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PM Srettha praises Phuket safety demonstrations
PM Srettha praises Phuket safety demonstrations
PHUKET: Thai media was agog today (Dec 1) with the arrival of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to oversee a marine safety demonstration aimed at convincing tourists that Phuket is a safe destination for people to spend their holidays.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Pa Khlok road expansion meant to alleviate traffic jams; New taxi deal at Ratsada Pier || Dec 1
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Pa Khlok road expansion meant to alleviate traffic jams; New taxi deal at Ratsada Pier || Dec 1
PHUKET XTRA - Dec 1 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Woman hit by truck in Chalong
Woman hit by truck in Chalong
PHUKET: Police are yet to reveal if any charges have been pressed against an unnamed truck driver after he hit a woman on Patak Rd. in Chalong earlier this week. The woman was taken to hospital unconscious but still having pulse.
New deal struck for taxis at Ratsada Pier
New deal struck for taxis at Ratsada Pier
PHUKET: The ‘green plate’ taxi drivers stationed at Ratsada Pier will get 70% of all passengers, namely tourists, looking to use a taxi at the key tourist portal under a new deal announced yesterday (Nov 30).
Arsenal plot long stay at Premier League summit
Arsenal plot long stay at Premier League summit
FOOTBALL: Arsenal are back on top of the Premier League with ambitions to stay there as they host Wolves this weekend while champions Manchester City play faltering Tottenham.
B1.6bn to be spent on Pa Khlok road expansion
B1.6bn to be spent on Pa Khlok road expansion
PHUKET: More than B1.6 billion will be spent on expanding the road through Pa Khlok to help alleviate traffic congestion on the island, Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has confirmed.
Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan dies aged 65
Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan dies aged 65
DUBLIN: Shane MacGowan, songwriter and lead singer of Celtic folk-punk band The Pogues, died early yesterday (Nov 30) at the age of 65 after a long illness, his widow announced, prompting a flood of tributes.
Patong Hill road repairs completed
Patong Hill road repairs completed
PHUKET: The repairs to the section of road over Patong Hill that suffered from subsidence underneath the road surface have been completed and the both lanes heading to Patong are now open.
Phuket airport holds firefighting exercise
Phuket airport holds firefighting exercise
PHUKET: People witnessing dark smoke billowing from near Phuket International Airport yesterday (Nov 30) have no reason for concern as the airport’s Fire and Rescue Department conducted its regular fire drill, Phuket Airport General Manager Monchai Tanode has explained
CAAT clarifies routine return of Chinese airlines’ flight slots
CAAT clarifies routine return of Chinese airlines’ flight slots
BANGKOK: The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has insisted that the return of flight slots by Chinese airlines is a routine practice and should not be interpreted as flight cancellations.
Hamas open to truce extension as US urges Gaza ‘safe’ zones
Hamas open to truce extension as US urges Gaza ‘safe’ zones
TEL AVIV: Hamas is willing to further extend a truce for hostage and prisoner exchanges, a source close to the militant group said yesterday (Nov 30), as the United States urged Israel to set up safe zones for Gaza civilians as a pause in their deadly war neared expiry.
No news on Thaksin
No news on Thaksin
BANGKOK: Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, an adviser to the Committee on Budgeting Study and Budget Administration Follow-up of the Parliament, is demanding that the government provide an update on the health of convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra and clarify matters regarding his incarceration.
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 100 Lifeguards around Phuket, More Thai hostages released as 17 return home || Nov 30
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 100 Lifeguards around Phuket, More Thai hostages released as 17 return home || Nov 30
PHUKET XTRA - Nov 30 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Prayut becomes privy councillor
Prayut becomes privy councillor
BANGKOK: His Majesty the King has appointed former prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha a privy councillor.
Election for Kathu Mayor announced
Election for Kathu Mayor announced
PHUKET: An election for residents of Tambon Kathu to vote for a new Kathu Mayor will be held in January, the Phuket office of the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT Phuket) has announced.
Repairs continue on Patong Hill road
Repairs continue on Patong Hill road
PHUKET: Motorists are still asked to exercise caution while driving over Patong Hill into Phuket’s busiest tourism town, Patong, while repairs continue on the section of road shoulder that collapsed due to subsidence yesterday (Nov 29).
Skål International Phuket Dinner - December
Skål International Phuket Dinner - December
As the year draws to a close, we invite you to join us for the grand finale of 2023—a night of camaraderie, exquisite dining, and a touch of spirit at The Distillery Phuket. This exclusive event is tailor-made for hoteliers, tourism, and travel professionals. It’s an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate in an atmosphere that perfectly mirrors the spirit of Skål International. To find out more visit - facebook.com/SkalPhuket
Phuket beaches covered by 100 lifeguards
Phuket beaches covered by 100 lifeguards
PHUKET: Phuket officials have reported that there are 100 lifeguards to cover all the main beaches in Phuket, ahead of the prime minister’s visit to Phuket to review a marine safety demonstration tomorrow (Dec 1).
Phuket Jewelry Fair 2024
Phuket Jewelry Fair 2024
Phuket Chamber of Commerce will host the Phuket Jewelry Fair during 31 January to 4th of February 2024. Held at the Floresta Mini Convention Hall Central Phuket, visitors will enjoy the jewels and gems gallery by the leading Phuket brand jewelry, a Diamonds & Ruby Fashion Show, seminar from The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (G.I.T), plus free real gems verification by G.I.T. For more info please visit picphuket.com/phuketjewelryfair