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Council of State says Anutin can address UN on ‘matter of urgency’
Council of State says Anutin can address UN on ‘matter of urgency’
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul can attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York before delivering his policy statement for debate in parliament, according to the Council of State.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Naked Patong Stroll, Phuket’s Fuel Burning Traffic, More Wind Turbines In Rawai || Sept 23
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Naked Patong Stroll, Phuket’s Fuel Burning Traffic, More Wind Turbines In Rawai || Sept 23
PHUKET XTRA - September 23 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Truck driver blames brake failure for underpass pile-up
Truck driver blames brake failure for underpass pile-up
PHUKET: Thirteen vehicles were damaged and three people injured when a truck reportedly suffered a brake failure and crashed into traffic inside the Darasamut Underpass in Wichit at about midday today (Sept 23).
Thai airlines face imminent pilot shortages
Thai airlines face imminent pilot shortages
BANGKOK: The Thai aviation sector is expected to have a pilot shortage in 2-3 years as airlines continue to expand their fleets, while more than half of Thai pilots remain unable to resume work due to licensing issues.
Dembele beats Yamal to Ballon d’Or
Dembele beats Yamal to Ballon d’Or
FOOTBALL: Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d’Or yesterday (Sept 22) as a reward for his starring role in the club's Champions League triumph last season, while Spain’s Aitana Bonmati claimed the women's prize for the third year in a row.
No fines for naked stroll in Patong
No fines for naked stroll in Patong
PHUKET: Patong Police confirmed today (Sept 23) that no fines have been issued in connection with a foreign tourist who was filmed walking naked along Rat-Uthit 200 Pi Rd yesterday afternoon (Sept 22).
Phuket’s Isan community celebrates ‘United Hearts of Isan Thais’
Phuket’s Isan community celebrates ‘United Hearts of Isan Thais’
PHUKET: The Phuket Andaman Isan Association hosted its second ‘United Hearts of Isan Thais’ celebration last Saturday (Sept 20), bringing together members of Phuket’s Isan community to showcase their culture, strengthen social ties and raise funds for local scholarships.
Mixed duo deliver again
Mixed duo deliver again
BADMINTON: Mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran claimed their sixth World Tour title after winning the US$1.25 million (B40mn) BWF China Masters in Shenzhen on Sunday (Sept 21).
Motorcyclist critically injured after crashing into pole on Old Airport Road
Motorcyclist critically injured after crashing into pole on Old Airport Road
PHUKET: A man has been rushed to hospital in critical condition after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing into a utility pole and billboard on Old Airport Road in Thalang yesterday evening (Sept 22).
Riot police deployed on Thai-Cambodian border in Sa Kaeo
Riot police deployed on Thai-Cambodian border in Sa Kaeo
SA KAEO: Over 1,400 riot police officers from five eastern provinces have been deployed to Sa Kaeo to reinforce security along the Thai-Cambodian border, following reports of potential encroachment near Ban Nong Chan and Ban Nong Ya Kaeo villages in Khok Sung district.
‘No hospital transfer’ for Thaksin
‘No hospital transfer’ for Thaksin
BANGKOK: The Corrections Department has dismissed rumours that Thaksin Shinawatra was moved to Corrections Hospital for treatment, confirming he remains at Klong Prem Central Prison.
Patong Police seize drugs, gun in separate arrests
Patong Police seize drugs, gun in separate arrests
PHUKET: Patong Police have arrested two Thai men in separate operations, seizing methamphetamine pills (ya bah), a small quantity of crystal meth and an unlicensed firearm.
Bhumjaithai unveils trio of Phuket poll candidates
Bhumjaithai unveils trio of Phuket poll candidates
BANGKOK: The ruling Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party has unveiled three candidates who will contest Phuket constituencies in the next general election, while reaffirming its ambition to capture as many as 30 seats across the South.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Explosion Injures Phuket Worker, Calf Rescue, Tourist’s Body Found After 3 Days || Sept 22
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Explosion Injures Phuket Worker, Calf Rescue, Tourist’s Body Found After 3 Days || Sept 22
PHUKET XTRA - September 22 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket municipalities deny permits for Jewish New Year celebrations
Phuket municipalities deny permits for Jewish New Year celebrations
PHUKET: Local municipalities in Phuket have issued public statements denying permission for Jewish New Year celebrations to be held on public beaches after protests and a coordinated online campaign accused the event of supporting Israeli actions in Gaza.
France, others to recognise Palestinian state as UN week gets underway
France, others to recognise Palestinian state as UN week gets underway
PARIS: France and other countries prepared to recognise a Palestinian state as the UN’s centerpiece diplomatic week gets underway today (Sept 22), following a rash of Western governments in symbolicly endorsing statehood and sparking Israel’s wrath.
Body of missing Bahraini tourist found
Body of missing Bahraini tourist found
PHUKET: The body of a Bahraini tourist who was swept away by strong currents at Karon Beach last Friday evening (Sept 19) has been recovered after a three-day search.
Verstappen reminds McLaren he can shake up title run-in
Verstappen reminds McLaren he can shake up title run-in
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen showed other contenders yesterday (Sept 21) that he and Red Bull remain serious contenders to disrupt both F1 championships with his imperious lights-to-flag triumph at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Liverpool maintain perfect start
Liverpool maintain perfect start
FOOTBALL: Liverpool boss Arne Slot praised another show of mental strength that helped extend the champions’ perfect Premier League start and maintain their stranglehold of the Merseyside derby with a 2-1 win over Everton on Saturday (Sept 20).
Lion Currency Exchange opens flagship branch
Lion Currency Exchange opens flagship branch
PHUKET: Lion Currency Exchange officially opened its fourth branch and first flagship outlet on the 4th floor of Central Festival Phuket on Saturday evening (Sept 20), offering full foreign currency trading services to meet growing demand from tourists and residents.