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Man Utd rally to slow Liverpool charge
Man Utd rally to slow Liverpool charge
FOOTBALL: Manchester United rallied to snap a four-game losing streak and slow Liverpool’s romp towards the Premier League title in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Anfield yesterday (Jan 5).
Phuket Globetrotter: The Caucasus, where history is not past but present
Phuket Globetrotter: The Caucasus, where history is not past but present
Nestled between the Black and Caspian Seas, the Caucasus region stands as one of Earth’s most fascinating crossroads. This mountainous territory, where Europe dissolves into Asia, has long been a collision of cultures, languages and empires. Georgia’s ancient Christian churches share the region with Azerbaijan’s Islamic heritage, while the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains ‒ and legacy of decades of Soviet rule ‒ loom overall.
The unpredictable nature of the Gallagher Premiership
The unpredictable nature of the Gallagher Premiership
RUGBY: Christmas is always a difficult time for players and coaches. Juggling playing and training schedules, family festivities as well as personal and professional commitments can all affect performance outcomes.
Arsenal stumble in Premier League title race as Man City stroll
Arsenal stumble in Premier League title race as Man City stroll
FOOTBALL: Arsenal blew a chance to make up significant ground on Premier League leaders Liverpool yesterday (Jan 4) with a frustrating draw at Brighton as Manchester City pummelled West Ham 4-1.
Skål Phuket’s vision for the future
Skål Phuket’s vision for the future
As Skål International Phuket transitions from Eddy Brosse’s impactful presidency to Bas van Straten’s promising leadership, the club reflects on its achievements and anticipates an exciting future.
PPAO presidential election a three-horse race
PPAO presidential election a three-horse race
PHUKET: Just three candidates have registered to contest the position of President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) in the election to be held on Feb 1.
Police transferred over course for Chinese ‘volunteers’
Police transferred over course for Chinese ‘volunteers’
BANGKOK: Two senior Thai police officers found to be involved in a controversial ‘volunteer police’ training programme for Chinese nationals have been transferred to inactive posts.
Motorcycle sales not expected to improve
Motorcycle sales not expected to improve
BANGKOK: Thailand’s motorcycle industry outlook this year is expected to remain unchanged from the situation in 2024, in which both manufacturers and buyers struggled to deal with the impact of high levels of household debt, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
39 bell tolls begin final national sendoff for Jimmy Carter
39 bell tolls begin final national sendoff for Jimmy Carter
UNITED STATES: Mourners began paying their respects to Jimmy Carter on Saturday (Jan 4), as a carefully choreographed six-day farewell for America's longest-lived president got underway.
Foreign man dies in motorbike accident
Foreign man dies in motorbike accident
PHUKET: A foreign man was killed after he lost control of the motorbike he was riding and struck a roadside guardrail on a curve in Kathu early yesterday morning (Jan 4).
Carry On: Governor, key figures look at shaping Phuket’s future
Carry On: Governor, key figures look at shaping Phuket’s future
PHUKET: As Phuket prepares to usher in the New Year, Governor Sophon Suwannarat and other key figures have spoken with The Phuket News, reflecting on the significant events of 2024, a year marked by both trials and triumphs. From natural disasters to soaring tourism numbers, the island has seen its share of challenges and progress, laying the groundwork for a more sustainable future.
For Sale: 2023 MG EP Electric
For Sale: 2023 MG EP Electric
Exceptional condition, Low Mileage: 26,000 km Includes: Home charger, Battery: 50.3 kWh lithium-ion Motor: 163 PS (120 kW) electric motor delivering 230 Nm of torque Seating Capacity: 5 persons
Cinema Special: An interview with James Gunn
Cinema Special: An interview with James Gunn
The cinematic trailer for the new ‘Superman’ (2025) is out and causing a lot of commotion for DC fans looking forward to the movie coming out in July. Here David Griffiths gets the opportunity to interview Director James Gunn, who also brought us Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad and most recently Creature Commandos.
Liverpool ready to inflict more misery on reeling Man Utd
Liverpool ready to inflict more misery on reeling Man Utd
FOOTBALL: Ruben Amorim admits Manchester United are in a relegation battle and the beleaguered boss will get little sympathy from red-hot Premier League leaders Liverpool.
UNLOCKING SUCCESS: How Strategic Brand Partnerships Drive Growth and Innovation
UNLOCKING SUCCESS: How Strategic Brand Partnerships Drive Growth and Innovation
Is there a difference between sponsorships and brand partnerships? After all, both are effective tools that help build brand visibility and engage with target audiences, right? On the face of it, they seem to be the same. But on delving deeper into the details, it becomes clear that there is, indeed, a difference.
Tourists skip taxi fare, assault driver
Tourists skip taxi fare, assault driver
PHUKET: A video capturing a heated altercation between two foreign tourists and a local taxi driver has gone viral on local social media channels, drawing widespread criticism from netizens. 
Bleeding love for New Year
Bleeding love for New Year
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the Red Cross (PRBC) and Vachira Phuket Hospital are encouraging people on the island to start the New Year by donating blood during the ‘season of giving’. 
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ao Po Pier inspection to boost marine safety || Jan 03
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Ao Po Pier inspection to boost marine safety || Jan 03
PHUKET XTRA - January 03 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket   Hosted by: Chris Howson ||   #phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Road safety campaign trundles along
Road safety campaign trundles along
PHUKET: According to Phuket officials, there were somehow only five road accidents in total across the whole of the island yesterday (Jan 2), resulting in five people being admitted to hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Body of foreign tourist found floating off Patong
Body of foreign tourist found floating off Patong
PHUKET: Police are investigating the death of a foreign tourist whose body was found off Patong Beach this morning (Jan 3).