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America’s Cup on hold amid New Zealand’s COVID lockdown
America’s Cup on hold amid New Zealand’s COVID lockdown
SAILING: The America’s Cup final between Team New Zealand and Italy’s Luna Rossa on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour was pushed back today (Feb 28) as a coronavirus outbreak plunged the city back into lockdown.
Pivac sets Wales sights on bigger prize after Triple Crown triumph
Pivac sets Wales sights on bigger prize after Triple Crown triumph
RUGBY: Wales coach Wayne Pivac promised no let-up from his side after a decisive 40-24 win over England in Cardiff yesterday (Feb 27) secured the Triple Crown.
Anutin gets first COVID jab
Anutin gets first COVID jab
THAILAND: Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul became the first person in the country who got the first shot of vaccine against coronavirus this morning (Feb 28) when Thailand rolled out COVID-19 vaccination.
Jailed protest leaders decry double standards
Jailed protest leaders decry double standards
BANGKOK: Six hundred police officers will be deployed today (Feb 28) with Free Youth group demonstrators planning to march from Victory Monument to the prime minister’s house at the 1st Infantry Regiment barracks, King’s Guard, on Vibhavadi Rangsit Rd.
Local Musicians Supporting Their Local Communities
Local Musicians Supporting Their Local Communities
Eleven local bands will take to the stage at Blue Tree Phuket on March 20 to take part in the Lean On Me Live Fest. The event is being staged to help raise awareness and funding for the food-relief programs that are feeding thousands of families in Phuket and the surrounding areas.
Phuket Opinion: Gunning for a duty of care
Phuket Opinion: Gunning for a duty of care
PHUKET: The shooting of 25-year-old noodle vendor Aroon Thongplab on Bangla Rd by a drunken off-duty police officer this week has again cast into the spotlight the need to prevent any police officers from carrying firearms in public while not on active duty.
Tourists flock to eastern provinces
Tourists flock to eastern provinces
BANGKOK: Holidaymakers have been flocking to resort islands in the eastern provinces this long holiday weekend after the government further eased restrictions there. Almost 10,000 tourists travelled to Koh Lan on Friday (Feb 26) alone.
Chaiwat hits back at PACC over Kaeng Krachan burning
Chaiwat hits back at PACC over Kaeng Krachan burning
BANGKOK: A former Kaeng Krachan National Park chief has broken his silence after the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) moved to ban him from the civil service for allegedly leading other officials to burn the houses of Karen villagers a decade ago.
Phuket seafood festivals return to lure more tourists
Phuket seafood festivals return to lure more tourists
PHUKET: The first of three large-scale seafood festivals was launched at Saphan Hin last night (Feb 26) in the hope of helping local people make an income by attracting more domestic tourists to the island.
Leatherback turtle nest hatches on Kata Beach
Leatherback turtle nest hatches on Kata Beach
PHUKET: A total of 29 baby leatherback turtles broke through the sand and made their way into the sea at Kata Beach last night (Feb 26), as a large gathering of well-wishers stood back to watch.
Muay Thai to be included at 2023 European Games
Muay Thai to be included at 2023 European Games
MUAY THAI: There was great pride and celebration for Thailand yesterday (Feb 26) after it was confirmed the national sport has secured one of final spots on the official medal program for the 2023 European Games in Poland.
Grillo takes the gloves off in all-action ‘Boss Level’
Grillo takes the gloves off in all-action ‘Boss Level’
Frank Grillo! Remember the name because you are going to be hearing it quite a lot over the next decade or so.
Bangla shooter released on bail
Bangla shooter released on bail
PHUKET: The drunken off-duty policeman who shot a noodle vendor on Bangla Rd on Tuesday (Feb 23) has been released on bail.
Patong jet-skis cleared for compliance
Patong jet-skis cleared for compliance
PHUKET: A check on jet-ski operators at Patong Beach yesterday (Feb 26) found no irregularities, the regional office of the Marine Department, based in Phuket, has announced.
Phuket Music Scene: Colin ‘Illy’ Hill rockin’ on strong
Phuket Music Scene: Colin ‘Illy’ Hill rockin’ on strong
Phuket’s veteran rock guitarist Colin Hill played with the band Dating Blondes last Saturday (Feb 20) in the multi-genre music show ‘The Lost Legends’ at the Grind Café at Underwoods on the bypass road, an event which may well be repeated. Andy Tong Dee interviewed him after the show.
Myanmar envoy urges ‘strongest’ UN action as junta clamps down
Myanmar envoy urges ‘strongest’ UN action as junta clamps down
WORLD: Myanmar’s permanent representative to the United Nations yesterday (Feb 26) urged for the “strongest possible action” to end the military’s rule, an appeal that comes as riot police violently dispersed protesters in three major cities.
Man City chase quadruple as United aim to end Tuchel’s record
Man City chase quadruple as United aim to end Tuchel’s record
FOOTBALL: Manchester City have set their sights on a clean sweep of the four major trophies as the runaway Premier League leaders prepare to host high-flying West Ham this weekend.
Rediscover how to be Sustainable at an Affordable price
Rediscover how to be Sustainable at an Affordable price
Many people know me through Island Technology, others as a lawyer and some as a provider of Renewable Energy with “Smarter Energy Solution”, my latest business, started in 2019.
Monopoly: Phuket Edition tokens go on holiday
Monopoly: Phuket Edition tokens go on holiday
PHUKET: The creators of ‘MONOPOLY: Phuket Edition’ are looking for suggestions as to what to use as ‘tokens’ in the game that is being specifically tailored to Phuket.
House raided after ‘pretty’ party death
House raided after ‘pretty’ party death
BANGKOK: Police raided a house in Chatuchak district of Bangkok on Friday (Feb 26) as part of their investigation into the death on Tuesday of a model hired as a hostess along with several other women at the residence on Monday.