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PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Demolition of Big Buddha on the table after fatal landslide, Life in jail for Spanish chef || Aug 30
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Demolition of Big Buddha on the table after fatal landslide, Life in jail for Spanish chef || Aug 30
PHUKET XTRA - August 30 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Land seized at Phuket's Big Buddha
Land seized at Phuket's Big Buddha
PHUKET: Local forestry officials posted signs at the Big Buddha complex today (Aug 30) indicating which area had been seized as part of the investigation into the foundation that operates the iconic tourist attraction.
Capital readies for Chao Phraya to overflow
Capital readies for Chao Phraya to overflow
BANGKOK: Water from heavy flooding in upstream northern provinces has reached Bangkok as the capital prepares for the Chao Phraya River to overflow, according to the Royal Irrigation Department (RID).
Four injured in U-turn wipeout
Four injured in U-turn wipeout
PHUKET: Four people were injured, one seriously, when a Mitsubishi Pajero swerved to avoid hitting a motorbike but instead ploughed into another motorbike and a car waiting to make a U-turn on Thepkrasattri Rd early this morning (Aug 30).
Disabled mother commits suicide over financial worries
Disabled mother commits suicide over financial worries
PHUKET: A 39-year-old woman who had lost her right arm in an accident involving a 10-wheeled truck was found hanged outside her home in Srisoonthorn early this morning (Aug 30).
Australian census to ask about sexuality after LGBTQ backlash
Australian census to ask about sexuality after LGBTQ backlash
SYDNEY: Australia’s census will ask citizens about their sexuality for the first time, the government said today (Aug 30), a policy U-turn aimed at quelling anger from LGBTQ groups.
The fundamentals of developing young rugby players
The fundamentals of developing young rugby players
RUGBY: A break in the Rugby Championship affords me the opportunity to focus my attention on the development of young rugby players.
‘Big Buddha’ may be demolished as foundation blamed for landslide
‘Big Buddha’ may be demolished as foundation blamed for landslide
PHUKET: The 45-metre-tall seated ‘Big Buddha’ statue on the top of the Nakkerd hills separating Kata and Chalong may be demolished, pending court action against the foundation that built the iconic image.
Tourism losses from floods close to B500mn
Tourism losses from floods close to B500mn
BANGKOK: Severe floods in many Thai provinces have resulted in tourism losses worth B491 million, while tourism expenditure is expected to contract by B200mn.
Landslide relief centre to close
Landslide relief centre to close
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sopon Suwannarat has announced that the landslide relief centre at Wat Kittisangkaram (Wat Kata) will be closed as the situation in the area is starting to normalise. 
Governor marks Pattaya Airways’ launch flight to Phuket
Governor marks Pattaya Airways’ launch flight to Phuket
PHUKET: The Governor of Phuket, Sophon Suwannarat, welcomed and met with officials from Pattaya Airways yesterday (Aug 29) to mark the cargo airline’s launch and inaugural flight.
Eight arraigned in Red Bull heir hit-and-run case
Eight arraigned in Red Bull heir hit-and-run case
BANGKOK: Former national police chief Pol Gen Somyot Poompanmoung, former deputy attorney-general Nate Naksuk and six other people were arraigned by public prosecutors yesterday (Aug 29) in the Red Bull heir hit-and-run case.
Ratsada landslip cleanup underway
Ratsada landslip cleanup underway
PHUKET: The cleanup started at a housing estate in Baan Kuku, Ratsada yesterday (Aug 29) after heavy rain and a subsequent landslip impacted eight houses there early Wednesday (Aug 28).
Puripol makes history at world youth race
Puripol makes history at world youth race
ATHLETICS: Puripol Boonson has made history as the first Thai sprinter to win a medal at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships, capturing silver in the 100-metre final in Lima, Peru, yesterday (Aug 29).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tourists and taxi drivers brawl, Affair leads to fatal stabbing in Phuket || Aug 29
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Tourists and taxi drivers brawl, Affair leads to fatal stabbing in Phuket || Aug 29
PHUKET XTRA - August 29 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Her Majesty The Queen joins sailing action in Mallorca
Her Majesty The Queen joins sailing action in Mallorca
SAILING: Her Majesty Queen Suthida joined the crew of sailing boat Vayu on day one of the Puerto Portals 52 Super Series Sailing Week in the bay of Palma, Mallorca, Spain, yesterday (Aug 28).
Pros and Cons of Using MT4 Compared to Other Trading Platforms
Pros and Cons of Using MT4 Compared to Other Trading Platforms
One of the most popular trading platforms for retail traders is MT4 (MetaTrader 4). The software was released in 2005 and quickly gained popularity among individual currency traders due to its user-friendly interface and customizability. However, there are now many other trading platforms available. Here we’ll look at some of the key pros and cons of using an MT4 download compared to alternatives. Ease of Use One of the biggest advantages of MT4 is how easy it is to use, especially for beginners. The platform has a simple and intuitive graphical user interface. Charts, trading tools, analytics, and account management features are all conveniently accessible and easy to navigate. This makes MT4 an ideal choice for traders who are new to currency trading and CFDs. The platform is also highly customizable, so users can set it up to suit their preferences. Advanced Charting and Analysis Tools MT4 comes equipped with advanced charting capabilities and technical analysis tools. Charts can be fully customized and optimized. Traders can add a range of technical indicators, draw trendlines, add overlays, and more. There are also tools for automatic pattern detection and trading signal generation which can be helpful for analysis. The platform also supports one-click trading right from the charts. Some alternative platforms may not offer charts and analysis tools on the same level as MT4. Automated Trading Options One of the standout features of MT4 is the ability to automate trading strategies through Expert Advisors (EAs). EAs are trading robots that allow you to program trading rules and automate your strategy. This can save you time and effort. The platform uses a proprietary scripting language called MQL4 to code EAs and custom indicators. There is a large library of free and paid EAs and indicators shared by the active MT4 community. Not all trading platforms support automated trading like MT4. MT4 Community and Support As one of the longest standing retail trading platforms, MT4 benefits from its large and established community of users. There are many forums, support resources, trading tools, scripts, and mods shared by users. This can help provide guidance and solutions when needed. Since it’s such a popular platform worldwide, it’s easy to find help and educational resources for MT4. Support is also available through MetaQuotes and brokers. Less established platforms may not offer the same level of community resources. Compatibility with Brokers A significant benefit of MT4 is that it’s offered by the majority of online forex and CFD brokers. This makes it easy to find a broker offering MT4 and means you can switch between brokers that support it without having to learn a new platform. Many brokers also allow clients to open demo accounts on MT4 for practice trading. If you use a lesser-known platform, your broker choices may be limited. Reliability After many years of development and optimization, MT4 is a robust and reliable trading platform. It offers stable connectivity and uptime so traders can execute time-sensitive trading strategies without latency issues. The platform regularly receives updates and bug fixes from MetaQuotes to maintain reliability. As a newer platform, competitors may still have some reliability issues to improve. Can Be Overwhelming for Beginners While MT4 makes an effort to be user-friendly, the platform is very full-featured which can also make it overwhelming for brand new traders. With so many menus, tools, and customization options, complete beginners may feel a bit lost at first. Other more basic platforms may have a gentler learning curve. Less Support for Automated Trading Although MT4 pioneered automated trading in retail trading platforms, some alternative platforms now offer greater capabilities for algorithmic and automated trading. For example, platforms like NinjaTrader offer advanced options for creating complex automated strategies. MT4’s EAs, while easy to use, have some limitations. Desktop Based MT4 was originally designed as a desktop download and application. While many users still run it on their home PC or laptop, an increasing number prefer web-based platforms that can be accessed from a used iPhone 14. MetaQuotes has released a web-based version called MT4 WebTrader; however some competitors only offer web-based platforms that may be more convenient for traders on the move. MT4’s longevity is a testament to its effectiveness as a forex trading platform. For most currency and CFD traders, MT4 offers an optimal blend of usability, features, and support. The platform is hard to beat for users who value ease of use, customizable charts, and automated trading options. However, traders should also be aware of its limitations.
First medals up for grabs as action begins at Paris Paralympics
First medals up for grabs as action begins at Paris Paralympics
PARALYMPICS: Medals are up for grabs in track cycling, swimming, table tennis and taekwondo when the action begins today (Aug 29) at the Paris Paralympics, which opened in a colourful and hope-filled ceremony ahead of 11 days of competition.
China denies releasing water upstream as floods hit north and northeast
China denies releasing water upstream as floods hit north and northeast
BANGKOK: China has denied releasing water from the Jinghong Dam in Yunnan into the Mekong River, following comments that such discharges might have contributed to flooding in Thailand’s northern and northeastern regions.
Taxi drivers brawl with foreign tourists
Taxi drivers brawl with foreign tourists
PHUKET: Wichit Police have confirmed officers were called to intervene in a brawl between five foreign tourists and three taxi drivers after a video of the incident was posted online.