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Fears of Middle East war grow after Hamas leader’s killing
Fears of Middle East war grow after Hamas leader’s killing
MIDDLE EAST: Fears of a regional Middle East war grew on Saturday (Aug 3) after the assassination of Hamas’s political leader, blamed on Israel, triggered vows of vengeance from Iran-backed Middle East groups.
Traffic Police issue maps to avoid Heroines traffic
Traffic Police issue maps to avoid Heroines traffic
PHUKET: Thalang Traffic Police have issued maps showing alternate routes to avoid the Heroines Monument roundabout following heavy traffic and delays along Thepkrasattri Rd yesterday (Aug 3).
Taking the Rotary reins in Patong
Taking the Rotary reins in Patong
As the 10 Rotary Clubs in Phuket held a joint club presidents installation ceremony at The Pago Design Hotel Phuket on July 12, Carol-Ann ‘Cabbie’ Rein took the reins as President of the Rotary Club of Patong Beach, the only English-language Rotary club on the island. Here in a statement to The Phuket News, Cabbie introduces herself and outlines her goals as Club President for the term 2024-2025.
Phuket’s home-grown tourism efforts praised
Phuket’s home-grown tourism efforts praised
PHUKET: In a significant visit aimed at enhancing local tourism, the Advisor to the Prime Minister, along with the Inspector-General of the Prime Minister’s Office, Inspection Area 6, arrived in Phuket yesterday (Aug 3) to engage in a series of meetings and study visits in Phuket from Aug 3-5.
Patong lifeguards mark 53 surf rescues in July
Patong lifeguards mark 53 surf rescues in July
PHUKET: Lifeguards at Patong Beach are urging people to obey red ‘no swimming’ flags and lifeguards’ warnings after 53 people were rescued from rip currents in 29 incidents at Patong Beach alone in July.
Kunlavut carries Thai hopes for historic badminton medal
Kunlavut carries Thai hopes for historic badminton medal
OLYMPICS: Thailand’s hopes for bagging its first ever badminton medal in the Olympics now rest on star shuttler Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who is just one win away from making history for the kingdom.
Srettha allays concerns over Temu’s entry
Srettha allays concerns over Temu’s entry
BANGKOK: The Revenue Department and the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) have been instructed to ensure the new Chinese online retailer Temu complies with Thai laws and pays taxes, said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
Phuket readies for PPAO Mini Marathon
Phuket readies for PPAO Mini Marathon
RUNNING: More than 1,000 people have already registered to take part in the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) Mini Marathon 2024 to be held on Koh Siray on Aug 25.
Pilot dead after small plane hits Samut Sakhon house
Pilot dead after small plane hits Samut Sakhon house
SAMUT SAKHON: A pilot died on Saturday (Aug 3) when his light aircraft crash-landed into a house in Muang district of Samut Sakhon province, causing significant damage to the structure.
Step by Step: How regulatory changes are poised to reshape Phuket’s tourism industry landscape
Step by Step: How regulatory changes are poised to reshape Phuket’s tourism industry landscape
OPINION: Thailand’s recent decision to ease regulations on coastal hotels, particularly in tourist hotspots like Phuket, Krabi and Phang Nga, marks a pivotal moment for the country’s tourism sector. By bringing thousands of previously “illegal” hotel rooms into the legal framework, the government is not only providing relief to small hotel owners but also fostering a more dynamic and competitive tourism market that could significantly benefit Phuket’s economy.
Malaysia Independence Day Golf Thailand Phuket 2024
Malaysia Independence Day Golf Thailand Phuket 2024
Calling all swingers! Get your clubs ready for Malaysia Independence Day Golf tournament at Red Mountain Golf Club on August 17th! Register now for B5,900 per person, including green fee, golf cart and caddie, round trip hotel transfer, lunch and Gala Dinner at the Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chao Fah Hotel. Proceed of this Golf Tournament will be donated to a Charity selected by the organizer in December 2024. This event is jointly organized by Asia Mice Planner, Malaysian Club Thailand, Only One Tour International & Malaysian Thai Friends Group. Contact Dave for more info on 081 271 2429.
Pygmy killer whales rescued from stranding in Phuket mangrove forest
Pygmy killer whales rescued from stranding in Phuket mangrove forest
PHUKET: One small killer whale has died and another remains in critical condition after becoming stranded in the mangrove forest area of Tha Le Bay, near Baan Ao Kung, Pa Khlok, on Phuket’s east coast early today (Aug 3).
Riots flare in another UK city as police brace for weekend turmoil
Riots flare in another UK city as police brace for weekend turmoil
ENGLAND: Rioting erupted Friday evening (Aug 2) in Sunderland, northeast England, where police said officers faced “serious and sustained levels of violence”, the latest unrest linked to a mass stabbing earlier this week that killed three young girls.
Privy Councillor visits Rajabhat
Privy Councillor visits Rajabhat
PHUKET: Privy Councillor Gen Dapong Ratanasuwan visited Phuket Rajabhat University on Thursday (Aug 1) to inspect the progress of student affairs initiatives aimed at fostering community service, enhancing moral values and promoting ethics among students.
‘Fly me to the Moon’ more fun than historical
‘Fly me to the Moon’ more fun than historical
The moon landing – did it happen or was it staged? It’s hard to imagine that when I went to high school, okay a little longer ago than I care to admit, it was simply taught that the moon landing did happen. Today we find ourselves in a world where a growing number of people believe that what is considered a pivotal event in world history may have in fact been staged.
Phuket job fair touts 2,000 vacancies
Phuket job fair touts 2,000 vacancies
PHUKET: The Department of Employment, in collaboration with the Phuket Provincial Employment Office, Phuket Vocational College and JobKK.com hosted a labour meeting and job fair offering more than 2,000 job positions yesterday (Aug 2).
Anutin ‘not gunning’ for PM job
Anutin ‘not gunning’ for PM job
BANGKOK: Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul downplayed speculation that he would become the next prime minister if Srettha Thavisin were to be removed from office by the Constitutional Court.
‘Perfect’ Marchand emulates Phelps with fourth gold at Paris Olympics
‘Perfect’ Marchand emulates Phelps with fourth gold at Paris Olympics
OLYMPICS: Leon Marchand called it a “perfect week” after winning his fourth gold of the Paris Olympics with an emphatic victory in the 200m individual medley on yesterday (Aug 2) in front of an ecstatic home crowd.
Rh-negative group repeats urgent call for blood donations
Rh-negative group repeats urgent call for blood donations
PHUKET: The Rh-negative Blood Donation group has repeated its call for urgent blood donations to help a French man in desperate need of O Negative blood.
Traffic at Heroines begins to swell
Traffic at Heroines begins to swell
PHUKET: After confirming traffic flow was still moving relatively freely at the Heroines Monument this morning (Aug 2),Thalang Traffic Police this afternoon advised motorists to make factor in traffic delays to the travel time.