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Dugong carcass found off Phuket’s east coast
Dugong carcass found off Phuket’s east coast
PHUKET: A large dugong carcass was discovered floating off the coast of Phuket in the waters near the Tha Ton Do fishing community in Mai Khao yesterday (Oct 18).
North Korea to send troops for Russia’s war in Ukraine
North Korea to send troops for Russia’s war in Ukraine
SEOUL: North Korea has decided to send “large-scale troops” to support Russia in its war against Ukraine, South Korea’s Yonhap news agency reported yesterday (Oct 18), citing Seoul’s spy agency.
Prime iCon fraud suspect ‘Boss Paul’ jailed
Prime iCon fraud suspect ‘Boss Paul’ jailed
BANGKOK: Warathaphon “Boss Paul” Waratyaworrakul, a prime suspect in The iCon Group fraud case, has been remanded in custody along with 17 other suspects after the Criminal Court approved a police request for detention yesterday (Oct 18).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Knife-wielding ex-con under guard at Phuket hospital, Seizure while on motorbike || Oct 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Knife-wielding ex-con under guard at Phuket hospital, Seizure while on motorbike || Oct 18
PHUKET XTRA - October 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
The Importance of Antenatal Sessions
The Importance of Antenatal Sessions
Phuket Expat Health and Wellness by Bangkok Hospital Network in Phuket on the topic "The Importance of Antenatal Sessions for Expecting Parents” by Dr. Manop Janthanaphan, Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Panel Discussion on the topic “From Conception to Labor & Self-care” Complimentary for attendees! Workshop Labor Tricks and Tips. Date: October 25th, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Venue: Dr. Anuroj Meeting Room, Bangkok Hospital Siriroj Enroll today and Get certified!
Man shot in leg by police during knife-wielding frenzy
Man shot in leg by police during knife-wielding frenzy
PHUKET: Police were forced to shoot a young man in the leg after a taser failed to prevent him from rushing at police with a knife during a violent confrontation at a home in Kathu yesterday (Oct 17).
Patong marks end of Buddhist Lent
Patong marks end of Buddhist Lent
PHUKET: Leading figures and residents in Patong marked the end of Buddhist Lent today (Oct 18) with a traditional alms-giving ceremony held at Wat Suwan Kiriwong (Wat Patong).
Man injured in epileptic fall from Patong motorbike taxi
Man injured in epileptic fall from Patong motorbike taxi
PHUKET: A passenger fell off a motorcycle taxi in Patong today (Oct 18) after experiencing an epileptic seizure, according to local police.
Domestic tourism revenue sags
Domestic tourism revenue sags
BANGKOK: Festive events and new stimulus campaigns should push domestic tourism revenue to B950-970 billion this year, missing the target of B1 trillion because of a sluggish economy and the impact of flooding, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Israel PM says killing of Hamas chief ‘beginning of the end’ of Gaza war
Israel PM says killing of Hamas chief ‘beginning of the end’ of Gaza war
JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said yesterday (Oct 17) that the killing of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in the Gaza Strip was the “beginning of the end” of the year-long war in the Palestinian territory.
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17 iCon fraud suspects sent to jail
17 iCon fraud suspects sent to jail
BANGKOK: Seventeen suspects in The iCon Group fraud case have been sent to jail after the Criminal Court rejected bail requests submitted by three celebrities, citing flight risk, while the others did not apply for release.
New Phuket Vice Governor appointed
New Phuket Vice Governor appointed
PHUKET: Ronnarong Thipsiri, Inspector-General of the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), has been appointed to the position of Phuket Vice Governor. 
Train-jumping fugitive arrested in Kathu
Train-jumping fugitive arrested in Kathu
PHUKET: A dramatic escape from police custody ended in the arrest of a young man in Phuket who had fled while being detained on a train in Nakhon Sri Thammarat.
Phuket rugby camps developing tomorrow’s talent
Phuket rugby camps developing tomorrow’s talent
RUGBY: Rugby camps are a fantastic way to introduce youngsters to the sport and help them develop as players. Indeed, many global superstars fell in love with the game at such camps all around the world.
VillaCarte Group Strengthens Corporate Governance with the Appointment of Paul Andrew Crosio
VillaCarte Group Strengthens Corporate Governance with the Appointment of Paul Andrew Crosio
Phuket, Thailand – VillaCarte Group, a prominent player in Thailand's real estate market since its inception in 2012, is proud to announce the appointment of Paul Andrew Crosio as a new partner, effective July 1, 2024. With over 12 years of experience and a diverse portfolio of innovative projects, VillaCarte Group is committed to enhancing its corporate governance as it continues to expand its business.
British tourist injured by boat propeller while diving near Similans
British tourist injured by boat propeller while diving near Similans
PHUKET: A British woman has been injured by a boat propeller while diving near Island 7 at the Similan Islands.
MPs split on including lese majeste in amnesty bill
MPs split on including lese majeste in amnesty bill
BANGKOK: MPs expressed mixed opinions on whether lese majeste offences should be included in an amnesty bill as the House of Representatives began reviewing a report prepared by a special House committee studying the bill.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Flood-response equipment for Phuket police, Ponzi scheme probe gets 18 arrested || Oct 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Flood-response equipment for Phuket police, Ponzi scheme probe gets 18 arrested || Oct 17
PHUKET XTRA - October 17 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Governor assures final disaster relief for Phuket landslide victims coming ‘soon’
Governor assures final disaster relief for Phuket landslide victims coming ‘soon’
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has assured that compensation from the central government to victims and survivors of the landslide in Kata on Aug will be delivered “soon’.