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Workplace safety plan a hazard, say critics
Workplace safety plan a hazard, say critics
BANGKOK: With the Labour Ministry poised to allow companies to hire anyone to work as safety officers rather than being required to recruit only staff who graduated with a degree in occupational health and safety, educational institutions and students have voiced strong opposition to the idea.
First Swede Win at 25th Laguna Phuket Triathlon
First Swede Win at 25th Laguna Phuket Triathlon
TRIATHLON: Sweden’s Fredrik Croneborg finished first and gave Laguna Phuket Triathlon (LPT) first Swede champion in its 25-year history today (Nov 18).
A Meal with Bart Duijkers
A Meal with Bart Duijkers
Bart Duijkers is one of Phuket’s best-known hoteliers, restaurateurs, developers and entrepreneurs with extensive experience in all these sectors in Phuket dating back from his arrival here in 1989. He recently took over the highly successful 9th Floor Restaurant on the top of the Condotel building off Rat-U-Thit Rd in the heart of Patong.
Bike Un Ai Rak - Governor invites all to participate
Bike Un Ai Rak - Governor invites all to participate
Friday, Nov 16, at 10.30pm Phuket Governor, Phakaphong Tavipatana was the President of the Preparatory Meeting for ’Bike Un Ai Rak’ cycling event, which will be held in Phuket on Sunday Dec 9.
Low water levels at Phuket reservoir spur concerns for drastic water-saving measures
Low water levels at Phuket reservoir spur concerns for drastic water-saving measures
PHUKET: Water levels at Bang Neow Dum reservoir in Srisoonthorn, in central Phuket, are so low that officials are calling for residents to use water sparingly and hope that enough rain falls by the end of December to stave off drastic water-saving measures.
Fragrances and Flavours - Floral scents and pollination
Fragrances and Flavours - Floral scents and pollination
’A rose by any other name would smell as sweet” - Romeo and Juliet
Phuket Opinion: Bagging lip service
Phuket Opinion: Bagging lip service
PHUKET: The more environmentally conscious among you may have noticed the appearance of the Green Lane popping up in super stores and grocery chains. This is a plastic bag free counter service, invitingly empty for those who’ve brought their own bag in an attempt to reduce single-use plastics on the island. All well and good… if it was actually open.
25th Laguna Phuket Triathlon to Make a Mark as Asia’s Longest-standing Triathlon Race
25th Laguna Phuket Triathlon to Make a Mark as Asia’s Longest-standing Triathlon Race
TRIATHLON: The 25th annual Laguna Phuket Triathlon (LPT) will kick off on Sunda (Nov 18) and comprise a unique race distance of 1.8km swim, 50km bike and 12km run through the scenic backdrop of Phuket province in Thailand.
Phoenix finally risen from seabed
Phoenix finally risen from seabed
Today (Nov 17) Mrs Basshaya Yaipiem PR Phuket led 40 representatives of the Thai and foreign media on the “Pakarang” boat of the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment to watch the Phoenix recovery operation.
Tourist police launch mobile help centres
Tourist police launch mobile help centres
Tourist Police Division 3 Chief Maj Gen Angkoon Klaiklueng has revealed to The Phuket News that the tourist police are preparing to establish tourist report centres. They have planned to put the mobile reporting centres near Karon and Kamala beach.
PSU Academic Ceremony Day
PSU Academic Ceremony Day
On Friday, Nov 16, at Prince of Songkla University (PSU) Phuket Campus, Mr Chuan Leekpai, Advisor of Prince of Songkla University, was the President of the Academic Opening Ceremony of the Year 2018. Phuket Vice Governor Thanyawat Chanpinit, Assoc Prof Dr Phan Tongchumnum, Vice Chancellor of Phuket Campus, and the Chief of Government Agencies attended.
Three crew hurt in Samui ferry fire
Three crew hurt in Samui ferry fire
Three crew members were injured when a fire broke out in the engine room of a ferry travelling from Koh Samui to the Surat Thani mainland on Friday. All passengers were safe.
Dr Chantinee breaking cultural norms for our environmental future
Dr Chantinee breaking cultural norms for our environmental future
Sustainability, green environmental development – these big words sound so far away from our daily life. Not many of us know what to do to change. Queen Elizabeth II has banned using plastics in her palace a few months ago.
Tourist Police target rental operators over unlicensed tourists renting motorbikes
Tourist Police target rental operators over unlicensed tourists renting motorbikes
PHUKET: Tourist Police Division 3 Chief Maj Gen Angkoon Klaiklueng has revealed that his pushing for police and other local authorities to ramp up their campaign targeting vehicle rental operators for renting out motorbikes to tourists who do not have the appropriate licence.
Ban on Loy Krathong lanterns near Phuket International Airport
Ban on Loy Krathong lanterns near Phuket International Airport
Mr Thanee Chuangchoo, General Manger of Phuket International Airport, revealed that during the Loy Krathong festival of every year, we can see many of the Khom Loy (lantern), Khom Kwan (balloon) and fireworks from hotels or local celebrations surrounding the airport. This creates a high risk of serious accident to in-flight aircraft.
A Kind of Magic - The triumphant and tragic story of Freddie Mercury
A Kind of Magic - The triumphant and tragic story of Freddie Mercury
The word ‘talent’ has become an oxymoron, literally replaced by ‘moron’. In a world where celebrities are ten-a-penny and earn their stardom stripes by such trivia as bearing their empty lives on soul-less and never-ending live TV shows and Twitter streams or eating grubs in a jungle, it’s no wonder we yearn for yesteryear’s true talent.
No passport required: Phuket Immigration confirms ‘passport on person’ not required despite ’Operation X-Ray Outlaw Foreigner’
No passport required: Phuket Immigration confirms ‘passport on person’ not required despite ’Operation X-Ray Outlaw Foreigner’
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration has confirmed there is no need for foreigners to carry their passports at all times, despite the ongoing ‘Operation X-Ray Outlaw Foreigner’ crackdown on illegal foreigners netting 300 foreigners in Phuket last month alone.
Phuket Marine Office urges water safety for Loy Krathong
Phuket Marine Office urges water safety for Loy Krathong
PHUKET: The Phuket Marine Office has issued a notice for all marine transport operators to observe safety protocols for the upcoming Loy Krathong festivities next Thursday (Nov 22), including reminding boat captains not to be drunk at the helm.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Elephant fatally shot! ’No go zone’? Ready for Loy Krathong! || Nov. 16
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Elephant fatally shot! ’No go zone’? Ready for Loy Krathong! || Nov. 16
PHUKET XTRA - November 16 ’No go zone’ for boats near Phoenix salvage site |:| Elephant found shot |:| Thailand chairs ASEAN |:| Appeal Court acquits 10 |:| Phuket police ready for Loy Krathong Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
God is a DJ - A divine event at Dream Beach Club
God is a DJ - A divine event at Dream Beach Club
Ladies and Gentleman, get ready to change your party plans. Whatever invites you may have received for New Year’s Eve, clear the decks. Raid your tenuous excuse bank… picking up your Nobel Peace prize, alien abduction, whatever.