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TAT anticipates 6mn European visitors
TAT anticipates 6mn European visitors
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects 6 million tourists from Europe this year, roughly 80% of the pre-pandemic total, generating more than B420 billion as part of total revenue of B1.5 trillion by year-end.
History maker Aon claims Phuket Open Bowls Singles title
History maker Aon claims Phuket Open Bowls Singles title
BOWLS: Competition history was made on Monday (Mar 6) as Aon Sampert became both the first female player and first ever Thai competitor to be crowned Phuket Singles Open Champion.
Chalong police avoid corruption investigation
Chalong police avoid corruption investigation
PHUKET: According to Chalong Police, as there is no record of a German tourist being fined for illegally riding a motorbike through the Chalong underpass, there is no action to take over the accusation by the tourist that the policeman who stopped him illegally extorted B2,000 from him by the side of the road.
Blue Tree Cricket Sixes Returns
Blue Tree Cricket Sixes Returns
CRICKET: Following last year’s inaugural Cricket Sixes tournament, Phuket’s Blue Tree will again host the island’s cricketing fraternity on Sunday (Mar 12) for another exciting big-bash extravaganza.
Massive Australia wildfires increased Antarctic ozone hole: study
Massive Australia wildfires increased Antarctic ozone hole: study
PARIS: Smoke from monster wildfires in Australia caused a chemical reaction that widened the ozone hole 10%, researchers said yesterday (Mar 8), raising fears that increasing forest fires could delay the recovery of Earth’s atmospheric protection against deadly UV radiation.
Navy helps clear beach umbrellas at Koh Racha
Navy helps clear beach umbrellas at Koh Racha
PHUKET: Personnel from the Royal Thai Navy Third Area Command, based at Cape Panwa, have assisted Rawai Municipality officials in clearing beach umbrellas and mats from a popular beach at Koh Racha Yai, south of Phuket.
Push for legalisation of sex work, benefits for women
Push for legalisation of sex work, benefits for women
BANGKOK: Women’s rights groups in Bangkok yesterday (Mar 8) called for the decriminalisation of sex work in the country, along with a range of broader measures supporting women.
PPAO by-elections to affect Thepkrasattri, Sakhu, Cherng Talay
PPAO by-elections to affect Thepkrasattri, Sakhu, Cherng Talay
PHUKET: Elections will be held in selected areas in Thepkrasattri, Sakhu and Cherng Talay next month as residents in the subdistricts elect new representatives for the Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (PPAO) council.
Grow Boating Evening
Grow Boating Evening
We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Boardwalk Bistro and Bar at the Phuket Boat Lagoon from 5pm on Friday the 7th of April. We are delighted to announce that our drinks sponsor for the evening will be Simpson Yacht Charter who specialize in bareboat, luxury crewed yacht and superyacht charter across Asia. See www.simpsonyachtcharter.com There will be a delicious finger food buffet sponsored by the Boardwalk Bistro & Bar for all attendees and if you are still hungry then there will be burgers for just 100 baht. As always, all your favourite beverages will be available from the bar. Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee and if you know anyone you think would be interested in coming, please invite them along. A special thanks to our Media Partners The Phuket News and Live 89.5 Radio.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Hospital parking dispute leads to murder charges, Prison time for duck calendar || March 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Hospital parking dispute leads to murder charges, Prison time for duck calendar || March 8
PHUKET XTRA - March 8 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Police probe death of Belgian tourist in tuk-tuk argument in Patong
Police probe death of Belgian tourist in tuk-tuk argument in Patong
PHUKET: Patong Police are trying to unravel what led to the death of a 31-year-old Belgian tourist allegedly slipped and fell while coming to the assistance of his friend who was in the middle of an argument with a tuk-tuk driver.
Woman suffers serious injuries as motorbike slams into power pole
Woman suffers serious injuries as motorbike slams into power pole
PHUKET: A 31-year-old woman yet to regain consciousness was rushed to hospital after the motorbike she was riding slammed into a roadside power pole in Koh Kaew in the early hours of this morning (Mar 8).
Muay Thai included in European Games
Muay Thai included in European Games
MUAY THAI: The traditional That combat sport Muay Thai, or Thai boxing, has gained wider recognition internationally with the Europeon Olympic Committee’s decision to include it as a competitive sport at the European Games in Poland from June 21-July 2, acting government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri said yesterday (Mar 7).
Foreigners urged to join Rh-negative blood drive
Foreigners urged to join Rh-negative blood drive
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration is supporting a Phuket Red​ Cross blood-donation drive focussing on foreigners, particularly those with Rh-negative blood, to be held at Central Festival Phuket later this month.
Thailand and Malaysia discuss peace process in deep south
Thailand and Malaysia discuss peace process in deep south
BANGKOK: Negotiations to bring peace to Thailand’s southern border provinces have been making gradual progress, with the 4th Army chief and Malaysia’s chief negotiations facilitator engaging in further discussions last week.
Saisunee triumphs against all the odds
Saisunee triumphs against all the odds
WHEELCHAIR FENCING: Chances are most people won’t be overly familiar with the sport of wheelchair fencing and therefore the likelihood of the name Saisunee Jana ringing any bells is almost zero. However, her story is one of triumph over tragedy, of battling the odds and overcoming adversity, a testament to the true capabilities of the human spirit.
China lashes out at US, warns of ‘conflict and confrontation’
China lashes out at US, warns of ‘conflict and confrontation’
BEIJING: China lashed out at the United States yesterday (Mar 7), accusing Washington of stoking tensions between the two powers and warning of “conflict and confrontation”.
Man jailed for selling ‘Yellow Duck’ calendars
Man jailed for selling ‘Yellow Duck’ calendars
NEW YORK: A criminal court in Thailand sentenced a man to three years in prison for selling satirical calendars that authorities allege defamed the monarchy, further chilling free speech in the country, Human Rights Watch said today (Mar 8).
Scotland’s Gilchrist to miss rest of Six Nations after ban
Scotland’s Gilchrist to miss rest of Six Nations after ban
RUGBY: Grant Gilchrist will miss the rest of Scotland’s Six Nations campaign after being handed a three-week ban following his red card against France, tournament chiefs announced on Monday (Mar 6).
An Evening of Music for Violin and Guitar
An Evening of Music for Violin and Guitar
Phuket School of Music presents, An Evening of Music for Violin and Guitar: Saturday, 18 March 2023, 6:30pm PSM Recital Studio Recital by Ms Anastasia Kiseleva, featuring works by Bach, Scheidler, Paganini, Sarasate and Piazzolla. With guest artists, Ms Anna Konoplova and Mr Gladwin Pantastico Ticket: 400 Baht Online Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-of-music-for-violin-and-guitar-tickets-576430869247?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb For ticketing and more information, Call 076603940, WhatsApp +66931019051 Line: phuket-music Email: admin@phuket-music.com