist Police are warning people to beware a scam in which deliveries are made to people who did not order them so that the fraudsters can get the cash on delivery paid for receiving the parcels.
Man charged for taking upskirt photos of TV actress
Man charged for taking upskirt photos of TV actress
BANGKOK: A man has been arrested and charged with fitting a mobile phone to his shoe and taking upskirt photos of TV actress Patricia Tanchanok Good.
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