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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Chalong baby croc! 2,000 insurgents to surrender? Praising Thai kdiney care! || Feb. 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Chalong baby croc! 2,000 insurgents to surrender? Praising Thai kdiney care! || Feb. 2
PHUKET XTRA - February 2 Baby croc/vulture found in Chalong! 2,000 southern insurgents to surrender? Ex-Yakuza leader extradited to Japan! Thailand's kidney care praised by WHO chief! Another election delay possible? Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Phuket Immigration Chief calls on expats to report ‘wrongful requests for fees’
Phuket Immigration Chief calls on expats to report ‘wrongful requests for fees’
PHUKET: The Chief of the Phuket Immigration Office has urged foreigners to read up on immigration fees for services, and report any unlawful document fee requests to an immigration supervisor, after a reader reported being asked by a clerk to pay B300 to obtain a certificate of residence.
Phuket man arrested with drugs worth over B1mn
Phuket man arrested with drugs worth over B1mn
PHUKET: A Thai man was arrested on Wednesday afternoon when he was found in possession of drugs worth over B1 million.
Key players join 550 exhibitors at China Boat Show
Key players join 550 exhibitors at China Boat Show
As Asia’s biggest boat show, CIBS is also the most iconic and longest established boat and yacht exhibition in China and is already gearing up for its 23rd iteration with more exhibitors, conferences, newer initiatives. An expected turnout of over 40,000 visitors keen to explore all aspects of the boating industry from yachting culture, maritime lifestyles, water sports, water tourism, accessories, equipment and entertainment. This year, CIBS will present three key sectors, covering 550-plus exhibitors on finished boats, equipment and services, and leisure and travel. Among these sectors, thematic areas like water sports, lure fishing and Well-Fitness will bring you the best immersive experiences. As CIBS2018 is the flagship exhibition of the entire leisure boating industry chain in Asia, established equipment players like Hidea China, Tritex Fujian Fuding Jiapan General Parts, and Steyr Motors have already booked their slots. Industry players such as Jet Set Investment, Brunswick Trading, Jiangsu Meihong, Hainan Xinghan Yacht Developed and Qingdao Matrix Parker Yacht have also registered with larger booths ahead of schedule. Famous exhibitors from China such as Shanghai Double Happiness, Speedo, Yamaha Motor, Brunswick, Oriental Recreational, Suzhou Palm Bay, and international exhibitors including Beneteau Group, Quick spa, Storm Force, Alamarin-Jet Oy, and Ultraflex are also excited for you to check out their latest models. Matchmaking Program CIBS2018 is proud to continue its Matchmaking Program, organised by The 23rd China (Shanghai) International Boat Show and China Boat Industry & Trade Association – a featured global networking platform for suppliers and buyers in the boat industry. The matchmaking program is dedicated to connecting pre-screened suppliers with premier buyers who are sourcing for any items from components to end products in the boating industry. By establishing business connections between suppliers and buyers, the organisers can best serves the needs all parties with customized meetings, networking platforms and business opportunities, thus helping to save precious time and to increase ROI for all relevant parties. For more information about CIBS 2018, click here.
Baby croc caught at Phuket lagoon
Baby croc caught at Phuket lagoon
PHUKET: A baby crocodile was caught at a lagoon in Chalong yesterday night (Feb 1).
Former yakuza leader extradited to Japan
Former yakuza leader extradited to Japan
BANGKOK: A Japanese yakuza gangster arrested after lying low in Thailand for 12 years was extradited to stand trial in his home country yesterday (Feb 1).
Press conference held for Bangkok International Rugby Tens
Press conference held for Bangkok International Rugby Tens
RUGBY: Eddie Evans, Founder of the Bangkok International Rugby Tens, Darryn Mathee Senior Event Organiser at the Tens and their team recently hosted a pre-event press conference of the 2018 tournament at Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Sukhumvit 15.
Chinese New Year Celebration at Sala Phuket
Chinese New Year Celebration at Sala Phuket
Come to celebrate Chinese New Year’s Day with us! At SALA Phuket Resort and Spa, to enjoy a complimentary cocktail party, Sino-Phuket night market, dance performance, and starlight cinema on the Lawn. And you will know how to choose the best crossbow for hunting. All this is just 1,750++ Baht/person For reservations and more information, please contact events@salaphuket.com or +66 (0) 76 338 888
German man of noble name found dead in Phuket hotel
German man of noble name found dead in Phuket hotel
PHUKET: A 77-year-old German man was found dead in a bathroom of a hotel in Patong yesterday morning (Feb 1).
Singaporean man, 36, seriously injured in Phuket car accident
Singaporean man, 36, seriously injured in Phuket car accident
PHUKET: A 36-year-old Singaporean man sustained serious injuries last night after crashing his car into the fence surrounding Heroines Monument in Thalang.
Thais enter Davis Cup tie on a wing and a prayer
Thais enter Davis Cup tie on a wing and a prayer
TENNIS: Thailand remain cautious ahead of their Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Zone Group 2 first round tie against Sri Lanka despite their superior head-to-head record and the host team missing their No.1 player.
950 gold miners trapped underground in S.Africa
950 gold miners trapped underground in S.Africa
SOUTH AFRICA: About 950 gold miners were stuck underground in South Africa yesterday (Feb 1) after a power cut, the mine’s owner said, though the workers were not reported to be in immediate danger.
School head faces third sex abuse rap
School head faces third sex abuse rap
NAKHON RATCHASIMA: A local school director accused of having an affair with a 14-year-old student could face an additional charge of sexual abuse in the case.
Polls tell Prawit it’s time to go
Polls tell Prawit it’s time to go
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon has come under renewed pressure over his luxury watch collection as petitions and online polls have been launched asking people if they think he should resign.
 
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: What eclipse? Early Phuket drug raids! Patong beach smoking ban! || February 1
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: What eclipse? Early Phuket drug raids! Patong beach smoking ban! || February 1
PHUKET XTRA - February 1 What eclipse? Chalong, Rawai drug raids! Beach smoking and littering ban in Patong! Thailand #1 in daily internet use! TV anchor, others sued by raided parlor owners! Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Himalayan griffon vulture rescued in Phuket
Himalayan griffon vulture rescued in Phuket
PHUKET: A weak Himalayan griffon vulture was rescued from near Wat Chalong yesterday morning.
PKRU to hold charity run and walk
PKRU to hold charity run and walk
CHARITY: The acting president of Phuket Rajabhat University (PKRU), Asst Prof Dr Oratai Krutwaysho, recently announced that the ‘PKRU Run & Walk’ will be held on Sunday February 18.
Brazilian drug mule nabbed at airport
Brazilian drug mule nabbed at airport
BANGKOK: A Brazilian woman was arrested at Suvarnabhumi airport after an X-ray found 60 packets of cocaine inside her stomach yesterday (Jan 31).
Taste the traditional
Taste the traditional
Experience Thai tastes, the way intended, with our choice of traditional tasting menus. Share in a selection of seven of our favorite dishes, encompassing the many flavours of one of the worlds most popular cuisines. Visit www.salaphuket.com for more information, or contact event@salaphuket or 073 33 8888 for reservations.