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Rescuers scour toppled buildings after Taiwan quake kills seven
Rescuers scour toppled buildings after Taiwan quake kills seven
TAIWAN: Rescue workers pulled survivors and bodies from buildings tilting precariously in the Taiwanese city of Hualien today (Feb 7), after an overnight earthquake killed at least seven people, injured more than 200 and left dozens missing.
Annual Phuket scout camp raises ‘no beach access’ in national park concerns
Annual Phuket scout camp raises ‘no beach access’ in national park concerns
However, the campsite has disturbed worried locals. The camp includes a large covered area closed with dark plastic curtains located along the northern reaches of the beach beside the “Layan National Park Office”, within Sirinath National Park.
B40k bail for Russian woman found in possession of dead coral in Phuket
B40k bail for Russian woman found in possession of dead coral in Phuket
PHUKET: The 20-year-old Russian woman who was found to be in illegal possession of dead corals at her bungalow in Karon last week is out on bail while awaiting her court sentence, Nares Choopueng from the Department Marine Coastal Resources (DMCR) Phuket office confirmed today (Feb 7).
Phi Phi fire leaves nine injured, tourists help battle flames
Phi Phi fire leaves nine injured, tourists help battle flames
PHUKET: The site of the blaze on Phi Phi Island that destroyed or heavily damaged 25 buildings and left nine people, including six tourists, injured last night (Feb 6) has been sealed off while Forensic Police investigate the scene of the fire.
Love romantic violin serenade by the pool
Love romantic violin serenade by the pool
Exquisite experience for Valentine’s celebrations at Avista Grande Karon, MGallery by Sofitel 5 course set dinner inclusive of drink start at THB 1,750++ per person only! You must read the savvy kitchen reviews. Call us at ++66 76 302 661 or email us at HA224-FB@accor.com
Touch Rugby set to make its return to Phuket’s ACG
Touch Rugby set to make its return to Phuket’s ACG
TOUCH RUGBY: The third Touch Rugby Tournament to be held in Phuket will commence on March 3. As with the previous two tournaments it will be held at the idyllic Alan Cooke Ground Sports Ground in Thalang.
DSI tells Somyot to pipe down
DSI tells Somyot to pipe down
BANGKOK: An ex-police chief’s claim that he “borrowed” B300 million from the owner of a massage parlour, which is now being probed for human trafficking and other criminal ties, is unlikely to get him off the hook, officials said yesterday (Feb 6).
Outrage in Croatia over burning of children’s same-sex family book
Outrage in Croatia over burning of children’s same-sex family book
CROATIA: Croatian gay and parents’ rights groups filed a complaint yesterday (Feb 6) against the organisers of a children’s carnival where the country’s first children’s book about “rainbow families” was symbolically burnt.
Time’s up for Prawit to come clean
Time’s up for Prawit to come clean
BANGKOK: The deadline for Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon to submit a third statement explaining all the luxury watches spotted on his wrist expires today (Feb 7), a source at the anti-graft agency said.
Ital-Thai tycoon in crosshairs after arrest
Ital-Thai tycoon in crosshairs after arrest
BANGKOK: Construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta could face a maximum of 28 years in jail if he is found guilty of illegally poaching wildlife in the World Heritage Thungyai Naresuan sanctuary in Kanchanaburi province.
Fire breaks out at Phi Phi Island hostel
Fire breaks out at Phi Phi Island hostel
PHUKET: A gas cylinder exploding is believed to have started a fire at a hostel and restaurant on Phi Phi Island earlier tonight (Feb 6).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Migrant worker wins lottery! B900mn drug bust! Ex-top cop admits... || February 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Migrant worker wins lottery! B900mn drug bust! Ex-top cop admits... || February 6
PHUKET XTRA - February 6 Migrant worker wins B6mn lottery! Nearly billion baht of crystal meth found on train! Chinese New Year is coming! Killed while crossing the street! B300mn loan from brothel owner to former national police chief? Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Moment of Love
Moment of Love
Enjoy a romantic dinner set menu with your loved one at Patong oceanfront view tables are limited,advance reservation is recommended. Set menu 1,350++ per pax, 2,500++ per couple. Full a la cart available.
Phuket airport GM addresses hours-long queues
Phuket airport GM addresses hours-long queues
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport General Manager Petch Chancharoen told The Phuket News today (Feb 6) that Airports of Thailand (AoT) are in the process of resolving long departure queues, which they say have been brought on due to a shortage of immigration officials, after claims from some passengers that they waited over three hours in queues yesterday (Feb 5).
Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda named top booking channels for Thai hotels
Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda named top booking channels for Thai hotels
BANGKOK: Booking.com, Expedia and Agoda were the top three revenue-generating hotel booking channels for Thai hotels, according to the latest report by hotel channel management platform SiteMinder.
Romance by the Water's edge
Romance by the Water's edge
Celebrate Valentine's day, Private deck (Only 6 Couples) THB 16,000 set menu per couple including a bottle of premium selected beverage and Terrace deck (Only 10 Couples) THB 12,000 set menu per couple including a bottle of premium selected beverage. Starting at 6:30pm. Book yuor table: 076 372 400 Email: fb-phuket@banyantree.com
Wine & Dine your sweetheart at Le Meridien
Wine & Dine your sweetheart at Le Meridien
Wednesday, February 14th - Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort. Celebrate love. Celebrate Romance. Spend a romantic evening with your beloved and make them feel even more special with these unforgettable events. Soulful food, sultry serenades, and shows complete this night of hearts. For more information and to book : http://bit.ly/LMPhuketFeb18Events
Love At First Sight Valentine's day
Love At First Sight Valentine's day
The Boathouse Restaurant is one of Phuket 's most exclusive venues to surprise your significant other. To book your table and more information, please call +66 76 330-015 or email ratiporn.t@boathouse-phuket.com
New Phuket film to focus on tsunami, love, Japanese relations
New Phuket film to focus on tsunami, love, Japanese relations
PHUKET: Popular Thai actor-cum-movie director Saharat “West Saharat” Chimpinit met with Phuket Governor Norraphat Plodthong at the Governor’s House on Sunday (Feb 4) to discuss the filming of a new movie “I Miss You” in Phuket starting next month.
Italian-Thai boss charged with hunting in sanctuary
Italian-Thai boss charged with hunting in sanctuary
KANCHANABURI: Construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta has been arrested for allegedly hunting wildlife in the World Heritage Thungyai Naresuan sanctuary in Kanchanaburi province.