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Aussie Open bars fans, players into ‘bubble’ after snap COVID lockdown
Aussie Open bars fans, players into ‘bubble’ after snap COVID lockdown
TENNIS: The Australian Open tennis Grand Slam announced a ban on fans and said players would be cocooned in biosecure “bubbles” as Victoria state authorities ordered six million people into lockdown today (Feb 12) to stamp out a new coronavirus outbreak.
Phuket marks quiet start to Chinese New Year
Phuket marks quiet start to Chinese New Year
PHUKET: Chinese New Year got off to a quiet start today (Feb 12), with the streets quiet for the special public holiday declared in the hope of boosting domestic tourism, and only local residents attending Chinese shrines across the island instead of the bustling crowds of tourists seen in years past.
Truck driver busy checking GPS, hits Heroines Monument barrier
Truck driver busy checking GPS, hits Heroines Monument barrier
PHUKET: Four men escaped serious injury after their truck hit the barrier protecting the Heroines Monument this early morning (Feb 12)
F1 star Alonso ‘conscious and well’ after cycling accident
F1 star Alonso ‘conscious and well’ after cycling accident
FORMULA ONE: Team Alpine announced yesterday (Feb 11) two-time world champion Fernando Alonso had been involved in a road accident while cycling in Switzerland, but that the Spaniard was “conscious and well in himself”.
China pulls BBC World News off air for content ‘violation’
China pulls BBC World News off air for content ‘violation’
WORLD: China’s broadcasting regulator announced yesterday (Feb 11) it has pulled BBC World News from the air, saying the channel’s content had “seriously” violated guidelines for reporting in the country.
Record low birth rate worries officials
Record low birth rate worries officials
THAILAND: The country’s lowest ever total fertility rate (TFR) has prompted the Public Health Ministry to come up with activities aimed at promoting dating among singles and fertility health among married couples who still don’t have any children.
Electricity outages to affect Thepkrasattri, Pa Khlok
Electricity outages to affect Thepkrasattri, Pa Khlok
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Tambon Thepkrasattri on Monday (Feb 15) and Pa Khlok on Tuesday (Feb 16) as work is carried out on installing new high-voltage cables.
Another Day In Paradise
Another Day In Paradise
We are recording and filming Another Day In Paradise to maintain our focus on the poverty situation in Phuket. We have invited as many people as we know from all areas of Phuket, to come along and be part of the filming. The more people that turn up, the wider the net is cast in highlighting the problem and the possible support / donation base should expand vastly. The song will actually be recorded this Saturday by a team of musicians and music students to have a track ready for use on the 21st for the masses to sing along to.
Two million vaccine jabs by April
Two million vaccine jabs by April
BANGKOK: The Public Health Ministry on Thursday (Feb 11) revealed more details of the government’s vaccine roll-out, predicting that more than 1.9 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines will be administered to more than 960,000 people in 10 provinces by April.
Lean On Me Live Fest
Lean On Me Live Fest
The Lean On Me Live Fest kicks off from 1pm on Saturday the 20th of March at the Blue Tree Arena. More than 10 local bands will be playing live to support the local food relief agencies in Phuket. For more information, email gary@phuketacademyofperformingarts.com    
‘One Phuket’ launched to counter COVID poverty, failing food security
‘One Phuket’ launched to counter COVID poverty, failing food security
PHUKET: A small group of local residents have banded together to coalesce efforts to help those in dire need of assistance as the COVID economic crisis continues to batter Phuket.
‘Wonder Boy’ calls for title shot after big win
‘Wonder Boy’ calls for title shot after big win
MMA: For Fabricio “Wonder Boy” Andrade, it’s all about the first letter of his nickname: W stands for winner.
International Women’s Day Luncheon
International Women’s Day Luncheon
Join like-minded guests to enjoy luncheon and beverages. With welcome address by Matthew Barclay, Australia’s Consul-General to Phuket and inspirational speakers: Thanaporn Phonboon, Australian Consulate-General; Jo Barnes, Globetrotting Lifestyle Entrepreneur; Karine Gauthier, Body Temple, Singapore. Attendance by donation of 1,500 baht. Contact Donna lunch@classactmedia.co.th or Tina tina@phukethasbeengoodtous.org
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Appeals for Phuket private sector to buy COVID vaccine! || February 11
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Appeals for Phuket private sector to buy COVID vaccine! || February 11
PHUKET XTRA - February 11 || Brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Gambling boss of the East arrested |:| Two more King Cobras caught |:| Protests move to police station |:| Phuket figures make appeal |:| Thailand COVID cases rise by 201 Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Phuket officials ordered to prepare for Royal visit
Phuket officials ordered to prepare for Royal visit
PHUKET: Phuket officials were instructed today to prepare for an official visit by HRH Princess Ubolratana, who will visit the island on Mar 26.
Phuket business leaders appeal ban on independent sourcing of COVID vaccine
Phuket business leaders appeal ban on independent sourcing of COVID vaccine
PHUKET: Key leaders of Phuket business associations have filed a joint request addressed to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to reconsider the ban on local administrations and private businesses from buying Thai-government-approved vaccinations for COVID-19.
Biden presses Xi on HK, Xinjiang in first phone call
Biden presses Xi on HK, Xinjiang in first phone call
WORLD: Joe Biden pressed Chinese leader Xi Jinping over human rights in Hong Kong and Xinjiang late yesterday (Feb 10) in their first call since the new US president took office on January 20, according to the White House.
Bas, Popor eye Tokyo gold
Bas, Popor eye Tokyo gold
BADMINTON: Thailand found success on and off the court when they hosted three premier tournaments in the Asian leg in consecutive weeks last month.
Myanmar leader writes to PM
Myanmar leader writes to PM
THAILAND: Myanmar Commander-in-Chief Min Aung Hlaing has written to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha explaining why the Tatmadaw had to stage a coup to seize power and asked for help to support democracy.