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London Calling: Nong Fiat is gearing up for the global stage
London Calling: Nong Fiat is gearing up for the global stage
Fans of Prapapon 'Nong Fiat' Sreemoung, better known as Phuket’s ‘Queen on Street’, will be cheering for the 15-year-old in her recent live audition for ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ in London.
Dubois destroys Joshua to retain IBF world heavyweight crown
Dubois destroys Joshua to retain IBF world heavyweight crown
BOXING: Daniel Dubois retained his IBF world heavyweight title with a brutal fifth-round knockout of Anthony Joshua in an all-British spectacular at Wembley yesterday (Sept 21).
Suspected drunk drivers to undergo new tests
Suspected drunk drivers to undergo new tests
BANGKOK: Police may now take urine or blood samples to test the blood alcohol levels of drivers who refuse to blow into breathalyser devices, under a new regulation.
Step by Step: Thailand’s new tax law a double-edged sword for expats
Step by Step: Thailand’s new tax law a double-edged sword for expats
OPINION: There is a tremor of worry growing amongst expats in Thailand, with the growing fear of the new tax laws coming into practise. Thailand has long been a haven for expatriates seeking a tropical paradise with a low cost of living, laid back culture and welcoming atmosphere. However, a new tax law currently under consideration by the Thai Revenue Department is causing significant concern among the expat community.
Thailand, UK endorse ‘enhanced trade’ pact
Thailand, UK endorse ‘enhanced trade’ pact
BANGKOK: Thailand and the UK have officially signed an enhanced trade partnership (ETP) aimed at increasing trade and investment between the two nations.
Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ sure to divide
Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ sure to divide
‘Megalopolis’ is not just a film, it is one man’s cinematic dream. This is not a film that most would predict would become a box office bestseller – no, this is a passion project for a director that has had it burning away inside him now for nearly 50 years.
Phuket school students receive financial support
Phuket school students receive financial support
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) has distributed financial grant assistance to the overall tune of B200,000 to 73 school students in Phuket, officials announced on Friday (Sept 20).
Man City face Arsenal in Premier League title showdown
Man City face Arsenal in Premier League title showdown
FOOTBALL: Manchester City host Arsenal in a showdown between the Premier League title favourites tomorrow (Sept 22), while Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou badly needs a win when his side host Brentford.
Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli strike on Beirut
Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli strike on Beirut
BEIRUT: Israel said yesterday (Sept 20) that it killed the commander of Hezbollah’s elite unit in a strike that Lebanese officials said left 14 dead and dozens wounded in the movement’s Beirut stronghold.
Marriage equality law likely by early 2025
Marriage equality law likely by early 2025
BANGKOK: Civil society groups hope the Marriage Equality Bill will be announced in the Royal Gazette by Oct 2, with enforcement starting in January next year.
Phang Nga national park closed due to Storm Soulik
Phang Nga national park closed due to Storm Soulik
PHNAG NGA: Ao Phang Nga National Park, home to the famous James Bond Island, will be closed today (Sept 21) and tomorrow due to unfriendly weather conditions caused by Storm Soulik.
Phuket reservoirs yet to reach ‘overflow danger’
Phuket reservoirs yet to reach ‘overflow danger’
PHUKET: The water levels in Phuket’s three main reservoirs have not yet reached ‘danger’ levels, Krirksak Leenanon, Director of the Phuket branch of the Royal Irrigation Department, has assured, but they will by month’s end.
Lobster Men head to Satun for tough clash
Lobster Men head to Satun for tough clash
FOOTBALL: Phuket Andaman FC (PAFC) will be looking to put the disapointment of their opening game defeat last weekend behind them as they travel to PT Satun in game two of the Thai League 3 season today (Sept 21).
Leading figures question Phuket’s ‘over-touristed’ label
Leading figures question Phuket’s ‘over-touristed’ label
PHUKET: Thaneth Tantipiriyakij, President of the Phuket Tourism Association, has challenged Phuket being branded the ‘most crowded tourist destination in the world’ as reported by UK daily newspapers, citing a survey posted online by a money transfers website.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: New bill to clear the haze of Thailand’s cannabis industry? Murder-robbery arrest || Sep 20
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: New bill to clear the haze of Thailand’s cannabis industry? Murder-robbery arrest || Sep 20
PHUKET XTRA - September 20 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
People urged to reclaim licence plates lost in Chalong floodwaters
People urged to reclaim licence plates lost in Chalong floodwaters
PHUKET: Chalong Police are urging motorists who lost licence plates while driving through floodwaters this week to contact them in case their licence plates have been found and handed in.
Woman arrested driving stolen MG of murdered woman
Woman arrested driving stolen MG of murdered woman
PHUKET: Police have arrested a 27-year-old woman after tracking the black MG3 car she was driving, which was involved in a robbery-murder case in Nakhon Pathom.
Phuket weather warning remains in effect
Phuket weather warning remains in effect
PHUKET: Despite a brief reprieve from heavy downpours this morning, more downpours began plaguing the island from midday today (Sept 20), while officials continue to maintain the weather warning for Phuket and the surrounding area for the coming days.
Phuket Prison launches ‘drug dealer correction’ program
Phuket Prison launches ‘drug dealer correction’ program
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Prison has relaunched its drug dealer correction program ‘Prison Scout Volunteers for Social Development’, aimed at rehabilitating inmates and fostering positive mental development.
Verstappen vows Red Bull fightback as McLaren head to Singapore on top
Verstappen vows Red Bull fightback as McLaren head to Singapore on top
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen declared “the fight is not over” as Red Bull head to Singapore this weekend having been knocked off the top of the constructors’ world championship for the first time in two-and-a-half years.