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MFP told not to meddle in Pheu Thai post-poll efforts
MFP told not to meddle in Pheu Thai post-poll efforts
BANGKOK: The leader of the Seri Ruam Thai Party, Sereepisuth Temeeyaves, is warning the Move Forward Party (MFP) and other parties in the coalition not to interfere with Pheu Thai’s efforts to garner support for its PM candidate.
Tropical downpour sinks Spurs-Leicester friendly in Bangkok
Tropical downpour sinks Spurs-Leicester friendly in Bangkok
FOOTBALL: Tottenham Hotspur’s pre-season preparations suffered a blow on Sunday (July 23) as their friendly against Leicester City in Bangkok was called off because of a waterlogged pitch.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Car rampage arrest, Chalong Pier pontoon concerns, Biker club leader arrested || July 24
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Car rampage arrest, Chalong Pier pontoon concerns, Biker club leader arrested || July 24
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Verstappen wins again to break rare F1 record
Verstappen wins again to break rare F1 record
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen dominated yesterday’s (July 23) Hungarian Grand Prix to propel Red Bull Racing to an unprecedented 12th successive victory in Formula 1.
1,000 trees planted for His Majesty’s birthday
1,000 trees planted for His Majesty’s birthday
PHUKET: Scores of people braved the sporadic thundershowers across the island late yesterday afternoon (July 23) to plant 1,000 tree saplings at Thalang Memorial Park in Tambon Thepkrasattri in honour of the 71st birthday of His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn this Friday (July 28).
Jonas Vingegaard wins second successive Tour de France
Jonas Vingegaard wins second successive Tour de France
CYCLING: Jonas Vingegaard won his second successive Tour de France yesterday (July 23) after Jordi Meeus claimed the final stage honours on the Champs-Elysees in Paris.
Greta Thunberg goes on trial over Swedish climate protest
Greta Thunberg goes on trial over Swedish climate protest
STOCKHOLM: Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg is set to go on trial today (July 24) charged with disobeying police at a rally last month, in which activists blocked the port in the city of Malmo.
Couple arrested with 27k meth pills, 900g of ice
Couple arrested with 27k meth pills, 900g of ice
PHUKET: Police have arrested a man and a woman in Kathu found in possession of more than 27,000 methamphetamine pills (ya bah) and more than 900 grammes of crystal meth (ya ice).
PLTO ‘lucky’ licence plate auction raises B25mn
PLTO ‘lucky’ licence plate auction raises B25mn
PHUKET: An online auction of special licence plates by the Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) over the weekend has raised more than B25 million for road safety initiatives.
Australia retain Ashes after fourth Test washout
Australia retain Ashes after fourth Test washout
CRICKET: Australia have retained the Ashes after the fourth Test against England ended in a rain-affected draw, with bad weather at Old Trafford washing out yesterday’s (July 23) final day.
Pheu Thai to decide MFP’s fate
Pheu Thai to decide MFP’s fate
BANGKOK: The eight-party alliance will meet tomorrow (July 25) to conclude whether the Move Forward Party (MFP) will still join them in forming the new government after other parties refused to support the coalition in a prime ministerial vote if MFP stays on.
Yachting sponsorship in Thailand – an opportunity
Yachting sponsorship in Thailand – an opportunity
For the first time ever, 2022 saw yachting feature in Thailand’s Sponsorship Platforms Top 10, according to the Asia Sponsorship News (ASN) Thailand Market Analysis 2023.
Chalong Pier pontoon sinking again
Chalong Pier pontoon sinking again
PHUKET: Operators of Thai diving and fishing tour boats at Chalong Pier have raised safety concerns about the state of one of the main pontoons at the key tour boat facility, with exposed rust posing a danger to tourists and the pontoon starting to sink again.
Hamilton revels in ending long pole drought
Hamilton revels in ending long pole drought
FORMULA ONE: An emotional Lewis Hamilton said “it felt like the first time” after ending his lengthy pole drought by outpacing Max Verstappen in qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix yesterday (July 22).
Sanctuary at the ‘Sea Salt Lounge’
Sanctuary at the ‘Sea Salt Lounge’
We descended the steps into Sea Salt Lounge & Grill and discovered an unexpected sanctuary, mere moments from Patong. With breath-taking panoramic ocean views complemented by the mesmerising crashing waves against the rocks below, this restaurant certainly made for an enchanting first impression.
Biker club leader arrested after German man’s murder
Biker club leader arrested after German man’s murder
CHON BURI: Police arrested four foreign suspects, including the leader of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club in Pattaya, in a raid connected to a club member’s alleged murder of Hans Peter Walter Mack, a German property broker in Nong Prue district.
Health workers don’t want Anutin back as minister
Health workers don’t want Anutin back as minister
BANGKOK: A doctors’ group says its members will not support the possible return of Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul as public health minister, saying he is unfit for the position.
Bluebottles found at Layan
Bluebottles found at Layan
PHUKET: Beachgoers at Layan Beach are warned to beware Portuguese man-o-war, also called ‘bluebottles’, found washed ashore.
Phuket readies for ‘long holiday’ weekend
Phuket readies for ‘long holiday’ weekend
PHUKET: Officials are urging people to take advantage of five days of holidays over six days next weekend as the country celebrates the 71st birthday of His Majesty The King next Friday (July 28) and observes two major Budhhist religious holidays ‒ Asarnha Bucha Day and Khao Phansa (Buddhist Lent) ‒ on Aug 1-2.
Police tase foreigner to stop rampage on parked cars
Police tase foreigner to stop rampage on parked cars
PHUKET: A foreign man was tased by police to stop his rampage on cars parked at a convenience store near where he was staying before being taken to Vachira Phuket Hospital yesterday (July 21).