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Phuket wins 10 gold medals at the 48th National Games
Phuket wins 10 gold medals at the 48th National Games
NATIONAL GAMES: Athletes representing Phuket have emerged with great credit at the 48th National Games in Kanchanaburi after securing an overall 40-medal haul.
Beach debris investigation underway
Beach debris investigation underway
PHUKET: Karon Mayor has confirmed that officials are still trying to identify the debris that washed ashore at Karon Beach yesterday (Aug 30).
Phuket Highways Chief details B115mn spent on major projects
Phuket Highways Chief details B115mn spent on major projects
PHUKET: ​​In a bid to enhance transparency and curb corruption, Phuket Highways Office Chief Yutthana Phitak was called on by the ‘Phuket Good Governance Committee’ (PGGC) yesterday (Aug 30) to detail major projects his office is undertaking.
China’s Baidu rolls out ChatGPT rival to public
China’s Baidu rolls out ChatGPT rival to public
BEIJING: China’s Baidu rolled out its ChatGPT rival ERNIE Bot to the public today (Aug 31), in a major leap for the country’s tech sector as it aims to cash in on the global artificial intelligence gold rush.
Thais start with thumping victory
Thais start with thumping victory
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand got off to a great start in their opening Pool A match at the Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship at Korat Chatchai Hall in Nakhon Ratchasima last night (Aug 30) as they beat Australia 3-0 (25-14, 25-16, 25-22).
Navy Commander-in-Chief bids farewell in Phuket
Navy Commander-in-Chief bids farewell in Phuket
PHUKET: Admiral Cherngchai Chomchoengphaet, Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy, visited the Royal Thai Navy Third Area Command at Cape Panwa yesterday (Aug 30) as he continued his tour of Naval bases to say farewell ahead of his retirement.
Delivery riders seek crash aid
Delivery riders seek crash aid
BANGKOK: A group of delivery motorcycle riders has called on the Ministry of Labour to provide them with legal protection and financial compensation if they are involved in road accidents.
Yue Restaurant & Bar Grand Opening at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town
Yue Restaurant & Bar Grand Opening at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Yue Restaurant & Bar, a captivating Chinese culinary destination. Join us as we celebrate the fusion of timeless Cantonese flavors with modern chic design, inspired by both Chinese culture and Phuket’s industrial heritage.
Price checks for Por Tor Festival
Price checks for Por Tor Festival
PHUKET: Officers from the Phuket Provincial Commerce Office are conducting checks among retailers for evidence of price gouging amid a spike in demand for products used in observing the Por Tor Festival.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tragedy at the Phuket International Airport, Metal debris found at Karon Beach || August 30
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tragedy at the Phuket International Airport, Metal debris found at Karon Beach || August 30
PHUKET XTRA - August 30 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket airport chief confirms app taxis welcome from Sept 1
Phuket airport chief confirms app taxis welcome from Sept 1
PHUKET: Monchai Tanode, General Manager of Phuket International Airport, today (Aug 30) announced that taxi drivers who are hired through ride-sharing apps will be allowed to pick up passengers at Phuket International Airport, starting this Friday (Sept 1).
Aircraft-like debris washes ashore at Karon
Aircraft-like debris washes ashore at Karon
PHUKET: Police have yet to confirm whether a large curved sheet of metal with fixtures attached to it that was found washed ashore at Karon Beach earlier today (Aug 30) was part of an aircraft.
Roads to be affected for Phuket Tri Iyara triathlon
Roads to be affected for Phuket Tri Iyara triathlon
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Tourism and Sports Office is calling for motorists to exercise caution on the roads as athletes take part in the Phuket Tri Iyara triathlon to be held in the northern reaches of the island on Sept 10.
Australian tourist dies in jump from airport carpark
Australian tourist dies in jump from airport carpark
PHUKET: A 50-year-old Australian tourist has died after jumping from the sixth floor of the airport car parking building, police have confirmed.
Thai spikers aim for 3rd Asian title
Thai spikers aim for 3rd Asian title
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand begin their 2023 Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship campaign today (Aug 30) when they take on Australia in the opening Pool A match in Nakhon Ratchasima.
PM discusses tourism boost with airlines
PM discusses tourism boost with airlines
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has met with representatives from the aviation sector to prepare for the high tourism season which is expected to peak in the last quarter of 2023. 
Air pollution greatest global threat to human health, says benchmark study
Air pollution greatest global threat to human health, says benchmark study
WASHINGTON: Air pollution is more dangerous to the health of the average person on planet Earth than smoking or alcohol, with the threat worsening in its global epicenter South Asia even as China fast improves, a study showed yesterday (Aug 29).
Power outages to affect Nai Yang, Pa Khlok areas
Power outages to affect Nai Yang, Pa Khlok areas
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced power outages that will affect homes and businesses at Nai Yang Beach and Baan Para in Pa Khlok tomorrow (Aug 31).
Thaksin prepares bid for royal pardon
Thaksin prepares bid for royal pardon
BANGKOK: A lawyer for Thaksin Shinawatra is preparing all necessary documents to seek a royal pardon for the former prime minister.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: All taxi app drivers to be allowed at Phuket Airport, Patong drainworks continue || August 29
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: All taxi app drivers to be allowed at Phuket Airport, Patong drainworks continue || August 29
PHUKET XTRA - August 29 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand