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Harris accepts Democratic nomination with pledge of ‘new way forward’
Harris accepts Democratic nomination with pledge of ‘new way forward’
CHICAGO: Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic presidential nomination in Chicago yesterday (Aug 22) before a rapturous crowd, pledging a “new way forward” if she beats Republican Donald Trump in November’s blockbuster election.
All nine aboard Chachoengsao plane crash feared dead
All nine aboard Chachoengsao plane crash feared dead
CHACHOENGSAO: Rescuers found no survivors at the site of a small plane crash in Chachoengsao yesterday (Aug 22) following an 11-hour search operation.
One dead in Phuket landslide as heavy rains cause widespread floods
One dead in Phuket landslide as heavy rains cause widespread floods
PHUKET: One person have died, four people have been injured and 250 households have been damaged by heavy rain overnight that caused widespread flooding across the island and a landslide in Karon.
Pita heading back to Harvard
Pita heading back to Harvard
BANGKOK: Pita Limjaroenrat, an assistant campaigner for the People’s Party, will return to Harvard University where he once studied to become a Democracy Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School.
Andaman Trail Phuket run confirmed
Andaman Trail Phuket run confirmed
TRAIL RUNNING: Dates for this year’s Andaman International Trail Running (AITR) event in Phuket have been confirmed, organisers have announced.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Toilet snake attack, Bangla confrontation prompts calls for safety, PPAO election prep || Aug 22
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Toilet snake attack, Bangla confrontation prompts calls for safety, PPAO election prep || Aug 22
PHUKET XTRA - August 22 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket readies for PPAO election
Phuket readies for PPAO election
PHUKET: The Phuket office of the Election Commission of Thailand (PEC) has reported its findings on a public feedback survey on redrawing the boundaries of constituencies for seats on the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) Council ahead of the PPAO Council election to be held in December.
Hoteliers oppose B280mn package for online travel agents
Hoteliers oppose B280mn package for online travel agents
BANGKOK: Thai hoteliers are opposed to the Cabinet's approval of B280 million to support tourism packages provided by online travel agents (OTAs), fearing most of the income would flow out to foreign platforms, while local operators cannot reap benefits.
Phuket health office issues ‘mpox’ advisory
Phuket health office issues ‘mpox’ advisory
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) has shared a national advisory by the Department of Disease Control for the public to be aware of signs of monkeypox.
Australia launches plan to build missiles domestically
Australia launches plan to build missiles domestically
SYDNEY: Australia unveiled a US$570 million (B19.5 billion) deal to build missiles domestically today (Aug 22), a bid to beef up military capabilities amid a regional arms race.
Scrotum takes snake’s fancy
Scrotum takes snake’s fancy
SAMUT PRAKAN: A Samut Prakan man making his morning visit to the toilet was startled yesterday (Aug 21) by a sudden, sharp pain in his testicles after he sat down.
TAT launches week-long Phuket culture fest
TAT launches week-long Phuket culture fest
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat last night was present for the informal opening of the ‘VIJITR 5 Regions @Phuket’ festival, which begins on Saturday (Aug 24).
Thailand to kick off 2025/26 MotoGP seasons
Thailand to kick off 2025/26 MotoGP seasons
MOTO GP: The 2025 and 2026 MotoGP seasons will begin in Thailand, marking the first time in over 25 years the championship starts in Southeast Asia, organisers announced yesterday (Aug 21).
Bhumjaithai leaders accused of forest park land grab
Bhumjaithai leaders accused of forest park land grab
BANGKOK: Lawyer Pattharpong Supassorn submitted a petition to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) yesterday (Aug 22) against Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul and the party secretary-general Chaichanok Chidchob over their alleged involvement in land encroachment in Khao Kradong Forest Park of Buriram.
Phuket delegation returns from China wastewater tour
Phuket delegation returns from China wastewater tour
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat and a delegation of government and private sector leaders have returned from a visit to three major cities in China to engage in discussions and explore collaborations on wastewater management and waste disposal systems.
Phuket airport officials face ‘royal sticker’ corruption probe
Phuket airport officials face ‘royal sticker’ corruption probe
PHUKET: Airports of Thailand (AoT) President Kerati Kijmanawat has ordered disciplinary action be taken against the Deputy Director of Phuket International Airport and three other senior employees following an investigation into alleged corrupt practices involved in a contract to install see-through stickers at the airport in honour of HIs Majesty the King.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: State to finance Patong Tunnel, Cab driver stabbed by one of his own, Cable thieves || Aug 21
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: State to finance Patong Tunnel, Cab driver stabbed by one of his own, Cable thieves || Aug 21
PHUKET XTRA - August 21 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Tourists assaulted on Bangla prompts public outcry
Tourists assaulted on Bangla prompts public outcry
PHUKET: Another incident of violence on Bangla Rd, Patong, this time early this morning (Aug 21), has drawn attention and criticism after a video clip of the incident was shared widely on social media.
China’s ‘growing authoritarianism’ won’t stop with Taiwan: Lai
China’s ‘growing authoritarianism’ won’t stop with Taiwan: Lai
TAIPEI: Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te warned today (Aug 21) that China’s “growing authoritarianism will not stop with” the island and urged democratic countries to unite to curb its expansion.
Thai economy ‘nearly in crisis’
Thai economy ‘nearly in crisis’
BANGKOK: Thailand’s economy is nearly in crisis due to declining exports and uncompetitive manufacturing, caretaker Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Wednesday (Aug 20).