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110 Phuket drug users released from voluntary government rehab
110 Phuket drug users released from voluntary government rehab
PHUKET: A total of 110 people who undertook a “voluntary” government drug-rehabilitation program were released on Saturday (Jan 19) in the hopes that the users will discover a new way of life free from drugs.
Join chef Massimiliano Celeste for an exclusive culinary experience
Join chef Massimiliano Celeste for an exclusive culinary experience
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa is giving you the opportunity to unveil a world of gas­tronomic delights with an exclusive dining experience. Italian Michelin star chef Massimiliano Ce­leste and his sous chef Rob­erto Ognibene are generously taking time out from the one- Michelin-starred Il Portale restaurant, Verbania, Italy to cook for diners at the resort.
Phuket officials, Soi Dog continue anti-rabies campaign
Phuket officials, Soi Dog continue anti-rabies campaign
PHUKET: The rabies quarantine zone across a large part of Phuket remains in force as local municipalities join forces with the renowned Phuket-based Soi Dog Foundation (SDF) to have the at-risk dog and cat population vaccinated for the disease.
Bay Regatta aims bigger
Bay Regatta aims bigger
SAILING: The 22nd Bay Regatta is expected to be the biggest yet and will firmly stand out as one of South East Asia’s finest yachting events.
Asia Pop 40 counts down the top 140 songs in Asia of 2018
Asia Pop 40 counts down the top 140 songs in Asia of 2018
Throughout January, the re­gion’s first and only syndi­cated radio chart countdown programme, Asia Pop 40, will once again count down the most popular 140 songs from 2018 over four weekly episodes.
Phuket Opinion: ‘Reviving’ drowning victims
Phuket Opinion: ‘Reviving’ drowning victims
PHUKET: Since the beginning of the practice of medicine, medical professionals have been trying to “bring people back from the dead”. The treatments and procedures used today are dramatically different than those used decades ago, yet with all our progress, only 45% of victims of sudden cardiac arrest survive until hospital discharge.
One for all
One for all
SAILING: The S\V14 dinghy developed by Disabled Sailing Thailand will make its European debut in Germany this weekend, when the first S\V14 dinghy off the production line goes on display at the Düsseldorf International Boat Show.
Phuket officials, Soi Dog rally after dog rabies death
Phuket officials, Soi Dog rally after dog rabies death
PHUKET: A rabies quarantine zone has been established across a large section of Phuket as officials work alongside staffers from the Soi Dog Foundation to ensure against an outbreak of rabies.
Mains water supply outage announced
Mains water supply outage announced
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) has announced that the mains water supply will be shut-off in several areas across Phuket on Tuesday (Jan 22).
Asia Pacific commercial real estate investment to rise by 5% in 2019, says JLL
Asia Pacific commercial real estate investment to rise by 5% in 2019, says JLL
BANGKOK: Asia-Pacific’s overall real estate transaction volumes in 2019 are expected to rise by 5%, says global real estate consultant JLL.
Swedish tourist rescued at Patong Beach
Swedish tourist rescued at Patong Beach
PHUKET: A 76-year-old Swedish tourist is recovering in hospital after being pulled from the water at Patong Beach unconscious yesterday afternoon (Jan 15).
Rawai Pool League: Champions of both divisions upset in final game
Rawai Pool League: Champions of both divisions upset in final game
POOL: In the final night of play in the Rawai Pool League, Division A Champions Black Sheep went to Mango Bar to cap off what’s been a fantastic season. However, their plans to end a great run with a final victory were swiftly put to rest by the home side.
Phuket in the cold as ’Smart Driver’s licences’ launch
Phuket in the cold as ’Smart Driver’s licences’ launch
PHUKET: Confusion reigned today (Jan 15) as the Department of Land Transport (DLT) officially released its electronic driver’s licenses, launching a downloadable application that can digitally hold driver authorisations and vehicle details.
Still no charges for taxi driver who wiped out six vehicles, killed motorcyclist
Still no charges for taxi driver who wiped out six vehicles, killed motorcyclist
PHUKET: Ten weeks after a Phuket airport taxi driver wiped out six vehicles and killed a motorbike rider whilst driving a tourist from the airport during morning rush hour traffic on Thepkrasattri Rd, the investigating officer from the Thalang Police has yet to formally press charges for reckless driving.
Phuket Misfits too strong in ASL 35 Over Cricket League opener
Phuket Misfits too strong in ASL 35 Over Cricket League opener
CRICKET: Round one of the ASL sponsored cricket league at the ACG went down to the wire on Sunday (Jan 13) as the newly formed Phuket Misfits went on to beat last season’s runners-up the Goan Panthers with just six balls to spare.
Tout dumps slow loris with tourist, evades arrest at Kata Beach
Tout dumps slow loris with tourist, evades arrest at Kata Beach
PHUKET: A slow loris tout dumped the slow loris he was carrying with a tourist then ran away to avoid arrest at Kata Beach yesterday afternoon (Jan 14).
Local residents angered over open sewer stench
Local residents angered over open sewer stench
PHUKET: Residents and business owners in Samkong, on the northwestern outskirts of Phuket Town, gathered yesterday (Jan 14) to jointly complain to officials about the overpowering stench and health risks of the canal that runs through their bustling community.
Rawai, Nai Harn to be hit with mains water supply shut-off
Rawai, Nai Harn to be hit with mains water supply shut-off
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) announced today (Jan 14) that the water supply will be shut off in parts of Rawai tomorrow (Jan 15).
Malaysian tourist revived during Phuket snorkelling trip to Racha Island
Malaysian tourist revived during Phuket snorkelling trip to Racha Island
PHUKET: A Malaysian tourist was resuscitated and brought back to life after he was pulled from the water unconscious and unresponsive during a snorkelling trip to Racha Island, south of Phuket, yesterday (Jan 13).
Celebration of Life service to be held for Phuket expat Gary Moody
Celebration of Life service to be held for Phuket expat Gary Moody
PHUKET: A celebration of life service will be held at Coconut Garden at Kamala Beach (see map below) at 5:30pm this Saturday (Jan 19) to remember Rotary Club of Patong Beach Vice President & President Elect Gary Eidsvik-Moody, who passed away late last week.