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Black Widow: Return of a true Marvel
Black Widow: Return of a true Marvel
Despite the fact she has been many people’s favourite Avenger it was easy to start to think that Black Widow was the forgotten Avenger. Hardcore Marvel fans were furious when Captain Marvel became the first female-led Avengers movie, they saw it as disrespectful to Black Widow who had basically been there since Day One.
Soi Dog Foundation transports record number of rescue dogs to the US ahead of import ban
Soi Dog Foundation transports record number of rescue dogs to the US ahead of import ban
Soi Dog Foundation has transported almost 100 rescue dogs to the United States this month ahead of a recently announced import ban, which came into effect on Wednesday (July 14).
When do I change my transmission oil?
When do I change my transmission oil?
Automatic transmissions are a crucial component of most modern cars and are the second-most expensive part of any car after the engine. They need to be serviced correctly and on time to ensure good performance and to avoid costly breakdowns.
Debt suspension approved for businesses affected by state decrees
Debt suspension approved for businesses affected by state decrees
BANGKOK: To aid business operators hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has suspended debt repayments for two months by businesses, and laborers who have had to cease work due to state edicts, while also promising to aid those still active.
SMK lashed over COVID termination
SMK lashed over COVID termination
THAILAND: Thailand’s regulator warned Syn Mun Kong Insurance (SMK) yesterday (July 16) that it cannot arbitrarily terminate COVID-19 insurance contracts with lump-sum payments, threatening legal action or fines if the insurer moves forward with its plan.
Results from COVID rapid antigen home test kits not accepted for travel
Results from COVID rapid antigen home test kits not accepted for travel
PHUKET: Test results from COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits for self-testing at home cannot be used as evidence in order to travel, Vachira Phuket Hospital Director Dr Chalermpong Sukontapol has confirmed.
WHO eyes China lab audits next in COVID origin probe
WHO eyes China lab audits next in COVID origin probe
WORLD: The World Health Organization (WHO) said yesterday (July 16) that the second stage of an investigation into the origins of COVID-19 should include further studies in China and lab audits.
Electricity outage to affect Patong
Electricity outage to affect Patong
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Patong on Tuesday (July 20) as work is carried out on installing new high-voltage cables.
Hamilton fastest in experimental British GP qualifying
Hamilton fastest in experimental British GP qualifying
FORMULA ONE: Lewis Hamilton topped his first qualifying session in five races in a nail-biting hour at the British Grand Prix yesterday (July 16).
Probe into Red Bull scion gets new chief
Probe into Red Bull scion gets new chief
THAILAND: Pol Gen Visanu Prasattongosoth, a police inspector-general, has been appointed to head a fact-finding probe into the alleged mishandling of the infamous hit-and-run case involving Vorayuth Yoovidhya, scion of the Red Bull empire.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Optimism over Phuket recovery, COVID Visas, 30% domestic arrivals denied entry |:| Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Optimism over Phuket recovery, COVID Visas, 30% domestic arrivals denied entry |:| Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA - July 16 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hoteliers optimistic over recovery |:| COVID Visa extensions |:| Long-stay visa proposal |:|Thailand COVID Update |:| 30% domestic arrivals denied entry Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Phuket officials, tourism leaders talk up Sandbox success
Phuket officials, tourism leaders talk up Sandbox success
PHUKET: Phuket officials and local tourism leaders have announced that the current rate of arrivals and bookings under the Phuket Sandbox scheme is on track to achieve the expected goal of the tourism re-opening.
Syn Mun Kong cancels COVID insurance
Syn Mun Kong cancels COVID insurance
THAILAND: Syn Mun Kong Insurance today (July 16) announced it was cancelling its COVID-19 insurance policies with customers, saying the rapidly deteriorating situation made the risk unmanageable.
COVID home-testing kits approved
COVID home-testing kits approved
THAILAND: The Food and Drug Administration has approved and registered four rapid antigen COVID-19 test kits for home use.
30% of arrivals denied entry to Phuket on Day 1 of new requirements
30% of arrivals denied entry to Phuket on Day 1 of new requirements
PHUKET: About 30% of people arriving to enter Phuket by road yesterday (July 15) were refused entry for failing to satisfy the new entry requirements for those coming from the 34 ‘red’ and ‘dark-red’ COVID high-risk provinces, according to local officials.
Hundreds missing in Germany as floods batter Europe
Hundreds missing in Germany as floods batter Europe
WORLD: Emergency responders were today (July 16) still searching for hundreds of missing people after the worst floods in living memory killed at least 59 people in the country’s west.
Police bust Phuket Town drug dealer... again
Police bust Phuket Town drug dealer... again
PHUKET: Police arrested a man after seizing 1.5 kilograms of crystal meth (ya ice) and close to 1,000 methamphetamine tablets in a raid in Phuket Town yesterday (July 15).
You NEED to Know This: Can you go to Phi Phi?
You NEED to Know This: Can you go to Phi Phi?
Sandbox Customers Who Have Stayed 15 Days Heading Off On A Day Trip To Phi Phi. Want To Know The Rules And Restrictions?
Long-stay visas, EVs to help spur economy
Long-stay visas, EVs to help spur economy
BANGKOK: Deputy Prime Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow is planning to propose to the Cabinet a plan to allow rich foreigners to enjoy long-stay visas in Thailand.
COVID visa extensions open for two more months
COVID visa extensions open for two more months
PHUKET: Foreigners staying in Phuket on the 60-day ‘COVID visa’ can now apply through to September to extend their stay in Thailand, Phuket Immigration has confirmed.