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Cafe Society: HwaanYen is the cream of Phuket’s bursting bubble tea scene
Cafe Society: HwaanYen is the cream of Phuket’s bursting bubble tea scene
Every now and again, I stray away from at­tempting to find the island’s best cup of cof­fee. A few months ago on a particularly hot day, I found myself wandering around town and came across หวานเย็น - HwaanYen – 甘い氷. I was immediately intrigued, pulled up a stool and asked for a menu.
Ruiz shocks Joshua to take three heavyweight world titles
Ruiz shocks Joshua to take three heavyweight world titles
Anthony Joshua’s bid to make a splash in his US debut ended in misery for the three belt heavyweight world champion with a stunning loss to underdog Andy Ruiz at Madison Square Garden on Saturday (Jun 1).
Queen exudes military prowess
Queen exudes military prowess
Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana has maintained a distinguished career in the military, having advanced through the upper echelons and being appointed to the highest rank of army general, which is a testament to the Queen’s calibre and ability, comparable to that of any male officer.
The forgotten women living in the time of Buddha part 3: The never-crowned queen Ambapali
The forgotten women living in the time of Buddha part 3: The never-crowned queen Ambapali
If the stories of Queen Samavati and Queen Mal­lika in Trailblazers parts one and two taught us anything, it’s that the age of Buddhist kings was far more than just an age of great men. The age of Buddhist kings was equally an age of Buddhist queens.
’It means so much’ - Liverpool beat Tottenham to win sixth European Cup
’It means so much’ - Liverpool beat Tottenham to win sixth European Cup
MADRID: Jurgen Klopp admitted his Liverpool team were overcome with emotion after beating Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 to win Saturday’s all-English Champions League final in Madrid and take the trophy for the sixth time in the club’s history.
Mongolian national team prepare for World Cup qualifier in Phuket
Mongolian national team prepare for World Cup qualifier in Phuket
PHUKET: The weather forecast for Ulaanbaatur shows a low of 1ºC by the time the Mongolian men’s national football team returns home from their 10-day training camp at Thanyapura Hotel & Sports Resort in Phuket.
Phuket Property Guide: Positives in the driving seat
Phuket Property Guide: Positives in the driving seat
The vast majority of buyers in Phuket today have a positive outlook on the property market, and it is easy to see why. It is always good to understand what influences any market, and here we examine the key drivers ahead for the Phuket real estate sector
Bright Futures: UWCT students earning scholarships for top-flight universities
Bright Futures: UWCT students earning scholarships for top-flight universities
In the north of Phuket, halfway along a quiet, forest-lined road, is the surprisingly vibrant campus of UWC Thailand (UWCT). The international school, founded in 2008, is well known for its com­prehensive International Bacca­laureate (IB) programmes, mind­fulness-based practices and perceived bohemian approach to learning; howev­er, it’s the diverse and inspiring student body that makes it so extraordinary.
Phuket Opinion: One way, or the other
Phuket Opinion: One way, or the other
PHUKET: The opening of the Chalong Underpass this weekend will serve as a form of victory for local officials involved in its construction. The beleaguered project has suffered an unending series of setbacks since the initial contract for works to begin came into effect on July 28, 2015 – today, an auspicious day for the nation.
Samui Regatta: Records set on final day
Samui Regatta: Records set on final day
SAILING: Coming into the final day just 0.5 points separated the top two in IRC Zero with THA72 having the edge over Team Hollywood (AUS). One mistake, one bad call could decide the regatta. Looking through the scoresheet, the story for the entire class is one of close racing: all six entries have made it onto the podium during the regatta; four have won at least one race; and in Race 5 Jelik (HKG) and THA72 actually tied on corrected time. It doesn’t get much closer than that!
20 passengers rescued from bus after accident en route from Phuket to Hat Yai
20 passengers rescued from bus after accident en route from Phuket to Hat Yai
THAILAND: A bus carrying 20 passengers skidded off the road and landed sideways in a ditch on its journey from Phuket to Hat Yai in the early hours of Saturday morning (June 1), reported Thai online newspaper Matichon.
Kamala Green Club announces beach cleaning schedule for June to December 2019
Kamala Green Club announces beach cleaning schedule for June to December 2019
Following their ‘2019 Kick Off meeting’ hosted by Andara at Silk on May 27, Kamala Green Club (KGC) has announced its zoning update and beach cleaning schedule which runs from June through to December of this year. (See images.)
Blazing Saddles: How jumping in the saddle can take our love lives up a gear
Blazing Saddles: How jumping in the saddle can take our love lives up a gear
Ask any advertising executive and they’ll tell you that using the words “sex or sexy” in an article will increase an ad’s readership by almost 100%. In fact, the article you are now perusing could well become the most widely-read in the long-running Blazing Saddles series, and you may well be one of many who has never previously read a Blazing Saddles article and indeed has very lit­tle interest in cycling!
Phuket Regional Blood Centre mobile blood clinic reaches out for donations
Phuket Regional Blood Centre mobile blood clinic reaches out for donations
PHUKET: The Phuket Regional Blood Centre (PRBC) has appealed to Thais and foreigners to donate blood at various locations across Krabi, Phang Nga and Phuket throughout June this year.
PAC Barbarians win 2019 Aussie Bar Phuket International Rugby 10s
PAC Barbarians win 2019 Aussie Bar Phuket International Rugby 10s
PHUKET: The weather was set fair for this year’s 21st Aussie Bar Phuket International Rugby 10s hosted by the Thanyapura Sports Club amid dire storm warnings which thankfully failed to materialise, contributing to some tremendous rugby being played across all competitions.
Teenager dies in close-riding collision
Teenager dies in close-riding collision
PHUKET: One teenager was killed and another taken to hospital with minor injuries on Friday (May 31) after the pair collided in front of Krungsri Bank, Cherng Talay Branch, in Thalang.
Saphan Hin roads close as street racing takes hold
Saphan Hin roads close as street racing takes hold
PHUKET: Roads in Saphan Hin will be closed during the day this weekend as one-design racing of sedans and pickups hits the streets in the Toyota Gazoo Racing event to be held from 11am to 7pm today and tomorrow (June 1-2).
Keep up with the online payment revolution, urges expert
Keep up with the online payment revolution, urges expert
PHUKET: A leading figure in global online payments systems has urged Phuket businesses to keep pace with the rapid changes unfolding in the online payments sector to ensure they don’t miss opportunities or access to key markets simply because of the ability or convenience to pay.
Pressure mounting for alliance ahead of PM vote on Wednesday
Pressure mounting for alliance ahead of PM vote on Wednesday
THAILAND: Pressure is mounting on the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) and the Democrats to thrash out their differences and finalise a deal over the formation of a coalition government ahead of the prime ministerial vote in parliament scheduled for Wednesday.
Elephant export amendment spurs outcry from activists
Elephant export amendment spurs outcry from activists
THAILAND: Wildlife protection activists are calling for the suspension of the Ministry of Commerce’s new law allowing elephants to be exported overseas.