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Brightening Jordan’s drab streets
Brightening Jordan’s drab streets
JORDAN: Dreadlocked university student Suhaib Attar clutches a can of spray paint as he sets to work on the latest gloomy corner of Jordan’s capital that he has turned into his canvas.
The expert way
The expert way
The yachting industry in Southeast Asia has seen significant growth in recent years with yacht shows, races and regattas increasing in size, numbers and frequency. In Thailand alone, the next year will see at least 10 different international yachting events, all expected to generate millions of dollars and attract tens of thousands of visitors.
 
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Pattaya’s cruising grounds are opening up
Pattaya’s cruising grounds are opening up
PATTAYA: Following changes to Customs Department rulings in Pattaya last year, more international yachts are heading to the Gulf of Thailand to explore the area’s stunning cruising grounds and 187 islands, as well as world-class onshore facilities.
Phuket Opinion: Slippery road ahead
Phuket Opinion: Slippery road ahead
PHUKET: The results of The Phuket News poll this week heralded much support for Thailand to recognise driver’s licences issued by foreign countries, either in full or even in part for limited periods only
Four held in 10kg heroin bust
Four held in 10kg heroin bust
CHUMPHON: Four people, including a former prisoner convicted in a security case, have been arrested after more than 10 kilogrammes of heroin, destined for the deep South, was found hidden in their pickup truck in Pathiu district.
'Nong Rose’ set to become first transgender fighter to enter ring in France
'Nong Rose’ set to become first transgender fighter to enter ring in France
MUAY THAI: Wearing red lipstick and a pink sports bra, Nong Rose trades blows with her twin brother in a Thai boxing gym, preparing for a foreign debut that will make her the first transgender fighter to enter the ring in France.
Almost 100 street racers arrested, Facebook pages closed
Almost 100 street racers arrested, Facebook pages closed
BANGKOK: Almost 100 motorcycle racers, both adults and teenagers, were arrested and 71 modified motorcycles confiscated in a crackdown operation on daek waen racing on public streets in Bangkok in the early hours of Saturday.
Car, van flip on a slippery road in Phuket
Car, van flip on a slippery road in Phuket
PHUKET: Two vehicles flipped on Phra Phuket Kaew Rd in the early hours of this morning (Jan 6) leaving one driver injuried and another unharmed.
Powercat Revolution
Powercat Revolution
PHUKET: Leopard is leading the powercat revolution. Powered by reliable Yanmar engines, Leopard Catamarans produces superior powercats which are modern and economical. These yachts push the boundaries of catamaran design. When it comes to elegance, performance and ease, these powercats match up well to that of a traditional motor yacht. But what sets these yachts apart from the rest is the added stability of twin hulls – they are superior in every way.
Samkong Underpass in Phuket showcased as an example of ombudman's work
Samkong Underpass in Phuket showcased as an example of ombudman's work
PHUKET: High-ranking representatives of the Office of the Ombudsman of Thailand visited Phuket yesterday (Jan 5) to inspect Samkong Underpass and present this project as an example of complaint management to Chris Field, Second Vice-President of the International Ombudsman Institute (IOI).
Renovation planned for Standard Chartered Bank House in Phuket
Renovation planned for Standard Chartered Bank House in Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket officials are seeking funds to give a new lease of life to the century-old Sino-Portuguese house on Damrong Rd where Standard Chartered Bank managers lived in times past.
The World of Andaman Cruises
The World of Andaman Cruises
PHUKET: A private charter with Andaman Cruises is the perfect way to discover unique destinations around the Andaman Sea. Embark on a lavish adventure into the vibrant marine playground of the Phuket Archipelago aboard the most exciting and stylish luxury yachts.
Mobile charging ban draws flak
Mobile charging ban draws flak
BANGKOK: The Public Health Ministry is facing heavy criticism for banning all staff from charging personal mobile phones at work, part of a long list of prohibitions it says are intended to curb 'conflicts of interest'.
Cashed Out: Construction of B450mn Provincial Hall stalls, ‘financial mismanagement’ blamed
Cashed Out: Construction of B450mn Provincial Hall stalls, ‘financial mismanagement’ blamed
PHUKET: Construction of Phuket’s long-awaited and much-touted B450 million Provincial Hall has fallen flat, with the main contractor running out of funds to complete its part of the project.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Divers charged over drowning! Penis whitening? Stuck truck! || January 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Divers charged over drowning! Penis whitening? Stuck truck! || January 5
PHUKET XTRA - January 5 Penis whitener? Dive instructors charged over drowning! Truck stuck on beach! Cops too friendly with rocker suspect? Phuket teens' violent New Year's attack! Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Body found off Phi Phi confirmed as that of New Zealand woman
Body found off Phi Phi confirmed as that of New Zealand woman
PHUKET: Phi Phi Island Police today confirmed that a body found floating off Phi Phi Island about midday on Wednesday (Jan 3) is that of a New Zealand tourist who decided not to continue with her tour group, but instead stay on Phi Phi by herself.
Police investigate New Year’s attack on Russian woman
Police investigate New Year’s attack on Russian woman
PHUKET: Phi Phi Island Police are currently questioning witnesses in an investigation into the alleged attack of a 28-year-old Russian woman by an unidentified man on the island on the night of New Year’s Eve (Dec 31).
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Phuket con gang member arrested
Phuket con gang member arrested
PHUKET: Police today (Jan 5) arrested a 50-year-old man who was part of a four-member con gang that conned a woman out of more than B3 million in a gambling con after pretending to be interested in doing business with her.