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Girl’s foot trapped in escalator at mall
Girl’s foot trapped in escalator at mall
BANGKOK: The mother of the girl, whose name was withheld, told reporters that she, along with her husband and daughter, were coming down the escalator after visiting the children’s playground at Megabangna. As they were about to step off, her daughter suddenly fell when her right shoe got stuck in the escalator.
‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ a true epic
‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ a true epic
When director Martin Scorsese decides to work with Leonardo DiCaprio on a project, the result is normally nothing short of spectacular. Together in the past the duo have made screen classics such as ‘Gangs Of New York’, ‘The Aviator’, ‘The Departed’, ‘Shutter Island’ and ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’. Now the pair come together for a seventh time to make the dramatic ‘Killers of The Flower Moon’.
TAT upbeat as Thailand named ’Best Destination – Asia Pacific’
TAT upbeat as Thailand named ’Best Destination – Asia Pacific’
BANGKOK: The Kingdom of Thailand was named the ’Best Destination – Asia Pacific’a’ while two renowned hotels in Bangkok have been honored with other prestigious awards at the Travel Weekly Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2023.
Traffic jams expected as Chinese shrines raise lantern poles
Traffic jams expected as Chinese shrines raise lantern poles
PHUKET: Motorists are advised to plan their trips in advance and be extra careful near Chinese shrines this afternoon (Oct 14) when devotees will be raising Go Teng poles, welcoming the Jade Emperor and the Nine Emperor Gods to descend from the heavens.
Israel promises to help return Thais while war escalates
Israel promises to help return Thais while war escalates
BANGKOK/GAZA: Israeli Ambassador to Thailand Orna Sagiv assured Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Israel’s commitment to assist in securing the release of 16 Thai hostages held by Hamas and to support the Thai government’s efforts to repatriate its citizens from Israel.
Four killed in road accident en-route to Phuket
Four killed in road accident en-route to Phuket
PHUKET: A relative of ex-Governor Narong Woonciew and three other people have lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Phang Nga province while en route to Phuket for the three-day holidays.
Polking wants better after Georgia humiliation
Polking wants better after Georgia humiliation
FOOTBALL: Thailand coach Mano Polking said the War Elephants must be better prepared for their next warm-up game against Estonia after they were humiliated 8-0 by Georgia on Thursday (Oct 12).
Phuket marks Navamindra Maharaj Day, honours King Bhumibol
Phuket marks Navamindra Maharaj Day, honours King Bhumibol
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat led a series of mass ceremonies yesterday (Oct 13) to commemorate the passing of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great (Rama IX), who passed away on this day seven years ago. The memorial day since this year is known as Navamindra Maharaj Day.
Honouring the Gods
Honouring the Gods
Months of preparations and weeks of cleaning will come to fruition Saturday evening (Oct 14) as devotees raise Go Teng poles high into the air so that the Jade Emperor and the Nine Emperor Gods may descend from the heavens and walk the Earth while the Phuket Vegetarian Festival for this year takes place over the following nine days.
PM Srettha to visit China next week
PM Srettha to visit China next week
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will pay an official four-day visit to China next week. During the Oct 16-19 visit he will also attend the 3rd Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation in Beijing where Chinese President Xi Jinping will deliver a keynote speech, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).
Photo and Video Editing Software is Helping Non-Native Speakers Reach Worldwide Audiences
Photo and Video Editing Software is Helping Non-Native Speakers Reach Worldwide Audiences
In 2023 connectivity is the name of the game, and as anyone online now has the ability to reach audiences around the world, it’s now more important than ever to create content that translates across the board. Whether you are running a business, are hoping to establish yourself as a brand, or you simply want to share your experiences with all different people, it pays to ensure that your content is both accessible and understandable. Right now, photo and video editing software is one of the key tools to have when English isn’t your native language (or you are trying to enter into markets that don’t speak your language).
Another Siam Paragon shooting victim dies
Another Siam Paragon shooting victim dies
BANGKOK: A 30-year-old woman, one of the five people injured in the Siam Paragon shooting by a 14-year-old boy on Oct 3, died early on Friday (Oct 13) morning, ten days after the incident, according to media reports.
Two wild elephants electrocuted
Two wild elephants electrocuted
SURAT THANI: A woman has been charged with violating the Wildlife Conservation and Protection Act after two wild elephants were electrocuted by a live wire stretched around her durian plantation to protect her fruit trees.
Free ‘Smart Bus’ shuttle in Phuket Town for Veg Fest
Free ‘Smart Bus’ shuttle in Phuket Town for Veg Fest
PHUKET: The Phuket ‘Smart Bus’, an electric vehicle, will be providing a free shuttle service in Phuket Town during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival, which starts on Sunday (Oct 15). If the ‘pilot project’ is deemed successful, the bus might be called on to continue to operate in Phuket Town.
Thailand kicks off countdown to Moto GP
Thailand kicks off countdown to Moto GP
MOTO GP: The 15-day countdown to the OR Thailand Grand Prix 2023 began on Wednesday (Oct 11) as Thailand geared up to host the world-class motorcycling event for the fourth time.
Veg Fest vendors warned against price gouging
Veg Fest vendors warned against price gouging
PHUKET: The chief of the Phuket Provincial Commerce Office has warned restaurant operators, food vendors and fresh produce suppliers that not displaying prices clearly may land them with a fine of up to B10,000.
Police launch Veg Fest safety campaign
Police launch Veg Fest safety campaign
PHUKET: Region 8 Police launched their public safety campaign for the Phuket Vegetarian Festival yesterday (Oct 12), with an assembly, a parade and display of weapons seized as part of the national effort to crack down on firearms.
Big Cleaning Day in Rawai to honour King Bhumibol
Big Cleaning Day in Rawai to honour King Bhumibol
PHUKET: More than 200 people joined a ‘Big Cleaning Day’ at the sea gypsy village in Rawai yesterday (Oct 12) held to honour the late King Bhumibol (Rama IX) and clean the area.
Trang woman caught with 5,000 meth pills
Trang woman caught with 5,000 meth pills
PHUKET: Thalang Police have arrested a 49-year-old woman from Trang who was found with 5,000 methamphetamine tablets (ya bah).
Cricket proposed for inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Cricket proposed for inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
CRICKET: The sport of cricket could feature in the Olympics for the first time since 1900 after organisers of the 2028 Los Angeles Games recommended its inclusion.