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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket reels after 13 die in landslide, Patong leaders support legal sex work || Aug 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket reels after 13 die in landslide, Patong leaders support legal sex work || Aug 26
PHUKET XTRA - August 26 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Major drug dealer arrested in Kamala
Major drug dealer arrested in Kamala
PHUKET: Kamala Police arrested an armed drug dealer operating out of a hut in the hills above Kamala yesterday (Aug 25) and seized nearly half a kilo of crystal methamphetamine (ya ice) along with several firearms.
New Cabinet line-up to be finalised ‘by the end of the week’
New Cabinet line-up to be finalised ‘by the end of the week’
BANGKOK: The line-up of the new Cabinet is expected to be drawn up by the end of the week, said Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, saying the government will immediately get to work after announcing its policy statement before parliament next month.
Complaints over illegal Chinese bus services
Complaints over illegal Chinese bus services
BANGKOK: Thai bus operators face intense competition from Chinese bus operators using nominees and offering lower prices, while more foreigners are illegally working as van drivers serving tourists, according to the Thai Transportation Operators Association.
Slot extends perfect Liverpool start, Chelsea hit Wolves for six
Slot extends perfect Liverpool start, Chelsea hit Wolves for six
FOOTBALL: Arne Slot extended his perfect start as Liverpool manager with a 2-0 win against Brentford on his Anfield debut, while Noni Madueke hit a hat-trick and then apologised for a social media slur as Chelsea crushed Wolves 6-2 yesterday (Aug 25).
Kim unveils new North Korea ‘suicide drones’
Kim unveils new North Korea ‘suicide drones’
SEOUL: North Korea has unveiled a new “suicide drone”, state media said today (Aug 26), with leader Kim Jong Un overseeing a performance test of the weapons, which experts said could have come from Russia.
Landslide cleanup, assistance efforts underway
Landslide cleanup, assistance efforts underway
PHUKET: Cleanup operations are underway at the site of the landslide that killed 13 people in Kata early Friday morning (Aug 23).
Government to revisit B6trn flood project
Government to revisit B6trn flood project
BANGKOK: A water management project initiated by Yingluck Shinawatra may be revived at a cost of B6 trillion in a bid to combat persistent flooding and drought, Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said yesterday (Aug 25).
Norris dominant at Dutch Grand Prix
Norris dominant at Dutch Grand Prix
FORMULA ONE: Lando Norris dominated the Dutch Grand Prix in an imperious performance to upstage title leader Max Verstappen in front of his home crowd yesterday (Aug 25).
Skål International Phuket Dinner - September
Skål International Phuket Dinner - September
We are delighted to invite you to our Skal monthly dinner, host of the month of September, Ajay Sampige, extends a warm invitation to all Skalleagues for an Exquisite Evening at the Thai Thai Restaurant. Experience an idyllic beach getaway at the stunning Pullman Phuket Karon Beach Resort. Nestled within 75 acres of lush tropical gardens, this resort offers breathtaking views of the Andaman Sea and the serene, Karon Beach. Registration 6pm. Members THB 1200. Non-Members THB 1600. To find out more visit - facebook.com/SkalPhuket
More heavy rain and strong winds forecast
More heavy rain and strong winds forecast
PHUKET: The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued Weather Advisory No. 1 (24/2024) warning of heavy rain and strong wind conditions in the upper part of the Andaman Sea and the west coast of Southern Thailand from today through Thursday (Aug 26-29).
Phuket Globetrotter: From sceptic to fan, an odyssey at the Paris Olympics
Phuket Globetrotter: From sceptic to fan, an odyssey at the Paris Olympics
When I first obtained the coveted tickets to the 2024 Paris Olympics, I’ll admit I was sceptical. As someone who is allergic to large crowds and mass tourism, the prospect of attending the world’s most celebrated sporting spectacle created apprehension. With millions of people converging on a city that has a love-hate reputation with visitors, how could this possibly be fun?
Community steps up to help those impacted by landslide
Community steps up to help those impacted by landslide
PHUKET: The strength of community spirit has come to the fore as people step up to help those impacted by the devastating floods and subsequent landslide in Karon.
Norris dominates Verstappen for Dutch pole
Norris dominates Verstappen for Dutch pole
FORMULA ONE: Lando Norris has blitzed home hero Max Verstappen for pole position at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Israeli defence minister declares 48-hour state of emergency
Israeli defence minister declares 48-hour state of emergency
JERUSALEM: Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced a 48-hour nationwide state of emergency from 6:00am local time today (Aug 25), after the Israeli military launched what it called pre-emptive strikes in Lebanon.
Arsenal pass Villa test as Brighton rock Man Utd
Arsenal pass Villa test as Brighton rock Man Utd
FOOTBALL: Arsenal passed an early test of their Premier League title credentials with a 2-0 win at Aston Villa as Manchester United crashed to a last-gasp 2-1 defeat at Brighton yesterday (Aug 24).
Phuket explores models for provincial governor elections
Phuket explores models for provincial governor elections
PHUKET: Key Phuket figures this week attended a seminar aimed at exploring and proposing appropriate models and guidelines for the election of provincial governors.
Prominent virologist says mpox jabs only needed for at-risk groups
Prominent virologist says mpox jabs only needed for at-risk groups
BANGKOK: Mpox vaccines are necessary only for at-risk groups, not the general population, as the disease is less contagious than COVID-19, according to a prominent virologist.
Phuket's Dojo team scale the heights in Bhutan
Phuket's Dojo team scale the heights in Bhutan
MARTIAL ARTS: The school summer holidays are traditionally a time to kick back, relax and take a time out. However, this summer has been anything but a rest period for the students at The Dojo at Blue Tree in Phuket as they continue to fly the flag in national and international competition.
Step by Step: Phuket's property agents out of control
Step by Step: Phuket's property agents out of control
OPINION: In the hallowed halls of Western real estate lore, agents have long borne the ignominious reputation of “snake oil salesmen”, slick charlatans peddling dreams and sweet-talking their way to a commission.