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Drivers warned illegal to splash pedestrians
Drivers warned illegal to splash pedestrians
PHUKET: Drivers have been warned that splashing pedestrians could land them with a fine of up to B10,000 or even three months’ jail.
Nearly 9,000 Ukrainian troops killed so far, says Kyiv
Nearly 9,000 Ukrainian troops killed so far, says Kyiv
KYIV: Nearly 9,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed since Russia invaded, the country’s top military officer said yesterday (Aug 22), as Moscow accused Kyiv over the assassination of the daughter of a leading hardliner.
Lift off for ten Hag as United beat Liverpool
Lift off for ten Hag as United beat Liverpool
FOOTBALL: Erik ten Hag secured his first win as Manchester United manager as goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford beat Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford yesterday (Aug 22).
Hairdresser charged after unhappy customers fatally stabbed
Hairdresser charged after unhappy customers fatally stabbed
PATHUM THANI: The owner of a hair salon has surrendered to police and was being held in custody after an unhappy customer and her husband were stabbed to death over the weekend.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Masseurs hoping for happy ending || August 22
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Masseurs hoping for happy ending || August 22
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Power outages to affect Cape Panwa, Srisoonthorn, Cherng Talay
Power outages to affect Cape Panwa, Srisoonthorn, Cherng Talay
PHUKET: Phuket offices of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) have announced three separate power outages to affect Cape Panwa, Srisoonthorn Rd and Cherng Talay areas tomorrow (Aug 23) while work is carried out upgrading the local electricity distribution network.
TAT expects 7.5mn foreign arrivals in second half
TAT expects 7.5mn foreign arrivals in second half
BANGKOK: Thai tourism in the second half is expected to draw 7.5 million foreign arrivals and contribute B403 billion baht to the economy, according to a market forecast by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
WET N’ WILD BEACH LAGOON PARTY
WET N’ WILD BEACH LAGOON PARTY
Flights between Thailand and China likely to increase in Sept
Flights between Thailand and China likely to increase in Sept
BANGKOK: Passenger flights between Thailand and China could see a five-fold increase in September, as authorities discuss adding more scheduled flights between the two countries.
Kata beach road to close for music festival
Kata beach road to close for music festival
PHUKET: The beach road in Kata will be closed to traffic from midday tomorrow (Aug 23) as the Karon Municipality readies to hold its Kata Beach Life Festival.
Man City fightback denies Newcastle, Mendy howler rocks Chelsea
Man City fightback denies Newcastle, Mendy howler rocks Chelsea
FOOTBALL: Manchester City staged a thrilling fightback as the Premier League champions rescued a 3-3 draw against Newcastle, while Edouard Mendy’s embarrassing blunder condemned Chelsea to a 3-0 defeat at Leeds yesterday (Aug 21).
Singapore to repeal colonial-era law against gay sex: PM
Singapore to repeal colonial-era law against gay sex: PM
SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced yesterday (Aug 21) Singapore will repeal a colonial-era law criminalising gay sex, though he maintained that the government will continue to “uphold” marriage as being between a man and a woman.
Department softens truck seat belt rule
Department softens truck seat belt rule
BANGKOK: Strict punishment, including a B2,000 fine, for passengers sitting in a truck’s cabin or its cargo bed without a seat belt will no longer apply when a new law takes effect on Sept 5, the Department of Land Transport (DLT) said yesterday (Aug 21).
Health officials warn against intensified dengue outbreaks
Health officials warn against intensified dengue outbreaks
BANGKOK: Health authorities have voiced their concern about the threat of dengue fever during the current rainy season. The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has indicated the illness is now being increasingly found in the adult population.
Man found hanged on banyan tree in Thalang
Man found hanged on banyan tree in Thalang
PHUKET: Police are investigating the circumstances leading to a man being found hanged in Srisoonthorn today (Aug 21).
It’s time to laugh again!
It’s time to laugh again!
Taipan has been a popular Patong nightclub now for over 23 years. Its events manager, Mark Cameron, kindly invited me to what was to be the first comedy show there for three years because of the COVID pandemic. 
Usyk shatters Joshua by split decision in heavyweight rematch
Usyk shatters Joshua by split decision in heavyweight rematch
BOXING: Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk won his rematch against Anthony Joshua by split decision in Saudi Arabia this morning (Aug 21) to set up a potential unification bout with Britain’s Tyson Fury.
More rain forecast for Phuket, Andaman coast
More rain forecast for Phuket, Andaman coast
PHUKET: The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather warning for heavy rain in around 40 Thai provinces, including those on the Andaman coast.
Arsenal power into first place, Kane makes history
Arsenal power into first place, Kane makes history
FOOTBALL: Arsenal swept to the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 win at Bournemouth that extended their perfect start to the season, while Harry Kane made history in Tottenham’s 1-0 victory over Wolves yesterday (Aug 20).
Anyone Can Drown. No one should.
Anyone Can Drown. No one should.
World Drowning Prevention Day, declared by the United Nations in April 2021, is observed annually on July 25. This global advocacy event serves as an opportunity to highlight the tragic and profound impact of drowning on families and communities and to encourage organisations and individuals to offer life-saving solutions to prevent drowning.