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German man’s girlfriend tests negative for monkeypox
German man’s girlfriend tests negative for monkeypox
PHUKET: The girlfriend of the 25-year-old German man in Phuket who has tested positive for monkeypox is not infected, Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon, Chief of the Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO), confirmed today (Aug 4).
Phuket officials target coastal erosion
Phuket officials target coastal erosion
PHUKET: Local municipalities and administrations around the island have been asked to survey their areas for coastal erosion after the heavy inundation at Sai Kaew Beach in Mai Khao last month flooded Thepkrasattri Rd heading off-island.
Ferrari fumbles again as season slips away
Ferrari fumbles again as season slips away
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen enjoys an 80-point championship lead ahead of the midseason break, and he largely has Ferrari to thank for his almost unassailable position at the top of the table.
‘Stay neutral’ as US-China tensions rise, experts says
‘Stay neutral’ as US-China tensions rise, experts says
BANGKOK: Thailand must maintain neutrality and remain committed to a balanced foreign policy amid rising tensions between the United States and China following US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan, academics say.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Baby girl found in drain as cops try to identify the mother, Boss Red Bull charges || August 3
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Baby girl found in drain as cops try to identify the mother, Boss Red Bull charges || August 3
PHUKET XTRA - August 3 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Phuket’s second monkeypox case a German tourist, 25
Phuket’s second monkeypox case a German tourist, 25
PHUKET: Phuket health chief Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon has confirmed Phuket’s second case  of monkeypox: a 25-year-old German man who entered the country as a tourist on July 18.
Body of newborn girl found in drain
Body of newborn girl found in drain
PHUKET: Police are trying to track down the mother of a newborn girl whose body was found in a drain along a main road in Srisoonthorn earlier today (Aug 3).
Power outage to affect Muang Mai
Power outage to affect Muang Mai
PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced a power outage along Thepkrasattri Rd in Muang Mai tomorrow (Aug 4) so repairs and maintenance can be conducted on high-voltage power cables in the area.
Pub of shooting incident given four days to explain late trading
Pub of shooting incident given four days to explain late trading
PHUKET: The pub where a security guard shot dead a man attempting to attack them with a sword before dawn on Monday (Aug 1) has until close of government office hours tomorrow (Aug 4) to explain why the venue was open so late.
Pelosi says Taiwan trip ‘in peace’ as furious China vows strong response
Pelosi says Taiwan trip ‘in peace’ as furious China vows strong response
TAIPEI: US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said today (Aug 3) that her delegation had come to Taiwan in “peace for the region”, after the visit enraged Beijing and set off a diplomatic firestorm.
Cocaine charge against fugitive Red Bull scion lapses
Cocaine charge against fugitive Red Bull scion lapses
BANGKOK: The charge of cocaine abuse brought against Red Bull heir Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya during the high-profile hit-and-run case in 2012 has now lapsed because the statute of limitations has expired under recent changes to narcotics offences laws, Office of the Attorney General spokesman Prayut Petcharakhun said yesterday (Aug).
Officials respond to Srisoonthorn floods
Officials respond to Srisoonthorn floods
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew visited flood-stricken areas in Srisoonthorn yesterday (Aug 2) as local officials and residents struggled to keep floodwaters out of homes.
Sailing and Motor Yacht Rally
Sailing and Motor Yacht Rally
Phuket Yacht Club Ao Po club race, all welcome. The Phuket Yacht Club is heading north for a weekend of fun sailing to encourage more yachts to get out on the water. Notice of race and more information can be found at phuketyachtclub.com
WWE-style wrestling hits Bangkok - with a Thai twist
WWE-style wrestling hits Bangkok - with a Thai twist
WRESTLING: A fighter bursts through a flimsy tarpaulin curtain and bounds into the ring wearing a helmet and the unmistakable bright orange jacket of a Bangkok motorbike-taxi rider - it’s Thailand’s take on WWE wrestling.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Heroines Monument underpass! Miss Universe Thailand 2022 crowned, Power tariff halted || August 2
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Heroines Monument underpass! Miss Universe Thailand 2022 crowned, Power tariff halted || August 2
PHUKET XTRA - August 2 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket || Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Heroines Monument to get B2.3bn underpass
Heroines Monument to get B2.3bn underpass
PHUKET: The Department of Highways has announced a B2 billion project to build a three-lane underpass under the Heroines Monument to alleviate traffic in the area.
Nok Air cites safety for slow evacuation of passengers
Nok Air cites safety for slow evacuation of passengers
CHIANG RAI: Nok Airlines has defended the hour-long evacuation of passengers from the plane that crashed off the runway after landing at Chiang Rai on Saturday night (July 30), saying it was in strict compliance with safety procedures.
Charity football match planned to aid underprivileged kids
Charity football match planned to aid underprivileged kids
FOOTBALL: A charity football match is being organised by authorities to help underprivileged youngsters across Phuket, it has been confirmed.
Rotary Club - Weekly Meeting
Rotary Club - Weekly Meeting
Come join Rotary Club of Patong Beach’s Tuesday dinner meeting at Four points by Sheraton Patong. August’s speaker lineup: Aug 09 - Brendan Mooney - Andamanda Water Park,​ Aug 16 - Rainer Schmitz - WOW​ Workshop​ Summary, Aug 23 - Kyle Daniels – Mindset for Athletes and Aug 30 - Tommy Hongsyok – Cable car​ to Patong. Email club Sec. Hans at info@rotarypatong.org to register. 
Asian qualifying format for 2026 World Cup announced
Asian qualifying format for 2026 World Cup announced
FOOTBALL: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) executive committee has approved the qualification format for the continent’s road to the 2026 World Cup to accommodate the eight direct spots and a single intercontinental play-off slot allocated to the AFC by FIFA following the expansion of the finals to 48 teams.