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NATTHA 'KAMIN' THEPBAMRUNG
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Norovirus situation improves in Phuket, health chief confirms
Norovirus situation improves in Phuket, health chief confirms
PHUKET: The incidence of people suffering from abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea is gradually declining in Phuket, with the number of patients in hospitals having decreased from 1,000 at the beginning of June to less than 300 now, confirmed Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon, Chief of the Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO).
Officials investigate tourists ordered out of van at Phuket pier
Officials investigate tourists ordered out of van at Phuket pier
PHUKET: Officials are investigating a recent incident in the ongoing Phuket taxi ’turf wars’ where foreign tourists were ordered to exit a van they had booked through a mobile app at Rassada Pier on June 3. Although the tourists were eventually allowed to continue their journey, officials are promise to find a long-term solution to the issue, as confirmed by Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) Chief Adcha Buachan to The Phuket News.
Fear of Kamala landslides prompts MP-elect action
Fear of Kamala landslides prompts MP-elect action
PHUKET: Following heavy downpours across the island yesterday (May 22), Phuket Move Forward MP-elect Chalermpong Saengdee has expressed his concern over potentially dangerous landslides returning to Kuan Na Yak on Kamala Hill.
The catch of the day
The catch of the day
The scene is a familiar one. It is early morning and under a bright blue sky the local fishermen are bringing their boats ashore at Nai Yang Beach. Their wives and other family members are there to greet them and help unload the catch of the day.
Stepping up for the long run
Stepping up for the long run
Kerati Charoenwattanachai, 43, is well known for his Kitti Duck Noodle shop In Samkong, the authentic recipe that he brought to Phuket from his family in Bangkok. However, his patrons are fast learning that not only does he have a talent for making tasty noodles, but he is also an athlete who has conquered many road and trail runs, and even ultra marathons.
Phuket condo supply falls short
Phuket condo supply falls short
PHUKET: Demand for condos in Phuket has outstripped supply as more Chinese and Russian investors look to entire projects instead of individual units, Phattanan Pisutwimol, President of Phuket Real Estate Association (P-REA), has told The Phuket News.
A Commitment to Excellence: Meet Pamela Ong
A Commitment to Excellence: Meet Pamela Ong
Celebrating International Women’s Day on Wednesday (Mar 8), we had a great opportunity to sit and chat with Pamela Ong, Pamela Ong, General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town, to speak about her career journey and success story, which has the potential to inspire and empower a new generation of female hospitality leaders.
Last 300 rai of protected forest fenced off on ‘Monkey Hill’
Last 300 rai of protected forest fenced off on ‘Monkey Hill’
PHUKET: Three hundred rai have been fenced off and marked ‘Protected Forest’ on Khao Toh Sae in Phuket Town to ensure the natural beauty of the popular natural attraction is preserved.
Phuket Immigration Chief to ask for ‘red card’ system to be made national
Phuket Immigration Chief to ask for ‘red card’ system to be made national
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration Chief Col Thanet Sukchai left Phuket for Bangkok, where he hopes to ask Pol Lt Gen Pakpoompipat Sajjapan, Commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, to make the ‘red card’ system introduced in Phuket national.
Chalong-Patong road still dirt, but open
Chalong-Patong road still dirt, but open
PHUKET: The road over the hills from Chalong to Patong remains crushed rock, but is already in use by people looking to enjoy the road, Tiwat Seedokbuab, Deputy President of Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (PPAO), has confirmed.
Chalong Police called out on B5k fine for motorbike through underpass fine
Chalong Police called out on B5k fine for motorbike through underpass fine
PHUKET: A German tourist has come forward to question why he was asked to pay a fine of B5,000 for riding a motorbike through the Chalong Underpass, which he said had no traffic signs warning him that it was illegal to do so.
PLTO continues campaign against ‘out of province’ taxis
PLTO continues campaign against ‘out of province’ taxis
PHUKET: The campaign by the Phuket Land Transport Office (PLTO) against legally registered ‘green plate’ taxis from outside Phuket operating on the island is continuing, despite the office holding talks with the drivers last week.
“I will start a new life.” Phuket bus shooter identified as Krabi man with mental issues
“I will start a new life.” Phuket bus shooter identified as Krabi man with mental issues
PHUKET: The man who opened fire on a Phuket-Phattalung bus and left two passengers with gunshot wounds this morning (Feb 10), was identified as a Krabi local with mental issues, Phuket Provincial Police announced via Facebook.
Illegal Russian tour guide arrested in Phuket
Illegal Russian tour guide arrested in Phuket
PHUKET: A Russian man was arrested yesterday (Feb 9) for working illegally in Phuket as a tour guide, a strictly prohibited occupation for foreigners in Thailand.