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Sinovac for ages 3-17 gets ministry nod
Sinovac for ages 3-17 gets ministry nod
BANGKOK: A Public Health Ministry sub-committee on immunity promotion has approved the use of Sinovac’s COVID-19 vaccine on minors over the age of three, it was announced yesterday (Jan 31).
Singapore extends F1 contract until 2028
Singapore extends F1 contract until 2028
FORMULA ONE: It has been confimed that Singapore will continue to host its F1 Grand Prix as part of the FIA F1 World Championship for another seven years.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Transport official says they’re powerless to reign in overcharging taxi drivers || January 31
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Transport official says they’re powerless to reign in overcharging taxi drivers || January 31
PHUKET XTRA - January 31 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket PLTO says they’re powerless to reign in overcharging taxi drivers |:| Chinese New Year begins in Phuket |:| Phuket COVD update |:| Corruption probe over mangrove clearing |:| Concern as oil slick moves to Samet Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Take lessons, raise standards, Governor tells Phuket health officials
Take lessons, raise standards, Governor tells Phuket health officials
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew has ordered officials to prepare how to treat tourists appropriately if they test positive for COVID-19, or are designated high-risk contacts, after landing on the island.
75 baby green turtles head out to sea
75 baby green turtles head out to sea
PHUKET: Officials at Khao Lampi National Park have confirmed that 75 baby green turtles were released into the sea off Thai Muang Beach this morning (Jan 31).
Powerless to take action, PLTO promises to investigate taxi driver
Powerless to take action, PLTO promises to investigate taxi driver
PHUKET: Phuket Land Transportation Office (PLTO) Chief Jaturong Keawkasi has gone public to obscurely defend the fares charged by tuk-tuk and taxi drivers in Phuket.
Police ordered to investigate Kamala taxi rip-off
Police ordered to investigate Kamala taxi rip-off
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police Commander Maj Gen Sermphan Sirikong has ordered Kamala Police to investigate the incident in Kamala on Friday night that resulted in videos showing a Phuket taxi driver angrily berating a Thai tourist couple for calling him a cheat start to go viral on the TikTok platform.
‘I am not a cheat,’ says Phuket taxi driver
‘I am not a cheat,’ says Phuket taxi driver
PHUKET: The Phuket taxi driver at the centre of the furore over videos of him berating a Thai tourist and his girlfriend in Kamala on Friday night has defended his behaviour, saying he became enraged after he was called a cheat.
Concern as oil slick moves to Samet
Concern as oil slick moves to Samet
RAYONG: Authorities are concerned about the massive oil leak from an underwater pipeline in the Gulf of Thailand, which is now bearing down on Prao Bay in Koh Samet.
Phuket marks 393 new COVID cases, three new deaths
Phuket marks 393 new COVID cases, three new deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 393 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Jan 30), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 14,333.
Nadal’s mightiest comeback secures ‘special’ 21st Slam
Nadal’s mightiest comeback secures ‘special’ 21st Slam
TENNIS: Rafael Nadal roared back from two sets down to win a titanic five-set duel with Daniil Medvedev and make history with “a special” 21st Grand Slam men’s title in the Australian Open final yesterday (Jan 30).
Tourist offers €1,000 reward for return of stolen holiday money
Tourist offers €1,000 reward for return of stolen holiday money
PHUKET: A Greek tourist is offering a €1,000 reward for the full return of €4,900 (about B182,400) stolen from his rental car in Kata. If the money is returned in part, the tourist is willing to return 20% of the amount returned.
Phuket taxi rip-offs in the TikTok spotlight
Phuket taxi rip-offs in the TikTok spotlight
PHUKET: Phuket taxi drivers, the fares they charge and the fear they exert over other taxi drivers in picking up customers has become a fiery issue on the TikTok platform after the son of a TikTok celebrity became embroiled in a spat over a taxi driver wanting to charge a B600 fare.
The Beijing Winter Olympics wins a gold medal for controversy
The Beijing Winter Olympics wins a gold medal for controversy
WINTER OLYMPICS: We may be living in unceratin times but the controversy surrounding the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in Beijing is crystal clear and unabating.
‘Licence to Clean’ launched to keep Phuket beaches clear of trash
‘Licence to Clean’ launched to keep Phuket beaches clear of trash
Last Sunday (Jan 23) marked a historic day for Phuket, when Thai non-profit organisation Oceans For All launched its eco-friendly catamaran ‒ itself made from 100% recyclable materials ‒ to rid Phuket’s shores of plastic.
Oil spill the last straw for Rayong tourism
Oil spill the last straw for Rayong tourism
BANGKOK: Oil washing up on Mae Ramphueng beach in Rayong could be the “nail in the coffin” for hotels and restaurants already brought low by the pandemic, local hospitality business operators said on Saturday (Jan 29).
Phuket Opinion: Shooting dogs
Phuket Opinion: Shooting dogs
PHUKET: The shooting dead of beloved family dog Harley while she was walking with her master along a well-used trail in Baan Manik sent a wave of anger throughout the expat community this week. There is nothing that could motivate a humane person to shoot a playful dog in the face. The act was despicable, immoral and cowardly.
Barty time Down Under as Ash wins Open
Barty time Down Under as Ash wins Open
TENNIS: An imperious Ashleigh Barty became the first Australian to win her home Grand Slam in 44 years yesterday (Jan 29), halting the charge of fearless American Danielle Collins in straight sets.
Phuket City Police track down plant bandit
Phuket City Police track down plant bandit
PHUKET: Police have tracked down and arrested the thief who stole five plants from in front of a house in Soi Patchanee, Bang Chee Lao, Thepkrasattri, and broke a little girl’s heart.
Phuket marks 360 new COVID cases, no new deaths
Phuket marks 360 new COVID cases, no new deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 360 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Jan 29), bringing the total number of infections recorded since Jan 1 to 13,804.