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Phuket thief steals B270k in jewellery, arrested at shooting range
Phuket thief steals B270k in jewellery, arrested at shooting range
PHUKET: A man who stole B270,000 in jewellery from a friend’s house in Wichit last month has been arrested at a Phuket shooting range in Rawai.
No alcohol day, public holidays to be observed next week
No alcohol day, public holidays to be observed next week
PHUKET: A ban on the sale of alcohol will come into effect at midnight Sunday night as the country observes the Buddhist religious holiday Wan Org Pansa, the conclusion of the three-month “Rains Retreat” often referred to as Buddhist Lent.
**POSTPONED**Joint Chambers Phuket Sundowners Business Briefing
**POSTPONED**Joint Chambers Phuket Sundowners Business Briefing
**POSTPONED** AustCham Thailand, in collaboration with Australian Alumni, American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (AMCHAM), British Chamber of Commerce Thailand (BCCT), Belgian-Luxembourg/Thai Chamber of Commerce, CanCham Thailand, Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC), German-Thai Chamber of Commerce (GTCC), Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce (NTCC), Phuket Chamber of Commerce and Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, invite you to join us for Business Briefing on The future of Recreational and Medical Cannabis in the Tourism Sector, Thursday 20 October 2022 , from 18.00-21.00 hrs. The future of Recreational and Medical Cannabis in the Tourism Sector Will cannabis be a high or just a bad trip for Thailand’s tourism sector? This talk will highlight topics to gain practical insight about operating a medical cannabis business focused on tourism in Thailand. Topics include: Marketing and pitch deck considerations for start-ups. Changes to the Cannabis and Hemp Act and how they will affect businesses in the sector. The future of medical cannabis in Asia. Speakers: Dr. Paul Crosio, a Partner at Silk Legal who was recently recognised as one of the Top 200 Global Cannabis Lawyers of 2022. Diego Sala, Managing Director of Siam Trade Development specialises in regulated activities surrounding cannabis products, dietary supplements, and medical devices. How much does it cost: Free of charge for AustCham members, partner Chambers’ members, and Australian Alumni Member For registration code for Australian Alumni members, please contact AustCham team at 02 109 9616 or email to office@austchamthailand.com
UN Human Rights Council rejects debate on Xinjiang
UN Human Rights Council rejects debate on Xinjiang
GENEVA: The UN Human Rights Council yesterday (Oct 6) voted against debating alleged widespread abuses in China’’s Xinjiang region after intense lobbying by Beijing, in a heavy setback for Western nations.
Leading by example
Leading by example
MMA: To lead by example is a mantra typified perfectly by Phuket-based Mixed Martial Arts instructor Alexis Plantard, who is charting the way for his legion of students at The Dojo at Blue Tree Phuket.
HM King to assist families of child care centre massacre victims
HM King to assist families of child care centre massacre victims
NONG BUA LAM PHU: His Majesty the King will provide assistance to families of the victims from yesterday’s (Oct 6) massacre at a child development centre in the northeastern province of Nong Bua Lam Phu that left 38 dead and another 10 injured, national police chief Pol Gen Damrongsak Kittiprapas said.
Pfizer tot shots to start Oct 12
Pfizer tot shots to start Oct 12
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Public Health will inoculate young children aged six months to four years old with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine starting next Wednesday.
Flags lowered in respect of Nong Bua Lamphu massacre
Flags lowered in respect of Nong Bua Lamphu massacre
PHUKET: Thai flags have been lowered to half-mast at all government agencies throughout the country as a mark of respect to the lives lost in the massacre at a day care center in Nong Bua Lamphu yesterday (Oct 7).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Late Bangla Road closing time eyed, Phi Phi fees, Taxi drivers agree?|| Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Late Bangla Road closing time eyed, Phi Phi fees, Taxi drivers agree?|| Thailand News
PHUKET XTRA - October 6 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: Chris Howson || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 2022 dates set
Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 2022 dates set
SAILING: The Organising Committee of the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta (PKCR) has announced that the 34th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta will be held this year from Dec 3-10 at Kata Beach.
‘Watched the whole time’: China’s surveillance state grows under Xi
‘Watched the whole time’: China’s surveillance state grows under Xi
BEIJING: When Chen picked up his phone to vent his anger at getting a parking ticket, his message on WeChat was a drop in the ocean of daily posts on China’s biggest social network.
Gunman murders at least 30 in nursery attack
Gunman murders at least 30 in nursery attack
NONG BUA: A former police officer armed with a gun and a knife stormed a nursery in Nong Bua in northeast Thailand today (Oct 6), shooting dead at least 30 people including children before killing himself and his family, police said.
Phi Phi Islands under new ‘special service’ entry fees
Phi Phi Islands under new ‘special service’ entry fees
PHUKET: The Phi Phi Islands national park areas and other popular national park destinations for Phuket tourists have been included in a list of national parks that now charge foreigners extra for entry.
MICE hit by manpower shortages
MICE hit by manpower shortages
BANGKOK: The MICE (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) segment in Thailand is seeing a strong rebound this year, but local operators are struggling to prepare enough manpower to serve the market, says the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (TICA).
Title celebrations on hold for Mad Max after Singapore stumble
Title celebrations on hold for Mad Max after Singapore stumble
FORMULA ONE: What goes around comes around. Max Verstappen might do well to reflect on that maxim after turning in his worst performance of the season at the Singapore Grand Prix last Sunday (Oct 2) and squandering his first chance to seal the drivers championship.
Power outage to affect Nai Yang
Power outage to affect Nai Yang
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial electricity Authority has announced another power outage that will affect a small area in Nai Yang tomorrow (Oct 6) as workers continue to upgrade and repair power lines in the area.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fireworks, smoke, and spirits mark the end of 2022 Phuket Vegetarian Festival || October 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fireworks, smoke, and spirits mark the end of 2022 Phuket Vegetarian Festival || October 5
PHUKET XTRA - October 5 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: Chris Howson || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Laguna Health Expo
Laguna Health Expo
Laguna Phuket and BDMS are pleased to invite you to a one-day Health Expo in Canal Village (at the new Lifestyle Hub) on the 15th October from 09.00am to 03.00pm. As our new Wellness and Medical clinic by BDMS will open early next year, we want to give you a preview of some of the treatments that will be available in Laguna Wellness by BDMS clinic and introduce you to some of our doctors! Join the health talks and do a FREE health screening! 1️⃣ 10.00am to 11.00am: "Regenerative medicine for a better quality of life" - Dr. Yuwaluk Phewnuan, MD. Anti-aging Medicine 2️⃣ 11.00am to 12.00pm: “Better vision for a better life” - Dr. Fonthip Na Pombejara, MD. Oculoplastic Surgery 3️⃣ 1.30pm to 3.00pm: “Men’s health: erectile dysfunction” - Dr. Suebpong Angchoun, MD. General Surgery On top on this, if you’re a resident of Laguna Phuket, you can register for a FREE consultation with Dr.Yuwaluk - MD. Anti-aging Medicine. Book your slot in advance:
Kamala taxi drivers vow to end violence
Kamala taxi drivers vow to end violence
PHUKET: To prevent more violent reactions by taxi queue drivers in Kamala, discussions led by Phuket officials yesterday (Oct 4) tabled having 15 locations designated as pick-up and drop-off points for passengers using “other transport services”.
Atthaya rises to world number 2
Atthaya rises to world number 2
GOLF: Thai teenager Atthaya Thitikul has climbed to a career-high No.2 in the world rankings, thanks to a win and a top-four finish on the LPGA Tour in the past two weeks.