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Darasamut Underpass ‘never fully maintained’, says election candidate
Darasamut Underpass ‘never fully maintained’, says election candidate
PHUKET: The essential safety equipment in the Darasamut Underpass, including the pumps, have never had a full overhaul, a candidate for the upcoming election has claimed.
Dumped by girlfriend, Chumphon man wounds ex, shoots self dead
Dumped by girlfriend, Chumphon man wounds ex, shoots self dead
PHUKET: A Chumphon man shot his girlfriend, wounding her, following their breakup at a house in Wichit last night (May 9), before killing himself with a gunshot to the head.
Trump liable for sexually abusing writer, faces $5 mn damages
Trump liable for sexually abusing writer, faces $5 mn damages
NEW YORK: A US jury yesterday (May 9) found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming an American former magazine columnist and ordered the ex-president to pay her US$5 million (B168mn) in damages.
Kieran decimates rivals for 2nd gold
Kieran decimates rivals for 2nd gold
SEA GAMES: Thailand’s Kieran Tuntivate claimed his second gold medal of the 32nd SEA Games after winning the men’s 5,000 metres title in Phnom Penh yesterday (May 9).
15th charge laid in serial killings case
15th charge laid in serial killings case
BANGKOK: Police laid another charge against alleged serial killer Sararat “Aem” Rangsiwuthaporn yesterday (May 9), saying they had evidence showing she poisoned a 15th victim with cyanide in 2015.
Phuket motorbike rental shops targetted in road safety drive
Phuket motorbike rental shops targetted in road safety drive
PHUKET: Phuket officials have set their sights on inspecting motorbike rental shops as part of the measures to be set out to help reduce the number of deaths and injuries in accidents on Phuket’s roads.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Delayed starts for Phuket schools, Heavy weather warning, Hope for Daniel || May 9
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Delayed starts for Phuket schools, Heavy weather warning, Hope for Daniel || May 9
PHUKET XTRA - May 9 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket Town schools to postpone start of new school year
Phuket Town schools to postpone start of new school year
PHUKET: Seven schools in Phuket Town operated under Phuket City Municipality will not resume classes for the new school year on May 16. Instead, students at the schools will start the new school year on May 29.
Virus curbs set to return to schools
Virus curbs set to return to schools
BANGKOK: The Education and Public Health ministries have been told to ramp up COVID-19 control measures in schools due to concerns over a potential spike in infections when students begin returning to class later this month.
Russia marks Victory Day under shadow of Ukraine setbacks
Russia marks Victory Day under shadow of Ukraine setbacks
MOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin is set to preside over Victory Day celebrations today (May 9) overshadowed by Russia’s battlefield failures in Ukraine, confrontation with the West and fear of new attacks at home.
Soraoat wins but Puripol’s dream ends
Soraoat wins but Puripol’s dream ends
SEA GAMES: Thai sprinter Soraoat Dapbang won the men’s 200m title at the SEA Games in Cambodia yesterday (May 8) as teammate Puripol Boonson’s campaign ended prematurely due to injury.
Hopes float to re-open flooded underpass
Hopes float to re-open flooded underpass
PHUKET: Traffic Police are hoping the Darasamut Underpass will fully re-open by this afternoon (May 9) after more than a day of attempting to clear the tunnel of dangerous flood waters.
Phuket boats ordered to ready for heavy weather fallout
Phuket boats ordered to ready for heavy weather fallout
PHUKET: Phuket Marine Office Chief Nachapong Pranit has ordered all boat operators to check their vessels for seaworthiness ahead of heavy weather forecast for the region from Thursday through Sunday (May 11-14).
Power outages to hit Srisoonthorn, Yacht Haven
Power outages to hit Srisoonthorn, Yacht Haven
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Srisoonthorn and Mai Khao on Thursday (May 11) as work is carried out on developing the high-voltage distribution system.
United effort brings hope for Daniel
United effort brings hope for Daniel
PHUKET: The family of 10-year-old drowning victim Daniel Andreiev is holding onto hope after a united effort by the Phuket community and people from around the world made it possible to airlift him to Bangkok for treatment not available on the island. However, the fight for Daniel’s life is far from over, and more help is needed.
EC vows poll will be error-free
EC vows poll will be error-free
BANGKOK: The Election Commission (EC) has vowed to prevent errors in handling Sunday’s (May 14) poll while accepting criticism over flaws reported in the advance voting.
Thailand women win LPGA International Crown
Thailand women win LPGA International Crown
GOLF: Thailand captured the LPGA International Crown on Sunday (May 7), blanking Australia 3-0 in the championship match to complete a near-perfect run in the global team event at Harding Park.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: First votes cast, Fatal stabbing in Phuket Town, Departure tax ‘will not be imposed’ || May 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: First votes cast, Fatal stabbing in Phuket Town, Departure tax ‘will not be imposed’ || May 8
PHUKET XTRA - May 8 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Water outage to affect residential areas in Sapam, Koh Kaew
Water outage to affect residential areas in Sapam, Koh Kaew
PHUKET: Residents and businesses in Koh Kaew will suffer a water outage on Monday evening (May 8) as workers conduct ‘step tests’ in order to check water-supply pressure in the water mains.
Prayut hits campaign trail in Phuket
Prayut hits campaign trail in Phuket
PHUKET: More than 12,000 people turned out in support of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha at a campaign event at Saphan Hin last night (May 7).