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Van Dijk revels in pressure of Liverpool’s enduring feud with Man Utd
Van Dijk revels in pressure of Liverpool’s enduring feud with Man Utd
FOOTBALL: Virgil van Dijk says the intensity of Liverpool’s bitter rivalry with Manchester United will make today’s (Mar 17) FA Cup quarter-final a major test for his quadruple chasers.
Russians control residential leasehold segment in Phuket
Russians control residential leasehold segment in Phuket
PHUKET: The value of residential units in Phuket leased long-term by the top 10 foreign nationalities almost tripled to B12.8 billion in 2023, mainly driven by Russian buyers fleeing the conflict in Europe as the foreign quota for condos was filled in many areas of the island.
Bang seizes the spotlight in Phuket
Bang seizes the spotlight in Phuket
GOLF: Bang Shin-Sil of South Korea continued her impressive form by carding her second consecutive 68, seizing a one-stroke lead as she heads into the final round of the US$650,000 (approx B22.75 million) Blue Canyon Ladies Championship yesterday (Mar 16).
‘hom’ is where the heart is
‘hom’ is where the heart is
To merely label hom as a restaurant would be a huge understatement; it truly is so much more. Consider it as an entire journey, which begins to unfold the moment you step into the hotel lobby. From then on, every detail was meticulously attended to with refinement and elegance.
Three days of top class cycling at the Tour of Phuket
Three days of top class cycling at the Tour of Phuket
CYCLING: Over 200 elite and amateur cycling enthusiasts from more than 32 different countries converged onto Phuket last weekend (Mar 8-10) to compete in the 8th annual edition of the hugely popular Tour of Phuket long-distance bicycle race.
Step by step: Will anti-foreign sentiment impact Phuket’s tourism?
Step by step: Will anti-foreign sentiment impact Phuket’s tourism?
Phuket, the ‘Monaco of the east’, shines with its beautiful beaches, hedonistic nightlife and a culture renowned for its welcoming smiles. However, a recent surge in anti-foreign sentiment fueled by incidents like the Urs Fehr controversy and tensions with Russian tourists, raises a critical question: could this lead to a rise in nationalism and populism, and have a deep impact on Phuket’s tourism industry, the lifeblood of the island’s economy?
Patong Songkran plans revealed
Patong Songkran plans revealed
PHUKET: Patong officials held a press conference on Friday (Mar 15) to outline plans for this year’s Songkran Festival celebrations.
Chiang Mai tops world’s most polluted cities
Chiang Mai tops world’s most polluted cities
CHIANG MAI: Thai tourist hotspot Chiang Mai topped air monitoring website IQAir’s table of the world’s most polluted cities early Friday (Mar 15).
Kristen Stewart strong in gritty ‘Love Lies Bleeding’
Kristen Stewart strong in gritty ‘Love Lies Bleeding’
One Hollywood actress that deserves a lot more credit than she gets is Kristen Stewart. It seems like people just can’t forget the fact that she acted in the ‘Twilight’ franchise. But what the Stewart haters don’t take into consideration is the body of work that she has done since then.
Dates confirmed for 2024 BISP Soccer 7s
Dates confirmed for 2024 BISP Soccer 7s
FOOTBALL: British International School, Phuket (BISP) has confirmed dates for its hugely-popular annual Soccer 7s tournament later this year.
Man dead after Cherng Talay drive-by shooting
Man dead after Cherng Talay drive-by shooting
PHUKET: Police have confirmed a 21-year-old man was killed in a drive-by shooting near a petrol station in in Cherng Talay last night (Mar 15).
Arrest warrant issued for suspect in fatal Russian stabbing
Arrest warrant issued for suspect in fatal Russian stabbing
PHUKET: Police have issued an arrest warrant for the man alledged to have stabbed a 41-year-old Russian man to death in Phuket on Wednesday (Mar 13).
The rise of investment fraud
The rise of investment fraud
Globally, there has been a staggering rise in investment scams in recent years, with a notable surge reported in Russia. According to The Moscow Times, during the latter half of 2022, the Russian Financial Supervisory Authority and the Central Bank identified a 300% increase in attempted investment fraud compared to the same period the previous year, reaching 965 cases.
Tourism drive set to hit highest gear
Tourism drive set to hit highest gear
BANGKOK: The government has set itself an ambitious goal to make 2025 “the biggest year for tourism” to date as it plans to host a raft of engaging cultural events, concerts, festivals as well as an international motor racing series throughout the year.
Putin vows revenge for Ukrainian attacks as Russians vote
Putin vows revenge for Ukrainian attacks as Russians vote
MOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin vowed a strong military response yesterday (Mar 15) to a string of Ukrainian attacks on Russia’s border that he described as an attempt by Kyiv to derail his bid for re-election.
Kim sets the pace at Blue Canyon
Kim sets the pace at Blue Canyon
GOLF: South Korean golfer Kim Hee-Ji capitalised on her formidable form to seize an early lead in the US$650,000 (approx B22.75 million) Blue Canyon Ladies Championship being played at the par-72 Blue Canyon Country Club in Phuket yesterday (Mar 15).
Israeli woman arrested for running an illegal nursery
Israeli woman arrested for running an illegal nursery
SURAT THANI: An Israeli woman has been arrested for allegedly running an illegal nursery for foreign children on Koh Phangan.
Bang Wad pump repairs to affect water supply in Patong, Wichit
Bang Wad pump repairs to affect water supply in Patong, Wichit
PHUKET: The Phuket Waterworks authority (PWA) has announced major repairs to a pump station at the Bang Wad Reservoir in Kathu that will affect water supply to all areas in Patong and throughout Wichit this Tuesday and Wednesday (Mar 19-20).
Grow Boating Evening
Grow Boating Evening
We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Boardwalk Bistro and Bar at the Phuket Boat Lagoon from 5pm on Friday the 5th of April 2024. We are delighted to announce that our drinks sponsor for the evening will be Henri Captain. See https://henri-captain.com/. There will be a delicious buffet sponsored by the Boardwalk Bistro and Bar for all attendees and as always, all your favourite beverages will be available from the bar. Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee and if you know anyone you think would be interested in coming, please invite them along. To join our mailing list please click http://eepurl.com/c9UJib Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GrowBoatingPhuket/ Grow Boating is kindly supported by our media partner The Phuket News and Phuket Live Radio - Live 89.5 See www.thephuketnews.com
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: DSI and Anutin in Phuket amid foreigner crackdown, Patong ready for Fight Circus || March 15
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: DSI and Anutin in Phuket amid foreigner crackdown, Patong ready for Fight Circus || March 15
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