The Phuket News
Window on Phuket Phuket News TV Phuket Live 89.5 Where to Eat
The Phuket News Novosti Phuket Khao Phuket

Login | Create Account | Search

Window on Phuket
Phuket News TV
The Phuket News
Where to Eat
Phuket Live 89.5
Login | Create Account      The Phuket News Novosti Phuket Khao Phuket
Poll | Currency | Weather | Facebook | Youtube | Search
Power outage affect Wat Manik area
Power outage affect Wat Manik area
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced a power outage to affect the area behind Wat Manik in Cherng Talay tomorrow (Aug 25) so that repairs and maintenance can be carried out on high-voltage cables in the area.
Another motorbike rider killed after ‘falling asleep’
Another motorbike rider killed after ‘falling asleep’
PHUKET: Police believe yet another man fell asleep while riding his motorbike on Thepkrasattri Rd in Srisoonthorn early this morning (Aug 24). The man died after ramming into a roadside power pole with enough force to split his helmet.
Najib sent to jail after Malaysia top court upholds sentence in 1MDB scandal
Najib sent to jail after Malaysia top court upholds sentence in 1MDB scandal
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s highest court yesterday (Aug 23) upheld former prime minister Najib Razak’s 12-year jail sentence for corruption in the 1MDB financial scandal, a decision analysts said could slam the door to a political comeback.
Luang cave survivor receives UK football scholarship
Luang cave survivor receives UK football scholarship
FOOTBALL: One of the 13 survivors of the Luang cave ordeal is a step closer to achieving his goal of becoming a professional football player after earning a scholarship to study at the Brooke House College Football Academy in Leicester, England.
Thai pandemic centre gets nod
Thai pandemic centre gets nod
BANGKOK: Thailand has been chosen by Asean members to establish an Asean Centre for Public Health Emergencies and Emerging Diseases.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Suspected overdose on Patong Beach || August 23
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Suspected overdose on Patong Beach || August 23
PHUKET XTRA - August 23 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Shipping containers block approach to Government House
Shipping containers block approach to Government House
BANGKOK: Police have blocked approaches to Government House with shipping containers and razor wire ahead of a rally against Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha over his eight-year tenure.
Man found dead on Patong Beach from suspected overdose
Man found dead on Patong Beach from suspected overdose
PHUKET: A man found unconscious and unresponsive on Patong Beach last night (Aug 22) is believed to have died from drug overdose.
Woman, 26, sexually assaulted by landlord
Woman, 26, sexually assaulted by landlord
PHUKET: A 26-year-old woman has filed a formal complaint of sexual assault against her landlord, who used a spare key to accost her while she was asleep in her room.
Drivers warned illegal to splash pedestrians
Drivers warned illegal to splash pedestrians
PHUKET: Drivers have been warned that splashing pedestrians could land them with a fine of up to B10,000 or even three months’ jail.
Nearly 9,000 Ukrainian troops killed so far, says Kyiv
Nearly 9,000 Ukrainian troops killed so far, says Kyiv
KYIV: Nearly 9,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed since Russia invaded, the country’s top military officer said yesterday (Aug 22), as Moscow accused Kyiv over the assassination of the daughter of a leading hardliner.
Lift off for ten Hag as United beat Liverpool
Lift off for ten Hag as United beat Liverpool
FOOTBALL: Erik ten Hag secured his first win as Manchester United manager as goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford beat Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford yesterday (Aug 22).
Hairdresser charged after unhappy customers fatally stabbed
Hairdresser charged after unhappy customers fatally stabbed
PATHUM THANI: The owner of a hair salon has surrendered to police and was being held in custody after an unhappy customer and her husband were stabbed to death over the weekend.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Masseurs hoping for happy ending || August 22
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Masseurs hoping for happy ending || August 22
PHUKET XTRA - August 22 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Power outages to affect Cape Panwa, Srisoonthorn, Cherng Talay
Power outages to affect Cape Panwa, Srisoonthorn, Cherng Talay
PHUKET: Phuket offices of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) have announced three separate power outages to affect Cape Panwa, Srisoonthorn Rd and Cherng Talay areas tomorrow (Aug 23) while work is carried out upgrading the local electricity distribution network.
TAT expects 7.5mn foreign arrivals in second half
TAT expects 7.5mn foreign arrivals in second half
BANGKOK: Thai tourism in the second half is expected to draw 7.5 million foreign arrivals and contribute B403 billion baht to the economy, according to a market forecast by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
WET N’ WILD BEACH LAGOON PARTY
WET N’ WILD BEACH LAGOON PARTY
Flights between Thailand and China likely to increase in Sept
Flights between Thailand and China likely to increase in Sept
BANGKOK: Passenger flights between Thailand and China could see a five-fold increase in September, as authorities discuss adding more scheduled flights between the two countries.
Kata beach road to close for music festival
Kata beach road to close for music festival
PHUKET: The beach road in Kata will be closed to traffic from midday tomorrow (Aug 23) as the Karon Municipality readies to hold its Kata Beach Life Festival.
Man City fightback denies Newcastle, Mendy howler rocks Chelsea
Man City fightback denies Newcastle, Mendy howler rocks Chelsea
FOOTBALL: Manchester City staged a thrilling fightback as the Premier League champions rescued a 3-3 draw against Newcastle, while Edouard Mendy’s embarrassing blunder condemned Chelsea to a 3-0 defeat at Leeds yesterday (Aug 21).