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Expanding NATO squares up to Russia as Putin slams ‘imperial’ alliance
Expanding NATO squares up to Russia as Putin slams ‘imperial’ alliance
MADRID: The United States vowed yesterday (June 29) to reinforce Europe’s defences in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, as NATO declared Moscow the West’s greatest threat - prompting Vladimir Putin to lash out at the alliance’s “imperial ambitions”.
Special insurance coverage for COVID-19 patients to end
Special insurance coverage for COVID-19 patients to end
BANGKOK: Medical services for COVID-19 patients must be paid for by their own or by pre-existing health insurance schemes after Thailand enters a post-pandemic stage tomorrow (July 1), the government said.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thai MP: Cannabis & Hemp bill to be vetted by August || June 29
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thai MP: Cannabis & Hemp bill to be vetted by August || June 29
PHUKET XTRA - June 29 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Man fined B500 for ghost-driving on Thepkrasattri Rd
Man fined B500 for ghost-driving on Thepkrasattri Rd
PHUKET: A man has been fined B500 for driving his car in the wrong direction along a busy section of Thepkrasattri Rd in Koh Kaew on Monday (June 27).
FDA approves use of Evusheld
FDA approves use of Evusheld
BANGKOK: The Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of Evusheld, a combination of long-acting antibodies, for prevention of COVID-19, FDA director Paisal Dankhum said today (June 29).
Cinema trip for students as part of sustainable eduction drive
Cinema trip for students as part of sustainable eduction drive
PHUKET: Over 1,200 local school children received a treat today as they ventured from the classroom to the cinema at Central Festival Phuket to watch the latest Hollywood blockbuster Jurassic World.
‘Motivated’ Serena brushes off retirement talk despite Wimbledon defeat
‘Motivated’ Serena brushes off retirement talk despite Wimbledon defeat
TENNIS: Serena Williams brushed off any talk of retirement yesterday (June 28) by insisting she is “motivated” to play at the US Open later this year despite a shattering Wimbledon defeat.
Ready for BIE inspection for Phuket Expo 2028 bid, urges Governor
Ready for BIE inspection for Phuket Expo 2028 bid, urges Governor
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew yesterday (June 28) delivered his message for all government agencies on the island ready for an inspection visit by representatives of the  Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) later this month as part of Thailand’s bid for Phuket to host World Specialised Expo in 2028.
Insomniacs get weed treatment
Insomniacs get weed treatment
BANGKOK: The government said it supports Chao Phraya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital in using cannabis to treat insomnia as it aims to tap the B2.4-trillion global sleeping pill business.
Phuket marks 1.7mn tourists up until June
Phuket marks 1.7mn tourists up until June
BANGKOK: Phuket has welcomed more than 1.7 million visitors during the first five months of this year, generating over B26 billion in revenue for the resort island, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Ghislaine Maxwell gets 20 years for sex trafficking
Ghislaine Maxwell gets 20 years for sex trafficking
NEW YORK: Ghislaine Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison yesterday (June 28) for helping late financier Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse girls, capping the former socialite’s sordid fall from grace.
Thai teen sensation qualifies for World Athletics Championships
Thai teen sensation qualifies for World Athletics Championships
ATHLETICS: Thai teenage sprinter Puripol Boonson has qualified for the 200 metres event of next month’s World Athletics Championships, to be held in Oregon, USA.
Phuket marks 48 new COVID cases, no deaths
Phuket marks 48 new COVID cases, no deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 48 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (June 28), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 53,472.
Cabinet waives tariffs on car seats
Cabinet waives tariffs on car seats
BANGKOK: The cabinet yesterday (June 28) agreed to waive tariffs on child safety seats until the end of next year to allow more time to promote their use.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Visa extension scams on Phuket police radar, Smugglers caught by airport customs || June 28
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Visa extension scams on Phuket police radar, Smugglers caught by airport customs || June 28
PHUKET XTRA - June 28 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket|| Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Patong motorbike taxi riders told to be legal, polite ‒ and no fighting
Patong motorbike taxi riders told to be legal, polite ‒ and no fighting
PHUKET: Patong Police Chief Col Sujin Nilabadee today called in Patong motorbike taxi drivers to make sure they understood they must be legally registered taxi drivers, and called on them to be polite, helpful hosts.
Power outages to affect Laguna area, Chao Fa West Rd in Chalong
Power outages to affect Laguna area, Chao Fa West Rd in Chalong
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced a power outage to affect part of the Laguna area in Moo 6, Cherng Talay tomorrow (June 29) while work is conducted on high-voltage power lines.
Anutin tests COVID positive on European return
Anutin tests COVID positive on European return
BANGKOK POST: Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul tested positive for COVID-19 on returning from meetings in France and Switzerland and was unable to attend the weekly cabinet meeting today (June 28).
Phuket Immigration responds over visa extension scam
Phuket Immigration responds over visa extension scam
PHUKET: More than 60 foreigners have been left in the lurch by a visa service company taking money from foreigners but failing to have their visas extended.
G7 denounces ‘war crime’ as Russian strike kills shoppers
G7 denounces ‘war crime’ as Russian strike kills shoppers
KYIV: A Russian missile strike on a crowded mall in central Ukraine killed at least 16 people yesterday (June 27) in what Group of Seven leaders branded “a war crime” at a meeting in Germany where they looked to step up sanctions on Moscow.