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Two schools close for COVID cleaning after local infections confirmed
Two schools close for COVID cleaning after local infections confirmed
PHUKET: Two schools in Phuket Town have announced they have closed for cleaning after a staffer and a student’s parent tested positive for COVID-19.
Tensions run high at the ACG as Penguins’ ploy rattles Cows
Tensions run high at the ACG as Penguins’ ploy rattles Cows
CRICKET: A charged atmosphere in the lead up into last Sunday’s (July 4) clash between the Patong Penguins and the Thalang Cows at the ACG in Thalang ultimately spilled over into the game and left a bad taste in many players’ mouths by the time the match concluded.
DDC defends further Sinovac jab purchase
DDC defends further Sinovac jab purchase
THAILAND: The Department of Disease Control (DDC) yesterday (July 8) defended the government’s decision to procure additional Sinovac vaccine doses despite criticism about its efficacy against COVID-19 variants.
Pandemic forces nations to postpone SEA Games to 2022
Pandemic forces nations to postpone SEA Games to 2022
SEA GAMES: The 31st edition of the Southeast Asian Games, originally scheduled to take place at the end of this year in Hanoi, Vietnam, has been postponed.
CCSA meet on new restrictions for at-risk provinces
CCSA meet on new restrictions for at-risk provinces
THAILAND: The government is set to impose tougher measures to slow the rising rate of COVID-19 transmissions, including restricting people’s movements, as new daily cases topped 7,000 yesterday (July 8).
Electricity outage to affect Patong
Electricity outage to affect Patong
PHUKET: The Patong branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Patong on Tuesday (July 13) as work is carried out on installing new high-voltage cables.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Frustrations over Moderna vaccine rush in Phuket, Most expensive cities |:| July 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Frustrations over Moderna vaccine rush in Phuket, Most expensive cities |:| July 8
PHUKET XTRA - July 8 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Frustration over Moderna vaccine rush in Phuket |:| Local fisherman ask to expand boundary |:| Most expensive cities for expats |:| More restrictions proposed for Bangkok Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
67,000 people applied for Phuket Moderna vaccine reservations
67,000 people applied for Phuket Moderna vaccine reservations
PHUKET: More than 67,000 people yesterday attempted to book their vaccinations with the Moderna vaccine to be provided by Bangkok Hospital Phuket and Bangkok Hospital Siriroj, the group has revealed.
Phuket airport taxi fare probe goes nowhere
Phuket airport taxi fare probe goes nowhere
PHUKET: Tanee Suebrerk, Deputy-Director of the Department of Land Transport, arrived in Phuket from Bangkok yesterday to preside over a meeting with airport taxi operators to investigate and discuss issues regarding taxi fares charged while the COVID economic crisis continues.
Sandbox bookings strong in Patong
Sandbox bookings strong in Patong
PHUKET: Patong is holding strong as the preferred location on the island for tourists booking hotels to stay under the Phuket Sandbox scheme, Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew has confirmed.
COVID insurance claims rise to B1.77 billion
COVID insurance claims rise to B1.77 billion
THAILAND: The national Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) has reported that total claims on COVID-19 insurance policies ballooned to B1.77 billion in the first half of this year.
Local fishermen request rule expansion as competition booms
Local fishermen request rule expansion as competition booms
PHUKET: A group of around 100 local fishermen have filed a formal request to the Phuket Governor seeking permission to expand the scope of their allocated fishing area, stating increased competition due to COVID-19 has hindered their catch numbers.
Verstappen lays down the gauntlet
Verstappen lays down the gauntlet
FORMULA ONE: Can anyone stop Max Verstappen from marching to a maiden title? Defending champion Lewis Hamilton has his doubts.
Infected Sandbox tourist vaccinated with Sinopharm
Infected Sandbox tourist vaccinated with Sinopharm
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) Chief Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon has confirmed that the Phuket Sandbox tourist now confirmed as infected with COVID-19 was already fully vaccinated with Sinopharm.
Trump announces anti-censorship lawsuit against Facebook, Twitter
Trump announces anti-censorship lawsuit against Facebook, Twitter
WORLD: Former US president Donald Trump yesterday (July 7) unveiled a class-action lawsuit against Facebook, Twitter and Google, escalating his years-long free speech battle with tech giants who he argues have wrongfully censored him.
Thai cabinet earmarks B2 billion restaurant aid
Thai cabinet earmarks B2 billion restaurant aid
THAILAND: The Cabinet confirmed yesterday (July 7) it has earmarked B2 billion to help restaurants affected by COVID-19 regulations which prevent patrons from dining on the premises.
More airlines confirm flights to Phuket
More airlines confirm flights to Phuket
PHUKET: It has been revealed that a total of 33 additional airlines have filed requests to fly into Phuket and approximately 14,000 people are expected to arrive onto the island as part of the Sandbox scheme.
Phang Nga students studying in Phuket granted vaccinations, free tests
Phang Nga students studying in Phuket granted vaccinations, free tests
PHUKET: Students living in Phang Nga who need to cross the bridge every day to attend classes in Phuket will be given free vaccinations and COVID tests, Phuket Vice Governor Piyapong Choowong has confirmed.
England sense destiny after beating Denmark to reach Euro 2020 final
England sense destiny after beating Denmark to reach Euro 2020 final
FOOTBALL: England fed off the energy of a passionate Wembley crowd to beat Denmark 2-1 in extra time in the Euro 2020 semi-finals yesterday (July 7) and now stand just 90 minutes away from ending their 55-year trophy drought.
Lockdown in sight
Lockdown in sight
BANGKOK: A lockdown may be considered to curb the spread of COVID-19 if new cases continue to surge, National Security Council secretary-general Natthapol Nakpanich said.