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Broad takes 500 Test wickets as England seal West Indies series win
Broad takes 500 Test wickets as England seal West Indies series win
CRICKET: Stuart Broad joined one of cricket’s most exclusive clubs when he took his 500th Test wicket as England completed a series-clinching win over the West Indies at Old Trafford yesterday (July 28).
Interior Ministry to employ more than 30,000 nationwide
Interior Ministry to employ more than 30,000 nationwide
BANGKOK: The Interior Minister has announced that it will offer over 30,000 positions to help people in areas affected by the COVID-19 outbreak nationwide, emphasizing that every project must be undertaken with transparency for the maximum benefit of the public.
CAS reveals Man City ignored UEFA investigation, but did not breach FFP
CAS reveals Man City ignored UEFA investigation, but did not breach FFP
FOOTBALL: Manchester City showed a “blatant disregard” for UEFA’s investigation into alleged Financial Fair Play (FFP) breaches, according to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), but European football’s governing body failed to prove City had disguised funding from the club’s owners as sponsorship income.
Senator wants new Boss panel
Senator wants new Boss panel
BANGKOK: A senator is calling for a national independent committee to review the hit-and-run case involving Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya, who is in the clear after public prosecutors decided to drop all charges against him.
Pickup truck goes swimming at Yanui Beach
Pickup truck goes swimming at Yanui Beach
PHUKET: People visiting Yanui Beach on Phuket’s southwest coast are being urged to engage the handbrake on their vehicles when they park after a pickup truck rolled across the beach and into the water this afternoon (July 28).
Malaysian ex-PM Najib guilty on all charges in first 1MDB trial
Malaysian ex-PM Najib guilty on all charges in first 1MDB trial
WORLD: Malaysia’s ex-leader Najib Razak was found guilty today (July 28) in his first trial over the multi-billion-dollar 1MDB scandal, two years after the fraud contributed to the downfall of his long-ruling government.
Estimated 3 billion animals affected by Australia bushfires: study
Estimated 3 billion animals affected by Australia bushfires: study
WORLD: Nearly three billion animals were killed or displaced by Australia’s unprecedented 2019-20 wildfires in “one of the worst wildlife disasters in modern history”, according to a report released today (July 28).
Phuket makes merit for HM King’s Birthday
Phuket makes merit for HM King’s Birthday
PHUKET: Merit making to honour His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun on his 68th birthday today (July 28) began at Phuket Provincial Hall this morning and continued with a full ceremony at Phuket Rajabhat University.
Wickets, runs and socially distanced fans – cricket in the coronavirus era
Wickets, runs and socially distanced fans – cricket in the coronavirus era
CRICKET: Surrey cricketers Mark Stoneman and Ryan Patel on Sunday (July 26) experienced something no other sportsmen in England have enjoyed since March when they strode to the wicket at The Oval – applause from a crowd desperate to witness live action in the flesh after the coronavirus lockdown.
Phuket Hospitality Challenge 2020
Phuket Hospitality Challenge 2020
The Plantations International Phuket Hospitality Challenge 2020. On Thursday 22nd, October 2020 at Laguna Golf Phuket. Early Bird Pricing 16,000 baht (Team of four players). Entry Includes: Green fee, Caddie fee and shared Buggy. Tournament shirt and On-course refreshments. Prize Giving Dinner at Cassia. Sign up before 31st August 2020.
Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort receives Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Certification
Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort receives Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Certification
Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort has been awarded the Amazing Thailand ‘Safety and Health Administration – SHA’ certificate. The resort has been assigned the SHA logo as a mark of quality certification of its service standards after completing a strict health and safety inspection.
Klopp named LMA Manager of the Year
Klopp named LMA Manager of the Year
FOOTBALL: Jurgen Klopp was voted the League Managers’ Association Manager of the Year yesterday (July 27) after ending Liverpool’s 30-year wait to win the Premier League.
Claim that Vorayuth ‘had drugs in blood’
Claim that Vorayuth ‘had drugs in blood’
THAILAND: Three activists claimed they have evidence to prove that Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya had illicit chemical substances, including cocaine, in his system during his Sept 3, 2012, fatal hit-and-run.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand visa amnesty extended! Police probe why they let alleged cop killer walk? || July 27
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Thailand visa amnesty extended! Police probe why they let alleged cop killer walk? || July 27
PHUKET XTRA - July 27 || Brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Police, OAG probe why they let cop killer get away with it |:| Immigration visa amnesty extension announced, details here! |:| Patong bomber escaped, recaptured Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Don’t Blame Me: Deputy PM defends handling of COVID crisis
Don’t Blame Me: Deputy PM defends handling of COVID crisis
PHUKET: Deputy Prime Minister Jurin Laksanawisit went on the defensive yesterday after being forced to face a slew of complaints from leading Phuket figures pointing out the lack of support from the central government to help people and businesses on the island suffering from the COVID-19 economic crisis.
Broad on brink of 500 club as England eye West Indies series win
Broad on brink of 500 club as England eye West Indies series win
CRICKET: Stuart Broad was only one wicket away from becoming just the seventh bowler to take 500 Test wickets as England closed in on a series victory over the West Indies at Old Trafford yesterday (July 26).
Man Utd, Chelsea seal top-four spots on final day of Premier League
Man Utd, Chelsea seal top-four spots on final day of Premier League
FOOTBALL: Manchester United and Chelsea sealed Champions League places yesterday (July 26) as Bournemouth and Watford fell through the trapdoor on a dramatic final day of the longest Premier League season.
Another turtle nest found north of Phuket
Another turtle nest found north of Phuket
PHUKET: Officers at the  Khao Lampi – Hat Thai Mueang National Park have reported finding another nest of leatherback turtle eggs, the third such nest found in the area in recent weeks. The three nests have all been laid during the southwest monsoon, which is considered out of season for turtles to lay eggs.
Phuket students hold anti-government protest
Phuket students hold anti-government protest
PHUKET: Some 350 students turned out for an anti-government rally at Saphan Hin on the outskirts of Phuket Town yesterday evening (July 26) calling for the government to step down and criticising its handling of the COVID-19 economic crisis and the ensuing mass unemployment that has arisen throughout the country.
Prayut orders ‘Boss’ probe as ‘new evidence’ surfaces
Prayut orders ‘Boss’ probe as ‘new evidence’ surfaces
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered an inquiry into the prosecution’s decision to drop a reckless driving charge against Red Bull scion Vorayuth Yoovidhya following public outrage over the news, according to government spokeswoman Narumon Pinyosinwat.