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Man killed while ‘stealing’ electric cables
Man killed while ‘stealing’ electric cables
BANGKOK: The body of an unidentified man has been found in a service space underneath a skywalk in Sathon district of Bangkok, it was confirmed yesterday (Sept 6).
Two hacked with machetes in brawl at Patong construction site
Two hacked with machetes in brawl at Patong construction site
PHUKET: A brawl at a construction site in Patong yesterday morning (Sept 6) left two electricians hospitalised with injuries inflicted by machetes.
Dates confirmed for 30th Laguna Phuket Triathlon
Dates confirmed for 30th Laguna Phuket Triathlon
TRIATHLON: Dates have been confirmed for an extra special Laguna Phuket Triathlon this year, it was announced on Thursday (Sept 5).
‘Yam Ya Nat’ takes pride as Phuket’s ‘Lost Taste’ local dish
‘Yam Ya Nat’ takes pride as Phuket’s ‘Lost Taste’ local dish
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Cultural Office has chosen ‘Yam Ya Nat’ (‘Phuket Pineapple Salad’) as part of their project to elevate local foods as cultural heritage and symbols of Thai identity through the ‘Lost Taste’ initiative for 2024.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Doctor to appeal Fehr 'kicking' verdict, New revelations in Russian found in beach ditch || Sep 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Doctor to appeal Fehr 'kicking' verdict, New revelations in Russian found in beach ditch || Sep 6
PHUKET XTRA - September 6 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Patong officials clean up Bangla’s ‘notorious’ Soi Lao
Patong officials clean up Bangla’s ‘notorious’ Soi Lao
PHUKET: Local officials in Patong are ramping up efforts to address ongoing issues in the popular tourist area of Patong by taking steps to improve public safety, cleanliness and order in the area, with particular focus on Soi Bangla and what an official report called the “notorious” Soi Lao.
Saysunee captures second gold in Paris
Saysunee captures second gold in Paris
PARALYMPICS: Wheelchair fencer Saysunee Jana claimed her second gold medal of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and the fifth overall for Thailand on Wednesday night (Sept 4).
Father charged along with son, 14, in US school shooting
Father charged along with son, 14, in US school shooting
WASHINGTON: A 14-year-old boy was charged with shooting four people dead at a US high school, while his father was charged with manslaughter, authorities said yesterday (Sept 5), after the country’s latest outburst of gun violence.
Hotels urged to refrain from slashing rates
Hotels urged to refrain from slashing rates
BANGKOK: Hotels in leisure destinations such as Phuket, Krabi and Pattaya are recommended to refrain from their usual practice of slashing room rates during the low season if the average occupancy hasn't sharply dropped, says hospitality market analyst STR.
Russian’s ‘murder’ might have been suicide, say Phuket police
Russian’s ‘murder’ might have been suicide, say Phuket police
PHUKET: Police investigators who initially thought they had a murder on their hands now say a Russian man found dead in a ditch at Karon beach might have committed suicide.
Two killed in teenage high-speed pickup wipeout
Two killed in teenage high-speed pickup wipeout
PHUKET: Two teenagers were killed and another teen remains in hospital with serious injuries after the speeding pickup truck they were travelling in veered out of control and crashed on Thepkrasattri Rd early this morning (Sept 6).
Phuket Police launch female road safety volunteer network
Phuket Police launch female road safety volunteer network
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Police have launched a new initiative aimed at creating a network of female road safety volunteers to help address risky driving behaviours and reduce traffic accidents in local communities.
Springboks behemoth gathers steam
Springboks behemoth gathers steam
RUGBY: Last Saturday’s (Aug 31) 31-27 win against New Zealand in the Rugby Championship is proof that the South African behemoth continues to grow.
Government policies favour big business, say critics
Government policies favour big business, say critics
BANGKOK: The economic policies of the Pheu Thai-led government favour big corporations over the interests of the general public, a Bangkok forum was told yesterday (Sept 5).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Landslide investigation leads to Big Buddha closure, Infrastructure woes in Koh Kaew || Sep 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Landslide investigation leads to Big Buddha closure, Infrastructure woes in Koh Kaew || Sep 5
PHUKET XTRA - September 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Big Buddha closed as illegal construction probe continues
Big Buddha closed as illegal construction probe continues
PHUKET: The tourist-popular Big Buddha viewpoint and temple complex on the hills separating Kata and Chalong has been closed for safety while the site is inspected for illegally encroaching on protected forest at the top of the Nakkerd Hills.
The Peaks condo developer faces fraud probe
The Peaks condo developer faces fraud probe
PHUKET: The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has recommended legal action against the developer of the failed The Peaks Residences Condo project for failing to provide compensation to two Australian buyers into the project.
Koh Kaew villagers edge towards paved road, electricity supply
Koh Kaew villagers edge towards paved road, electricity supply
PHUKET: Residents in Koh Kaew still living with an unpaved road and lack of electricity supply made some progress in having their needs met following a meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall on Tuesday (Sept 3).
China’s Xi says ready to deepen infrastructure, trade ties with Africa
China’s Xi says ready to deepen infrastructure, trade ties with Africa
BEIJING: Chinese leader Xi Jinping told African leaders today (Sept 5) that he would deepen cooperation in infrastructure and trade with the continent as he addressed Beijing’s biggest summit in years.
Court reveals details behind Fehr’s acquittal of assault
Court reveals details behind Fehr’s acquittal of assault
PHUKET: The Kwaeng Court has released its full ruling in the acquittal of a Swiss man accused of kicking a woman doctor sitting on steps at Yamu beach on the night of Feb 24 this year.