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MI5, FBI chiefs warn over China in rare joint address
MI5, FBI chiefs warn over China in rare joint address
LONDON: The heads of MI5 and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warned yesterday (July 6) about China’s commercial espionage thrust in the West, in a rare joint address at the British intelligence service’s London headquarters.
Vachira continues walk-in COVID jabs
Vachira continues walk-in COVID jabs
PHUKET: Vachira Phuket Hospital in Phuket Town is continuing its walk-in COVID vaccinations freely available to Thais and foreigners throughout July.
‘Robin Hood’ in underpants arrested for stealing Banana phones
‘Robin Hood’ in underpants arrested for stealing Banana phones
NAKHON NAYOK: A male burglar who wore only underpants while stealing mobile phones from Banana IT stores late at night, and gave many away to homeless people, was put through a crime scene re-enactment yesterday (July 6) - but police made sure he was fully clothed.
Another life-saving win for F1’s quiet achievements
Another life-saving win for F1’s quiet achievements
FORMULA ONE: Zhou Guanyu’s horror cartwheeling crash at the British Grand Prix last Sunday (July 3) has generated headlines, but it’s F1’s constant crusade for better safety that should be stealing the show.
Hotel fees exemption extended for two years
Hotel fees exemption extended for two years
PHUKET: The Cabinet has agreed to extend the exemption period for hotel business fees for another two years, from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2024, Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, has confirmed.
Phuket marks 29 new COVID cases, one death
Phuket marks 29 new COVID cases, one death
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 29 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (July 6), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 53,688.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Governor allays Phuket tsunami concerns, Foreigners vs visa scammers || July 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Governor allays Phuket tsunami concerns, Foreigners vs visa scammers || July 6
PHUKET XTRA - July 6 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
EXAT Governor in Phuket for B30bn expressway survey
EXAT Governor in Phuket for B30bn expressway survey
PHUKET: Surachet Laophulsuk, Governor of the Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT), was in Phuket on Monday (July 4) to lead the first public feedback hearing on the plans to build the B30 billion Muang Mai-Koh Kaew-Kathu Expressway.
Phuket Governor addresses tsunami fears
Phuket Governor addresses tsunami fears
PHUKET: The Governor of Phuket, Narong Woonciew, has responded to people’s concerns of a possible tsunami warning after several recent key incidents increased residents’ anxiety.
July 4 gunman charged with seven counts of murder
July 4 gunman charged with seven counts of murder
HIGHLAND PARK: A 21-year-old man who allegedly opened fire on a July 4 parade in a wealthy Chicago suburb while disguised in women’s clothing was charged with seven counts of first-degree murder yesterday (July 5), prosecutors said.
Army pitch in to repair vulnerable residents’ housing
Army pitch in to repair vulnerable residents’ housing
PHUKET: The 4th Area Army yesterday (July 5) handed over 10 houses that they had repaired and renovated to vulnerable members of the local community in Mai Khao.
Officials assure Phuket is prepared for tsunami warning
Officials assure Phuket is prepared for tsunami warning
PHUKET: Phuket Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM-Phuket) Chief Udomporn Kan has assured that Phuket is prepared to respond in case of a tsunami warning.
Salah signs new Liverpool deal as Ronaldo wants away
Salah signs new Liverpool deal as Ronaldo wants away
FOOTBALL: Jurgen Klopp said Mohamed Salah’s best years are still ahead of him after the Liverpool star ended speculation over his future by signing a new contract last Friday (July 1).
Phuket marks 29 new COVID cases, one death
Phuket marks 29 new COVID cases, one death
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 29 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (July 5), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 53,659.
Chinese investors courted
Chinese investors courted
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has invited the Chinese to scale up their investment in Thailand, saying the country’s strategic location perfectly positions it as a hub for regional logistics.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Khao San ’pot hub’ plans dashed?Captain & crew rescue as boat sinks in storm || July 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Khao San ’pot hub’ plans dashed?Captain & crew rescue as boat sinks in storm || July 5
PHUKET XTRA - July 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Expats caught up in Phuket visa scams face being forced to leave the country
Expats caught up in Phuket visa scams face being forced to leave the country
PHUKET: Victims of visa scams whose permits to stay have expired more than 90 days will be asked to leave the country, according to one of the people who attended a meeting at Phuket Immigration last Friday (July 1).
Crew rescued as cargo boat sinks in storm
Crew rescued as cargo boat sinks in storm
PHUKET: A captain and seven crewmen on a cargo boat were rescued near Koh Khai yesterday (July 4) after their boat sank in heavy seas while heading for Phi Phi Island.
Nicobar tremors total 17 in less than 24 hours
Nicobar tremors total 17 in less than 24 hours
PHUKET: The series of underwater earthquakes off the coast of the Nicobar Islands, some 600km northeast of Phuket have continued since yesterday, with officials so far recognising 17 tremors in less than 24 hours.
BMA says ‘no’ to pot hub at Khao San Rd
BMA says ‘no’ to pot hub at Khao San Rd
BANGKOK: The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has firmly rejected calls from business owners to turn Khao San Road into Thailand’s cannabis hub.