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Phuket marks 18 new COVID cases, no deaths
Phuket marks 18 new COVID cases, no deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 18 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (May 26), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 52,925.
Pa Khlok mayor sacked for corruption
Pa Khlok mayor sacked for corruption
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew has ordered Panya Sampaorat to vacate the position of Mayor of Pa Khlok Subdistrict following the National Anti‑Corruption Commission (NACC) finding him guilty of malfeasance in office.
DDPM explains ‘missing’ Phuket tsunami warning buoys
DDPM explains ‘missing’ Phuket tsunami warning buoys
PHUKET: The national centre for the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has confirmed that of the two tsunami warning buoys in the waters west of Phuket, one was missing and has now been recovered and the other is still in its proper location and transmitting data, but that data is not being relayed to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Krung Thai opens branch at Provincial Hall
Krung Thai opens branch at Provincial Hall
PHUKET: The state owned and operated bank Krung Thai Bank has opened a branch at the new Phuket Provincial Hall.
Zelensky rebukes West as Russia closes in on key Ukraine city
Zelensky rebukes West as Russia closes in on key Ukraine city
KYIV: Fierce battles raged in eastern Ukraine yesterday (May 25), with Russian troops on the verge of encircling a key industrial city, as President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a bitter rebuke of the West for not doing enough to help Kyiv win the war.
Boehly’s Chelsea takeover puts US tycoon in spotlight
Boehly’s Chelsea takeover puts US tycoon in spotlight
FOOTBALL: Todd Boehly’s consortium has secured Chelsea’s future but the hard work is just beginning for the latest American billionaire to be lured by the promise of Premier League riches.
Barbara Lange goes home
Barbara Lange goes home
PHUKET: Barbara Lange, the 75-year-old German tourist who was rescued from being lost in the Phuket jungle after being missing for seven days, has gone home.
Aim to reduce road deaths by two-thirds in next five years
Aim to reduce road deaths by two-thirds in next five years
BANGKOK: The government has set an ambitious goal of slashing road fatalities by almost two-thirds within five years although it admits the effort could be hampered by a lack of public cooperation.
Face mask-wearing mandate to be lifted ‘only in certain areas’
Face mask-wearing mandate to be lifted ‘only in certain areas’
BANGKOK: The Public Health Ministry has issued a clarification about news regarding the lifting of the mask mandate next month, saying the mask requirement may be eased only in some designated areas.
Phuket marks 8 new COVID cases, no deaths
Phuket marks 8 new COVID cases, no deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked eight new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (May 25), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 52,907.
Thailand Covid Insurance for Thailand Pass
Thailand Covid Insurance for Thailand Pass
One of the most important requirements for visitors to Thailand, now that the old rules have been lifted, is the COVID-19 insurance plan for foreigners, which covers the traveler for at least $10,000. In addition to meeting all the other requirements, the traveler must also have a valid visa and a Thailand Pass. This health insurance is an extra safety measure to make sure that the traveler will be able to pay for all costs if they get COVID-19 or die from it while they are in the kingdom.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Face masks no longer mandatory starting mid-June || May 25
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Face masks no longer mandatory starting mid-June || May 25
PHUKET XTRA - May 25 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
One arrested over Koh Kaew home invasion, shooting
One arrested over Koh Kaew home invasion, shooting
PHUKET: Police have arrested one man involved in a shootout at a residential estate in Koh Kaew on Monday night (May 23).
Xi speaks with UN Human Rights chief, defends China’s progress
Xi speaks with UN Human Rights chief, defends China’s progress
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video call with UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet today (May 25), as she visits Xinjiang during a mission overshadowed by fresh allegations of Uyghur abuses and fears she is being used as a public relations tool by the Communist Party.
Kathu schools set for English language drive
Kathu schools set for English language drive
PHUKET: Officials in Kathu are introducing measures to enhance the teaching of English in local schools, as per recent objectives laid down by the Phuket Governor.
Airports on alert for monkeypox symptoms
Airports on alert for monkeypox symptoms
BANGKOK: The Public Health Ministry has issued alerts instructing all international airports to step up their screening of arrivals, especially from 17 countries where monkeypox cases have now been confirmed, according to its deputy minister, Sathit Pitutecha.
Power outages to affect Makro Thalang, Cherng Talay
Power outages to affect Makro Thalang, Cherng Talay
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced a power outage that will affect Thepkrasattri Rd past the Thalang branch of Makro tomorrow (May 26) so that workers can carry out repairs and maintenance to high-voltage lines supplying the area.
Viva l’Italia Night at The Naka Island
Viva l’Italia Night at The Naka Island
The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket the hidden paradise of our exclusive island resort in Phuket, will hold the first “Viva l’Italia Night”, an epicurean event that celebrates the twin pleasures of fine food with premium beverage at our award-winning restaurant, My Grill on June 3rd, 2022 at 18.15-20.45 hrs. Celebration of twin pleasure, this enticing epicurean evening features a sublime set menu crafted by Thailand’s Italian culinary expert with, Chef Vincenzo Sorrentino and Daniele Pinto, an Italian Sommelier. These two talented craftsmen have come together to create a sensational four-course set menu that showcases the finest cuisines, pared with premium Italian beverages at our beachfront restaurant for only THB 2,999++ per person. For more information and reservation, please call 66 76 371 400 or email: nakaislanddining@luxurycollection.com
Phuket ready for major events, say local figures
Phuket ready for major events, say local figures
PHUKET: Key Phuket tourism figures went on the promotional campaign trail again yesterday (May 24), re-announcing that Phuket is ready to host major events such as the Thailand Tourism Congress 2022 (TTC 2022) and Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2022 (TTM+ 2022) next month.
Phuket selects artificial butterflies for Queen Sirikit birthday display
Phuket selects artificial butterflies for Queen Sirikit birthday display
PHUKET: Phuket officials yesterday selected 90 artificial butterflies made from tie-dyed batik cloth to be used as decorations at an exhibition in Bangkok to honour Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, on the auspicious occasion of her 90th birthday on Aug 12.