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Phuket Opinion: Earlier to start, earlier to recover
Phuket Opinion: Earlier to start, earlier to recover
PHUKET: The Ministry of Tourism this week released its Tourism Economic Review, which other than reporting what everyone already knows – that international tourism has been devastated and that domestic tourism has also taken one almighty hit – had one clear message: the longer that international tourism remains shut down, the longer the recovery itself will take even after measures to allow tourism to return are taken.
Sustainably Yours: Let’s clear the air
Sustainably Yours: Let’s clear the air
While COVID-19 has brought the world economy to a halt it has also brought the unexpected benefit of clean air. The normal white haze of Phuket has been supplanted by beautiful clear blue skies punctuated by stunning sunsets. Although closing the airports to foreigners is not a long-term solution, perhaps there are a few lessons that we can learn to keep the air clean for the future. 
OAG under pressure to break silence
OAG under pressure to break silence
THAILAND: Pressure on the Office of Attorney-General (OAG) is mounting as many groups, including constitutional bodies, demand an explanation for its decision to drop all charges against Red Bull scion Vorayuth Yoovidhya.
Cafe Society: Good vibes, good coffee at Home Grain
Cafe Society: Good vibes, good coffee at Home Grain
  Situated on Wiset Rd next to the Phuket Seashell Museum, Home Grain is a groovy little breakfast and brunch bistro with an exceptional coffee menu, comfortable setting and all around good vibes. Home Grain is relatively new to the Phuket cafe scene. I discovered the bistro on Instagram, and have been a fan ever since. Home Grain opened earlier this year, and has continued to go from strength to strength despite the outbreak of the pandemic. With its cozy seating, hip soundtrack and beautiful assortment of plants, it’s one of my favourite places in Rawai to grab a bite to eat or relax with a piping fresh mug of coffee.  The breakfast and brunch bistro is owned and managed by a young, lovely Thai couple who recently relocated back to Thailand after spending years living in Australia. Foodies at heart, the couple also know good coffee. The compact coffee menu at Home Grain features a lush single original blend, a creamy latte and a delicious Dirty Chai. Plus, it’s also possible to get your coffee drinks made with either soy or almond milk.  If coffee isn’t what you are after, Home Grain features a variety of gluten-free smoothies and non-dairy drinks. To satisfy your thirst on one of Phuket’s hot summer days, I highly recommend you try the Housemade Lemon Lime Bitter. It’s the perfect combination of sweet, sour and refreshing. Various homemade treats and pastries are always on offer at Home Grain, which makes the laid-back bistro the perfect place for a chilled coffee or refreshment break.  Since the world was introduced to the “new normal,” I have to admit I haven’t gone out and about as much as I used to. However, Home Grain is one place I consistently frequent. I enjoy supporting a small local business, and Home Grain really ticks all of the boxes. It’s no secret that the coffee is great, but their food menu is also outstanding. Must-try items from the food menu include the homemade sausage roll and the zesty red beans with sausage and rice.  Perhaps the thing I enjoy most about Home Grain is the sense of community the bistro has built. The owners of Home Grain are always warm and welcoming. They appreciate their customers and are eager to please. Always open to suggestions and never afraid to introduce new coffee drinks or menu items, the bistro is a refreshing change and a welcome addition to the Rawai neighbourhood.  Home Grain is open Tuesday through Sunday from 8:30am until 4:00pm. The bistro offers pick-up, delivery and convenient online ordering services for their menu as well. Special requests can be directed to homegrain.rawai@gmail.com If you find yourself in Rawai, do stop in and check out for yourself what the fuss is all about.  Follow Home Grain’s socials to learn more about what the creative bistro is up to. Home Grain can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/homegrain and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/homegrain_rawai/ Cafe Society is a monthly column which chronicles one girl’s search for the perfect cup of coffee. Have a cafe to recommend? Contact Amy via email at bensema.amy@gmail.com or follow her caffeinated adventures as @phuketstagram on Instagram.
Patong bomber escapes, re-arrested announce police
Patong bomber escapes, re-arrested announce police
PHUKET: One of the four men initially wanted for the Aug 12 bombings in Patong in 2016 has been re-arrested after escaping custody, Phuket Provincial Police have announced.
Unleashed: Learning to let go
Unleashed: Learning to let go
All of us have items which are valuable, be they expensive items or sentimental ones. We don’t want to lose them, which is why we may own a safe, and why we lock our doors. Dogs are no different and many are reluctant to give up a valuable object, whether it’s a favourite toy, your favourite shoe or even a tasty piece of eight-day old dead fish from the beach…
European football and survival up for grabs in Premier League finale
European football and survival up for grabs in Premier League finale
FOOTBALL: The Premier League will finally reach the end of its longest season tomorrow (July 26) with plenty still on the line at both ends of the table.
No F1 Grand Prix this year in US, Brazil, Mexico, Canada
No F1 Grand Prix this year in US, Brazil, Mexico, Canada
FORMULA ONE: The Grands Prix in the United States, Mexico, Brazil and Canada have been scrapped this year but three races in Europe have been added to the coronavirus-affected season, Formula One said yesterday (July 24).
Vietnam suspends wildlife trade as pandemic prods action
Vietnam suspends wildlife trade as pandemic prods action
WORLD: Vietnam, one of Asia’s biggest consumers of wildlife products, has suspended all imports of wild animal species “dead or alive” and vowed to “eliminate” illegal markets across the country.
Maiden pro success for cool Atthaya
Maiden pro success for cool Atthaya
GOLF: Teenage prodigy Atthaya Thitikul won her maiden professional title at the Singha-SAT Thai LPGA Championship in Prachin Buri yesterday (July 24).
No change in T1 restart date
No change in T1 restart date
FOOTBALL: The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) won’t yield to TrueVisions’ demand and insists the season will resume in September as planned.
Phuket Property Guide: Covid Crash – The real deal
Phuket Property Guide: Covid Crash – The real deal
In this series of articles we have presented detailed, reasoned and logical explanations for why we believe in the buoyancy of the Phuket property market, but our interpretation of real-life trends and data has been dismissed by some as self-serving propaganda for the property industry.
Confirmed: Embassy letters needed for Immigration ’visa extension’
Confirmed: Embassy letters needed for Immigration ’visa extension’
PHUKET: The Immigration Bureau has confirmed that letters from embassies are needed for short-term visa holders to be granted a 30-day extension to stay under the ‘visa amnesty’ granted by Cabinet on Tuesday.
Public fury as ‘Boss’ allowed to walk free
Public fury as ‘Boss’ allowed to walk free
BANGKOK: Public trust and confidence in public prosecutors and police have been shaken after all charges against Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya in his fatal hit-and-run case were dropped.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Red Bull cop killer gets away with it! Covid impacts Phuket Vegetarian Festival? || July 24
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Red Bull cop killer gets away with it! Covid impacts Phuket Vegetarian Festival? || July 24
PHUKET XTRA - July 24 || Brought to you by PVCPhuket.com Red Bull cop killer gets away with it! |:| Phuket Vegetarian Festival takes COVID hit |:| 10 new cases in Thailand today |:| Unemployment payouts extended for 3 months Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Man escapes serious injury as pickup slams truck parked along bypass road
Man escapes serious injury as pickup slams truck parked along bypass road
PHUKET: A 48-year-old man escaped a high-impact collision with only minor chest injuries after his pickup truck slammed into the back of a truck parked along the bypass road early this morning (July 24).
Wild tiger population on course to double numbers
Wild tiger population on course to double numbers
THAILAND: The country appears to be on target to increase its wild tiger population by 50% over the next two years.
Tyson to make boxing comeback at 54 against Roy Jones, 51
Tyson to make boxing comeback at 54 against Roy Jones, 51
BOXING: Mike Tyson, the former world heavyweight champion who retired in 2005, said yesterday (July 23) he will make a comeback at age 54, fighting Roy Jones Jr. on September 12 in Los Angeles.
Phuket Vegetarian Festival takes a COVID hit
Phuket Vegetarian Festival takes a COVID hit
PHUKET: Fire-walking, bladed-ladder climbing, hot oil bathing and crossing “bridges of nails” have all been banned at this year’s Phuket Vegetarian Festival following a directive from the Phuket Communicable Disease Committee.
A second wave can be quelled, say health bigwigs
A second wave can be quelled, say health bigwigs
THAILAND: Lessons have been learned from the first outbreak and therefore Thailand will be able to handle and curb a second wave of COVID-19, senior public health officials say.