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PM eyes visa shift to draw more talent
PM eyes visa shift to draw more talent
BANGKOK: The government has set out to boost the country’s competitiveness by becoming a hub for skilled foreign workers as part of a long-term strategy to spur and sustain economic growth.
DMCR confirms coral bleaching off Racha islands
DMCR confirms coral bleaching off Racha islands
PHUKET: A survey by the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) has confirmed coral bleaching at reefs off the Racha islands, south of Phuket.
British tourist killed in motorbike accident
British tourist killed in motorbike accident
PHUKET: A British tourist died after the motorbike he was riding crashed into a another motorbike and a pickup truck in Patong early this morning (June 5).
Modi celebrates victory, but falls short of landslide
Modi celebrates victory, but falls short of landslide
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s political alliance won India’s weeks-long general election yesterday (June 4), but the opposition said voters had sent a clear message after his Hindu nationalist party lost its parliamentary majority for the first time in a decade.
No need for COVID boosters
No need for COVID boosters
BANGKOK: Most people do not need to get a booster against the latest strain of COVID-19, except for vulnerable groups and the unvaccinated, as the symptoms are relatively mild and the vaccine must be paid for, according to virologist Yong Poovorawan.
New overseas income rules
New overseas income rules
BANGKOK: The Revenue Department is preparing to amend a law to collect taxes from individuals who have income from abroad, even if that income is not brought into the country.
Father accused of raping his daughter, 11
Father accused of raping his daughter, 11
PHUKET: Police are investigating a report of a father repeatedly raping his daughter, now 11 years old, at a house in Ratsada.
Thai boxers secure Paris Olympics slots
Thai boxers secure Paris Olympics slots
OLYMPICS: Baison Maneekon, Thailand’s 75kg powerhouse, made history by qualifying for the Olympic Games for the second time on Sunday (Jun 2).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Billion baht Russian network dismantled in Phuket, Phuket Airport’s new terminal || June 4
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Billion baht Russian network dismantled in Phuket, Phuket Airport’s new terminal || June 4
PHUKET XTRA - May 31 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket ramps up ‘Pride Month’ celebrations
Phuket ramps up ‘Pride Month’ celebrations
PHUKET: Phuket Pride activities began in Patong on Saturday (June 1), marking the start of a month of celebrating the LGBTQI+ community in Phuket and all over the world.
New state company to run provincial airports
New state company to run provincial airports
BANGKOK: Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT) is studying the creation of a subsidiary to operate small airports to be handed over by the loss-ridden Department of Airports under the government’s plan to stabilise state coffers.
Russian man in care after ‘manic episode’ in Karon
Russian man in care after ‘manic episode’ in Karon
PHUKET: A 44-year-old Russian man has been taken into hospital care after an episode described as ‘mania’ in his hotel room in Karon yesterday (June 3).
Chelsea appoint Leicester’s Enzo Maresca as new boss
Chelsea appoint Leicester’s Enzo Maresca as new boss
FOOTBALL: Chelsea have appointed Leicester boss Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a five-year deal to replace the departed Mauricio Pochettino.
Modi eyes triumph as India counts epic vote
Modi eyes triumph as India counts epic vote
NEW DELHI: Vote counting began in India’s election today (Jun 4), with Prime Minister Narendra Modi all but assured a triumph for his Hindu nationalist drive that has thrown the opposition into disarray and deepened concerns for minority rights.
Phuket to host ‘Southern Halal Expo’
Phuket to host ‘Southern Halal Expo’
PHUKET: The Andaman Phuket Muslim Women’s Association together with the Phuket Muslim Friendly Club will host its ’Southern Halal Expo & Tourism’ event to help stimulate tourism during the low season.
Rigging claim hits Senate poll
Rigging claim hits Senate poll
BANGKOK: The Election Commission (EC) yesterday (June 3) vowed to urgently probe a claim made by caretaker senator Somchai Swangkarn that up to 149 senate election candidates have already been named winners at the district and provincial levels ahead of the forthcoming election of 200 new senators, saying if the alleged collusion to manipulate the election results is proved to be true all parties found involved will face immediate legal action.
Thais target two victories in World Cup qualifiers
Thais target two victories in World Cup qualifiers
FOOTBALL: The Thailand national football team left for China on Sunday (June 2) with their head coach Masatada Ishii promising an all-out effort to win their remaining two Group C games of the Asian zone qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
Phuket honours Her Majesty The Queen’s Birthday
Phuket honours Her Majesty The Queen’s Birthday
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat led a merit-making ceremony at the Phuket Auditorium this morning (June 3) to honour the 46th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Suthida.
Patong fruit shop owner shoots wife ‘by accident’ over her affair with hired help
Patong fruit shop owner shoots wife ‘by accident’ over her affair with hired help
PHUKET: A fruit shop owner in Patong has told police that he shot his wife ’by accident’. He had fired at the ceiling in anger over his wife having an affair with hired help. The bullet ricocheted and injured her, he claimed.
Myanmar man killed in collision with motorbike driven by Israeli tourist
Myanmar man killed in collision with motorbike driven by Israeli tourist
PHUKET: A 25-year-old Myanmar man died after the motorbike he was riding was struck by ‘big bike’ driven by a 20-year-old Israeli tourist in Patong early this morning (June 3).