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Power outage to affect Thepkrasattri Rd near Heroines Monument
Power outage to affect Thepkrasattri Rd near Heroines Monument
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced a power outage that will affect residents and businesses along the northbound side (west side) of Thepkrasattri Rd from the Heroines Monument on Monday (Feb 27).
B10,000 reward for missing dog in Phuket
B10,000 reward for missing dog in Phuket
PHUKET: Kathu residents are asked for help in finding an ex-stray dog missing for three days. B10,000 reward is offered for help in finding the animal which is described as being afraid of humans and having health issues.
Nightclub security guard charged for assaulting foreigner over bottled water
Nightclub security guard charged for assaulting foreigner over bottled water
BANGKOK: A security guard at a nightclub on Khao San Rd, the world-renowned tourist hotspot in Bangkok, has been charged with assault after a clip of him slapping a foreigner’s face and handcuffing him was posted on social media.
Phuket authorities tout greater than ever Heroines Festival
Phuket authorities tout greater than ever Heroines Festival
PHUKET: The annual Heroines Festival in Phuket this year will be bigger and greater than ever, featuring a reworked historical show and famous Thai actresses performing the roles of Thao Thepkrasattri and Thao Srisoonthorn, Phuket officials have announced. The festival will be held at the Victory Field in Thalang on Mar 13-15.
Green Thoughts: Sun Gods and Sun Worshippers
Green Thoughts: Sun Gods and Sun Worshippers
As readers familiar with this column will be aware, I often iterate the point, perhaps ad nauseam, that botanical names are worth mastering since they offer valuable clues to a plant’s characteristics: maybe its place of origin (Japonica), its physical features (odorata) or even its cultural requirements.
Arsenal maintain Premier League lead, Man City thrash Bournemouth
Arsenal maintain Premier League lead, Man City thrash Bournemouth
FOOTBALL: Arsenal remain two points clear at the top of the Premier League thanks to a 1-0 win at Leicester yesterday (Feb 25), as Manchester City maintained their pursuit of the Gunners by thrashing Bournemouth 4-1.
Police destroy thousands of seized guns
Police destroy thousands of seized guns
RAYONG: Several thousands* of seized guns have been destroyed at a Millcon Steel Company’s facility in Rayong earlier this week concluding the most recent round of Royal Thai Police’s efforts to enforce gun control in the country and suppress illegal firearm possession.
Itameshi served in style
Itameshi served in style
Featuring Japanese floral décor and a well-crafted menu focusing on the best local ingredients and produce, dining at Semi Di Tsubu is a delight for the taste buds.
Anticipation abounds as cycling’s Tour of Phuket returns
Anticipation abounds as cycling’s Tour of Phuket returns
CYCLING: After a three-year hiatus due to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the popular Tour of Phuket 2023 returns to the island next month.
Phuket tells airlines not to be too greedy
Phuket tells airlines not to be too greedy
PHUKET: The Provincial Public-Private Joint Economic Development Committee in Phuket has warned airlines not to sell overpriced tickets to tourists who wish to travel to the resort island, especially during long holidays.
Phuket Opinion: A corruption playground
Phuket Opinion: A corruption playground
PHUKET: It is difficult not to get one’s hopes up with the corruption probe into the money spent by Cherng Talay Municipality for its children’s playground. The case has all the hallmarks of a slam dunk, with more than B3.14 million spent on a handful of ‘bouncy rides’ and playground equipment. Yet, the people of Phuket just might get to see how ineffective the anti-corruption measures truly are.
Young Thai stars on birdie binge ahead of today’s final in Pattaya
Young Thai stars on birdie binge ahead of today’s final in Pattaya
GOLF: Rookie Natthakritta Vongtaveelap birdied her last three holes on Saturday (Feb 25) to open up a four-shot lead over compatriot Atthaya Thitikul heading into the final round of the Honda LPGA Thailand tournament in Pattaya.
Phuket airport handles rush hour arrivals
Phuket airport handles rush hour arrivals
PHUKET: Immigration officers had to open all passport control counters at Phuket International Airport and speed up their work to the maximum yesterday morning (Feb 25) when seven flights landed one after another on the island.
Anti-war rally concludes peacefully in Patong
Anti-war rally concludes peacefully in Patong
PHUKET: Around 30 foreigners, presumably all Ukrainians or Russians, gathered today in front of the Police Box on the beach road in Patong to call for the end of the war and demand withdrawal of Russian forces from the neigbouring country. Phuket Police and volunteers were present at the scene to ensure safety of all parties.
River tubing in Northern Thailand approved by TAT, local authorities
River tubing in Northern Thailand approved by TAT, local authorities
MAE HONG SON: With foreign tourists flocking to Pai district in Mae Hong Son province in search of adventure activities, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed the safety of the inner tubes floating on the Pai River and their low impact on local communities and the environment.
More flights from China added to Phuket airport’s schedule
More flights from China added to Phuket airport’s schedule
PHUKET: Hainan Airlines’ first direct flight from Guangzhou landed in Phuket yesterday evening (Feb 24), bringing the number of air carriers serviced by Airports of Thailand Ground Aviation Services Co., Ltd (AOTGA) at Phuket International Airport to 55. Hainan Airlines will be performing five flights per week to Phuket from Guangzhou.
Improvised firearm, meth seized in Phuket drug bust
Improvised firearm, meth seized in Phuket drug bust
PHUKET: Police continued their drive on tackling illegal drugs and firearms in Phuket with five further arrests made in the most recent round of the crackdown on various crimes on the island.
Tourism fair underway in Phuket
Tourism fair underway in Phuket
PHUKET: The Thai International Travel Fair 2023 (TITF 2023) is currently underway in Phuket and will continue through this Sunday (Feb 26).
Foreigners urged to join blood donation campaign
Foreigners urged to join blood donation campaign
PHUKET: Foreigners in Phuket and nationwide are invited to join the never-ending blood donation campaign to replenish much-needed reserves. Heightened emphasis is made on donating Rh-negative blood types, which are not common among Asians, but critically needed for providing help to other foreigners.
‘Cocaine Bear’ a killer for laughs
‘Cocaine Bear’ a killer for laughs
It’s the story of a bear that gets high on cocaine and starts killing people. To be honest the plot of ‘Cocaine Bear’ sounds too ludicrous to be able to work as a feature film. Yet somehow director Elizabeth Banks (Charlie’s Angels) and screenwriter Jimmy Warden (The Babysitter: Killer Queen) have turned this outrageous story based on a real-life event into one of the best horror comedies that we have seen in a long, long time.