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Phuket group calls for action over ‘crucial’ oil, gas concessions
Phuket group calls for action over ‘crucial’ oil, gas concessions
PHUKET: Governor Norraphat Plodthong today (Sept 24) received a petition from a local action group calling for the Prime Minister to intervene in the concessions being offered to two “crucial” oil and gas fields in the Gulf of Thailand, and accusing officials of breaching ethics requirements mandated in the Constitution of Thailand.
Pickup truck found but Aussie, Thai wife still missing
Pickup truck found but Aussie, Thai wife still missing
PHRAE: Police have found the pickup truck owned by an Australian man and his Thai wife missing since last week, but the couple’s fate still remained unknown as of today (Sept 24).
Japanese Autumn Food Festival
Japanese Autumn Food Festival
Fans of creative Japanese cuisine are in for special treat as Latest Recipe hosts a one-night only buffet and sake pairing event. The special menu crafted by Executive Chef Hans Kahrs and resident chefs of Ariake Japanese restaurant features signature sushi and sashimi treats, Oyster tempura, sumptuous Wagyu Beef Tappan Batayaki, Kakoshima Pork Kakuni, and a delectable Japanese dessert selection including Sake ice cream with red bean soup.
Civil action to be taken against shot Phuket driver’s family
Civil action to be taken against shot Phuket driver’s family
PHUKET: Three motorcyclist injured by a man fleeing police in Phuket Town in a pickup truck last week are to take civil action against the man’s family.
Phuket students to be Taiji Cove ‘mini-monitors’
Phuket students to be Taiji Cove ‘mini-monitors’
PHUKET: A fundraiser kicked off yesterday (Sept 23) for two local students, Imogen Hussey and Aidan Darr, to travel to Taiji, Japan, to train to become cove mini-monitors at the infamous dolphin cove, as documented in the 2009 Academy Award-winning movie, The Cove.
Life Cycling: The health benefits of a good pedalling
Life Cycling: The health benefits of a good pedalling
Phuket is one of the globe’s most desirable retirement havens drawing thousands of retirees to its sandy shores. In addition, demographic data indicates that Thailand is now a rapidly ageing society with 23% of the populace already over the age of 55.
Better Together 2018
Better Together 2018
Fun Run 6km and Mini Marathon 12km on October 27, 5.30 - 11.00am at Bang Ward Dam. Register online now!
Japanese tourist, 62, drowns at Karon Beach
Japanese tourist, 62, drowns at Karon Beach
PHUKET: It has been confirmed that a 62-year-old Japanese tourist drowned at Karon Beach on Saturday (Sept 22).
American tourist rescued from sea at Patong Beach
American tourist rescued from sea at Patong Beach
PHUKET: An American tourist who was reported missing after entering the sea at Patong Beach on Saturday night was found safe two hours later.
Thailand football coach Rajevac on the lookout for new skipper
Thailand football coach Rajevac on the lookout for new skipper
FOOTBALL: The absence of Thailand’s four foreign-based stars has forced national team coach Milovan Rajevac to kick off a search for a new captain to lead the side at this year’s Suzuki Cup.
Australia kills four sharks after tourist attacks
Australia kills four sharks after tourist attacks
AUSTRALIA: Four large sharks have been killed in Australia after a woman and a 12-year-old girl were attacked at a popular Great Barrier Reef tourist spot.
The Thai wives who never said ‘I do’
The Thai wives who never said ‘I do’
NATIONWIDE: After tying the knot earlier this year, Somjit and her husband visited the Wang Muang district office in Saraburi to register their marriage only to be told she was already married to a man she had never met.
Drug blitz at full moon party
Drug blitz at full moon party
SURAT THANI: Anti-drug authorities led by the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) have arrived in Surat Thani to begin a crackdown on drugs at the province’s beach holiday destinations.
Lewis unbeatable at Singapore GP
Lewis unbeatable at Singapore GP
FORMULA ONE: The corks had been popped on the podium, and though Sebastian Vettel made a token effort to partake in the post-race celebrations, it was obvious his heart wasn’t in it.
The solo Aussie outback cop
The solo Aussie outback cop
AUSTRALIA: Being the only policeman in an area the size of Britain might be daunting for some, but not for Senior Constable Stephan Pursell.
Thanyapura Hosts 7 Soccer Charity in support of #RebuildYaowawit
Thanyapura Hosts 7 Soccer Charity in support of #RebuildYaowawit
FOOTBALL: The 7 Soccer Charity held at Thanyapura in support of the #RebuildYaowawit initiative drew to a close on Friday (Sept 21), with the Kalima Blue Hawks emerging victorious.
Pygmies, masters of the forest
Pygmies, masters of the forest
GABON: Just back from the hunt with a choice selection of plants, Ebona feels at home in the endless forest where many Gabonese fear to tread.
A coffee lover’s good cold brew
A coffee lover’s good cold brew
A stylish coffee shop located in the heart of Phuket Old Town, Dou Brew Coffee & Craft, is a fantastic find tucked away on Soi Rommanee. If you have been looking for a hip cafe to hang out in while having a drink, Dou Brew is definitely a good place to consider. There are plenty of comfortable chairs, tables and vintage photos to pique your interest for an hour or two.
Phuket Opinion: Just passing through
Phuket Opinion: Just passing through
PHUKET: The global survey of the people actually living and working in major tourism destinations, despite its corny name ‘Planet Happiness’, is asking one of the most important questions of the decade.
Larry Amsden, long-time Phuket philanthropist passes away
Larry Amsden, long-time Phuket philanthropist passes away
PHUKET: Long-time Phuket expat and philanthropist Larry Amsden, renowned for his deep dedication to his charity work with the Rotary Club of Patong Beach, has passed away.