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Gunman murders at least 30 in nursery attack
Gunman murders at least 30 in nursery attack
NONG BUA: A former police officer armed with a gun and a knife stormed a nursery in Nong Bua in northeast Thailand today (Oct 6), shooting dead at least 30 people including children before killing himself and his family, police said.
Phi Phi Islands under new ‘special service’ entry fees
Phi Phi Islands under new ‘special service’ entry fees
PHUKET: The Phi Phi Islands national park areas and other popular national park destinations for Phuket tourists have been included in a list of national parks that now charge foreigners extra for entry.
MICE hit by manpower shortages
MICE hit by manpower shortages
BANGKOK: The MICE (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) segment in Thailand is seeing a strong rebound this year, but local operators are struggling to prepare enough manpower to serve the market, says the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (TICA).
Title celebrations on hold for Mad Max after Singapore stumble
Title celebrations on hold for Mad Max after Singapore stumble
FORMULA ONE: What goes around comes around. Max Verstappen might do well to reflect on that maxim after turning in his worst performance of the season at the Singapore Grand Prix last Sunday (Oct 2) and squandering his first chance to seal the drivers championship.
Power outage to affect Nai Yang
Power outage to affect Nai Yang
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial electricity Authority has announced another power outage that will affect a small area in Nai Yang tomorrow (Oct 6) as workers continue to upgrade and repair power lines in the area.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fireworks, smoke, and spirits mark the end of 2022 Phuket Vegetarian Festival || October 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fireworks, smoke, and spirits mark the end of 2022 Phuket Vegetarian Festival || October 5
PHUKET XTRA - October 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: Chris Howson || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Laguna Health Expo
Laguna Health Expo
Laguna Phuket and BDMS are pleased to invite you to a one-day Health Expo in Canal Village (at the new Lifestyle Hub) on the 15th October from 09.00am to 03.00pm. As our new Wellness and Medical clinic by BDMS will open early next year, we want to give you a preview of some of the treatments that will be available in Laguna Wellness by BDMS clinic and introduce you to some of our doctors! Join the health talks and do a FREE health screening! 1️⃣ 10.00am to 11.00am: "Regenerative medicine for a better quality of life" - Dr. Yuwaluk Phewnuan, MD. Anti-aging Medicine 2️⃣ 11.00am to 12.00pm: “Better vision for a better life” - Dr. Fonthip Na Pombejara, MD. Oculoplastic Surgery 3️⃣ 1.30pm to 3.00pm: “Men’s health: erectile dysfunction” - Dr. Suebpong Angchoun, MD. General Surgery On top on this, if you’re a resident of Laguna Phuket, you can register for a FREE consultation with Dr.Yuwaluk - MD. Anti-aging Medicine. Book your slot in advance:
Kamala taxi drivers vow to end violence
Kamala taxi drivers vow to end violence
PHUKET: To prevent more violent reactions by taxi queue drivers in Kamala, discussions led by Phuket officials yesterday (Oct 4) tabled having 15 locations designated as pick-up and drop-off points for passengers using “other transport services”.
Atthaya rises to world number 2
Atthaya rises to world number 2
GOLF: Thai teenager Atthaya Thitikul has climbed to a career-high No.2 in the world rankings, thanks to a win and a top-four finish on the LPGA Tour in the past two weeks.
Blaze of firecrackers, fireworks, mark Veg Fest final night
Blaze of firecrackers, fireworks, mark Veg Fest final night
PHUKET: Thousands of people lined the streets of Phuket Town and took part in the final mass ceremony of Phuket Vegetarian Festival involving street processions with the ‘Farewell Ritual’ at Saphan hin last night (Oct 4).
Police charge 15-year-old boy after fatal hit-and-run
Police charge 15-year-old boy after fatal hit-and-run
NAKHON RATCHASIMA: A 15-year-old boy who drove a BMW through a red light and killed an engineering graduate at an intersection in Muang district on Sept 30 reported to police to hear the charges yesterday (Oct 4).
Small fishing boat left adrift safely rescued
Small fishing boat left adrift safely rescued
PHUKET: Four Chinese businessmen on a fishing trip in a small boat south of Phuket have been safely brought ashore after their boat suffered engine failure overnight.
Saudi desert megacity to host Asian Winter Games
Saudi desert megacity to host Asian Winter Games
ASIAN GAMES: Saudi Arabia was chosen yesterday (Oct 4) to host the 2029 Asian Winter Games at a US$500 billion futuristic megacity in the desert that planners say will feature a year-round winter sports complex.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Taxi ‘beef’ brings suspensions, Phuket reservoirs filled to the brim || October 4
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Taxi ‘beef’ brings suspensions, Phuket reservoirs filled to the brim || October 4
PHUKET XTRA - October 4 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: Chris Howson || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Unsafe abortion prevention added to national healthcare system
Unsafe abortion prevention added to national healthcare system
BANGKOK: The government has added unsafe abortion prevention services to the national healthcare system, to assist Thai women of all ages who find it necessary to terminate their pregnancy.
Phuket Governor hosts Indonesian delegation
Phuket Governor hosts Indonesian delegation
PHUKET: Officials welcomed the Consul-General of the Republic of Indonesia, Songkhla Province, to Phuket yesterday (Oct 3) as part of a meeting to promote and discuss good relations.
Lorong Shrine leads last day of Phuket Veg Fest processions
Lorong Shrine leads last day of Phuket Veg Fest processions
PHUKET: Mah Song and devotees from the popular Lorong Shrine, also called the Sui Bun Tong Shrine, held its street procession this morning (Oct 4), marking the last street procession to be held in Phuket Town during the day for this year’s Phuket Vegetarian Festival.
Grab taxi deemed ‘unauthorised’, driver fined, suspended over Kamala incident
Grab taxi deemed ‘unauthorised’, driver fined, suspended over Kamala incident
PHUKET: The woman Grab taxi driver whose car was damaged by an angry taxi queue driver in front of Cafe del Mar in Kamаla last Saturday night (Oct 1) has been fined B2,000 and suspended for 30 days for using an “unauthorised” application for providing taxi services.
32 children died in Indonesia stadium disaster, police chief sacked
32 children died in Indonesia stadium disaster, police chief sacked
MALANG: At least 32 children died in Indonesia’s stadium crush, an official said yesterday (Oct 3), as police moved to punish those responsible for one of the deadliest disasters in football history.
‘No closures’ when virus hits schools
‘No closures’ when virus hits schools
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Education have announced a new set of control measures for schools and universities, stating that school closures may no longer be necessary after the coronavirus’ reclassification.