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UN says Russia still blocking aid to dam breach victims
UN says Russia still blocking aid to dam breach victims
NEW YORK: The United Nations (UN) accused Russia yesterday (June 18) of continuing to block humanitarian aid deliveries to Moscow-controlled areas in eastern Ukraine that have been impacted by the recent Kakhovka dam rupture.
Myanmar talks to go ahead
Myanmar talks to go ahead
BANGKOK: Foreign Affairs Minister Don Pramudwinai has defended informal regional peace talks with Myanmar being hosted by Thailand, saying the kingdom has been affected by the crisis in the neighbouring country and needs to take urgent action to help with peace efforts.
Volleyball in Asia offers promising sponsorship opportunities
Volleyball in Asia offers promising sponsorship opportunities
’The future of Volleyball is in Asia,’ said Volleyball World CEO, Finn Taylor, according to ASN’s just-released Volleyball Asia Market Analysis 2023. While over 50% of volleyball’s global fan base is in Asia, only four countries – Thailand, India, Japan, and China – dominate the sport’s sponsorship income, accounting for 95.8% of the US$24.2 million total. Coming in at fifth place, South Korea achieved just over US$1mn, representing just 5.5% of the total.
Thais impress, but still lose to mighty Serbia
Thais impress, but still lose to mighty Serbia
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand blew a two-set advantage as they lost to world champions Serbia at the Volleyball Nations League 2023 in Brasilia, Brazil, on Friday (June 16).
Padel Tennis competition set to debut in Phuket
Padel Tennis competition set to debut in Phuket
PADEL TENNIS: Blue Tree Phuket is set to host the first recognised Padel Tennis competition in Phuket when “Thai Padel Series 2023” makes its bow on the island next weekend (June 23-25).
TAT collaborates with designers to foster sustainable tourism trends
TAT collaborates with designers to foster sustainable tourism trends
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is joining forces with private agencies to encourage Thai dress designers in developing Thai clothing, aiming to create sustainable tourism trends.
Verstappen on pole in wet Canada ahead of Hülkenberg
Verstappen on pole in wet Canada ahead of Hülkenberg
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen will start the Canadian Grand Prix today (June 18) from pole position ahead of an unexpected Nico Hülkenberg on front row after a mixed-conditions qualifying hour yesterday.
Phuket Governor pushes for Expo 2028 win in Paris
Phuket Governor pushes for Expo 2028 win in Paris
PHUKET: The Governor of Phuket, Narong Woonciew, led the Thailand delegation in Paris on Friday (June 16) as final efforts to promote the province as the preferred candidate to host the Specialised Expo 2028 get underway.
Man shot dead at Bang Wad Dam
Man shot dead at Bang Wad Dam
PHUKET: The body of an elderly man who was shot dead has been found at Bang Wad Dam, police confirmed today (June 17).
Andaman Hotelier event returns to Phuket
Andaman Hotelier event returns to Phuket
PHUKET: Following a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Andaman Hotelier, the largest hospitality trade event held in Southern Thailand, returned yesterday (June 16).
Decision time for Phuket Expo 2028
Decision time for Phuket Expo 2028
PHUKET: This coming Wednesday (June 21) will see the final decision made by authorities as to which city is to host the Specialised Expo 2028 - with Phuket hopeful it will win the nomination.
‘Transformers’ gets a ‘Beastly’ upgrade
‘Transformers’ gets a ‘Beastly’ upgrade
The past few years have been a pretty frustrating time for fans of the Transformers franchise. After the success of 2018’s ‘Bumblebee’ many were expecting more Transformers films to hit cinemas – yet strangely it has taken five years to do so with ‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ finally arriving now. The good news is that it has been well worth the wait.
El Niño likely to propel rice exports
El Niño likely to propel rice exports
BANGKOK: Thai rice exports are likely to surpass 8 million tonnes this year, driven by higher global demand as countries rush to stock up to brace for the effects of the El Niño weather phenomenon, says Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit.
Khao Lak Surf Festival off to a flyer
Khao Lak Surf Festival off to a flyer
SURFING: High energy, impressive manoeuvres and the spirit of competition filled the air on the first day of the Khao Lak Surf Festival 2023, which got underway yesterday (June 16).
Singapore: ‘Premature’ for any Asean talks with Myanmar
Singapore: ‘Premature’ for any Asean talks with Myanmar
WASHINGTON, DC: Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan said yesterday (June 16) that conditions were not yet right for Asean to open high-level talks with Myanmar on the country’s political situation.
EC probe gets 20-day deadline
EC probe gets 20-day deadline
BANGKOK: A 20-day deadline has been imposed on the Election Commission (EC) probe into the alleged violation of the organic law on the election of MPs by Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat, said EC chairman Ittiporn Boonpracong yesterday (June 16).
Panipak makes taekwondo history in Eternal City
Panipak makes taekwondo history in Eternal City
TAEKWONDO: Thai star Panipak Wongpattanakit made history at the 2023 World Taekwondo Grand Prix in Rome, Italy last Sunday (June 11) when she won a gold medal in the women’s 49kg class.
Stranded dolphin rescued, taken into care in Phuket
Stranded dolphin rescued, taken into care in Phuket
PHUKET: A young bottlenose dolphin, which was spotted in Phuket waters on Thursday (June 15), has been successfully rescued and is now receiving treatment at the Phuket Marine Biological Centre (PMBC), as confirmed by the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR).
Major road in Patong to close for two months
Major road in Patong to close for two months
PHUKET: A section of Phra Mettha Rd in Patong, running behing Jungceylon shopping mall, will be closed for all traffic for more than two months starting next Tuesday (June, 20), Patong Police have announced.
B13mn pavilion to honour royal visit at Surin Beach demolished over disrepair
B13mn pavilion to honour royal visit at Surin Beach demolished over disrepair
PHUKET: A pavilion at Surin Beach that was built in 2007 under a budget of B13 million to honour the royal visit of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama 9) to the beach in 1959 has been demolished due to its state of disrepair, an official at Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor) has confirmed.