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Phuket Sandbox infections were ‘expected’
Phuket Sandbox infections were ‘expected’
PHUKET: Phuket Sandbox tourists testing positive for COVID-19 was expected and the infections will not stop after opening 12 days so far, Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) Chief Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon has said.
Boon in talks to buy BioNTech, Novavax shots
Boon in talks to buy BioNTech, Novavax shots
THAILAND: Thonburi Healthcare Group Plc (THG), which operates a hospital chain, says it will join hands with a state agency to import BioNTech and Novavax COVID-19 vaccines.
Facebook, Twitter vow to tackle racial abuse of England footballers
Facebook, Twitter vow to tackle racial abuse of England footballers
WORLD: Facebook and Twitter said yesterday (July 12) they were scrambling to take down racially abusive comments directed at members of the England football team following a heartbreaking loss in Sunday’s Euro 2020 final.
Electricity outage to affect Kamala 
Electricity outage to affect Kamala 
PHUKET: The Patong branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Kamala on Thursday (July 15) as work is carried out on installing new high-voltage cables.
Government shifts stance on Sinovac
Government shifts stance on Sinovac
THAILAND: The Public Health Ministry has decided to start administering AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine as a second dose to those who had received a Sinovac jab for their first shot, in what is seen as a major shift in the government’s vaccination policy.
Phuket suffers yet another COVID death
Phuket suffers yet another COVID death
PHUKET: For the second consecutive day the Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) has reported a death in Phuket attributed to COVID-19, bringing the total number of fatalities attributed to the disease to nine since the latest wave of infections hit the island on Apr 3.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket braces for more cases, All schools closed, New rules for domestic tourists |:| July 12
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket braces for more cases, All schools closed, New rules for domestic tourists |:| July 12
PHUKET XTRA - July 12 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket New requirements for domestic arrivals |:| 6 tourists infected |:| Phuket braces for more cases |:| All schools closed |:| COVID Update Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
GPO denies overcharging for Moderna jabs
GPO denies overcharging for Moderna jabs
BANGKOK: The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) insisted today (July 12) that the price per-dose of the Moderna vaccine it plans to sell to private hospitals, reflects actual costs, dismissing allegations of overcharging.
Short circuit blamed for house fire in Pa Khlok
Short circuit blamed for house fire in Pa Khlok
PHUKET: Police believe that a fire that caused extensive damage to a house in Pa Khlok today (July 12) was started by sparks from a circuit breaker in the house.
Phuket catch-up vaccination sessions to open
Phuket catch-up vaccination sessions to open
PHUKET: Vaccination injections for people who were unable to make their scheduled vaccine appointments will resume on Wednesday (July 14), Vachira Phuket Hospital Director Dr Chalermpong Sukontapol has confirmed.
Phuket officials: Prepare for new entry requirements, or go home
Phuket officials: Prepare for new entry requirements, or go home
PHUKET: Phuket officials this morning warned all people  intending to travel to Phuket to prepare to be refused entry onto the island from Thursday (July 15) if they cannot satisfy the new entry requirements.
Phuket suffers another COVID death, three more Sandbox infections
Phuket suffers another COVID death, three more Sandbox infections
PHUKET: Phuket has suffered another death attributed to COVID-19, bringing the total number of fatalities attributed to the disease to eight since the latest wave of infections hit the island on Apr 3.
Italy inflict more penalty heartache on England to win Euro 2020 final
Italy inflict more penalty heartache on England to win Euro 2020 final
FOOTBALL: Italy inflicted more penalty heartache on England to win Sunday’s Euro 2020 final 3-2 in a shoot-out, Bukayo Saka missing the decisive kick to deny the hosts after the game at Wembley had ended in a draining 1-1 draw through extra time.
Bangkok businesses seek financial relief
Bangkok businesses seek financial relief
BANGKOK: Business operators in the capital are calling for financial relief measures, including a debt moratorium and new loans with relaxed conditions, to help small and medium enterprises cope with COVID-19.
All arrivals from ‘red’ or ‘dark red’ zones must test negative to enter Phuket
All arrivals from ‘red’ or ‘dark red’ zones must test negative to enter Phuket
PHUKET: All people from Bangkok and other ‘dark red’ zones now designated as “highest surveillance” provinces must present test results evidence that they have tested negative for COVID-19 to enter Phuket regardless of whether they have been fully vaccinated or have recovered from previously being infected with the virus.
Myanmar children latest Phuket Sandbox COVID cases
Myanmar children latest Phuket Sandbox COVID cases
PHUKET: Two Myanmar children, aged 8 and 9, have been placed in quarantine after testing positive for COVID-19 during the second round of RT-PCR tests conducted on Days 6-7 of their stay under the Phuket Sandbox scheme.
Post Euros expect focus to return to the Premier League
Post Euros expect focus to return to the Premier League
FOOTBALL: With Euro 2020 taking centre stage for the past month, the Premier League has found itself in the unusual position of taking a back seat away from the glare of media and fan scrutiny.
A Meal With... Dessert with Richard Pope!
A Meal With... Dessert with Richard Pope!
The annual Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous held last December was a somewhat different version of the huge, international, luxury event which we’ve come to expect. The fact that it happened at all is a ringing endorsement to the optimism and brio of the man behind the event itself and the luxurious Kata Rocks Resort… Richard Pope.
Leaders of China and North Korea vow to strengthen ties
Leaders of China and North Korea vow to strengthen ties
WORLD: Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have vowed to bring their relations to a “new stage” as the two countries mark the 60th anniversary of a friendship pact, Pyongyang’s state media reported today (July 11).
Poirier wins as McGregor suffers horrific broken leg
Poirier wins as McGregor suffers horrific broken leg
MMA: American brawler Dustin Poirier overpowered Conor McGregor in Las Vegas (Saturday, July 10, US Pacific time), winning their lightweight UFC trilogy fight by a TKO when the Irishman appeared to snap his left leg in the opening round.