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Trump names Musk to ‘efficiency’ post as team takes shape
Trump names Musk to ‘efficiency’ post as team takes shape
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump announced yesterday (Nov 12) that the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, will lead a new US “government efficiency” group tasked with cutting federal waste, as the Republican president-elect added a series of seasoned figures and hard-liners to his incoming administration.
Extra public holidays next year approved
Extra public holidays next year approved
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has approved extra public holidays for next year and January 2026, declaring long-weekends to boost tourism and the overall economy.
Worm infestation shocks residents in Wichit
Worm infestation shocks residents in Wichit
PHUKET: Residents at Phuket Villa 3 housing estate in Wichit were shocked and distressed yesterday (Nov 12) as a massive swarm of ‘norn pradu’ worms invaded the public park and surrounding areas.
Rodtang eyes Takeru showdown despite losing title after missing weight
Rodtang eyes Takeru showdown despite losing title after missing weight
MMA: Rodtang Jitmuangnon is planning a showdown with Japanese kickboxing icon Takeru Segawa despite losing his ONE Championship flyweight Muay Thai title on the scale after missing weight for ONE 269.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket waste crisis to see expanded landfills, Kamala crypto theft, OrBorJor election || Nov 12
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket waste crisis to see expanded landfills, Kamala crypto theft, OrBorJor election || Nov 12
PHUKET XTRA - November 12 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Maxim ride-sharing fully legal
Maxim ride-sharing fully legal
PHUKET: Ride-hailing service Maxim has confirmed to The Phuket News, with documentary evidence, that their popular app and services are legally operating in Thailand.
Police arrest copper wire thieves, and buyer, in Kathu
Police arrest copper wire thieves, and buyer, in Kathu
PHUKET: Kathu Police have arrested three men in connection with the recent theft of copper electric wires from Kathu Municipality Public Park, including one man who bought the stolen materials in the hope of selling them to a secondhand goods shop.
Call for auto taxes to match global shift
Call for auto taxes to match global shift
BANGKOK: The structure of Thailand's automotive excise taxes must align with global trends, particularly the shift towards the electric vehicle (EV) industry, says Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul.
Rotary Club of Patong Christmas Party
Rotary Club of Patong Christmas Party
  **FULLY BOOKED**   The Rotary Club of Patong beach invites everyone to join them for an evening of food, drinks and festive music at Eden Valley Christmas Village. Starting at 6:15pm and includes a sumptuous buffet, free flow soft drinks and various selected beverage. Adults - THB 3000, children 6-12 - THB 800. Book your tickets via email: membership@rotarypatong.org
Malaysian state proposes erecting 100km border wall
Malaysian state proposes erecting 100km border wall
KELANTAN: The Malaysian state of Kelantan that is opposite Narathiwat province will propose the government to build a 100-kilometre-long wall in a new move to crack down on cross-border crimes and smuggling.
Charity Rugby Bash
Charity Rugby Bash
  **CANCELLED**   Join us for an exciting afternoon of rugby as the Phuket Vagabonds Rugby Club hosts a (anything but) friendly match between teammates on Saturday, at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG)! Kick-off is at 4:30 pm with social drinks going further into Sunday. All funds raised from the raffle will go toward supporting a child we sponsor through the Asia Center Foundation (ACF) asiacenterfoundation.org a charity in Phuket dedicated to helping disadvantaged kids, as well as christmas gifts for the kids in the Phuket Vagabonds Academy and ACF Rugby Programme. Bring friends, family, and fans along to enjoy the game, support a meaningful cause, and kick off the holiday season with us!
Members Briefing on Crafting Tomorrow’s Hospitality
Members Briefing on Crafting Tomorrow’s Hospitality
This event is scheduled to take place 17.00 - 18.00 hrs., at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town. MEET OUR SPEAKERS & MODERATOR: Ms Sumi Soorian; Director, Mitha Co. Ltd. as Moderator, Ms Jayne MacDougall; Executive Director of the Phuket Hotels Association, Mr Dary Milani; Pro Vice-Chancellor / Executive Director (Recruitment and International Operations) at La Trobe University, and Mr Stephen Healy; Founder and Managing Director from Nurture Higher Education and Global Academy at Siam University. Bookings - office@austchamthailand.com
The BDO/Rotary Club Snowbirds Charity Golf Tournament
The BDO/Rotary Club Snowbirds Charity Golf Tournament
CanCham South & Rotary Club of Patong Beach is holding its second annual BDO Snowbirds Chairty Golf Tournament at the Aquella Golf & Country Club on Saturday November 16th, 2024. This is a family-friendly networking and fellowship event, as well as a fundraiser. Proceeds will be shared evenly with the Rotary Club of Patong Beach for their Save a Child Swim Program. Last year, with BDO as our Title Sponsor, we raised over 57,000 Baht for the Program. We are thrilled that BDO has returned as our Title Sponsor this year, and our goal is to raise over 300,000 THB. The Swim Program, originating in Patong, now reaches five schools in Phuket each year, offering a vital 10-week curriculum that imparts essential swimming skills and water safety knowledge to children. Over the past five years, the Rotary Club of Patong Beach has proudly supported more than 1,000 students through this life-saving initiative, fully funding the program’s operations. Link to child swim program: https://www.rotarypatong.org/page/save-a-child-swim-program EVENT DETAILS Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024 Venue: Aquella Golf & Country Club Day’s Events: 10:00 Registration Opens 11:00 Shotgun Start 17:00 Silent Auction Opens 18:00 Dinner & prizes 21:00 Event Concludes Tickets Golf & Dinner: THB 3300 Sale ends Nov 15, 11:50 PM Ticket type Only Dinner: THB 800 Sale ends Nov 15, 11:50 AM
Officials race to expand landfills amid waste crisis
Officials race to expand landfills amid waste crisis
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality is accelerating efforts to expand landfill sites at Saphan Hin as waste volumes surge beyond the current disposal capacity.
Trump makes new appointments including new ‘border czar’
Trump makes new appointments including new ‘border czar’
WASHINGTON: US President-elect Donald Trump named new members for his incoming administration yesterday (Nov 11), tapping loyalist hardliners for several key posts including a “border czar” who will be in charge of mass deportations.
PPAO election date announced
PPAO election date announced
PHUKET: The Phuket office of the Election Commission (PEC) has confirmed that the election for the new president and council members of the Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (PPAO) will be held on Saturday, Feb 1, 2025.
Pyramid scheme charges filed against 18 The iCon Group suspects
Pyramid scheme charges filed against 18 The iCon Group suspects
BANGKOK: The Department of Special Investigation has additionally charged 18 detained suspects of The iCon Group with pyramid scheme and direct sales law violations.
Phuket Spartan Race sees big turnout
Phuket Spartan Race sees big turnout
FITNESS: The hugely popular Spartan endurance race took place in sweltering hot conditions at the weekend (Nov 9-10) at Blue Tree Phuket, attracting over 5,000 fitness enthusiasts.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket faces garbage issues, Airport facial recognition system, ‘High’ behind wheel || Nov 11
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket faces garbage issues, Airport facial recognition system, ‘High’ behind wheel || Nov 11
PHUKET XTRA - November 11 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
FXGT.com Unveils NEW FXGT App and the Web-Based FXGT.com Trader Platform
FXGT.com Unveils NEW FXGT App and the Web-Based FXGT.com Trader Platform
In an era where technology is reshaping the landscape of online trading, FXGT.com has officially launched two innovative products designed to enhance the trading journey for all users: the FXGT App and FXGT.com Trader . These tools exemplify the company's commitment to providing a seamless, powerful, and secure trading environment that adapts to the needs of modern traders.