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Pyramid scheme charges added to multi-billion-baht iCon Group case
Pyramid scheme charges added to multi-billion-baht iCon Group case
BANGKOK: The Department of Special Investigation is listing the suspects who will additionally face fraudulent borrowing, aka pyramid scheme, charges in The iCon Group direct marketing case.
Green Thoughts: Branching out in your garden
Green Thoughts: Branching out in your garden
From time to time I have remarked on the problems, nay perils, of cultivating trees in your tropical garden. The topic merits another look.
Revamped Kathu Half Marathon confirmed
Revamped Kathu Half Marathon confirmed
MARATHON: Dates for the newly revamped Kathu Half Marathon have been confirmed, officials announced on Wednesday (Oct 30).
Patong motorcycle taxi driver charged after tourist confrontation
Patong motorcycle taxi driver charged after tourist confrontation
PHUKET: Patong police have arrested a motorcycle taxi driver on several counts after he was involved in an ugly confrontation with a couple of tourists and a local taxi driver on Thursday evening (Oct 31).
Wellthwise: Health choices, where to now?
Wellthwise: Health choices, where to now?
I have a fantasy of waltzing into an international airport, looking up at the departure board and randomly choosing a flight that leaves in the next two hours. I go to the ticket counter, buy a ticket, and go straight to the departure gate. It feels wildly spontaneous, even audacious, but promises to be great fun, right?
Man City suffer first league loss since December, Arsenal crash as Liverpool go top
Man City suffer first league loss since December, Arsenal crash as Liverpool go top
FOOTBALL: Manchester City suffered their first Premier League loss since December as Bournemouth stunned the champions, while Arsenal were rocked by Newcastle and Liverpool seized top spot yesterday (Nov 2).
Visitors from China, Japan return slowly after pandemic
Visitors from China, Japan return slowly after pandemic
BANGKOK: The tourism industry will continue to struggle with the Northeast Asian market this year, as Chinese and Japanese visitors have not fully returned since the pandemic, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
The seven states that will decide the US presidency
The seven states that will decide the US presidency
WASHINGTON: US Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump are hurtling toward their Nov 5 election showdown, one of the closest contests in modern American history.
Step by Step: The Great Phuket Wellness Scam?
Step by Step: The Great Phuket Wellness Scam?
OPINION: Phuket, a luxury holiday destination for decades a renowned retreat from everyday life for most holiday makers, is witnessing a new phenomenon: the rise of wellness centres. These establishments, seemingly sprouting like mushrooms after a downpour, particularly in areas like Cherng Talay, promise a panacea for various ailments and a shortcut to eternal youth. But beneath the glossy facades and alluring promises, one can't help but wonder: is this burgeoning wellness industry in Phuket a scam, a hoax, full of more quacks than a Peking duck restaurant?
Bangkok to enact new pet policy
Bangkok to enact new pet policy
BANGKOK: The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will implement a new policy to regulate the number of domesticated cats and dogs in the city.
Please don’t go, Dojo...
Please don’t go, Dojo...
MMA: The Dojo at Blue Tree in Cherng Talay has become one of the more recognised sporting establishments in Phuket in recent years, with lead instructor Alexis Plantard tirelessly building a facility that has become an integral part of the local community.
Phuket honours Diwali Festival
Phuket honours Diwali Festival
PHUKET: The Central shopping mall in Patong hosted a special ceremony yesterday (Nov 1) to honour this year’s Diwali festival.
‘The Apprentice’ puts young Trump on show
‘The Apprentice’ puts young Trump on show
With the US Presidential election hotting up now seems to be a good time to take a look at controversial brand-new film ‘The Apprentice’. Whether this film is an accurate portrayal of a young Donald Trump (Sebastian Stan – Captain America: Winter Soldier) or whether it is a media beat-up designed to discredit a Presidential candidate all seems to come down to what side of politics you support.
Tough test on the road for the Lobster Men
Tough test on the road for the Lobster Men
FOOTBALL: Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) faces its toughest challenge yet against an undefeated Songkhla FC tomorrow (Nov 3), kick-off 5:30pm.
Man Utd hope for Van Nistelrooy magic
Man Utd hope for Van Nistelrooy magic
FOOTBALL: Manchester United face Chelsea tomorrow (Nov 3) with interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy at the helm while faltering Arsenal face a potentially tricky trip to Newcastle.
Phuket holds stroke awareness community run
Phuket holds stroke awareness community run
PHUKET: The 10th annual edition of a nationwide initiative geared towards raising awareness of stroke prevention and overall health took place this morning (Nov 2).
Ministry predicts 2.7% growth this year
Ministry predicts 2.7% growth this year
BANGKOK: The Finance Ministry’s Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) forecasts Thai GDP growth of 2.7% this year and 3% in 2025.
Man arrested after shooting incident in Rawai
Man arrested after shooting incident in Rawai
PHUKET: Police have arrested a man for a shooting incident that left a 28-year-old man shot in the head and hand in Rawai yesterday (Nov 1).
Governor recognises outstanding CSR efforts
Governor recognises outstanding CSR efforts
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwaannarat led an event at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (Oct 31) to recognise outstanding ‘Corporate Social Responsibility’ (CSR) campaigns by local organisations and businesses across the island.
Bali Geckos win Phuket AFL Masters
Bali Geckos win Phuket AFL Masters
AFL: Australian Rules Football (AFL) was back with a bang at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) last Saturday (Oct 25) for the eagerly-contested Pacific Cross Health Insurance AFL Masters.