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Nation to commemorate Chulalongkorn Memorial Day
Nation to commemorate Chulalongkorn Memorial Day
PHUKET: Government offices and many businesses will be closed this Tuesday (Oct 23) as the nationa commemorates Chulalongkorn Memorial Day in honour of King Chulalongkorn, also often reffered to as Rama 5.
A theatrical vision for live performance in Phuket
A theatrical vision for live performance in Phuket
I was invited to write this column to sound off on things dramatic and theatrical. I can think of thousands of things I’d love to say, but where to start?
Thai AirAsia seeks face scans in Krabi
Thai AirAsia seeks face scans in Krabi
BANGKOK: Thai AirAsia (TAA), Thailand’s largest low-cost carrier, plans to provide a facial recognition system at check-in for volunteer passengers on a trial basis at Krabi International Airport.
Similans limited: Tourist quota shakes tour operators
Similans limited: Tourist quota shakes tour operators
PHUKET: In a move to prevent more environmental damage by heavy ‘overtourism’, the number of tourists allowed to enter Mu Ko Similan National Park, a key natural tourist attraction just over 80km northwest of Phuket, has been halved with a quota brought into effect on Monday (Oct 15).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Graffiti pair face 10 years! Rock climber succumbs! ’Lingerie Sharing’ project! || Oct. 19
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Graffiti pair face 10 years! Rock climber succumbs! ’Lingerie Sharing’ project! || Oct. 19
PHUKET XTRA - October 19 10 years in prison for graffiti? |:| Drug use on rise in Patong? |:| ’Lingerie Sharing’ project |:| Rock climber succumbs to injuries |:| Ministry backtracks Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Conservationists win reprieve against Phuket marina project
Conservationists win reprieve against Phuket marina project
PHUKET: The company that filed the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the B450 million Ao Kung Marina and Sports Complex planned to be built in Pa Khlok, on Phuket’s east coast, has retracted its EIA application, The Phuket News has confirmed today (Oct 19).
New Phuket Provincial Prison reaches half-way mark
New Phuket Provincial Prison reaches half-way mark
PHUKET: It has been confirmed today that construction of the new Phuket Provincial Prison in Bangjo, Thalang has reached the half-way point and is likely to be complete by the end of next year.
Phuket Robinson launches ‘Lingerie Sharing’ project
Phuket Robinson launches ‘Lingerie Sharing’ project
PHUKET: Robsinson department store in Phuket Town this week launched its ‘Lingerie Sharing’ campaign to raise funds to buy undergarments for women inmates at Phuket Provincial Prison.
Hamilton preaches respects
Hamilton preaches respects
FORMULA ONE: Lewis Hamilton has called for title rival Sebastian Vettel to be shown more respect as the Briton prepares to put him to the sword at this weekend’s United States Grand Prix (21 October).
SUV car for Rent.
SUV car for Rent.
Toyota Forturner for long term rent in High Reason, very special rate offer. Tony: +66 85 940 1852, e-mail: thot.chalermporn@gmail.com.
The Nai Harn elevates Phuket’s culinary scene with Prime @ Rock Salt
The Nai Harn elevates Phuket’s culinary scene with Prime @ Rock Salt
The Nai Harn, Phuket’s only member of Leading Hotels of the World, is once again raising the bar on island gastronomy with the launch of Prime @ Rock Salt, a new rooftop venue that promises exclusive dining experiences with spectacular views of the beach and sea.
Cocaine, heroin popular among specific groups in Patong, police play down claim
Cocaine, heroin popular among specific groups in Patong, police play down claim
PHUKET: Cocaine and heroin use is on the rise among specific groups of people in Patong according to newly appointed Phuket Vice Governor Supoj Rotreuang Na Nongkhai, who is also President of Phuket Provincial Drug Information Surveillance.
Hero behind the scenes - Interview with cave diver, Maksym Polejaka
Hero behind the scenes - Interview with cave diver, Maksym Polejaka
Speaking of Superman, you might think of a figure in cartoons or movies: working hard in a small cubicle like average Joe. Once he’s needed, he rushes out, rips off his working clothes, reveals his flying cape, charges into danger to save people’s lives. When crisis is resolved, Superman returns to his normal life. This is exactly what Maksym Polejaka did in July to save the football team in Tham Luang Nang Non Cave in Chiang Rai, except the cape part.
Ministry backtracks on visa fee waiver plan
Ministry backtracks on visa fee waiver plan
BANGKOK: The government’s plans to exempt tourists from visa-on-arrival fees to attract foreign travellers is unlikely to happen this year, according to Tourism and Sports Minister Weerasak Kowsurat.
Screenagers
Screenagers
UWCT & PSG will be hosting a complimentary screening of SCREENAGERS for parents, staff and to the wider Phuket community. Kindly RSVP by emailing rsvp@uwcthailand.ac.th to allow for seating and planning as spaces are limited. Please share the event details for families that may be interested to attend.
Alan Wallace Two Day Complimentary Seminar
Alan Wallace Two Day Complimentary Seminar
Dynamic lecturer, progressive scholar, and one of the most prolific writers and translators of Tibetan Buddhism in the West, B. Alan Wallace, Ph.D., continually seeks innovative ways to integrate Buddhist contemplative practices with Western science to advance the study of the mind. UWC Thailand International School (UWCT) and Thanyapura Health & Sports Resort are honoured to be able to host Dr. Wallace for a two-day seminar in Phuket on November 17 & 18. The seminar is free of charge—compliments of UWCT and Thanyapura—but spaces are limited. Dr. Wallace’s visit underpins the school’s perspective that mindfulness is integral to a 21st-century education. Kindly RSVP by emailing rsvp@uwcthailand.ac.th
UWCT Christmas Fair
UWCT Christmas Fair
The UWCT 2018 Christmas Fair will have a hint of Elf magic this year following the UWCT Primary School Musical production of Elf Jr. With a Santa's grotto, craft stalls, traditional (and non-traditional) food and drinks and activities for the whole family. As a vendor, the fair will provide a prime opportunity for pre-Christmas gift sales and great general brand exposure for your products or services. Kindly email rsvp@uwcthailand.ac.th for more information.
Unusually rich ex-transport permanent secretary jailed
Unusually rich ex-transport permanent secretary jailed
BANGKOK: A former permanent secretary of the Transport Ministry found unusually rich after his house was burgled seven years ago has been sent to prison for 10 months for filing false asset declarations, after losing his appeal.
Poor service quality dogs airport ranking
Poor service quality dogs airport ranking
BANGKOK: Inferior service quality and poor management means that Suvarnabhumi airport is unlikely to be placed among the world’s top airports, a seminar was told yesterday (Oct 18).
American tourist in rock-climbing fall dies in ICU
American tourist in rock-climbing fall dies in ICU
PHUKET: Police have confirmed that the American man who fell while rock climbing at Railay Beach on on Tuesday (Oct 16) has died from his injuries.