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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tragic neck death! Murder confessions? Cave boys to fly! || Sept. 25
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tragic neck death! Murder confessions? Cave boys to fly! || Sept. 25
PHUKET XTRA - September 25 Mechanic’s neck caught in engine! |:| Suspects say they killed couple |:| Cave boys set to fly |:| Martial law divisions in deep south |:| Re-thinking the ’Phoenix’ boat salvage operation Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
All nine in Phuket suspect shot dead incident charged with attempted murder
All nine in Phuket suspect shot dead incident charged with attempted murder
PHUKET: All nine people, including seven police officers, involved in the fatal shooting of a suspect fleeing police early last Tuesday (Sept 18) have been charged with attempted murder, Phuket Provincial Police Commander Maj Gen Teeraphol Thipjaroen confirmed to The Phuket News today (Sept 25).
True grit brings Patong White C&C Marine league title
True grit brings Patong White C&C Marine league title
CRICKET: Deservedly crowned C&C Marine league champions last Sunday (Sept 23), Patong White defeated both Kashmiri CC and Goan Panthers in a single day following an epic effort of 80 overs worth of cricket for the team that included playing a semi-final and Grand Final in sweltering conditions at the ACG.
Mai Khao to face scheduled blackout
Mai Khao to face scheduled blackout
PHUKET: Thalang office of the Provincial Electrical Authority (PEA) has today announced an electricity shut-off for areas in Mai Khao between 9am and 4:30pm on Thursday (Sept 27).
Three men confess to murder of missing couple in Phrae
Three men confess to murder of missing couple in Phrae
PHRAE: Three men have confessed to the murder of a missing British millionaire and his Thai wife, and told police they were hired by the woman’s elder brother to kill the couple.
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Phuket
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Phuket
PHUKET: A severe thunderstorm warning for Phuket has been issued as heavy, fast-moving clouds pass over the island, creating dangerous lightning strikes.
Phuket boat mechanic dies after getting neck caught in engine
Phuket boat mechanic dies after getting neck caught in engine
PHUKET: A 30-year-old boat mechanic died yesterday when his neck became caught in the boat’s engine while carrying out routine maintenance on the vessel.
Indonesia teen rescued after seven weeks adrift at sea
Indonesia teen rescued after seven weeks adrift at sea
INDONESIA: An Indonesian teenager survived seven weeks adrift at sea after his tiny fishing trap lost its moorings and ended up some 2,500 kilometres away in waters near the Pacific island of Guam, his family said yesterday (Sept 24).
Quarter of capital’s public vans to be retired
Quarter of capital’s public vans to be retired
BANGKOK: The Department of Land Transport (DLT) has revealed that nearly one in four public vans operating in Bangkok and its metropolitan area will be decommissioned by the end of the year, as they are gradually set to be replaced by new mini-buses by 2028.
Man arrested after couple’s disappearance
Man arrested after couple’s disappearance
PHRAE: Police found a pickup truck owned by a missing British millionaire (previously reported as Australian) and his Thai wife yesterday (Sept 24), and arrested the woman’s brother in connection with the couple’s disappearance.
Thanyapura hosts second Mixed Relay Triathlon
Thanyapura hosts second Mixed Relay Triathlon
PHUKET: Determination, endurance and teamwork were celebrated in Phuket on Saturday (Sept 22), as Phuket’s second Mixed Relay Triathlon event took place at Thanyapura Health & Sports Resort.
‘Pawsome’ Sunday with Surf for Soi Dog at Surf House Kata Beach
‘Pawsome’ Sunday with Surf for Soi Dog at Surf House Kata Beach
PHUKET: The Soi Dog Foundation, teaming up with Surf House Phuket, yesterday (Sept 23) set a ‘pawsome’ day of surfing. The proceeds from the surfing tickets were donated to contribute to the work of Soi Dog on ending the suffering of dogs and cats across Thailand and Asia.
Flags at half-mast in Thailand for Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang
Flags at half-mast in Thailand for Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang
PHUKET: Flags at all Thai government buildings, including state agencies and corporations, are to be flown at half-mast in respect of Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang, who passed away on Friday (Sept 21) at the age of 61.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Full moon party crackdown! Police shooting probe! Bogus marriage scams! || Sept. 24
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Full moon party crackdown! Police shooting probe! Bogus marriage scams! || Sept. 24
PHUKET XTRA - September 24 Investigation into Phuket police shooting |:| One saved, one drowned |:| Crackdown at Full Moon Party |:| Bogus marriage scams |:| Thailand applauded for health care! Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Back to the drawing board for ‘Phoenix’ salvage
Back to the drawing board for ‘Phoenix’ salvage
PHUKET: The Chief of the Phuket Marine Office today confirmed that the plan to raise the sunken tour boat Phoenix is to be fully revised after one of the tethers broke while the salvage operators were trying to move the boat underwater – but not actually raise it.
Brit’s Koh Pha-Ngan rape claim withdrawn
Brit’s Koh Pha-Ngan rape claim withdrawn
SURAT THANI: Another British woman claimed she had been raped in Surat Thani province, this time on Koh Pha-Ngan, but withdrew the claim following a medical examination.
Phuket group calls for action over ‘crucial’ oil, gas concessions
Phuket group calls for action over ‘crucial’ oil, gas concessions
PHUKET: Governor Norraphat Plodthong today (Sept 24) received a petition from a local action group calling for the Prime Minister to intervene in the concessions being offered to two “crucial” oil and gas fields in the Gulf of Thailand, and accusing officials of breaching ethics requirements mandated in the Constitution of Thailand.
Pickup truck found but Aussie, Thai wife still missing
Pickup truck found but Aussie, Thai wife still missing
PHRAE: Police have found the pickup truck owned by an Australian man and his Thai wife missing since last week, but the couple’s fate still remained unknown as of today (Sept 24).
Japanese Autumn Food Festival
Japanese Autumn Food Festival
Fans of creative Japanese cuisine are in for special treat as Latest Recipe hosts a one-night only buffet and sake pairing event. The special menu crafted by Executive Chef Hans Kahrs and resident chefs of Ariake Japanese restaurant features signature sushi and sashimi treats, Oyster tempura, sumptuous Wagyu Beef Tappan Batayaki, Kakoshima Pork Kakuni, and a delectable Japanese dessert selection including Sake ice cream with red bean soup.
Civil action to be taken against shot Phuket driver’s family
Civil action to be taken against shot Phuket driver’s family
PHUKET: Three motorcyclist injured by a man fleeing police in Phuket Town in a pickup truck last week are to take civil action against the man’s family.