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World’s your oyster at ‘333 At The Beach’
World’s your oyster at ‘333 At The Beach’
333 At The Beach is part of the Intercontinental Phuket Resort – in fact the name derives from the resort’s address: 333, 333/3 Moo 3, Kamala Beach. However, it’s a separate building with its own car parking and has the casual ‘feel’ of a stand-alone beach bar/restaurant, with its mostly under cover, ‘toes in the sand’, seating. There’s even a row or two of sun loungers amongst the trees for an even more relaxed drink or snack while the sun goes down.
Phuket Opinion: Crossing the line
Phuket Opinion: Crossing the line
PHUKET: The latest requirements by Phuket Immigration for one-year permits to stay as confirmed by The Phuket News this week crosses several lines.
Perez takes pole in Miami as Leclerc crash leaves Verstappen in ninth
Perez takes pole in Miami as Leclerc crash leaves Verstappen in ninth
FORMULA ONE: Red Bull’s Sergio Perez grabbed pole position for today’s (May 7) Miami Grand Prix and with team-mate Max Verstappen left back in ninth on the grid, has his eyes on a victory that could send him to the top of the standings.
Man City close in on Premier League coronation, Liverpool target top four
Man City close in on Premier League coronation, Liverpool target top four
FOOTBALL: Manchester City opened up a four-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 win against Leeds on Saturday as Liverpool beat Brentford 1-0 to close on the top four.
Buddhist monk charged with embezzling B180 million
Buddhist monk charged with embezzling B180 million
NAKHON RATCHASIMA: A former monk, Phra Ajarn Khom Abhivaro, has been arrested along with two others on charges of embezzling B180 million from Wat Pha Dhammakiri, where the monk was based, in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Charles III crowned King of United Kingdom
Charles III crowned King of United Kingdom
LONDON: Charles III on Saturday (May 6) finally met his date with destiny after a lifetime as heir to his late mother Queen Elizabeth II, as he was officially crowned king in the first coronation in Britain since 1953.
Shop owner stabbed to death in Phuket
Shop owner stabbed to death in Phuket
PHUKET: Police are hunting for a Phatthalung man wanted for stabbing 35-year-old Phuket resident Wanchai Butdee in front of his shop in Phuket Town today (May 6).
Monkey neutering campaign gains momentum in Phuket
Monkey neutering campaign gains momentum in Phuket
PHUKET: Wildlife officials in Phuket are continuing their efforts to control the population of macaques on the island. Dozens of monkeys have already been caught and taken to the Nature and Wildlife Education Centre at Khao Phra Thaew Wildlife Sanctuary since the campaign began in April, the overall target is set at 500 animals.
B1,000 departure tax proposed for Thais, expats flying abroad
B1,000 departure tax proposed for Thais, expats flying abroad
BANGKOK: Thai outbound travellers and foreign permanent residents in Thailand have been asked for their opinion on a government departure tax of B1,000 in an attempt to prevent locals from spending excessively abroad, with the Revenue Department announcing online public hearings this week.
Drug dealer’s girlfriend arrested in Phuket after months on the run
Drug dealer’s girlfriend arrested in Phuket after months on the run
PHUKET: The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of the Royal Thai Police has confirmed the arrest of Jaruwan Sriwilas, 24, in connection with the illicit drug business of her boyfriend busted one year ago with 4 kg of crystal methamphetamine (ya ice) and over 400,000 meth pills (ya bah). A warrant for Ms Jaruwan’s arrest was issued in September.
‘Guardians Vol 3’ gets emotional, arrives with wow reviews
‘Guardians Vol 3’ gets emotional, arrives with wow reviews
Grab the tissues because you are going to need them for this one. With so much talk that the last couple of Marvel movies have had no ‘heart’, director/screenwriter James Gunn (The Suicide Squad) bucks that trend with ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 3’ – a film with so much emotion and heart that audience members will find themselves crying from time and time and shows a director that was obviously completely in love with the project that he was working on.
City host Big Sam’s Leeds as Arsenal face Newcastle test
City host Big Sam’s Leeds as Arsenal face Newcastle test
FOOTBALL: Manchester City can take a decisive step towards a third consecutive Premier League title this weekend as they face struggling Leeds while Arsenal make a daunting trip to Newcastle.
Phuket blood donation drive continues in May
Phuket blood donation drive continues in May
PHUKET: The Phuket chapter of Thai Red Cross and Vachira Phuket Hospital continue their campaigns to replenish reserves in their blood banks, as medics in Phuket and nearby provinces are facing shortages due to increasing number of road accidents and other emergencies.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fatal Chalong truck accident, Alcohol ban, Free legal advice at Phuket police stations? || May 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fatal Chalong truck accident, Alcohol ban, Free legal advice at Phuket police stations? || May 5
PHUKET XTRA - May 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Schools asked to delay semester start for Games qualifiers
Schools asked to delay semester start for Games qualifiers
PHUKET: Schools in Phuket have been asked to delay their start to the new school year if the school is hosting athletes taking part in the qualifiers for the 48th National Games and the 38th National Handicapped Games later this month.
Out-of-season turtle nest found north of Phuket
Out-of-season turtle nest found north of Phuket
PHUKET: Officials from the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) Region 6 office have reported a turtle nest found in Koh Phra Thong, off the coast of Kuraburi District, Phang Nga.
Weekend prohibition rule to include ban on “alcohol consumption gathering”
Weekend prohibition rule to include ban on “alcohol consumption gathering”
PHUKET: The prohibition of the sale of alcohol for the early voting this weekend (May 6-7) will also include a ban on “alcohol consumption gathering”, according to a Royal Thai Police announcement made earlier this week.
Glove procurement cases take shape
Glove procurement cases take shape
BANGKOK: The Public Warehouse Organization (PWO) has been working with the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo) to proceed with lawsuits against those involved in corruption in procuring 500 million boxes of rubber gloves worth B112 billion in 2020.
Mai Khao mayor declares war on illegal roadside billboards
Mai Khao mayor declares war on illegal roadside billboards
PHUKET: Sarawut Srisakukham, Chief of the Mai Khao Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor) has ordered officers to scour the area and remove any signs posted illegally by the side of the road.
Skål International Phuket Dinner at KEP restaurant
Skål International Phuket Dinner at KEP restaurant
Our Host of the month of May, Peter Khor Keh Hock, welcomes Skalleagues and Friends to their Spectacular KEP restaurant in Chalong pier. This will be a different dining experience for Skalleagues. Chef Chai uses special dry age techniques. Registration 1800-1830. Dress code: Smart Casual. More info - facebook.com/SkalPhuket