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B34bn Koh Samui bridge project starts public hearings
B34bn Koh Samui bridge project starts public hearings
KOH SAMUI: The Express Authority of Thailand (EXAT) held the first public hearing for its plan to build a 20-kilometre bridge linking the mainland to Koh Samui, with construction due to start in 2028.
‘Sugar Man’ singer Rodriguez dies at 81
‘Sugar Man’ singer Rodriguez dies at 81
NEW YORK: Sixto Rodriguez, the once obscure American singer-songwriter who enjoyed a career renaissance after his music developed a cult following abroad, has died at the age of 81.
Pheu Thai brings six small parties into its alliance
Pheu Thai brings six small parties into its alliance
BANGKOK: The Pheu Thai Party has brought six more political parties into its alliance to form a coalition government, lifting the total number of House seats in the group to 228.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Oil spill could damage 4,000 rai of corals, Underage worker at Patong massage shop || August 9
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Oil spill could damage 4,000 rai of corals, Underage worker at Patong massage shop || August 9
PHUKET XTRA - August 9 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Complaint filed of ‘excessive force’ used in car repossession
Complaint filed of ‘excessive force’ used in car repossession
PHUKET: A Mai Khao man has filed a formal police complaint over four men using “excessive force” to repossess his car for failing to make loan repayments by forcibly taking his car key from him in the car park of the well-known shopping outlet in Thalang.
Chinese Foreign Minister to embark on Southeast Asia tour
Chinese Foreign Minister to embark on Southeast Asia tour
BEIJING: China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Singapore, Malaysia and Cambodia this week, Beijing said today (Aug 9) as it seeks to build ties in the region.
Oil slick places 4,000 rai of corals at risk
Oil slick places 4,000 rai of corals at risk
PHUKET: More than 4,000 rai of corals are at risk of damage by the oil slick that has plagued Phuket’s coast for the past week, Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) Deputy Director-General Pornsri Suthanaruk has revealed.
Blood donation drive keeps focus on need for Rh-negative
Blood donation drive keeps focus on need for Rh-negative
PHUKET: Vachira Phuket Hospital in conjunction with the Phuket Red Cross and Phuket office of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports held the ‘3rd Phuket Blood Donation Drive’ yesterday to help support much-needed blood stocks, with special focus on Rh-negative blood.
Rampant France set up Australia clash, Colombia also into quarters
Rampant France set up Australia clash, Colombia also into quarters
FOOTBALL: France issued a Women’s World Cup warning yesterday (Aug 8) to set up a tasty quarter-final clash against Australia, with Colombia joining them in the last eight and facing England.
Time to buckle up for taxi passengers
Time to buckle up for taxi passengers
BANGKOK: Passengers will need to buckle up while riding in a taxi or other public transport vehicles starting from Nov 6, according to the Royal Thai Police.
Accomplice to Patong street shooting surrenders
Accomplice to Patong street shooting surrenders
PHUKET: An accomplice to the street shooting in Patong last week has surrendered to police to be charged for his role in the crime, Patong Police have announced.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Marine Chief vs oil culprits, New government alliance announced || August 8
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Marine Chief vs oil culprits, New government alliance announced || August 8
PHUKET XTRA - August 8 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Patong massage parlour raided
Patong massage parlour raided
PHUKET: Police have raided a massage parlour in Patong that was operating without a licence and providing masseuses under the age of 18.
German man, 52, drowns at Karon
German man, 52, drowns at Karon
PHUKET: A 52-year-old German tourist drowned at Karon Beach while playing in the water with his 11-year-old son last night (Aug 7).
China drafts rules for using facial recognition data
China drafts rules for using facial recognition data
BEIJING: Firms using facial recognition in China will be required to obtain consent or legal permission before collecting personal information, draft regulations released today (Aug 8) said, while stipulating the rules would not apply to some bodies.
Grow Boating Evening
Grow Boating Evening
We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Isola restaurant at the Royal Phuket Marina from 5pm on Friday the 1st of September. Sponsorship for drinks is available and includes a generous promotional package from our media sponsors The Phuket News, Live 89.5 FM and Phuket News TV. Send us a message or email growboatingphuket@gmail.com for more details. There will be a delicious buffet sponsored by Isola Restaurant for all attendees and as always, all your favourite beverages will be available from the bar. Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee and if you know anyone you think would be interested in coming, please invite them along. A special thanks to our Media Partners The Phuket News, Live 89.5 Radio and Phuket News TV.
No action over dangerous speedboat driving
No action over dangerous speedboat driving
PHUKET: Dangerous driving by a speedboat driver returning from Phi Phi Island amid large waves with tourists on board, who were not wearing life jackets, has been explained away at a press conference organised by the Phuket Marine Office.
Hua Hin airport expansion expected to boost tourism
Hua Hin airport expansion expected to boost tourism
BANGKOK: The Department of Airports (DOA) is embarking on an ambitious plan to elevate Hua Hin Airport to international status, as part of efforts to bolster regional tourism.
Phuket Marine Chief files police complaint over oil slick
Phuket Marine Chief files police complaint over oil slick
PHUKET: Phuket Marine Chief Nachaphong Pranit on Monday (Aug 7) filed a formal complaint at Chalong Police Station in the hope of bringing legal action against the culprit responsible for unleashing a tide of oil that plagued Phuket’s west coast beaches over the weekend.
Skål International Phuket Dinner - August
Skål International Phuket Dinner - August
We are delighted to invite you to our monthly Skal dinner, which will be held at the enchanting Garden Grille at Hilton Garden Inn Phuket Bang Tao. Registration 18:00. contact@skalphuket.org