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Paul MOORHOUSE
Paul MOORHOUSE
'Frontline' sea view villa overlooking Ao Yon Bay and the southern islands. Magnificent property with private elevator, 4 bedroom suites/6 bathrooms as well as 2 living areas, european design kitchen, games room, bar, sauna, steam room and wonderful pool deck with in-ground jacuzzi, infinity pool and waterfall. Fabulous property reduced to 65 million Baht for quick sale.
Do universities seek well-rounded students?
Do universities seek well-rounded students?
In my 30 years as a university counsellor, students and parents have often talked to me about a perception that colleges and universities are looking for applicants who have a bit of everything.
Supersport 10 Mile International Run 2019
Supersport 10 Mile International Run 2019
Get yourselves ready for the Supersports 10 Mile International Run Series Thailand 2019. Thailand’s number 1 sports retail store, Supersports, is coming back next year with 5 challenging races across Thailand. • Phuket (31 March 2019) at Thanyapura Phuket • Hatyai (28 April 2019) at Central Festival Hatyai • Bangkok (19 May 2019) at CentralWorld • Korat (29 September 2019) at Central Plaza Nakhon Ratchasima • Chiang Mai (27 October 2019) at Central Festival Chiang Mai Part of the entry fees will be donated to both the “Queen Sirikit Center for Breast Cancer Foundation” under the royal patronage of Her Royal Highness Queen Sirikit, and “The National Paralympic Committee of Thailand” which is under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King. Register for 5 races at once and enjoy a 10% discount.
Patong dominate fellow title chasers Kashmir CC
Patong dominate fellow title chasers Kashmir CC
PHUKET: The Phuket cricket community are saddened to hear of the passing of Taweekorn Suttiprapha, known as Khun Pao to his friends within the community.
International Women’s Day Luncheon
International Women’s Day Luncheon
Celebrate the social and economic achievements of women. Join the Phuket community to hear empowering speakers whilst enjoying a set luncheon and beverages at Angsana Laguna Phuket. Make a donation of 1,000 baht net to book your seat. Contact lunch@classactmedia.co.th (Donna) or tina@phukethasbeengoodtous.org (Tina)
Soi Dog Foundation on the real problem with stray dogs
Soi Dog Foundation on the real problem with stray dogs
The amount of coverage and attention given to Phuket’s stray dog “problem” over the past couple of weeks by the authorities seems to me to be getting far more than it warrants, and we need a reality check.
Chalong Municipality calls in private company over polluted stream
Chalong Municipality calls in private company over polluted stream
PHUKET: Chalong Municipality will have the company responsible for installing the watsewater system at a subdivision of the Land & Houses Park in Chalong conduct its own water-quality tests of a fouled stream running through the development and inspect the watsewater system installed at the site.
20 years of Phuket Old Town Festival
20 years of Phuket Old Town Festival
72nd Anniversary Queen Sirikit Park on Thalang Rd was awash with reds and golds – even more so than usual – on Feb 10 as Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana welcomed locals and tourists alike at the opening of this year’s Phuket Old Town festival.
Due diligence: The key factor in choosing a financial adviser
Due diligence: The key factor in choosing a financial adviser
If you don’t have a good long-term relationship with your financial adviser, you may not get the most appropriate advice when you need it. If you don’t you could lose money, so do your due diligence.
Power outage to hit main areas near Heroines Monument
Power outage to hit main areas near Heroines Monument
PHUKET: The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) Thalang office has announced that the electricity supply will be temporarily shut off in parts of Thalang on Wednesday (Feb 20) as works are carried out on installing new high-voltage power cables.
Family matters: The mother-son team behind a new cafe in Chalong
Family matters: The mother-son team behind a new cafe in Chalong
In London, where I was born and raised, it’s difficult to avoid chain restaurants. In Phuket, it’s a challenge to find them. I like it that way. I’ve always been drawn to the more unusual restaurants; the unassuming ones a little off the beaten track or in someone’s front room, where you take your chances with an untranslated menu or end the night talking like old friends with the owner.
Phuket Opinion: Fear and loathing in paradise
Phuket Opinion: Fear and loathing in paradise
PHUKET: The news of the “new” immigration requirements for foreigners staying in the country on retirement visas – technically “permits-to-stay” – breaking late last month sent shivers throughout the expat community across the country.
Paul MOORHOUSE
Paul MOORHOUSE
Solid, profitable business for sale at the entrance to Laguna Phuket. Specialising in Ladies Fashion, Beachwear, Footwear, accessories and jewelry. New 3 year lease on large unit and fully equipped and quality stocked store. Ready to take over and no additional costs. Tel 089 8737075 for more information.
Dozens of street racers, promoter arrested in Bangkok
Dozens of street racers, promoter arrested in Bangkok
BANGKOK: Almost 80 motorcycle racers, both adults and teenagers, were arrested in Bangkok in the early hours of Saturday and the creator of a Facebook page promoting the race was also caught in a separate operation.
Staying afloat: children and cheap ‘floaties’ just don’t mix
Staying afloat: children and cheap ‘floaties’ just don’t mix
Whether you call Phuket home or are a first-time visitor, our beaches are a prime visit-and-repeat at­traction. They are a great place for kids to swim, play on the sand or just relax with the family.
Koh Kaew OrBorTor tackles roadside dumping
Koh Kaew OrBorTor tackles roadside dumping
PHUKET: In an attempt to stem the going tide of rubbish and large unwanted items being dumped by the side of the road, the Koh Kaew Tambon Administrative Organisation (OrBorTor) has launched a “free rubbish pickup” campaign.
Chalong Underpass makes breakthrough
Chalong Underpass makes breakthrough
PHUKET: The tunnel that will become the Chalong Underpass has now been fully excavated and the construction engineer for the project still hopes that the underpass will be open to traffic in April.
Cherng Talay hit by water supply outages
Cherng Talay hit by water supply outages
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) has announced that the mains water supply will be shut off in Cherng Talay during as-yet-confirmed hours from today (Feb 16) through to Feb 28.
Board vetoes ban on hazardous chemicals
Board vetoes ban on hazardous chemicals
BANGKOK: The national committee on hazardous substances has rejected a request by a network to support a total ban on the use of three toxic agricultural chemicals, namely paraquat, glyphosate and chlorpyrifos in Thailand.
Ramsey signs jackpot Juventus deal
Ramsey signs jackpot Juventus deal
FOOTBALL: Aaron Ramsey has joined European football’s monied elite after agreeing a lucrative move to Juventus, but doubts remain about the Arsenal midfielder’s ability to justify his jaw-dropping salary.