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Police nab one suspect for Phuket checkpoint run, shooting at officers
Police nab one suspect for Phuket checkpoint run, shooting at officers
PHUKET: Police have apprehended one suspect who was in the car that ran a police checkpoint in Rassada, north of Phuket Town, early Monday morning (Oct 22), with of its occupants opening fire at police officers.
US Embassy in Thailand to cease providing income affidavit
US Embassy in Thailand to cease providing income affidavit
BANGKOK: Effective Jan 1, 2019, the United States Embassy in Bangkok and the US Consulate General in Chiang Mai will no longer provide an income affidavit and will not notarise previous versions of the income affidavit, the embassy announced in a statement today (Oct 26).
Raikkonen rolls back into the mix
Raikkonen rolls back into the mix
FORMULA ONE: It had been a long time between drinks for 2007 champion Kimi Raikkonen, and the Finn made sure he savoured the bubbles after seizing victory in Austin at the weekend.
Save money using a personal loan
Save money using a personal loan
Banks in Singapore have a variety of loans to cater to your needs. For instance, you will get an educational loan, car loan, housing loan, etc. You will notice that most of these loans have a specific purpose behind them. However, a personal loan is one such unsecured loan that can cater to any of your requirements. You may need a personal loan for the following reasons: Family emergency Medical expenditures Wedding Debt consolidation Education expenses Home renovation Types of personal loans in Singapore Personal instalment loan: In this case, you will receive upfront cash from the lender and you are required to repay the debt on a monthly basis over a period of time. This type of personal loan is used for medical emergencies and weddings. Credit line: Credit line refers to revolver credit. This means that money can be drawn and utilised according to your needs. The lender decides on how much money can be borrowed. You will only pay the interest on the amount and time you have utilised the money. Balance transfer: This is a type of loan that allows you to merge multiple loans (from different lenders) into a single loan. Some lenders even offer a grace period of 6-12 months for which no interest is charged. A balance transfer can be effectively used to consolidate your debts. How does a personal loan work in Singapore? If you have a good credit score, you can get a personal loan within a week in Singapore. Personal loans are unsecured loans. This means that there is no collateral involved. A personal loan will have a fixed rate of interest along with repayment periods. Most personal loans are also amortized. This means that your monthly instalment will also include your principal and interest charges. Benefits of taking a personal loan Fixed interest rates: Unlike credit cards, personal loans have a fixed rate of interest wherein you are required to make regular monthly payments for the said term (depending on the tenure of the personal loan). Unsecured loans: A personal loan do not require any collateral security and is easily available. However, you will need to utilise your loan responsibly and repay it to the bank. You will need to remember that personal loans are linked to credit scores. Faster availability: Upon applying for a personal loan today in Singapore, you may get it sanctioned within a week depending on your eligibility and credit score. The factors below will give you an insight on how you can save money with a personal loan: Lower the interest rate on your current debt If you have borrowed money from a lender at a higher interest rate, you can take a personal loan to clear your existing debt. For instance, if you have a loan that has a higher interest rate of 13%, you may take a personal loan (that has a lower interest rate of 6%) and close your existing loan that requires you to pay more. By doing so, you can save the interest charges every month. Also, personal loans can be paid back in easy monthly repayments at a fixed rate of interest. This will eliminate the burden of paying higher interest rates that you carry with other lenders. Use a personal loan for your side-business A business loan usually requires you to have a steady financial track record of 2-3 years. This also requires you to meet certain criteria including business registration for which you may be unprepared. In such scenarios, you can always take a small personal loan to start a side-business such as a blog shop or renting out your video equipment. For example, if you have taken a personal loan of S$2,000 for a tenure of 1 year, your monthly interest may be as low as S$200. Personal loans to update your skills/education You can consider taking a personal loan to update your skills and knowledge. If you land a promotion or get a pay hike for your skills, this may add up to thousands of dollars annually. Consolidate your debts from multiple lenders Different lenders may have different interest rates. When you have multiple loans that require you to pay higher interests every month, you can opt for a personal loan to assist you with this situation. For example, if you have taken a loan from 5 different lenders, you can take a personal loan from a single source (bank) and clear all your outstanding balances. By consolidating your debts, you can save money and also avoid paying huge interest rates to different lenders.
Eight-month-old baby in urgent need of blood donation
Eight-month-old baby in urgent need of blood donation
UPDATE - All in hand, Lilliana’s family say a big thank you to everyone. Eight-month-old baby Lilliana Sheridan is in urgent need of O-negative blood. She is at Bangkok Hospital Phuket.
Woman killed in high-speed motorbike collision
Woman killed in high-speed motorbike collision
PHUKET: One woman is dead after two men on a motorbike sped through a red light on Srisoonthorn Rd, in Thalang, last night (Oct 25).
Operators despair amidst Chinese lull
Operators despair amidst Chinese lull
BANGKOK: Tourism operators dependent on Chinese arrivals are close to laying off staff or even shutting down operations if arrivals from the mainland fail to bounce back soon.
Low-pressure system brings weather warning for Phuket, Andaman
Low-pressure system brings weather warning for Phuket, Andaman
PHUKET: The Thai Meteorological Department today issued a heavy weather warning for Phuket and the Andaman coast with heavy rain and strong waves brought on by a low-pressure system approaching from the southwest.
Christmas Day Dinner
Christmas Day Dinner
It’s definitely a Jingle Bell Time @ Two Chefs Bar & GrillCome and celebrate Christmas Day with us at Two Chefs Bar & Grill Patong Branch on Tuesday the 25th of December 2018 from 12pm to 12am.Our Executive Head Chef Daniel from England have prepared a 4 course Traditional Christmas set menu dinner that will surely light up your holiday cheer!Price is 995baht per person.For details and reservations visit our Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/twochefsthailand
Phuket gambling raid a bust, nets 72-year-old ‘manager’
Phuket gambling raid a bust, nets 72-year-old ‘manager’
PHUKET: A raid on a gambling den yesterday (Oct 25) by no less than 15 officers of the Kathu Police accompanied by Royal Thai Army soldiers from the 25th Military Circle, the division stationed in Phuket, resulted in just one arrest – that of a 72-year-old man.
Italian Family Dinner
Italian Family Dinner
Gather round the dining table, it's family bonding time! Experience authentic taste in a classical Italian family house-warming we will be uncorking unique Italian grape varieties to compliment your night. THB 1,990 net per person. 6:00PM - 10:30PM. Advance reservation is required.
Airport managers cleared over ‘slapgate’
Airport managers cleared over ‘slapgate’
BANGKOK: The former general manager and ex-security chief of Don Mueang International Airport have been cleared of any wrongdoing in relation to the incident in which an airport security guard tried to assault a Chinese tourist last month.
11 jailed for gang rape of 14-year-old Phang Nga girl
11 jailed for gang rape of 14-year-old Phang Nga girl
PHUKET: The Phang Nga Provincial Court yesterday (Oct 25) handed down jail sentences to 11 men in connection with the gang rape of a 14-year-old girl that took place in Baan Koh Raet of Takua Thung District, just north of Phuket, in 2016.
Space For Rent
Space For Rent
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Screwdriver stabbing! Crashing and fleeing? Fatal grease trap! || Oct. 25
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Screwdriver stabbing! Crashing and fleeing? Fatal grease trap! || Oct. 25
PHUKET XTRA - October 25 Toddler drowns in grease trap! |:| Heavy sentences for screwdriver killing |:| Three drug arrests |:| Pickup driver flees after crash |:| Mahathir’s pledge to end Southern violence Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Canadian charged with selling bogus apprenticeships
Canadian charged with selling bogus apprenticeships
BANGKOK: A Canadian man has been arrested in Bangkok for allegedly selling bogus job apprenticeships abroad to Thai students at B150,000 each.
Soi Dog sterilisations hit 250k, charity marks 15th anniversary with international awards
Soi Dog sterilisations hit 250k, charity marks 15th anniversary with international awards
PHUKET: The Soi Dog Foundation (SDF) has reached a significant milestone: this month (October) it sterilised animal number 250,000.
CONDO WANTED - Kata / Karon
2/3 Bed Condo Wanted - Kata/Karon/Surrounds - Foreign Freehold - 100M2+ - Upmarket - Furnished/Unfurnished - Sea Views - 15/20MTHB
Girl, 18 months old, dies after falling into school grease trap
Girl, 18 months old, dies after falling into school grease trap
PHUKET: The President of the Krabi Provincial Administration Organisation (OrBorJor) has ordered officials to take steps to prevent any further danger to children after an 18-month-old girl died after she fell into a grease trap at a government school in Krabi Town on Tuesday (Oct 23).
Rajevac has faith in his stars
Rajevac has faith in his stars
FOOTBALL: National football team coach Milovan Rajevac said yesterday that his main focus now is helping Thailand retain the Suzuki Cup title.