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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Canadian ex-soldier pleads guilty to contract killing in Phuket, 1 Million school dropouts || July 4
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Canadian ex-soldier pleads guilty to contract killing in Phuket, 1 Million school dropouts || July 4
PHUKET XTRA - July 4 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Fisherman warns of extortion at Kalim beach
Fisherman warns of extortion at Kalim beach
PHUKET: A local fisherman has come forward, seeking justice after a man allegedly acted like a mafia, collecting tolls and threatening tourists with a machete at Kalim Beach.
Sinner, Alcaraz advance as Osaka slumps on Centre Court return
Sinner, Alcaraz advance as Osaka slumps on Centre Court return
TENNIS: Title rivals Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz reached the Wimbledon third round yesterday (July 3) as Japanese superstar Naomi Osaka was demolished on her return to Centre Court after a five-year absence.
Phuket holds workshop to boost maritime tourism safety skills
Phuket holds workshop to boost maritime tourism safety skills
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Office held a hands-on workshop for tour boat personnel yesterday (July 3) as part of a project aimed at elevating the safety standards of maritime tourism within the ‘Andaman Tourism Development Zone’.
Skål International Phuket Dinner - July
Skål International Phuket Dinner - July
We are delighted to invite you to our Skal monthly dinner, hosted by Sue Ultmann, Executive Manager of Baan Rim Pa restaurant. Since 1989, Baan Rim Pa has been serving its multi-award-winning Royal Thai and local cuisine to guests from around the world. Perched on the side of a cliff facing the Andaman Sea with panoramic views across the bay of Patong, it is the ideal location for this months Skal dinner. Limited parking is available outside and opposite the restaurant. We recommend taking a taxi. Registration 6pm. Members THB 1200. Non-Members THB 1600. To find out more visit - facebook.com/SkalPhuket
White House says zero chance Biden will withdraw
White House says zero chance Biden will withdraw
WASHINGTON: Joe Biden is “absolutely not” pulling out of the White House race, his spokeswoman said yesterday (July 3), as pressure mounted on the president following his disastrous debate performance against Donald Trump.
Killer of Canadian gangster in Phuket pleads guilty
Killer of Canadian gangster in Phuket pleads guilty
BANGKOK: A Canadian ex-soldier has pleaded guilty to his involvement in the February 2022 murder of Canadian gangster Jimi Sandhu in Phuket.
Thais face Aussies in ASEAN U16 title clash
Thais face Aussies in ASEAN U16 title clash
FOOTBALL: Thailand coach Jadet Meelarp is worried about the fitness of his players ahead of their ASEAN U16 Boys Championship title showdown with Australia in the Indonesian city of Surakarta today (July 4).
Lor Rong Market inspected for price gouging
Lor Rong Market inspected for price gouging
PHUKET: Officials from the Phuket Provincial Commercial Office, along with the Sanitation and Environmental Health Department of Phuket City Municipality, inspected Chamcha Market, also known as Lor Rong Market, in Phuket Town yesterday (July 3) to ensure prices were displayed correctly and that market vendors were complying with food hygiene guidelines.
Government seeks to assist 1m school dropouts
Government seeks to assist 1m school dropouts
BANGKOK: The government will launch a project to find and assist children who have dropped out of school after finding more than 1 million students had ceased their formal education prematurely.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket infrastructure woes suffer from Bangkok neglect, Black-smoke pickup halted || July 3
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket infrastructure woes suffer from Bangkok neglect, Black-smoke pickup halted || July 3
PHUKET XTRA - July 3 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket readies for royal sacred water ceremony
Phuket readies for royal sacred water ceremony
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat, joined by Vice Governors and other senior provincial officials, yesterday (July 2) conducted a full rehearsal of the royal ceremony to draw water from sacred wells in Phuket, to be used the formal celebrations of His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday on July 28.
Phuket Drum Circle 12th Anniversary
Phuket Drum Circle 12th Anniversary
The Phuket Drum Circle celebrates 12 years of age. It is the only free/public drum circle in Asia with a year-round schedule, a Facebook page, and a website. Are you ready to get down? Mark your calendar, book a plane ticket if you’re abroad, and join us in this rhythm revolution! Naiharn Beach is waiting for you. The 12th anniversary is on Sunday, July 21 from 4:30 pm till after sunset, and beyond... - If you bring food or drinks, please bring a trash bag. - In case of rain the drum circle will be at the Lakeside Bar, a lovely place across the lake. It is about 500 meters from the beach location.
Brit arrested at airport on embezzlement charge, four foreigners charged with overstay
Brit arrested at airport on embezzlement charge, four foreigners charged with overstay
PHUKET: A 37-year-old British man has been arrested at Phuket International Airport while trying to enter the country on a new passport, as he was wanted on an arrest warrant for a charge of embezzlement issued to his old passport.
US Regulator Approves Eli Lilly Alzheimer’s Drug
US Regulator Approves Eli Lilly Alzheimer’s Drug
WASHINGTON: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a drug made by Eli Lilly yesterday (July 2) that is designed to treat the early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.
Police praised for halting black-smoke pickup
Police praised for halting black-smoke pickup
PHUKET: Cherng Talay Police have been praised for stopping one pickup truck billowing black smoke after the pickup drove past Cherng Talay Police Station.
Turkey set up Euros quarter-final with Dutch after thrilling win over Austria
Turkey set up Euros quarter-final with Dutch after thrilling win over Austria
FOOTBALL: Turkey will face the Netherlands in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 after winning a thriller with Austria 2-1 yesterday (July 2) as both countries reached the last eight of a European Championship for the first time since 2008.
Senate election results delayed
Senate election results delayed
BANGKOK: The Election Commission (EC) did not announce the official results of the Senate election as originally planned yesterday (July 2), as more time is needed to handle numerous complaints about dubious qualifications of some senators-elect, according to an EC source.
Inbound duty-free shops to be closed
Inbound duty-free shops to be closed
BANGKOK: The Cabinet says duty-free shops in arrivals areas of international airports will be closed to encourage more spending by visitors in domestic stores, with projections for up to B3.5 billion a year of new local retail spending.
The Pros and Cons of Technology in Education
There is a lot of controversy surrounding technology in education. Today, we will analyze the pros and cons of being technologically advanced in class.