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Nigerian monkeypox patient arrested in Cambodia
Nigerian monkeypox patient arrested in Cambodia
PHUKET: Osmond Chihazirim Nzerem, 27, the Nigerian man reported as the first person in Thailand to be confirmed infected with monkeypox, and who has been missing from Phuket since Tuesday (July 19), has been arrested in Cambodia.
Big cleanup before BIE Expo inspection visit
Big cleanup before BIE Expo inspection visit
PHUKET: Local municipalities are conducting major cleanups of key areas across the island as part of the preparations for an inspection visit by representatives of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) next week.
Impressive Sadom shines at St Andrews
Impressive Sadom shines at St Andrews
GOLF: Amidst the excitement of the thrilling finish to the British Open at St Andrews last Sunday (July 17), won in scintillating fashion by Australia’s Cameron Smith, we should not overlook the fine performance of Thai golfer Sadom Kaewkanjana who finished in joint 11th place in his first appearance in the championship.
Joint Chambers Phuket Sundowners - Business Briefing
Joint Chambers Phuket Sundowners - Business Briefing
AustCham Thailand, in collaboration with partner Chambers, invite you to attend a business briefing on “Moving Forward with Yacht Charters”. Join us for a discussion on the current charter status for foreign registered yachts and general business considerations in light of current developments. Free of charge for AustCham members, partner Chambers’ members, and Australian Alumni Members. For registration code for Australian Alumni members, please contact AustCham team at 02 109 9616 or email to office@austchamthailand.com Please register in advance, as walk-ins are not allowed for this event . Limited spaces, please book early to avoid disappointment
Phuket police dodge reports monkeypox patient found in Sa Kaeo
Phuket police dodge reports monkeypox patient found in Sa Kaeo
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police Commander Maj Gen Sermphan Sirikong has responded to reports online saying that the Nigerian man wanted for absconding from Phuket while infected with monkeypox has been found in Sa Kaeo province, on the Cambodian border, saying authorities did not yet have the man in custody.
‘Official Competition’ for a courageous laugh
‘Official Competition’ for a courageous laugh
Actors are vain humans who are all about themselves and directors are strange individuals who will do anything, no matter how crazy, in order to bring their artistic dream alive. It seems strange that that would be the point that a film is trying to make yet that is exactly what we find with Mariano Cohn (The Man Next Door) and Gaston Duprat (The Artist) brand-new film ‘Official Competition’.
Ex-Trump aide Bannon found guilty of contempt of Congress
Ex-Trump aide Bannon found guilty of contempt of Congress
WASHINGTON DC: A federal jury found Donald Trump’s former aide Steve Bannon guilty of contempt of Congress yesterday (July 22) for defying a subpoena to testify before lawmakers investigating the assault on the US Capitol.
Prayut defends weapons deals
Prayut defends weapons deals
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha insisted the government will purchase submarines and F-35 fighter jets as he defended the country’s military spending on the last day of the censure debate on Friday.
Ronaldo in limbo as Europe’s elite turn their backs on Man Utd star
Ronaldo in limbo as Europe’s elite turn their backs on Man Utd star
FOOTBALL: Cristiano Ronaldo faces an uncertain future after the Manchester United striker’s attempt to force his way out of Old Trafford failed to spark the expected rush for his signature.
Phuket marks 16 new COVID cases, one death
Phuket marks 16 new COVID cases, one death
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 16 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (July 22), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 54,017.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket monkeypox case, Cannabis could generate 43 billion baht by 2025 || July 22
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket monkeypox case, Cannabis could generate 43 billion baht by 2025 || July 22
PHUKET XTRA - July 22 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket monkeypox man on the run
Phuket monkeypox man on the run
PHUKET: Officials in Phuket are trying to track down the 27-year-old Nigerian man recognised as the first confirmed monkeypox infection in the country after he left his rented accommodation in Patong on Tuesday (July 19).
Life-saving skills get a boost at The Good Shepherd School
Life-saving skills get a boost at The Good Shepherd School
The Good Shepherd School in Phuket Town welcomed Vincent Modell, Senior First Aid Trainer from Basic Life Support Phuket, yesterday (July 21) as he arrived to teach young students some basic life-saving skills.
BA 2.75 in Phuket no cause for alarm, assures island health chief
BA 2.75 in Phuket no cause for alarm, assures island health chief
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) Chief Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon has assured that there is no cause for alarm after a man tested positive for the BA 2.75 strain of COVID-19 after returning to Trang after meeting with foreigners on the island.
Tourism ministry anticipates B1.2trn revenue without stimulus
Tourism ministry anticipates B1.2trn revenue without stimulus
BANGKOK: Tourism revenue this year may total B1.2 trillion, below the government’s target of B1.5trn, if there are no additional support or stimulus schemes as the fiscal budget for tourism in 2023 has been heavily cut, according to Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakan.
Ukraine grain deal expected Friday as Russian gas flows resume
Ukraine grain deal expected Friday as Russian gas flows resume
KYIV, UKRAINE: Ukraine and Russia are set to sign a deal Friday to unblock grain exports and relieve a global food crisis, as a critical Russian gas pipeline to Europe reopened.
Chadchart takes flak for freak floods in city
Chadchart takes flak for freak floods in city
BANGKOK: The heavy downpours on Wednesday night (July 20) that crippled much of Bangkok have unleashed a torrent of criticism and counter-criticism of Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt’s ability to fight the city’s flooding problems.
Pressure on Mercedes to save its 2022 season
Pressure on Mercedes to save its 2022 season
FORMULA ONE: Mercedes is halfway through a crucial month that will decide the fate of its troubled 2022 car, but it’s made little progress towards understanding its ultimate potential.
Phuket marks 20 new COVID cases, one death
Phuket marks 20 new COVID cases, one death
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 20 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (July 21), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 54,001.
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