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PSG eye first Champions League triumph but Bayern stand in their way
PSG eye first Champions League triumph but Bayern stand in their way
FOOTBALL: The historic UEFA Champions League final in Lisbon today (2am Monday Aug 24 Phuekt time) will be the first played behind closed doors and could also see the Paris Saint-Germain of Neymar and Kylian Mbappe win the trophy for the first time, but a Bayern Munich side led by the prolific Robert Lewandowski block their path.
Unleashed: Give us a kiss!
Unleashed: Give us a kiss!
Dog kisses are a bit like Marmite. Folks either love ’em, or hate ’em. Some folks will go all in to seek out a sloppy dog kiss, whilst others think it’s disgusting, such is life. However, most dog owners attribute a fair amount of meaning to such dog licks, suggesting they are giving us “affectionate kisses!” But how true is this…?
Phuket dive instructors stage Kata reef cleanup
Phuket dive instructors stage Kata reef cleanup
PHUKET: A total of 28 scuba diving instructors and Divemasters took part in a reef cleanup off Kata Beach today (Aug 22). The cleanup was held to remove small plastic items scattered throughout the north reef mainly attributed to the Westerly monsoon winds, explained David Hall, who joined the exercise.
Phuket taxi drivers protest loan repayments
Phuket taxi drivers protest loan repayments
PHUKET: Phuket tourism transport drivers, including drivers of taxis and tour vans, today (Aug 22) held another small protest at Sapan Hin to call for the finance division of Toyota not to enforce loan repayments for the vehicles, which may see the vehicles repossessed.
Police investigate PRU student’s death
Police investigate PRU student’s death
PHUKET: Phuket City Police today investigated the scene where 20-year-old first-year student Phuket Rajabhat University Pornpiphat ‘Mint’ Iaddam collapsed and died on campus on Wednesday (Aug 19).
TAT takes a gamble promoting Phuket Model
TAT takes a gamble promoting Phuket Model
BANGKOK: Thailand has to risk reopening borders to tourists with a pilot project in October acting as a decisive point for the inbound market in the upcoming high season, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Open letter to the tourism authority and the Thai government
Open letter to the tourism authority and the Thai government
A German man staying in Phuket has made a plea to the Thai Government to understand how the ‘visa amnesty’ expiring on Sept 26 will force many foreigners currently staying in Thailand to return to countries where second waves of COVID-19 are rampantly spreading. Here is his open letter to the Thai authorities:
Murder Mystery fun at Peppers Bar
Murder Mystery fun at Peppers Bar
PHUKET: Peppers Sports Bar hosted a hugely successful and fun murder mystery themed evening last Thursday (Aug 20).
‘New Mutants’ breaks curse, hits the big screens
‘New Mutants’ breaks curse, hits the big screens
Like a sleeping giant coming out of hibernation, the cinematic world is finally starting to awake from its slumber. Some countries, including Thailand, have had their cinemas open for a few weeks now. Other countries including Australia and the United States have some cinemas open while others remain closed in lockdown areas.
B22.5bn sub buy gets nod
B22.5bn sub buy gets nod
BANGKOK: A House subcommittee scrutinising the budget bill for the fiscal 2021 approved the navy’s controversial procurement of two submarines worth B22.5 billion from China, though not unanimously.
Hunger pangs: Concerns rise over elephant welfare as camps struggle without tourism income
Hunger pangs: Concerns rise over elephant welfare as camps struggle without tourism income
PHUKET: Four months after the lockdown began, preventing any tourists from entering the country, concerns are rising for the welfare of elephants across the island as some camps are now relying on donations in order to keep their pachyderms fed.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket ’hazing’ death? Cops ’botched’ Boss Red Bull report! Tourists back Oct. 1! || August 21
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket ’hazing’ death? Cops ’botched’ Boss Red Bull report! Tourists back Oct. 1! || August 21
PHUKET XTRA - August 21 || Brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Student, 20, dies in cheerleading ’hazing’ |:| Three-storey building collapses |:| Police ’botched Boss report’ |:| Phuket travel bubbles may begin from Oct. 1st |:| New driving licence rules for big bikes Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Three Business Models With a Low Barrier to Entry
Three Business Models With a Low Barrier to Entry
Whether you’re just starting out or already a seasoned veteran when it comes to launching profitable businesses, deciding to create another stream of income can hardly be a wrong decision. In an ideal scenario, this would be something you love doing and making a career out of it (or at least a side gig if that’s what you’re after). The problem is, not all business models are made equal in this regard. Some may require you to invest a significant amount of capital beforehand or pose an incredibly demanding technical challenge. Although the motto of successful business owners is to be willing to overcome obstacles, biting off more than you can chew is never a good idea, so it’s best to avoid it. With this in mind, we’ll be focusing on 3 tried and tested business models with a low barrier to entry that you can take as far as you wish: 1. Trading commodities Contrary to popular opinion, trading commodities online is not too risky and you can get started with just a basic set of skills and a dollar bill you can probably find by digging behind your sofa. Platforms such as FBS Forex have incorporated built-in safeguards designed to protect your investments so you don’t incur a substantial loss if the market doesn’t move the way you’d like. With a bit of wits, market knowledge, and speculation, you could be turning a couple of hundred dollars into thousands. Even investing as little as $50 should be enough to get your feet wet and test the waters. And if you don’t have the time necessary to study commodity trading and the factors that drive the market, you can always mirror what the pros are doing and make the exact same moves yourself. 2. Teaching English online Would you fancy teaching kids online through a video conferencing app? As it so happens, there is a huge demand for English teachers, particularly in Thailand. In fact, there are millions of wealthy families in Asia that are willing to invest into their kids’ future. This is where you come in: as a native speaker of English, the doors are wide open if you can put on a show and make the lessons entertaining. While some may ask for a TEFL or a similar teaching certificate, you don’t even need a college education to get in. As long as you speak English fluently, there are plenty of companies that are willing to hire you right this very moment. 3. Social media management How many times a day do you check Facebook? In this day and age, there’s nothing stopping you from making a career out of it. As long as you’re witty enough to come up with engaging posts, there is a sea of companies that are willing to pay you to manage their social media for them. Once or twice a day, you’ll be asked to log in, write a post, and maybe answer some of the questions their potential customers are asking. Even if you’re completely out of ideas, a good trick is to check what their competitors are posting and whip up something similar. Easy as pie! Conclusion If you have the know-how and the discipline to persevere, you can make it anywhere you choose. With these 3 business models, you’ll find that anyone can make extra money without having to sacrifice an arm and a leg. All you need is a laptop or a smart device with an internet connection and you’ll be good to go. Given that they are all lifestyle businesses, now is the time to jump in, get your feet wet, and lead your life in the direction you desire.
Father speaks out on daughter’s death at Phuket university
Father speaks out on daughter’s death at Phuket university
PHUKET: Khanong Iaddam, the 43-year-old father of Pornpiphat ‘Mint’ Iaddam, a 20-year-old first-year student at Phuket Rajabhat University who collapsed after being told to keep running during a training session with the cheerleading squad on Wednesday, today (Aug 21) spoke to the press about his daughter’s death.
Phuket beach cleanup nets 1.5 tonnes of trash
Phuket beach cleanup nets 1.5 tonnes of trash
PHUKET: More than 1.5 tonnes of marine debris and trash was recovered from Nai Yang and Mai Khao beaches and the areas immediately offshore in a mass cleanup today (Aug 21).
Phuket travel bubbles may begin from Oct 1
Phuket travel bubbles may begin from Oct 1
PHUKET: Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakan has announced that travel bubble tours to Phuket may begin from Oct 1. 
Student, 20, dies in Phuket cheerleading ‘hazing’
Student, 20, dies in Phuket cheerleading ‘hazing’
PHUKET: A 20-year-old female first-year student at Phuket Rajabhat University has died after what is believed to have been a “hazing” incident while practicing with the university’s cheerleading squad.
Kulabdam puts faith in his might to tame Sangmanee
Kulabdam puts faith in his might to tame Sangmanee
MMA: Kulabdam “Left Meteorite” Sor Jor Piek Uthai and Sangmanee “The Million Dollar Baby” Klong Suan Plu Resort, two of Thailand’s most prominent young fighters, will lock horns in the ONE Championship ring in Bangkok tonight (Aug 21).
Cabinet approves new driving licence rules for big bikes
Cabinet approves new driving licence rules for big bikes
BANGKOK: Additional requirements for people seeking to obtain or renew a driver’s licence have been approved by the Cabinet, according to the Department of Land Transport.
Protection offered to key witness in Boss case
Protection offered to key witness in Boss case
BANGKOK: A witness protection programme is ready to provide protection to the key witness in Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya’s hit-and-run case, says Justice Minister Somsak Thepsutin.