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Governor meets Chinese consul over tourist slashed
Governor meets Chinese consul over tourist slashed
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew met with Li Chenglong, the regional consular representative of the Chinese government, today (Feb 7) to discuss the action taken by officials over the incident that saw a Chinese tourist slashed by a Phuket tour agency owner.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Toddler rescued from well, Tourist slashed by Phuket tour shop owner || February 7
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Toddler rescued from well, Tourist slashed by Phuket tour shop owner || February 7
PHUKET XTRA - February 7 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Skål International Phuket Dinner at Albatross Cafe
Skål International Phuket Dinner at Albatross Cafe
Former President Robert de Graff is mine host at his eponymous Albatross Cafe overlooking the lagoon at Laguna--and it’s a very special occasion. It was almost 25-year’s-ago on 1 April 1998, that Robert opened Albatross Cafe. Robert assures us he has a few surprises up his sleeve during the evening. Skalleagues and guests can rest assured of a superb meal in one of Phuket’s finest settings, overlooking the tranquil lagoon as Robert and Odd and their experienced team cater to every whim. And, if it rains, don’t worry. You can move under cover.
Phuket labour shortage easing
Phuket labour shortage easing
PHUKET: The critical labour shortage in Phuket, especially in the hotels and hospitality sector, is easing, with only about 3,000-4,000 positions vacant remaining to be filled, Kongsak Khoopongsakorn of the Phuket Chamber of Commerce has revealed.
Man City charged by Premier League for alleged rule breaches
Man City charged by Premier League for alleged rule breaches
FOOTBALL: Manchester City could be docked points or even expelled from the Premier League after the English champions were charged with more than 100 breaches of financial rules yesterday (Feb 6).
Over 100 cops to be charged over illegal visas
Over 100 cops to be charged over illegal visas
BANGKOK: More than 100 immigration officers are suspected of involvement in the illegal issuing of visas for Chinese investors in so-called grey businesses, Immigration Bureau (IB) commissioner Pol Lt Gen Pakphumpipat Sajjaphan said yesterday (Feb 6).
‘Engine surge’ likely cause of Azur Air incident
‘Engine surge’ likely cause of Azur Air incident
PHUKET: A retired expat with 50 years’ experience in the aviation industry has suggested that an ‘engine surge’ was the most likely cause of the Incident that saw a fully loaded flight bound for Moscow abort takeoff at Phuket International Airport last Saturday (Feb 4).
Chinese tour group flights arrive in Phuket
Chinese tour group flights arrive in Phuket
PHUKET: The first group tour direct flight from Mainland China to Phuket landed yesterday (Feb 6), the first day that group tour companies were allowed by the Chinese government to provide full-package tours to 20 countries.
Thai cadets break world record with mass martial arts ritual
Thai cadets break world record with mass martial arts ritual
MUAY THAI: Thousands of Thai army cadets, university students and a handful of volunteers performed a record-breaking Muay Thai “wai khru” ceremony yesterday (Feb 6), all under the watchful eyes of six massive statues of former kings.
Earthquake kills more than 3,800 in Turkey, Syria
Earthquake kills more than 3,800 in Turkey, Syria
TURKEY: A major earthquake struck Turkey and Syria yesterday (Feb 6), killing more than 3,800 people and flattening thousands of buildings as rescuers dug with bare hands for survivors.
Mainland buyers seek quick move amid zero-COVID fears
Mainland buyers seek quick move amid zero-COVID fears
BANGKOK: Ready-to-move-in condos in Thailand are attracting Chinese buyers as the majority of them want to speed up relocation to the country due to concerns over the future of Beijing’s zero-COVID policy.
Non-Thais skew EC map: Wissanu
Non-Thais skew EC map: Wissanu
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam yesterday (Feb 6) suggested that the Election Commission (EC) ask the Constitutional Court for a ruling after its calculation of the number of people represented per MP was found to include non-Thai nationals.
Tour agency fined B500k, suspended 6 months
Tour agency fined B500k, suspended 6 months
PHUKET: A female tour agent in Kata who slashed a Chinese tourist with a knife will have her company fined the maximum B500,000 and have her company’s tourism business licence suspended for six months.
Chinese tourist slashed by Phuket tour shop owner
Chinese tourist slashed by Phuket tour shop owner
PHUKET: Police have charged the female owner of a small tour shop in Kata for slashing a Chinese tourist with a knife after refusing to refund the full outstanding deposit for a tour the Chinese tourist and his family did not go on.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket flight woes, Hotels warned over environmental reports, Thai dish is ‘12th worst’ || February 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket flight woes, Hotels warned over environmental reports, Thai dish is ‘12th worst’ || February 6
PHUKET XTRA - February 6 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Power outages to affect Thepkrasattri Rd, Tambon Thepkrasattri
Power outages to affect Thepkrasattri Rd, Tambon Thepkrasattri
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced power outages that will affect a section of Thepkrasattri Rd in Thalang as well as key residential areas in Tambon Thepkrasattri tomorrow (Feb 7)
Thailand’s corruption ranking improves
Thailand’s corruption ranking improves
BANGKOK: According to the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International, Thailand’s corruption standing improved by 9 places to 101st out of 180 countries, compared to 110th in 2021.   National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) Secretary-General Niwatchai Kasemmongkol said on Saturday (Feb 4) Thailand scored 36 points, an increase from 35 points in the previous year. Denmark topped the list as the world’s best performer with a score of 90 points, followed by Finland and New Zealand with 87 points each, reports NNT. Singapore was the best-performing Asian country, ranked 4th globally with 83 points. According to Niwatchai, Thailand also received higher scores in last year’s assessments from the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook and the World Economic Forum, increasing from 39 to 43 and 42 to 45 points, respectively. Niwatchai stated that the Thai government has taken a more serious approach to deal with bribery by reforming its project approval system by scrapping bureaucratic red tape and reducing official discretion. The NACC has also developed information technology and communication systems to support anti-corruption efforts, such as its agency case monitoring system, as well as promoting public participation to aid in efforts to combat corruption in the country.
Away day joy as Six Nations gets underway
Away day joy as Six Nations gets underway
RUGBY: The 2023 Six Nations started with a trio of away wins as defending champions France were pushed all the way by Italy after Scotland had spoilt England’s first match under Steve Borthwick and Ireland wrecked Warren Gatland’s Wales homecoming.
COVID becoming seasonal, annual vaccination will suffice
COVID becoming seasonal, annual vaccination will suffice
BANGKOK: COVID-19 will become seasonal and vaccination should be annual for vulnerable people, while mRNA vaccination produces more complications than earlier introduced vaccines, according to a prominent virologist.
Chinese travel companies resume full operations
Chinese travel companies resume full operations
BANGKOK: Chinese travel agencies will today (Feb 6) resume outbound group tours to 20 countries including Thailand, following the relaxation of rules governing personal foreign travel at the beginning of the year.