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Flights cancelled, schools closed as China fights virus outbreak
Flights cancelled, schools closed as China fights virus outbreak
BEIJING: Authorities in China cancelled hundreds of flights, closed schools and ramped up mass testing today (Oct 21) to try and stamp out a new COVID-19 outbreak linked to a group of tourists.
Thai researchers develop COVID-19 antigen rapid tests
Thai researchers develop COVID-19 antigen rapid tests
BANGKOK: A local antigen rapid test for both professional use and self-testing has been developed and approved for the detection of COVID-19, it has been confirmed.
Phuket resident takes on BJJ world record attempt
Phuket resident takes on BJJ world record attempt
MMA: A martial arts instructor based in the south of Phuket is gearing up for a 36-hour marathon training session to not only break the world record but also help raise money for a kids jiu-jitsu program.
Wan Org Pansa brings alcohol ban
Wan Org Pansa brings alcohol ban
PHUKET: The Ministry of Public Health has issued a reminder that the sale of alcohol is banned throughout the country today (Oct 21) as the nation observes the Wan Org Pansa Buddhist holy day.
Kevin Moss, founder of Phuket Immigration Volunteers, passes away
Kevin Moss, founder of Phuket Immigration Volunteers, passes away
PHUKET: Kevin Moss, the British expat who founded the Phuket Immigration Volunteers and a regular at Patong Police Station with the Region 8 Police Volunteers, has passed away after a brief battle with cancer.
Trump announces plans to launch new social network ‘TRUTH Social’
Trump announces plans to launch new social network ‘TRUTH Social’
WORLD: Former US president Donald Trump announced plans yesterday (Oct 20) to launch his own social network, in the latest push to reclaim his internet dominance after he was banned from Twitter and Facebook in the wake of the violent Capitol insurrection.
Income distribution vital in Phuket tourism recovery, says Governor
Income distribution vital in Phuket tourism recovery, says Governor
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew has emphasised that income distribution among residents across the island was paramount in the expected slow return of tourists after Nov 1, when Thailand is expected to reopen to receiving vaccinated tourists without quarantine from selected low-risk countries.
Cabinet nods to Flexible Plus Program for investments by foreigners
Cabinet nods to Flexible Plus Program for investments by foreigners
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has approved in principle the proposed Flexible Plus Program aimed at attracting foreign investors to Thailand.
Bangkok Airways to resume Phuket ‒ Hat Yai flights
Bangkok Airways to resume Phuket ‒ Hat Yai flights
PHUKET: Bangkok Airways will resume its direct service between Phuket and Hat Yai from Oct 31.
Phuket marks 140 new COVID cases, no new deaths
Phuket marks 140 new COVID cases, no new deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 140 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Oct 20) bringing the total number of people recognised as infected with COVID-19 in Phuket since Apr 3 to 14,317.
Long-stay expats mandatory health insurance jacked to B3mn
Long-stay expats mandatory health insurance jacked to B3mn
PHUKET: The Ministry of Public Health has raised the mandatory health insurance for expats staying on one-renewed visas from B400,000 to B3 million, effective immediately.
Asian Tour’s Phuket Series praised for inspiring tourism confidence
Asian Tour’s Phuket Series praised for inspiring tourism confidence
PHUKET: Two Asian Tour golf tournaments to be played in Phuket in November and December have been praised for inspiring confidence in Phuket’s tourism and hoped to bring a welcome boost to the island’s economy.
Wichit Na Ranong steps in over Soi Paniang wastewater
Wichit Na Ranong steps in over Soi Paniang wastewater
PHUKET: Wichit Na Ranong, often referred to as the ‘Father of Phuket Tourism’, has offered Rassada Municipality use of private land to help monitor wastewater levels flowing into the Soi Paniang area, which for years has raised serious health concerns over the foul stench emanating from the canal that feeds into Samkong on the north side of Phuket Town.
‘Big Dolphin’ looking to make a splash in Phuket
‘Big Dolphin’ looking to make a splash in Phuket
GOLF: Thailand’s Prom Meesawat, aka the ‘Big Dolphin’, has returned from a taxing few months in Japan aiming to make a splash in Phuket when the Asian Tour restarts its 2020-21 season there at the end of November.
Phuket get ready, says Governor
Phuket get ready, says Governor
PHUKET: Officials across Phuket have been told to prepare the island to welcome foreign tourists from Nov 1, in line with the expected reopening of the country to receive vaccinated tourists without quarantine from up to 10 low-risk countries, and to make sure that their respective areas are clean and to make sure that tourists are not ripped off or are treated in any other deceitful way.
Military giving protesters latitude, but not ‘rioters’
Military giving protesters latitude, but not ‘rioters’
BANGKOK: Soldiers will only step in to handle political protests when the situation is considered a rebellion or a riot, Defence Forces chief Gen Chalermpol Srisawat said yesterday (Oct 19).
Phuket marks 132 new COVID cases, no new deaths
Phuket marks 132 new COVID cases, no new deaths
PHUKET: The latest Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) daily COVID situation report has marked 132 new local infections confirmed across the island yesterday (Oct 19) bringing the total number of people recognised as infected with COVID-19 in Phuket since Apr 3 to 14,177.
Pistons at dawn ahead of the US Grand Prix
Pistons at dawn ahead of the US Grand Prix
FORMULA ONE: With six points separating the title protagonists with just six races to go, Red Bull Racing is fighting for every inch in its quest to keep Max Verstappen ahead of Lewis Hamilton.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket candidates for OrBorTor elections, Teacher accused of sex abuse with students |:| October 19
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket candidates for OrBorTor elections, Teacher accused of sex abuse with students |:| October 19
PHUKET XTRA - October 19 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Phuket candidates register for OrBorTor election |:| Phuket COVID Update |:| Teacher accused of sexual abuse, local Phang Nga chief faces 50 years |:| B17mn Chanthaburi fraud nets 4 suspects Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Life Home Project becomes recognised partner of GlobalGiving
Life Home Project becomes recognised partner of GlobalGiving
Life Home Project Foundation announced today (Oct 19) that they have graduated from the GlobalGiving Accelerator programme, entering the GlobalGiving marketplace and becoming a recognised partner of GlobalGiving.