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Louise sets record as women’s pro golf youngest ever winner
Louise sets record as women’s pro golf youngest ever winner
GOLF: Avid followers of local golf and keen readers of The Phuket News will need no introduction to Louise Landgraf, the young amateur golfing prodigy who has been trailblazing through the sport over recent years.
Over 230 dead, 850 hurt in horrific train collision in India
Over 230 dead, 850 hurt in horrific train collision in India
BALASORE: A tragic collision in Odisha state, eastern India, on Friday night (June 2), has resulted in the death of at least 233 people, with more than 850 others injured, according to Pradeep Jena, the state’s Chief Secretary.
Injured turtle rescued in Phang Nga, recovers in Phuket
Injured turtle rescued in Phang Nga, recovers in Phuket
PHUKET: An injured olive ridley sea turtle was discovered at Thai Mueang Beach in Phang Nga province on Thursday (June 1) and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the Phuket Marine Biological Centre (PMBC). The young turtle lost one of its flippers after getting entangled in fishing nets, wildlife experts believe.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket fugitive resurfaces, Kathu Police officers transferred after raids, Military reform || June 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket fugitive resurfaces, Kathu Police officers transferred after raids, Military reform || June 2
PHUKET XTRA - June 2 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Registration concludes for June 11 royal events in Phuket
Registration concludes for June 11 royal events in Phuket
PHUKET: Dozens of Phuket residents are expected to join the two ceremonies in Phuket on June 11 and witness in person His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana, who will lead both official ceremonies.
Motorists warned of months-long road closure in Samkong
Motorists warned of months-long road closure in Samkong
PHUKET: The westbound section of Yaowarat Rd, spanning from the T-junction with Pracha-Uthit 1 Rd to Lotus’s Extra in Samkong, is set to undergo a complete closure for a duration of nearly eight months starting from June 12.
Tourist from Kazakhstan drowns at Kata Beach
Tourist from Kazakhstan drowns at Kata Beach
PHUKET: A 24-year-old tourist from Kazakhstan has been confirmed dead after being pulled unconscious from the rough surf at Kata Beach in Karon yesterday (June 1).
One dead, one injured after sports coupe wipes out motorcycle in Phuket
One dead, one injured after sports coupe wipes out motorcycle in Phuket
PHUKET: A Phuket motorcyclist was killed, and an Audi TT driver was injured after a road accident involving a luxury vehicle in Pa Khlok in the early hours of today (June 2).
Guardiola puts City on red alert as United threaten treble bid in FA Cup final
Guardiola puts City on red alert as United threaten treble bid in FA Cup final
FOOTBALL: Pep Guardiola has warned his Manchester City stars that Manchester United are capable of wrecking their treble dreams in tomorrow’s (June 3) FA Cup final.
Reception for British nationals living in Phuket
Reception for British nationals living in Phuket
British nationals living in Phuket are warmly invited to meet with HM Consul, Joanne Finnamore-Crorkin. This will be a great opportunity for British nationals living in Phuket to meet in person with HM Consul, based at the British Embassy in Bangkok and discuss the support and help the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office can provide to British nationals if they get into difficulty whilst living or travelling abroad. Admission by free ticket via EventBrite only. Scan QR code to apply. As numbers are restricted, we are only able to issue one ticket to one British national per family. You will be required to present your passport and event ticket for admission. Refreshments will be served.
Kathu Police transferred after nightclub raids
Kathu Police transferred after nightclub raids
PHUKET: The Kathu Police Chief and four other senior officers at Kathu Police Station have been temporarily transferred pending an investigation after two nightclubs in Kathu were raided by administration officials for late trading and serving alcohol to teenagers.
Interpol fugitive wanted for killing Brit in Phuket surfaces in Norway
Interpol fugitive wanted for killing Brit in Phuket surfaces in Norway
PHUKET: Roger Bullman, an international fugitive wanted on an Interpol Red Notice for the murder of British tourist Amiptal Bajaj at a Phuket resort in 2019, has resurfaced in his home country of Norway.
Forest conservation project honours Her Majesty the Queen’s upcoming birthday
Forest conservation project honours Her Majesty the Queen’s upcoming birthday
PHUKET: Officials from the Royal Thai Navy organised a tree planting exercise yesterday (June 1) to honour the upcoming birthday of Her Majesty the Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana.
GPO touts new drug to help quit smoking
GPO touts new drug to help quit smoking
BANGKOK: The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) has unveiled a locally developed cytisine - an alkaloid that occurs naturally in certain plants - that can help people quit smoking, reduce treatment costs and potentially save over B12 million in imported drugs.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Airport taxi driver slams into tree, Phuket nightclub raids, Pita shares case continues || June 1
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Airport taxi driver slams into tree, Phuket nightclub raids, Pita shares case continues || June 1
PHUKET XTRA - June 1 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
More than 1,000 foreigners in Phuket caught for visa overstay
More than 1,000 foreigners in Phuket caught for visa overstay
BANGKOK: More than over 1,000 foreigners have been apprehended for overstaying their visas due to the collaborative efforts of the Phuket Immigration Office and 800 accommodation providers on the resort island, reports state news agency NNT.
Council gives nod to cull top brass
Council gives nod to cull top brass
BANGKOK: The Defence Council has approved a reform plan for the armed forces which includes a proposal to cut the number of generals by half by 2027, Col Jittanat Punnotok, a deputy Defence Ministry spokesman, said yesterday (May 31).
Cash prizes on offer at free to enter Khao Lak surfing competition
Cash prizes on offer at free to enter Khao Lak surfing competition
SURFING: Keen surfers have the chance to enter an upcoming competition in Phang Nga free of charge and stand the chance to win cash prizes, organisers confirmed yesterday (May 31).
Nightclubs in Kathu raided for late trading
Nightclubs in Kathu raided for late trading
PHUKET: Officers from Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) supported by personnel from the Volunteer Defense Corps (OrSor) have raided two nightclubs in Kathu for late trading, causing a public disturbance and serving alcohol to minors. The bars were also charged for operating without the correct permits.
Myanmar man drowns in Layan
Myanmar man drowns in Layan
PHUKET: The body of a Myanmar man who was last seen being swept away by a canal in Cherng Talay was found washed ashore at Layan Beach yesterday (May 31).