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Drowning still leading cause of child deaths despite drop
Drowning still leading cause of child deaths despite drop
PHUKET: Drowning is still the leading cause of death among children under the age of 15 in Thailand, but fatalities have fallen to a new low, according to a new report released on Wednesday (Mar 27) by the National Institute for Child and Family Development (NICFD).
Phuket boat operators asked to be careful during Asean ministerial visit
Phuket boat operators asked to be careful during Asean ministerial visit
PHUKET: The Phuket Marine Office issued a notice today calling for all boat operators “to be careful” while a high-powered delegation conducts a marine life inspection tour between Ao Po Grand Marina to Rassada Pier tomorrow (Mar 28).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Body in oil drum! More sunbeds on Patong Beach? 7-party coalition announced! || March 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Body in oil drum! More sunbeds on Patong Beach? 7-party coalition announced! || March 27
PHUKET XTRA - March 27 More sunbeds on Patong Beach? |:| Body found in oil drum! |:| Three parasail operators unsafe |:| Phuket election results to stand! |:|New 7-party coalition announced Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Elegant White Charity Gala
Elegant White Charity Gala
Elegant White Charity Gala 10,000 Baht per person. With a limit of 50 charitable souls. Any questions call 081 892 9207.
Man dead after collision with U-turning minivan
Man dead after collision with U-turning minivan
PHUKET: A man has died after the motorbike he was on collided with a Toyota minivan that was making a U-turn in Pa Khlok in the early hours of this morning (Mar 27).
Pheu Thai announces 7-party coalition with 255 MPs
Pheu Thai announces 7-party coalition with 255 MPs
BANGKOK: The Pheu Thai Party today (Mar 27) announced the formation of a seven-party coalition government with 255 MPs, vowing to stop the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) returning to power.
Patong Beach sunbed operators push for more space on the sand
Patong Beach sunbed operators push for more space on the sand
PHUKET: Less than 48 hours after the polls closed in the national election on Sunday, Patong sunbed operators have filed a formal request to extend their areas at Patong Beach, including setting up an entirely new section of sun beds along one of the busiest sections of Phuket’s most popular stretches of sand.
UPS launches package delivery by drone
UPS launches package delivery by drone
NORTH CAROLINA: American delivery giant UPS on Tuesday (Mar 26) launched the first authorised use of unmanned drones to transport packages to recipients.
Poll problems prompt EU, Anfrel to voice concern
Poll problems prompt EU, Anfrel to voice concern
BANGKOK: International agencies have voiced concern over transparency in Sunday’s election.
SPECIAL REPORT: Phuket election results to stand, vote count confirmed manually
SPECIAL REPORT: Phuket election results to stand, vote count confirmed manually
PHUKET: Technical difficulties with the report-sharing app were to blame for the late vote count in the nation election on Sunday night (Mar 24), forcing local officials to count the votes manually, the Director of the Phuket office of the Election Commission (PEC) explained to The Phuket News today (Mar 26)
Phuket police seize 13kg of ‘parcel delivery’ marijuana
Phuket police seize 13kg of ‘parcel delivery’ marijuana
PHUKET: A series of tip-offs have seen police in Phuket seize 13 kilogrammes of marijuana packed in parcels for delivery, with 12 one-kilo bars in parcels seized at Rawai Post Office yesterday (Mar 25).
The Grand Opening of Gamers Arena in Chalong!
The Grand Opening of Gamers Arena in Chalong!
Grand opening of the first professional gaming spot for gamers and esports lovers. 16 most powerful computers, PlayStation 4, Playstation VR, NT Switch, the fastest Internet 500/500 Mbps, all games you need! Special discounts during the rain or when a gamer is injured. 10 minutes walk from our hotel Gamers Paradise Hotel. Gamers Arena Soi Ta-Iad gaming hall right on Fitness Street in Chalong.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Day 2 of Thai election aftermath! Free water in Patong? No ’tsunami alert’ || March 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Day 2 of Thai election aftermath! Free water in Patong? No ’tsunami alert’ || March 26
PHUKET XTRA - March 26 Day 2 of Thailand election aftermath |:| Patong starts deploying free water |:| Phuket Governor admits drought |:| No ’Tsunami alert’, just a notice |:| Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Mayor announces plan to prevent water crisis
Mayor announces plan to prevent water crisis
PHUKET: Phuket City Mayor Somjai Suwansupana warned of water sources on the island running dry and announced the second plan for emergency drought preparations yesterday (Mar 25) at a meeting held at the Phuket City Municipality Office.
AirAsia apologises for ‘Get off in Thailand’ ad
AirAsia apologises for ‘Get off in Thailand’ ad
KUALA LUMPUR: International media reported on today (Mar 26) that AirAsia had apologised for and removed its “Get off in Thailand” advertisements posted in Australia and intended to promote direct flights between Brisbane, in Queensland, and Bangkok.
McGregor announces his retirement from MMA
McGregor announces his retirement from MMA
LOS ANGELES: Mixed martial arts star Conor McGregor said Tuesday he had retired from the sport, vowing to hang up his gloves for the second time in three years.
Phuket Governor ‘urges’ action to save water ‘in case of drought’
Phuket Governor ‘urges’ action to save water ‘in case of drought’
PHUKET: The Governor of Phuket has urged relevant agencies to find raw water reserves to supplement public water supply and to conduct public-awareness campaigns for conserving water use in order to reduce the volume of water residents are using “in case of a drought”.
Thailand elects its first ever disabled MP
Thailand elects its first ever disabled MP
TRANG: A former national para table tennis athlete, who will become Thailand’s first elected MP with a disability after Sunday’s vote, has pledged to promote the rights of people with disabilities and ensure they enjoy the same social benefits and opportunities as the rest of society.
THE PROGRESSIVE DINING EXPERIENCE BY CHEF DAN BARK
THE PROGRESSIVE DINING EXPERIENCE BY CHEF DAN BARK
MONDAY 22ND APRIL 2019 | Tre | 6:30 – 10:30pm. The Progressive Dining Experience by Chef Dan Bark, features a 7-course tasting menu where each course focuses on delicate surprising flavours that will challenge the diner’s pallet in a unique way. Food only: THB 3,500 net per guest. Food with Beverages pairing: THB 4,500 net per guest. For Bookings email fb-phuket@banyantree.com or Call 076-372400.
THE PROGRESSIVE SUNDAY EASTER BRUNCH
THE PROGRESSIVE SUNDAY EASTER BRUNCH
SUNDAY 21ST APRIL 2019 | The Watercourt | Noon – 3.30 pm. “Michelin-Star Easter Brunch” Chef Dan Bark from “Upstairs” Bangkok will share his unique intriguing culinary skills in our Banyan Tree Phuket’s signature and famous Brunch Chef Dan Bark, formerly Sous Chef of the Three Star-Michelin restaurant Grace in Chicago. Food only | THB 3,500 net per guest. Food with Free Flow beverages THB 4,500 net per guest. Food with ½ bottle of beverage THB 5,500 net per person. For Bookings email fb-phuket@banyantree.com or Call 076-372400.