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Yoga...is not a dirty word
Yoga...is not a dirty word
Mention the word ‘yoga’ to many and they envision a group of tie-dyed bohemians, chanting in unison while perched in peculiar body contortions. However, in this modern age, yoga has become an easily accessible past time, featured in many gyms, health centres and online wellness sites.
Tham Luang cave boys says thanks to all rescuers
Tham Luang cave boys says thanks to all rescuers
BANGKOK: The 12 young footballers who captured the world’s attention in the rescue operation at Tham Luang cave in Chiang Rai have shown their appreciation to His Majesty the King and all people involved in the mission.
Central Phuket pledges to ban free plastic bags
Central Phuket pledges to ban free plastic bags
PHUKET: The Central Group, Thailand’s largest retailer, has pledged to abolish the practice of giving away free plastic bags to its customers on Phuket.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 1 dead in Phuket shootout! Tattoo shop warnings? Slithery sea snakes! || Sept. 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: 1 dead in Phuket shootout! Tattoo shop warnings? Slithery sea snakes! || Sept. 6
PHUKET XTRA - September 6 1 dead in daylight shootout |:| Tattoo shop warnings! |:| Teacher repays all 21 student loans |:| Feedback wanted on unlicensed driver penalties |:| Lifeguards warn of sea snakes in Phuket! Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Mystery surrounds death of two Thai students in Seattle
Mystery surrounds death of two Thai students in Seattle
BANGKOK: One of the two female Thai students found dead in their apartment in Seattle on Tuesday (Sept 4) had flown to the United States only two weeks ago to further her studies for a master’s degree in law, according to a member of her family.
Phuket whale shark fishing boats probed for human trafficking
Phuket whale shark fishing boats probed for human trafficking
PHUKET: The two boats involved in the illegal catching of a whale shark off Phuket earlier this year are also under investigation for possible human trafficking, the Phuket Prosecutor’s Office confirmed today (Sept 6).
Phuket lifeguards warn beachgoers of venomous sea snakes at west coast beaches
Phuket lifeguards warn beachgoers of venomous sea snakes at west coast beaches
PHUKET: Lifeguards stationed at the island’s west coast beaches are warning beachgoers to be aware after venomous sea snakes have been found on two beaches this week.
Phuket drug suspect dead after police shootout
Phuket drug suspect dead after police shootout
PHUKET: A drug suspect is dead after a shootout with police in Srisoonthorn, central Phuket, late yesterday afternoon (Sept 5).
FAT search for new U23 coach begins
FAT search for new U23 coach begins
FOOTBALL: The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has begun its search for coach of the U23 team, FAT president Somyot Poompunmuang said yesterday (Sept 5).
Blacklisting assured for ‘raped’ British woman
Blacklisting assured for ‘raped’ British woman
BANGKOK: The national police chief Chakthip Chaijinda has confirmed the blacklisting of a British woman, 19, and the administrator of the CSI LA page on Facebook for reporting a rape on Koh Tao that has been dismissed by police.
Landslides after powerful 6.6 magnitude quake hits Japan’s Hokkaido
Landslides after powerful 6.6 magnitude quake hits Japan’s Hokkaido
JAPAN: A powerful 6.6-magnitude quake rocked the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido today (Sept 6), triggering landslides, collapsing houses, and killing at least one person with around 20 missing.
Bangkok gala for cave rescuers
Bangkok gala for cave rescuers
BANGKOK: Thousands of guests were driving down to Bangkok yesterday (Sept 5) ahead of tonight’s government-sponsored thank you dinner reception at the Royal Plaza for those involved in the daring Tham Luang cave rescue in northern Thailand in July.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fatal ATV plunge! Facebook followers arrested? Doing it for marriage? || Sept. 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Fatal ATV plunge! Facebook followers arrested? Doing it for marriage? || Sept. 5
PHUKET XTRA - September Tourist dies after ATV plunge |:| Facebook followers wanted over rape case |:| Drug suspect did it for marriage? |:| Controversial point withdrawn from drug bill Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Patong Municipality issues health regulation notice to tattoo shops
Patong Municipality issues health regulation notice to tattoo shops
PHUKET: Patong Municipality yesterday (Sept 4) issued a notice to tattoo shops within the Patong area to strictly adhere to health regulations following Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) health officials closing a tattoo shop in Phra Nakhon district after it was found that it did not follow safe, hygienic practices.
Thai Transport Minister joins tripartite meet in Phuket in push for ‘green transport’
Thai Transport Minister joins tripartite meet in Phuket in push for ‘green transport’
PHUKET: Transport Minister Arkom Termpittayapaisith was in Phuket today (Sept 5) to attend an international convention on the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT).
Phuket surf rescues continue, loved dog latest victim at Nai Harn
Phuket surf rescues continue, loved dog latest victim at Nai Harn
PHUKET: The dangerous surf and rip currents continue to endanger swimmers along the west coast with rescues at Nai Harn Beach yesterday, while at Nai Thon Beach on the northwest coast lifeguards are saddened by the drowning of a much-loved local dog at the beach earlier today (Sept 5).
CSI LA Facebook followers arrested in Koh Tao rape case
CSI LA Facebook followers arrested in Koh Tao rape case
SURAT THANI: Police have arrested nine of 12 people wanted for publishing or sharing a CSI LA Facebook report about the alleged rape of a 19-year-old British tourist on Koh Tao.
Bank of Thailand marks Phuket boat disaster economic impact as inflation pressure rises
Bank of Thailand marks Phuket boat disaster economic impact as inflation pressure rises
PHUKET: The Bank of Thailand has recognised the impact of the Phoenix tour boat disaster in Phuket has had on the economy, coupled with a jump in the inflation rate during the month July.
Things heat up at top of Rawai Pool League
Things heat up at top of Rawai Pool League
POOL: After six weeks of play, the Rawai Pool League has four teams vying in the top position of Division A. Meanwhile, Division B headliners are now settling into their groove.
Japan evacuates major airport after typhoon wreaks havoc
Japan evacuates major airport after typhoon wreaks havoc
JAPAN: A major airport that was cut off when a huge typhoon smashed through its sole access road was being evacuated today (Sept 5), as Japan grappled with devastation caused by its most powerful storm in a quarter of a century.