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Street vendor rules in Bangkok ‘hurting tourism’
Street vendor rules in Bangkok ‘hurting tourism’
BANGKOK: City Hall’s efforts to regulate the use of pavements is damaging one of Thailand’s biggest tourism draws, an expert at Chulalongkorn University’s Urban Design and Development Centre (UCDC) has warned.
Phuket gears up for ‘Bike Un Ai Rak’
Phuket gears up for ‘Bike Un Ai Rak’
PHUKET: More than 4,000 people have registered to take part in the ‘Bike Un Ai Rak’ (‘Warmth of Love’) cycling event to be held nationwide on Dec 9.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Child porn ring busted! ’Ghost students’ probe? Baby crushed by bus! || Nov. 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Child porn ring busted! ’Ghost students’ probe? Baby crushed by bus! || Nov. 26
PHUKET XTRA - November 26 Baby crushed under Phuket tour bus! |:| Child porn raids hit Patong |:| New rules for young Muslim brides |:| Beach seawall ordered to move |:| Probe into ’ghost student’s expands! Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Phuket King’s Cup Regatta returns
Phuket King’s Cup Regatta returns
SAILING: The 32nd Phuket King’s Cup Regatta will be held from Dec 1-8, 2018. Asia’s biggest and the most prestigious sailing regatta will be held at its traditional home on the popular resort island of Phuket and this year the focus will be split between the keelboats, multihulls and the next generation of sailors in the International Dinghy Classes.
Urgent order issued to fix dangerous Phuket road
Urgent order issued to fix dangerous Phuket road
PHUKET: The contractor responsible for the four-kilometre-long section of Thepkrasattri Rd that is being resurfaced – and has caused dozens of motorbike accidents resulting in injuries – has been ordered to make the road safer and to expedite the roadworks.
Aussie tourist ‘robbed at gunpoint’ in Phuket exposed as fake
Aussie tourist ‘robbed at gunpoint’ in Phuket exposed as fake
PHUKET: The 19-year-old Australian tourist who reported to police that he was robbed at gunpoint early Saturday morning (Nov 24) after being abandoned by his taxi driver has confessed that his claim was fake, police have confirmed.
Stop Violence Against Women campaign held in Phuket Town
Stop Violence Against Women campaign held in Phuket Town
PHUKET: A ‘Stop Violence Against Women’ parade was held in Phuket Town yesterday (Nov 25) as part of the country’s campaign to eliminate violence against women, children and family members.
Family weekend Art Fair
Family weekend Art Fair
BBQ Brunch and Brushes on Saturday 1st December from 12.30 to 4.30pm. B1,650 includes BBQ brunch, art materials and artistic instruction from local artist Kat Jones. B750 for BBQ Brunch only, B500 for Kids BBQ. B900 for art instruction only, B500 for kids (from 2pm to 4pm). Seating is limited to 45 guests. Welcome Back Brunch for Ride4Kids on Sunday 2nd December from 1pm to 4pm. The Welcome Home Brunch for the intrepid Ride 4 Kids team returning to Phuket after their 200 km ride from Phuket to Krabi. B1,000 for Family Style Brunch, B500 for Kids BBQ. Seating is limited to 45 guests so book your seats early with Jade or Tina. To book any of these events, contact: Jade@tastebargrill.com - Tel: 087 886 6401 or Tina@phukethasbeengoodtous.org - 080 143 9554
Baba Beach Club Phuket presents Patrick Topping
Baba Beach Club Phuket presents Patrick Topping
7/12/2018, we welcome Patrick Topping who will bring his signature house sounds to Baba Beach Club Phuket. Escape to our Music Lovers' oasis on Natai beach for an elevated weekend experience. Patrick Topping - One of the most in-demand names in dance music right now, he has carved a reputation for himself as a figurehead for a wave of exciting and diverse artists from the U.K. A prolific producer, who’s released on labels such as Hot Creations, Truesoul & Relief Records and remixed the likes of Booka Shade,Tiga and Matador, whilst securing 11 Beatport #1s, such as ‘Be Sharp Say Nowt’, ‘Forget’ and ‘Voicemail” a collaboration with the legendary Green Velvet. December 7th from 2 pm onwards - Daytime Party For more information & bookings, contact us: +66 76 429 388
Baby crushed under Phuket tour bus
Baby crushed under Phuket tour bus
PHUKET: Police are investigating a tragic road accident in Phuket Town yesterday (Nov 25) that resulted in a 4-month-old baby being crushed under the wheels of a tour bus.
Corruption probe launched into schools for ’ghost student’ claims
Corruption probe launched into schools for ’ghost student’ claims
BANGKOK: A graft-busting agency suspects some state education officials in Nakhon Ratchasima province fabricated over 200 student names to pocket an education subsidy.
Thailand beat Singapore to advance in Suzuki Cup
Thailand beat Singapore to advance in Suzuki Cup
BANGKOK: Thailand underlined their favourites tag in the AFF Suzuki Cup with a dominant 3-0 win over Singapore at the Rajamangala National Stadium yesterday (Nov 25).
Aussie tourist robbed at gunpoint after dumped by Phuket taxi driver
Aussie tourist robbed at gunpoint after dumped by Phuket taxi driver
PHUKET: Police are searching for four suspects who robbed a 19-year-old Australian tourist at gunpoint after he was dumped by the side of a dark road in Phuket by a taxi driver.
BISP Head Boy wins coveted ESU International Public Speaking Competition
BISP Head Boy wins coveted ESU International Public Speaking Competition
On Wednesday 7th November, BISP Head Boy Thanadon (Albert) Tantivit was presented his trophy for the English Speaking Union International Public Speaking Competition by the President of ESU Thailand and Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Udom Kachintorn.
Silent plane with no moving parts makes ‘historic’ flight
Silent plane with no moving parts makes ‘historic’ flight
The blue glowing jets of science fiction spacecraft came a step closer to reality on Wednesday (Nov 21) as US physicists unveiled the world’s first solid-state aeroplane powered in flight by supercharged air molecules.
In defence of the GED
In defence of the GED
The Senior Director of the GED Testing Service has responded to the article published in The Phuket News titled, ‘The Dark Underworld of Thailand’s Foreign University Students’. The response, in full, is as follows:
Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous returns
Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous returns
The Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous (KRSR) returns to Phuket from December 6-9, 2018. Sponsored by Infinite Luxury and in collaboration with luxury Thai Resort Kata Rocks, this unique event will see some of the world’s most iconic superyacht brands come together on Phuket.
The #MeToo movement makes its effects felt in Thailand
The #MeToo movement makes its effects felt in Thailand
In the age of #MeToo, Thais have become more aware of issues like sexual violence and female empowerment.
Phuket Opinion: Where boys in brown shine
Phuket Opinion: Where boys in brown shine
PHUKET: It’s a rare week when this newspaper gives credit to police officers on this island, but this week we shall. In giving praise where it is due, there is no progress without reward.
Appeal launched for Irish tourist after ‘horrific’ Phuket road accident
Appeal launched for Irish tourist after ‘horrific’ Phuket road accident
PHUKET: An appeal has been launched to raise funds to pay for medical expenses for an Irishman who remains in intensive care after a “horrific” road accident in Phuket.