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DDPM Phuket on flood watch
DDPM Phuket on flood watch
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket) has launched an urgent operation to address flooding in several areas of Thalang District, and especially Srisoonthorn, following heavy rainfall in the area.
Child Protection Foundation Mini Marathon and Fun Run date confirmed
Child Protection Foundation Mini Marathon and Fun Run date confirmed
MARATHON: The date for this year’s charity Mini Marathon and Fun Run event to help raise funds for the Phuket Children’s Protection Foundation has been confirmed by organisers.
Phuket Airport holds full-scale aircraft recovery drill
Phuket Airport holds full-scale aircraft recovery drill
PHUKET: Airports of Thailand (AoT) emergency services personnel at Phuket International Airport conducted a full-scale drill for the recovery of a disabled aircraft early yesterday (Aug 17).
Por Tor festival underway
Por Tor festival underway
PHUKET: The annual Por Tor Festival, famed for paying homage to the Chinese god Por Tor Kong with traditional red turtle-shaped cakes, got underway with a ceremony held at the Phuket Thai Hua Museum on Krabi Rd in Phuket Town yesterday (Aug 16).
Phuket releases 500,000 shrimp to mark Queen Sirikit's Birthday
Phuket releases 500,000 shrimp to mark Queen Sirikit's Birthday
PHUKET:  In a tribute to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, for her 92nd birthday last Monday (Aug 12), the Phuket Provincial Fisheries Office in collaboration with Phuket City Municipality held a large-scale aquatic animal release ceremony at Saphan Hin yesterday (Aug 16).
Phuket’s B3bn road megaprojects get corruption check
Phuket’s B3bn road megaprojects get corruption check
PHUKET: The Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) Region 8 team visited Phuket yesterday (Aug 15) to assess corruption risks in two major highway projects managed by the Department of Highways, with a combined budget exceeding B3 billion.
B8mn study for 40-storey ‘New Landmark’ in Phuket Town faces scrutiny
B8mn study for 40-storey ‘New Landmark’ in Phuket Town faces scrutiny
PHUKET: A group of young council members in Phuket have criticised the allocation of B8 million for a feasibility study to develop a ‘new landmark’ 40-storey high-rise in the heart of Phuket Town.
AirAsia launches Bali-Phuket flights
AirAsia launches Bali-Phuket flights
PHUKET: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted a special ceremony at Phuket International Airport last Saturday (Aug 10) to welcome AirAsia’s inaugural flight from Denpasar (Bali).
Governor welcomes new Russian Consul General in Phuket
Governor welcomes new Russian Consul General in Phuket
PHUKET: Recently appointed Russian Consul General for Phuket Egor Ivanov made a courtesy call to Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat yesterday (Aug 14) to formally introduce himself on the occasion of assuming his new position after his credentials were accepted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Thousands join Phuket ‘Debt Resolution Fair’
Thousands join Phuket ‘Debt Resolution Fair’
PHUKET: More than 2,000 debtors seeking mediation attended the ‘55th Debt Relief Fair’, at The Pago Hotel in Ratsada, north of Phuket Town, yesterday (Aug 14).
Team Phuket head to National Games qualifiers
Team Phuket head to National Games qualifiers
ALL SPORTS: Phuket’s teams for the upcoming regional National Games and National Disabled Games were given a rousing send off by officials on Tuesday (Aug 13).
Islamic Bank launches B1bn loan campaign in Phuket
Islamic Bank launches B1bn loan campaign in Phuket
PHUKET: The Islamic Bank of Thailand, also known as iBank, officially opened its new branch in Phuket yesterday (Aug 13), coinciding with the launch of its new ‘SME Business Center for Andaman Region and B2 billion in funds being made available as loans to local business operators.
Karon beach brawl started over ‘too expensive’ parasail ride
Karon beach brawl started over ‘too expensive’ parasail ride
PHUKET: The recent brawl at Karon Beach started after Indian tourists refused to pay B2,000 for a parasail ride, officials have reported.
Night traffic affected as Phuket Town cable burying project continues
Night traffic affected as Phuket Town cable burying project continues
PHUKET: Motorists have been advised to avoid sections of Thepkrasattri Rd, Dibuk Rd and Phuket Rd in the heart of Phuket Town during nighttime while work continues on installing power cables underground in the area.
PM Srettha spotlights safety of Phuket tourists
PM Srettha spotlights safety of Phuket tourists
PHUKET: Prime Minister Settha Thavisin led a meeting at Phuket International Airport yesterday afternoon (Aug 11) to discuss policies on facilitating and ensuring the security of tourists, as well as addressing crimes committed by foreigners. 
People urged to donate blood for Mother's Day
People urged to donate blood for Mother's Day
PHUKET: The National Blood Center of the Thai Red Cross Society is inviting all people to donate blood throughout August in celebration of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother’s 92nd birthday. 
Phuket marks Mother's Day
Phuket marks Mother's Day
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat this morning presided over the first of a series of events to be held across the island, and across the country, today (Aug 12) to honour Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, on the occasion of her 92nd birthday, celebrated throughout the country as Mother’s Day, a national public holiday.
Thai woman self-inflicts knife wounds in Patong
Thai woman self-inflicts knife wounds in Patong
PHUKET: A 35-year-old woman has been taken into hospital care after she was found with self-inflicted knife wounds at a small guest accommodation in Patong.
Phuket Muay Thai gyms receive PM praise
Phuket Muay Thai gyms receive PM praise
MUAY THAI: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has praised the numerous Muay Thai boxing camps in Phuket for showcasing Thailand’s internationally-recognised soft power, attracting long stays by visitors and distributing income.
Kamala Beach clean up honours Mother’s Day
Kamala Beach clean up honours Mother’s Day
PHUKET: A major clean up day was held yesterday (Aug 10) at Kamala Beach to honour Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother on Mother’s Day.