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Thousands evacuated as Russia advances in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region
Thousands evacuated as Russia advances in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region
UKRAINE Russia said Sunday (May 12) it had captured four more villages in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, as thousands of residents were evacuated from the offensive in an area where Russian troops had been pushed back in 2022.
Arsenal grind out Man Utd win to go top of the Premier League
Arsenal grind out Man Utd win to go top of the Premier League
FOOTBALL: Arsenal kept their Premier League title dreams alive by ending an Old Trafford hoodoo to grind out a 1-0 win at Manchester United on Sunday to move back top of the table.
FUGA Beach Club exceeds
FUGA Beach Club exceeds
As you step into FUGA Beach Club, away from the hustle and bustle of Patong, you are greeted by a view that takes your breath away. Located next to Loma Circle (Dolphin Circle) at the northern end of Patong Beach, the club features modern and stylish design, combined with views of the Andaman Sea, creates a great ambience.
Phuket lures Middle East tourists at Dubai travel fair
Phuket lures Middle East tourists at Dubai travel fair
PHUKET: Representatives from over 30 Phuket hospitality businesses travelled to Dubai earlier this week to showcase the island’s attractions at the Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM 2024). Targeting high-spending tourists from the Middle East is among priority moves to offset the continuing seasonal declines in arrivals from Russia and Europe.
Israel strikes Gaza as more Rafah evacuations ordered
Israel strikes Gaza as more Rafah evacuations ordered
GAZA: Israeli strikes on Saturday (May 11) hit parts of Gaza including Rafah where Israel expanded an evacuation order and the UN warned of an ’epic’ disaster if an outright invasion of the crowded city goes ahead.
Man City close in on Premier League title, Burnley relegated
Man City close in on Premier League title, Burnley relegated
FOOTBALL: Manchester City closed in on a fourth consecutive Premier League title by thrashing Fulham 4-0 on Saturday (May 11), while Burnley were relegated from the top flight after a 2-1 defeat at Tottenham.
Man survives four days trapped in Bangkok sewer
Man survives four days trapped in Bangkok sewer
BANGKOK: A man was rescued from a sewer in Ratchathewi district of Bangkok on Saturday (May 11), after reportedly being trapped for four days.
Step by Step: Thailand’s looming crisis ‒ Sugar and a changing lifestyle
Step by Step: Thailand’s looming crisis ‒ Sugar and a changing lifestyle
OPINION: Thailand, a nation renowned for its vibrant street food culture and dynamic flavours, faces a concerning trend – nearly half of the capital’s population is now considered obese and the number of people being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is rising at an alarming rate. 
Public outcry in Phuket as dogs maul much-loved cat
Public outcry in Phuket as dogs maul much-loved cat
PHUKET: Relevant officials and animal welfare organizations are yet to publicly respond to a shocking incident in Chalong where a resident’s dogs mauled a much-loved cat on May 8.
Guardiola won’t ask for favour from Man Utd in chase to catch ‘incredible’ Arsenal
Guardiola won’t ask for favour from Man Utd in chase to catch ‘incredible’ Arsenal
FOOTBALL: Pep Guardiola won’t ask for a favour from Manchester United this weekend as the Manchester City manager tries to overhaul ’incredible’ Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
UNESCO conference, food festival highlight Phuket’s culinary heritage
UNESCO conference, food festival highlight Phuket’s culinary heritage
PHUKET: A four-day-long Phuket Local Food Festival began in Saphan Hin yesterday (May 10). Coinciding with the first UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy Annual Conference 2024, the event welcomes local residents and tourists to savour Phuket’s unique gastronomic tradition.
Three injured in Patong accident
Three injured in Patong accident
PHUKET: Three people were injured in a road accident that occurred on the road leading from Tri Trang Beach to Patong at around noon yesterday (May 10).
Rising costs pull down THAI profits
Rising costs pull down THAI profits
BANGKOK: Thai Airways International on Friday (May 10) reported a first-quarter consolidated net profit of B2.43 billion, a decrease of 80.7% from B12.5bn a year earlier.
‘Planet of the Apes’ still teaching humans humanity
‘Planet of the Apes’ still teaching humans humanity
When it comes to franchises that have never had a weak movie, the modern reboot of ‘Planet of the Apes’ has surely led the way. While many were sceptical of a reboot just 10 years after Tim Burton’s take on the classic story had hit cinemas, they were soon eating their words as the new films found a way to be both touching and epic while still making a strong comment about humanity.
First ’extreme’ solar storm in 20 years brings spectacular auroras
First ’extreme’ solar storm in 20 years brings spectacular auroras
UNITED STATES: The most powerful solar storm in more than two decades struck Earth on Friday (May 10), triggering spectacular celestial light shows in skies from Tasmania to Britain -- and threatening possible disruptions to satellites and power grids as it persists into the weekend.
Djokovic struck with bottle from stands after winning Rome opener
Djokovic struck with bottle from stands after winning Rome opener
TENNIS: Novak Djokovic was left in agony after being struck with a hard plastic water bottle as he left the court following his 6-3, 6-1 win over France’s Corentin Moutet at the Rome Open which advanced him to the third round on Friday (May 10).
Heat stroke claims 61 lives this year
Heat stroke claims 61 lives this year
BANGKOK: Heat stroke has claimed the lives of 61 people so far this year, compared with 37 in 2023, the Ministry of Public Health said on Friday (May 10).
Phuket coral reef health sparks concerns
Phuket coral reef health sparks concerns
PHUKET: Officials from the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) conducted a survey of coral reefs at Phuket’s main tourist hotspots amid concerns of coral bleaching. The move followed the closure of Koh Pling, a small island off Nai Yang Beach, due to coral bleaching.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket acid attack suspect caught, Brit nabbed over bad reviews, Anutin’s Phuket jaunt || May 10
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket acid attack suspect caught, Brit nabbed over bad reviews, Anutin’s Phuket jaunt || May 10
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British man arrested for bad reviews of Phuket restaurant
British man arrested for bad reviews of Phuket restaurant
PHUKET: A British national was arrested for leaving negative reviews of a Phuket restaurant following a dispute with the owner, Royal Thai Police officers reported. The man was arrested recently in Bangkok, while the dispute took place in 2022 in Phuket.