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Phuket’s ‘Buddha’s footprint’ makes 25 finalist attractions in ‘Unseen New Chapters’ campaign
Phuket’s ‘Buddha’s footprint’ makes 25 finalist attractions in ‘Unseen New Chapters’ campaign
BANGKOK:  The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced the 25 finalists in the ‘Unseen New Chapters’ campaign comprising of five up-and-coming attractions in each of Thailand’s Northern, Northeastern (Isan), Central, Eastern, and Southern provinces handpicked by Thai tourists as emerging attractions offering new travel experiences.
Make tourists safer, operators told
Make tourists safer, operators told
PHUKET: Phuket officials held a meeting at the Phuket Merlin Hotel yesterday (July 6) to clarify to tour business operators and guides about tourism safety and the laws that apply to people operating businesses that directly involve tourists.
Australia’s ton-up Marsh has return to remember in 3rd Ashes Test
Australia’s ton-up Marsh has return to remember in 3rd Ashes Test
CRICKET: Mitchell Marsh’s run-a-ball 118 was the cornerstone of Australia’s 263 all out on the first day of the third Ashes Test at Headingley yesterday (July 6) after the tourists collapsed either side of his blistering century.
Operator of Titanic sub that imploded suspends all expeditions
Operator of Titanic sub that imploded suspends all expeditions
WASHINGTON: The company that operated the sub which imploded during a dive to the Titanic wreck, killing all five people aboard, said yesterday (July 6) it had halted all activities indefinitely.
Second PM vote on July 19 if first session fails: Wan
Second PM vote on July 19 if first session fails: Wan
BANGKOK: If Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat fails to secure the votes required to become Thailand’s next prime minister in the first House session set for next Thursday (July 13), then a second round of voting is likely to be held on July 19, House speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha said yesterday (July 6).
Man, 73, struck by motorbike while boarding songthaew
Man, 73, struck by motorbike while boarding songthaew
PHUKET: A 73-year-old man boarding a songthaew on Thepkrasattri Rd was rushed to hospital yesterday (July 6) after he was struck by a 25-year-old woman on a motorbike that slammed into the back of the bus.
Phuket Cannabis Association issues declaration of intent
Phuket Cannabis Association issues declaration of intent
PHUKET: The Phuket Cannabis Association issued an official declaration of intent regarding the sale of marijuana across the island yesterday (July 6), a move they say will improve safety and quality standards for consumers.
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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Teens arrested in Kathu shooting case, Thailand’s 50 richest, Turtle rescued || July 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Teens arrested in Kathu shooting case, Thailand’s 50 richest, Turtle rescued || July 6
PHUKET XTRA - July 6 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Gang arrested over shots fired in Kathu
Gang arrested over shots fired in Kathu
PHUKET: Police confirmed today (July 6) that they have arrested five men that they claim were responsible for an incident yesterday that saw gang members fire more than 15 shots from firearms on a small, quiet street in Kathu.
Gratitude flows as expat boy Daniel returns to Phuket continuing to fight for life
Gratitude flows as expat boy Daniel returns to Phuket continuing to fight for life
PHUKET: The family and friends of Daniel Andreiev, a 10-year-old Ukrainian boy who survived drowning in Phuket on May 2, have extended their heartfelt gratitude to all supporters after medics in Bangkok confirmed the boy’s return to Phuket tomorrow (July 7). Still in a coma, Daniel shows steady progress in recovery, making his mother Liudmyla believe in a man-made miracle by the Thai doctors along with Thai and foreign supporters who keep donating money to bring her son back to life.
Phuket honours young taekwondo stars
Phuket honours young taekwondo stars
TAEKWONDO: Two young Phuket athletes have been awarded official certificates of honour in recognition of their achievements in the sport of taekwondo.
Turtle rescued at Patong now in care
Turtle rescued at Patong now in care
PHUKET: A young hawksbill turtle found washed ashore at Patong Beach on Tuesday (July 4) is now in care at the Siritharn Rare Marine Life Rescue Center, based at Ao Makham on Phuket’s east coast.
New agri innovation project expected to benefit 30,000 Thai farmers
New agri innovation project expected to benefit 30,000 Thai farmers
BANGKOK: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-funded Regional Agriculture Innovation Network (RAIN) project recently launched by Winrock International Institute for Agricultural Development (Winrock) is expected to benefit 30,000 Thai farmers.
Meta launches Twitter rival Threads - but not in Europe
Meta launches Twitter rival Threads - but not in Europe
WASHINGTON: Facebook behemoth Meta officially launched Threads, its text-based rival to Twitter, yesterday (July 5), with more than five million sign-ups in the first few hours - but its release in Europe has been delayed over data privacy concerns.
All set for Thai MotoGP
All set for Thai MotoGP
MOTOGP: The northeastern province of Buri Ram will host the OR Thailand MotoGP Grand Prix for the fourth time in October, organisers said yesterday (July 5).
NACC asks Pita to show estate papers
NACC asks Pita to show estate papers
BANGKOK: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has asked Move Forward Party (MFP) leader and prime ministerial candidate Pita Limjaroenrat to file documents relating to his role as his father’s executor, and Mr Pita has until July 23 to supply the papers.
Economic woes curtail domestic trips
Economic woes curtail domestic trips
BANGKOK: Domestic tourism is still struggling with weak purchasing power because of higher costs of living and soaring debt, leaving small hotels and regional operators with financial burdens, says Kantapong Thananerngroth, President of Thai Tourism Promotion Association.
SIM card probe nets man in Phuket Town
SIM card probe nets man in Phuket Town
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police have made another arrest linked to the illegal sale and distribution of SIM cards.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Prime Minister vote on July 13, Shots fired in Kathu, New Phuket road safety campaign || July 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Prime Minister vote on July 13, Shots fired in Kathu, New Phuket road safety campaign || July 5
PHUKET XTRA - July 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand