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Progress in Starship test launch, but ship and booster explode
Progress in Starship test launch, but ship and booster explode
UNITED STATES: SpaceX on Saturday (Nov 18) made progress in the second test launch of its mammoth Starship rocket, with the booster separating from the spaceship, but both then exploding shortly after over the ocean.
Illegal sunbed vendors arrested at Kata Beach
Illegal sunbed vendors arrested at Kata Beach
PHUKET: Three sunbed and umbrella operators were arrested earlier today (Nov 18) for operating illegally on Kata Beach following an inspection led by Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat.
Former Chalong Mayor under fire as market deemed ‘illegal’
Former Chalong Mayor under fire as market deemed ‘illegal’
PHUKET: Former Chalong Mayor Samran Jindapol presented himself at Chalong Police Station yesterday (Nov 17) in response to a summons alleging that his popular ‘Suk Samran’ fresh market near Country Home is operating illegally.
Patong cannabis shop raids lead to three arrests
Patong cannabis shop raids lead to three arrests
PHUKET: Patong Police have arrested three suspects as part of the ongoing crackdown on cannabis shops that illegally sell drugs alongside legal marijuana products.
Cherng Talay Police warn against ‘street racing’
Cherng Talay Police warn against ‘street racing’
PHUKET: Cherng Talay Police have shared a notice warning motorbike riders of illegal street racing, targeting motorbike riders.
Russia moves to ban ‘international LGBT movement’ for ‘extremism’
Russia moves to ban ‘international LGBT movement’ for ‘extremism’
MOSCOW: Russian officials said Friday (Nov 17) they are seeking a ban on the “international LGBT public movement”, building on a crackdown against liberal-leaning groups that has intensified since Moscow deployed troops to Ukraine.
Fury vs. Usyk undisputed heavyweight fight confirmed
Fury vs. Usyk undisputed heavyweight fight confirmed
BOXING: Tyson Fury vowed to deliver a “fight for the ages” as his “historic” clash with Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight title was confirmed for Feb 17 next year in Saudi Arabia.
Travel demand drives Q3 airfares
Travel demand drives Q3 airfares
BANGKOK: Average airfares in the third quarter this year continued to surge even though it was the low season, with the increases driven by strong travel demand.
Department insists sugar market back to normal after price hike
Department insists sugar market back to normal after price hike
BANGKOK: The Commerce Ministry has confirmed the market for refined sugar returned to normal with a sufficient supply of products.
Cannabis loopholes to be closed
Cannabis loopholes to be closed
BANGKOK: The Public Health Ministry has completed the first draft of the Cannabis-Hemp Act and said it will not reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew said on Friday (Nov 17).
Loy Krathong festivities for Phuket Town announced
Loy Krathong festivities for Phuket Town announced
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality has announced its festivities to be held for the Loy Krathong festival, this year to be observed on Monday, Nov 27.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Slippery Patong Hill Rd., Prep for 4am nightlife in Phuket’s Sin City, Sky doctor team || Nov 17
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Slippery Patong Hill Rd., Prep for 4am nightlife in Phuket’s Sin City, Sky doctor team || Nov 17
PHUKET XTRA - Nov 17 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Sky doctor delivers urgent patient to Phuket amid rough weather
Sky doctor delivers urgent patient to Phuket amid rough weather
PHUKET: The Royal Thai Navy 3rd Naval Area Command (RTN 3rd NAC) successfully transported an urgent patient from Lanta Noi island in Krabi province to Vachira Phuket Hospital via air yesterday (Nov 16). The operation was conducted while a heavy weather warning was in effect in both Phuket and Krabi provinces.
US Embassy reviews Phuket’s migrant worker conditions
US Embassy reviews Phuket’s migrant worker conditions
PHUKET: Elska Vuong, Political Affairs Associate at the US Embassy in Bangkok, was in Phuket yesterday (Nov 16) to discuss with local officials how migrant workers on the island are treated.
Tourism fund meant to aid state agencies
Tourism fund meant to aid state agencies
BANGKOK: The tourism fund derived from collecting fees from foreign tourists would primarily be reserved for state agencies for tourism development, rather than private sector soft loans, according to the organisers.
Rotary Club of Patong Beach Christmas Party 2023
Rotary Club of Patong Beach Christmas Party 2023
Please reserve the date and register for the annual Rotary Club of Patong Beach Christmas Party happening at the Holiday Inn Resort Phuket. Registration and Prepayment is mandatory. Prices until December 01: Rotary Club Members and their immediate family members: 2,000 THB per Adult. Non-Rotary Members: 2,500 THB per Adult. For Children aged 6 to 12 years old: 750 THB. The price includes a sumptuous buffet and free flow of well- chosen drinks per person. For bookings and more info email - president@rotarypatong.org or LINE ID - kamala110
Patong will be ready for 4am closing by Dec 15 D-Day, assures district chief
Patong will be ready for 4am closing by Dec 15 D-Day, assures district chief
PHUKET: Kathu District Chief Theeraphong Chuaychu has announced that Patong will be ready to allow nightlife venues to remain open until 4am by the Dec 15 deadline.
Governor talks up tourists’ safety to big guns
Governor talks up tourists’ safety to big guns
PHUKET: A series of events including an air-sea rescue exercise off Patong Beach originally scheduled to be held later this month is to show how seriously the government is taking tourists’ safety, Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat said yesterday (Nov 16).
Head breaks South African hearts as Australia set up World Cup final with India
Head breaks South African hearts as Australia set up World Cup final with India
CRICKET: Travis Head starred with bat and ball as Australia set up a “special” World Cup final clash with India after a tense three-wicket win over South Africa in Kolkata yesterday (Nov 16).
Officials tackle slippery road over Patong Hill
Officials tackle slippery road over Patong Hill
PHUKET: Work is to begin on applying a new surface to the road over Patong Hill in the hope of reducing the number of accidents on the steep slopes.