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B400 minimum wage ‘a New Year present’
B400 minimum wage ‘a New Year present’
BANGKOK: Thailand plans to increase the daily minimum wage to B400 next year, Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said on Friday (Nov 8).
French tourist hospitalised after apparent suicide attempt
French tourist hospitalised after apparent suicide attempt
PHUKET: A 34-year-old French tourist was found in critical condition after an apparent suicide attempt in a hotel room in Phuket Town yesterday (Nov 8).
Germany marks 1989 Berlin Wall fall with ‘Preserve Freedom’ party
Germany marks 1989 Berlin Wall fall with ‘Preserve Freedom’ party
GERMANY: Germany marks 35 years since the Berlin Wall fell with festivities from Saturday (Nov 9) under the theme ‘Preserve Freedom!’ as Russia’s war rages in Ukraine and many fear democracy is under attack.
Armed drug dealer arrested driving Phuket taxi
Armed drug dealer arrested driving Phuket taxi
PHUKET: Police have arrested a 30-year-old man driving a registered taxi for illegal possession of methamphetamine pills (ya bah) and crystal meth (ya ice), and a loaded firearm.
B800mn investment fraud suspect arrested in Wichit
B800mn investment fraud suspect arrested in Wichit
PHUKET: Officers from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) have arrested a suspect found hiding in Phuket who was involved in a large-scale investment scam that defrauded over B800 million from Thai and foreign investors.
PAFC head to Krabi eyeing a positive result
PAFC head to Krabi eyeing a positive result
FOOTBALL: Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) head to a Krabi FC team today (Nov 9) that are in dire straits, languishing at the bottom of the table after relegation from T2 last season.
Celebrity lawyer and wife remanded in custody
Celebrity lawyer and wife remanded in custody
BANGKOK: Celebrity lawyer Sittra Biabungkerd and his wife Patthitta Biabungkerd have been remanded in custody on fraud and money laundering charges after the Criminal Court denied Ms Patthitta’s bail request. Mr Sittra did not apply for bail.
Officials spend B500mn on maintaining island’s one operating incinerator
Officials spend B500mn on maintaining island’s one operating incinerator
Phuket City Municipality has inked a deal to pay more than B511 million for the upkeep of the island’s only working public incinerator for the next 15 years. The half-billion-baht contract comes while a second incinerator is built at the Saphan Hin facility over the next two years, and while the volume of trash delivered to the island’s main landfill continues to outpace the ability to burn it.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fatal Mayor shooting, Phuket seaplane discussions, Boss attacked at Chalong home || Nov 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fatal Mayor shooting, Phuket seaplane discussions, Boss attacked at Chalong home || Nov 8
PHUKET XTRA - November 8 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Facial recognition system launches at Phuket airport
Facial recognition system launches at Phuket airport
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat arrived at Phuket International Airport today (Nov 8) to confirm the use of facial recognition to streamline passenger processing and reduce wait times.
The True Cost of Living in Paradise: Why Phuket is One of Southeast Asia’s Priciest Places
The True Cost of Living in Paradise: Why Phuket is One of Southeast Asia’s Priciest Places
For years, Phuket has been the paradise that tourists, retirees, and remote workers have dreamed of. This Thai island is considered home to wonderful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and relaxed living that lures more and more international residents who want comfort and adventure in their life. But Phuket's paradiagonal status does come at a price. According to recent data, Phuket now ranks 4th in Southeast Asia by the cost of living. Let's look at the numbers and find out how that compares to other Thai and Southeast Asian cities.
Ministry to legalise unregistered hotels
Ministry to legalise unregistered hotels
BANGKOK: The Tourism and Sports Ministry has vowed to register unregistered hotels through a new draft within one year, aiming to maintain the long-haul tourist market as the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is implemented in two years, which requires adhering to strict environmental standards.
Ishii names five newcomers in squad
Ishii names five newcomers in squad
FOOTBALL: Thailand coach Masatada Ishii has called up 23 players for the two warm-up matches against Lebanon and Laos during the FIFA Day break next week.
Mayor shot dead in Narathiwat
Mayor shot dead in Narathiwat
NARATHIWAT: The mayor of a tambon in Rueso district of Narathiwat was shot dead by a group of men armed with war weapons at his garment factory in the southern border province yesterday (Nov 7).
Myanmar man killed in motorbike accident
Myanmar man killed in motorbike accident
PHUKET: A 29-year-old Myanmar man died when his motorbike skidded into a roadside barrier then slammed into a power pole on the bypass road early this morning (Nov 8).
Biden vows peaceful White House handover, Trump eyes Putin talks
Biden vows peaceful White House handover, Trump eyes Putin talks
WASHINGTON: Joe Biden pledged a peaceful transfer of power yesterday (Nov 7) after Donald Trump’s decisive US election win, while the Republican showed his intent to ditch the outgoing president’s policies by suggesting he would talk to Vladimir Putin.
New panel to reduce school dropout rates
New panel to reduce school dropout rates
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Education will set up a committee to lead efforts to curb high school dropout rates, it has been confirmed.
Tourist Police ramp up safety measures ahead of high season
Tourist Police ramp up safety measures ahead of high season
PHUKET: Phuket Tourist Police have launched a multi-agency campaign to boost safety for tourists ahead of the coming tourism high season.
Junior Sailors shine at O’pen Cup
Junior Sailors shine at O’pen Cup
SAILING: Near perfect winds and weather conditions greeted 17 junior sailors participating in the 3rd O’pen Skiff Cup last weekend hosted by the Phuket Yacht Club in Chalong Bay.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Slap gets Patong motorbike taxi driver charged, Declining dugong numbers || Nov 7
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Slap gets Patong motorbike taxi driver charged, Declining dugong numbers || Nov 7
PHUKET XTRA - November 7 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand