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Experts install safety monitors on Patong Hill
Experts install safety monitors on Patong Hill
PHUKET: Expert geologists have installed devices to monitor the water content of the soil at the landslide site on Patong Hill so that officials can close the road and give advance warning of any impending landslide at the site.
Israeli arrested at Phuket airport with bullets in baggage
Israeli arrested at Phuket airport with bullets in baggage
PHUKET: An Israeli man has been arrested at Phuket International airport after he was found carrying 55 bullets in his luggage.
Thais eager to welcome Chinese coming via rail
Thais eager to welcome Chinese coming via rail
BANGKOK: Thai tourism should benefit from the Laos-China high-speed railway, with at least 3 million Chinese travelling via this channel once the mainland permits outbound travel, according to the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).
World entering ‘most dangerous’ decade, warns Putin
World entering ‘most dangerous’ decade, warns Putin
MOSCOW: The world is probably entering the “most dangerous” decade since the end of World War II, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned yesterday (Oct 27), presenting the Ukraine conflict as part of a wider struggle against western domination.
Demolition of bypass abandoned hotel to begin
Demolition of bypass abandoned hotel to begin
PHUKET: Demolition of the abandoned incomplete hotel on the bypass road that looms dangerously atop a steep slope beside the road will start today (Oct 28).
Celest has her eyes on the prize
Celest has her eyes on the prize
MUAY THAI: Phuket-based fighter Celest Muriel Hansen has vowed to give everything she possibly can in her final fight of the Fairtex Fight Road To ONE Thailand tournament tomorrow (Oct 29).
CALLING ALL VETERANS AND FORMER EMERGENCY SERVICE PERSONNEL
CALLING ALL VETERANS AND FORMER EMERGENCY SERVICE PERSONNEL
Did you know that we have an active social networking group on Phuket specifically for veterans of military service and the emergency services? Phuket Veterans provide a social networking opportunity, as well as further support when things go wrong. Along with this, Phuket Veterans train often to support the local emergency services and the Department for Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) in preparation for the next crisis to hit this island. The qualifications that were achieved during service may have expired, but the skill sets are still there. Dont worry, the training is light and generally takes place near a pub. As well as full (free) membership, families of members are offered associate membership too. Commitment and participation is entirely up to the individual members. If you are a military veteran or were a member of the emergency services, and you are interested in meeting some likeminded people here on Phuket, Phuket Veterans are keen to hear from you. Contact Steve on 089 5870819 or see www.phuketveterans.com for more information.
SALA RESTAURANT
SALA RESTAURANT
SALA RESTAURANT Located beach and poolside, SALA Restaurant offers indoor, alfresco and rooftop dining with a lineup of fresh seafood, international dishes and authentic Thai favourites. Lounge on oversized daybeds, choose from an extensive beverage menu including a variety of delicious drinks, classic mixers and an international drinks selection.
Police nab serial thief after Supercheap robbery
Police nab serial thief after Supercheap robbery
PHUKET: A thief who was on police bail for previous offences was apprehended yesterday (Oct 26) after he and an accomplice carried out a robbery at a convenience store in Laem Chan on Tuesday.
‘Doesn’t get bigger than this’: Finch relishes England MCG showdown
‘Doesn’t get bigger than this’: Finch relishes England MCG showdown
CRICKET: Australia captain Aaron Finch said today (Oct 27) he couldn’t wait to face England in a Twenty20 World Cup clash that is shaping up as a must-win showdown for the Ashes rivals.
Mountain B pub fire death toll rises to 26
Mountain B pub fire death toll rises to 26
CHONBURI: The death toll from the Mountain B pub fire has risen to 26 with the death of a 26-year-old navy officer at Siriraj Hospital today (Oct 27) after 83 days of treatment for critical burns.
Health checkups for inmates as mobile unit visits Phuket prison
Health checkups for inmates as mobile unit visits Phuket prison
PHUKET: Inmates at Phuket Provincial Prison in Thalang underwent medical checkups earlier today after a mobile medical unit visited the Srisoonthorn-based site.
Signs removed at Layan Beach
Signs removed at Layan Beach
PHUKET: Officials have removed several signs posted at Layan Beach claiming that ownership of the land was still in dispute under a case being heard in court.
Malaysian tourists on the rise
Malaysian tourists on the rise
BANGKOK: More than a million Malaysian tourists have made holidays in Thailand so far this year. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) now hopes to bank on the tourism high season and raise this figure to 1.8 million by year’s end.
Patong Hill opens for motorbikes
Patong Hill opens for motorbikes
PHUKET: Officials are now allowing motorbikes over Patong Hill, riding past the section of road damaged by the landslide last week.
Putin oversees nuclear response drills
Putin oversees nuclear response drills
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin yesterday (Oct 27) surveyed drills carried out by his nuclear-capable forces as Moscow pressed unfounded claims to India and China that Ukraine was developing a “dirty bomb”.
Prayut orders urgent relief funds for flood victims
Prayut orders urgent relief funds for flood victims
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered a relief fund to be handed out to flood victims quickly without first waiting for the water to recede, said government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Expats to be allowed to own land soon, Road from Chalong-Patong || October 26
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Expats to be allowed to own land soon, Road from Chalong-Patong || October 26
PHUKET XTRA - October 26 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: Chris Howson || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Scheduled blackout to hit Phuket Old Town
Scheduled blackout to hit Phuket Old Town
PHUKET: The main Phuket office of the Provincial electricity Authority (PEA) has announced a scheduled power outage that will affect the historical part of Phuket Town on Oct 27 as workers will be upgrading high-voltage power lines in the area.
Body of missing Russian woman found south of Patong
Body of missing Russian woman found south of Patong
PHUKET: The body of missing 53-year-old Russian woman Elena Radchenko was found today (Oct 26) by a search team scouring the waters off Tri Trang Beach, south of Patong.