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Court dismisses murder charges in ‘Billy’ activist ‘disappearance’
Court dismisses murder charges in ‘Billy’ activist ‘disappearance’
BANGKOK: A court has dismissed murder charges against four forestry officials over the 2014 disappearance of a prominent land rights activist, citing lack of evidence.
Skål International Phuket Dinner - October
Skål International Phuket Dinner - October
We are delighted to extend an invitation to you for the Monthly Skål International Phuket Dinner, hosted at the exquisite Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort on the 26th of October, from 6pm. 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 van driver fined B5k for abandoning tourists
Phuket van driver fined B5k for abandoning tourists
PHUKET: A Phuket passenger van driver has been fined B5,000 for abandoning two Russian tourists by the side of the road because he did not want to risk driving through a police checkpoint.
US House speaker ejected in brutal, historic rebellion
US House speaker ejected in brutal, historic rebellion
WASHINGTON: Kevin McCarthy was axed yesterday (Oct 3) as speaker of the US House of Representatives in a brutal, historic rebellion by far-right Republicans furious at his cooperation with Democrats.
AN EVENING WITH INTERNATIONAL JAZZ LEGENDS
AN EVENING WITH INTERNATIONAL JAZZ LEGENDS
As part of their Southeast Asia tour, the Jazz legends Chico Freeman, Reto Weber, Heiri Känzig, and Christy Doran will perform a unique concert at Junkyard Theater Phuket. It will be an evening full of energy, creativity, and passion. Let yourself be enchanted by their music and experience an evening that will stay in your memory for a long time. In addition, Reto Weber presents his book „Drummin“
Kohli ready to shine on Cricket World Cup stage
Kohli ready to shine on Cricket World Cup stage
CRICKET: If you can judge a tournament by the number of replica tops sold, the Cricket World Cup in India opening this week already has a winner - home superstar batsman Virat Kohli.
Families endure grief’s ‘open wound’ a year after nursery massacre
Families endure grief’s ‘open wound’ a year after nursery massacre
NA KLANG: Clutching a well-worn teddy named “Little Bear”, Paweenuch Supolwong fiddles with Buddhist amulets hanging heavy on her neck as her grandmother tells of the trauma still afflicting the four-year-old.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 1st elephant rescued in crypto animal welfare project in Phuket! Premier rolls out economic plans || Oct 3
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 1st elephant rescued in crypto animal welfare project in Phuket! Premier rolls out economic plans || Oct 3
PHUKET XTRA - October 3 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Three dead in Siam Paragon mall shooting
Three dead in Siam Paragon mall shooting
BANGKOK: Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy who went on a shooting rampage inside Siam Paragon shopping mall, killing three people and injuring four others this afternoon (Oct 3).
Phuket welcomes Chinese for ‘Golden Week’
Phuket welcomes Chinese for ‘Golden Week’
PHUKET: Phuket officials have started their campaign to welcome Chinese visitors for the ‘Golden Week’, with the hopes the Chinese national holidays will help bring a much-welcomed boost to the island’s tourism industry.
Phuket overstay checks continue
Phuket overstay checks continue
PHUKET: Thirteen people were arrested and charged by immigration officers in Phuket in the past month, according to the Phuket Overstay Report released by Phuket Immigration yesterday (Oct 2)
Trump fraud trial opens in New York, threatening business empire
Trump fraud trial opens in New York, threatening business empire
NEW YORK: A combative Donald Trump lashed out at the judge and attorney general yesterday (Oct 2) on the first day of a trial for civil fraud that could see the former president barred from doing business in New York state.
Srettha urges arms deals delay
Srettha urges arms deals delay
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has asked the armed forces to delay their arms procurement plans for the 2024 fiscal year so the government can spend its budget to help those who are most in need, sources said.
Power outage to affect Cherng Talay
Power outage to affect Cherng Talay
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced a scheduled power outage that will affect an area in Cherng Talay tomorrow (Oct 4).
Stamp makes history with ONE world title win
Stamp makes history with ONE world title win
MMA: ONE Championship returned to the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Saturday (Sept 30) with a historic card as ONE Fight Night 14: Stamp vs. Ham featured three exciting World Title bouts.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Hopes for Chinese golden goose, Premier hears airport plans, Phuketian wins pageant || Oct 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Hopes for Chinese golden goose, Premier hears airport plans, Phuketian wins pageant || Oct 2
PHUKET XTRA - October 2 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Patong widow gets help in fight against termites
Patong widow gets help in fight against termites
PHUKET: Local officials have completed renovations to the home of a 71-year-old widow in Patong whose house had suffered extensive damage by termites.
Phuket Rajabhat students to graduate according to gender identity
Phuket Rajabhat students to graduate according to gender identity
PHUKET: Students at Phuket Rajabhat University, north of Phuket Town, this year will be allowed to graduate by dressing in accordance with their identified gender.
Ukraine left out in cold by US shutdown deal
Ukraine left out in cold by US shutdown deal
WASHINGTON: The future of US aid for Ukraine hangs in the balance after a last-gasp deal to avoid a government shutdown, despite President Joe Biden’s attempts to reassure Kyiv it will get what it needs to fight Russia.
World Cup ‘waiting game’ for South Africa after Tonga victory
World Cup ‘waiting game’ for South Africa after Tonga victory
RUGBY: South Africa all but sealed a spot in the World Cup quarter-finals with a 49-18 victory over Tonga in Marseille yesterday (Oct 1), although there is a slim mathematical chance they still might not even make the knock-out phases.