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Concerns raised over reef shark fishing impact on Maya Bay
Concerns raised over reef shark fishing impact on Maya Bay
PHUKET: Respected marine life expert Dr Thon Thamrongnawasawat has called for greater protection of blacktip reef sharks after a haul of the fish were found on sale at a fish market on Koh Lanta, just some 30km from world-famous Maya Bay off Phi Phi Island.
Behind bras: GMS Duty Free calls for donated intimates for inmates
Behind bras: GMS Duty Free calls for donated intimates for inmates
GMS Duty Free are encouraging Phuket residents to donate new or second-hand bras to their women’s underwear department for female inmates at Phuket Provincial Prison.
Phuket reservoir chief calls for water-saving measures
Phuket reservoir chief calls for water-saving measures
PHUKET: Somsawat Chaisinsod, Director of the Phuket Provincial Irrigation Office, has called for the province to begin implementing water-saving measures as a precaution if the heavy rains that usually come in September and October fail to replenish Phuket’s main reservoirs ahead of the next dry season.
A call for artists to get creative for charity colouring book
A call for artists to get creative for charity colouring book
QWERTY PR is on a colour­ful mission to help rescue sick, abused, old and tired elephants in Thailand.
Phuket readies for Vegetarian Festival, schedule released
Phuket readies for Vegetarian Festival, schedule released
PHUKET: Preparations are already underway for the Phuket Vegetarian Festival, which this year will be celebrated from September 29 through to October 8.
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa announces new General Manager
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa announces new General Manager
PHUKET: JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of George Varughese as the General Manager, effective Aug 13. He is responsible for the 261-room luxury Phuket resort located on Mai Khao Beach.
MP Sira warns Governor of Amlo complaint over Phuket condo project
MP Sira warns Governor of Amlo complaint over Phuket condo project
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana along with Karon Mayor Tawee Thongcham and a host of other local officials bore the brunt of Palang Pracharath Party Member of Parliament Sira Jenjara’s ire yesterday (Aug 19) when he confronted them over the construction of The Peaks Residences condo project allegedly on protected forest land at Kata Noi on Phuket’s west coast.
Phuket Tourist Association gets a warm welcome in Siberia
Phuket Tourist Association gets a warm welcome in Siberia
PHUKET: Representatives from the Phuket Tourist Association and their industry members received a warm welcome during a tourism road to three main cities in Siberia last week with more than 170 of their Russian tour counterparts taking part in the events.
Major power outage to hit Pa Khlok
Major power outage to hit Pa Khlok
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Pa Khlok on Thursday (Aug 22) as work is carried out on installing new high-voltage cables.
After death threats, Bangkok MP fires up legal action over Phuket condo project
After death threats, Bangkok MP fires up legal action over Phuket condo project
PHUKET: Bangkok MP Sira Jenjaka today (Aug 19) challenged Phuket officials and police as to why no progress has been made in the investigation of The Peaks Residences condo project at Kata Noi, which stands accused of being built on protected forest land.
Three underpasses to close for electrical works
Three underpasses to close for electrical works
PHUKET: The Chief of the Phuket Highway Office has confirmed that three of Phuket’s underpasses will be closed while the Provincial Electricity Authority installs electricity meters at the three sites.
International sales expert to highlight BCCT Chambers of Commerce Phuket Business Briefing
International sales expert to highlight BCCT Chambers of Commerce Phuket Business Briefing
PHUKET: Tareq Bagaeen, Founder and CEO of Aqedina Hospitality Sales Excellence and also a hotelier with over two decades of extensive experience in international sales, will be the guest speaker at the British Chamber of Commerce Thailand (BCCT) Multi-Chambers Phuket Briefing & Networking event at the Banyan Tree Phuket resort next Friday (Aug 30).
Mature male dugong found dead off Railay
Mature male dugong found dead off Railay
PHUKET: A male dugong estimated to be about 25 years old found washed floating just offshore from Ton Sai Beach in Krabi yesterday (Aug 18) has been brought to the Phuket Marine Biological Center (PMBC) in the hope of determining what caused it to die.
Phuket Opinion: The Expendables
Phuket Opinion: The Expendables
PHUKET: The Rawai building collapse last Sunday (Aug 11) has brought home a few hard truths about Phuket and the Myanmar migrant worker community that the island has come to rely on.
Funeral services announced for honoured Phuket lifeguard founder
Funeral services announced for honoured Phuket lifeguard founder
PHUKET: The Patong Lifeguard Club has announced the funeral services for Prathaiyuth Chuayuan, one of the main founders and driving forces behind Phuket's essential lifeguard services, who died of a heart attack yesterday (Aug 16).
NACC in Phuket over state land grab claims
NACC in Phuket over state land grab claims
PHUKET: Niwatchai Kasemmongkol, Deputy Secretary-General of Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), was in Phuket this week to be briefed on the progress of investigations into people attempting to claim state land.
Top developers lead the outstanding winners at Dot Property Thailand Awards 2019
Top developers lead the outstanding winners at Dot Property Thailand Awards 2019
BANGKOK: The inaugural Dot Property Winning Weekend was the perfect setting for the 3rd annual Dot Property Thailand Awards as the real estate’s best turned out to celebrate the industry during a special event at EmQuartier. The top honour, Best Developer Thailand, went to Sansiri while the very first People's Choice Award for 'Project of the Year' was won by BEATNIQ from SC Asset.
Phuket’s lifeguard founder, chief driving force, passes away
Phuket’s lifeguard founder, chief driving force, passes away
PHUKET: Prathaiyuth Chuayuan, the man who first helped Phuket to get our first beach lifeguards and drove them to achieve international certification and even compete in international lifesaving events, has died.
Minor Hotels appoints new Cluster General Manager at Anantara Mai Khao Villas
Minor Hotels appoints new Cluster General Manager at Anantara Mai Khao Villas
PHUKET: Minor Hotels has appointed James Hewitson as the new Cluster General Manager of the iconic Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas and Anantara Vacation Club Phuket with immediate effect.
Patong power pole works cause monster traffic tailback
Patong power pole works cause monster traffic tailback
PHUKET: Patong Police are urging motorists to not use the Kamala – Patong road as workers install a power pole near Loma Circle.